Goose Island Beer Company has collaborated with Bier Markt to build Toronto’s premier Goose Island Brewhouse; a Chicago-based craft brewery in Old Town Toronto. This venue is approximately 19 years old and has been revamped into a cozy brewpub on The Esplanade.

Cocktails

The brewhouse is Goose Island Beer Company’s first endeavor into the Canadian brewery business. Premium beer is prepared at the state-of-the-art on-site brewery and is served from 12 taps. As you walk in, the well-lit space features modern wooden decor, complemented by rustic brickwork all throughout the venue. It also features very long bar, behind which sits seven fermentors.

Mains – Features

In the brewhouse, catch a full view of the brewery operations of head brewer Bernard Priest and his team, right from your seat. This casual, yet refined venue space has a capacity of 100 guests mingling and approximately 75 seated. It’s ideal for any social gathering such as a networking event, farewell party, or beer-paired dinner. The brewhouse also offers smaller dedicated sections for groups of 20-75. After your event, take home a Beer Growler (64oz) or Howler (32oz) of a brewed-in-house favourite! Do you have a bigger event? Book the brewhouse and Bier Markt Esplanade for a maximum of 700 guests mingling.

Sides

Enjoy al fresco dining at the Beer Garden. This outdoor space boasts a wall of homegrown hops climbing the surrounding four storeys of exposed brick. It’s an excellent space for a team building event or summer social. While enjoying craft brews paired with from-scratch cuisine, challenge a friend to Giant Jenga ® and Connect-4 ™.

Desserts – The Icing

The food menu was developed by Bier Markt Executive Chef Kevin Maniaci and Chef de Cuisine Shawn Jackson. The menu is seasonal, as the team uses fresh and local ingredients, with dishes designed to pair with the beers on tap.

Capacities

Brewhouse: 100 mingling, 75 seated

Beer Garden: 60 guests

Front Patio: 60 guests

Bier Markt Esplanade + Goose Island Brewhouse: 700 mingling

Bier Markt Patio: 90 guests

Address

70 The Esplanade, Toronto  ON M5E 1M1

Hours

Brewhouse: Sunday-Wednesday 11am-1am, Thursday-Saturday 11am-2am

Retail Shop: Monday-Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm, Sunday 11am-7pm

Contact

Phone: (416) 862-7575

General info: torontoinfo@gooseisland.com

Reservations: torontoreservation@gooseisland.com

Website

http://www.gooseisland.com/toronto-brewhouse/

Social Media

Facebook: @GooseIslandCanada

Instagram: @goosetoronto

Twitter: @GooseIsland

Snapchat: @goose-island

The Mastro and San Daniele Taste of Little Italy food festival took place last month, June 16 – 18. My eyes were busy, my ears were buzzing and my stomach was full of delicious Italian food.

The sights of the Taste of Little Italy were plentiful. From the vendors up and down the streets to the authentic Italian restaurants, I really was immersed in the Italian culture. I was able to see some of the renowned restaurants serving the community, despite the rain. I enjoyed the sights of many restaurants extending their patios. Trattoria Taverniti embraced their Italian heritage by simply decorating their extended patio with the classic red and white checkered table clothes. This, coupled with the old brick exterior and the beautiful Italian entry door, provided the perfect visual for the festival.

If the sights weren’t enough, there was a combination of musical performers adding to the culture. Italian performers from the community lined the streets on almost every corner, while acclaimed electric violinist, Dr. Draw, played a memorable show right outside the CHIN building. The variety of music and the sound of Torontonians enjoying the festival made the trip in the rain all worthwhile.

And of course, the reason everyone goes to street festivals – the FOOD!

The night started off at Hogtown Pub and Oysters with prosecco – a delicious Italian white wine, paired with oysters. The two complemented each other well and made for a nice light treat to converse over. The owner shared with us his commitment to not only the Taste of Little Italy, but the community as well. He would be spending the night at his restaurant all weekend shucking oysters to ensure everything was ready each day to serve their guests – if that’s not commitment, I don’t know what is!

Once the rain let up we enjoyed some traditional Italian food, cosy enough for the wet evening. There was arancini, ravaioli, spiducci, and we can’t forget about gelato; the sweet, delectable gelato from Sicilian Café.

Café Diplomatico did not disappoint with their savoury snacks and rich history. As the first licensed patio in Toronto, Café Diplomatico continues to satisfy their customers. All of the dishes complimented each other well. The sauce on the arancini and raviolis was to die for. Nonna’s tomato sauce recipe drizzled over the freshly made arancini and raviolis made it feel like I was really in Italy.  For years guests have flocked to Café Dip for their infamous barbecued spiducci skewers during the festival. Since the very beginning of this traditional event, the Dip has sold nearly 250,000 spiducci and are looking to reach that record milestone this year.

The stories shared by the owners of Café Diplomatico added to the evening and brought some old-time Italian culture to light. When Café Diplomatico first opened, there was no kitchen and only hot plates. The owners at the time would make the food at home and bring it down to Café Dip to serve. In the end, Café Dip has held true to their Italian roots and continues to serve the community – which includes some high profile names like Sophia Loren and Nelly Furtado!

We finished off on a high note with a massive gelato dessert from Sicilian Café. It consisted of four flavours of gelato, strawberries and freshly made waffles. Sicilian Café, the oldest gelato shop in Toronto, was the first to develop tartufo and has many gelato flavours to choose from, which made it so difficult to decide which dessert to have. I will definitely be going back to try some more! As Maria Galipo says – “a lot can happen over a bowl of ice cream.”

There really was a little bit of everything from the sights, to the sounds, to the tastes. This was a festival to remember!

For some of our photos visit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/albums/72157682259269674

On November 8th, 2016,  CEO and Co- Founder, Alan Smithson, introduced the world to Toronto-based Virtual and Augmented Reality Innovation Agency, MetaVRse.

Here are some new and exciting things that will make your next event a little different. Our favourite was the  360° Photo Booth.

MetaVRse Emulator ELITE is the world’s most advanced DJ performance system, a.k.a. It’s the future of DJ’ing. With the world’s largest capacitive touchscreen, the Emulator ELITE is the updated and more tactile version of the original Emulator. If you want to really wow the crowd, have the DJ perform on this machine, guaranteed “rave” reviews for your event.

For a fully immersive guest experience, MetaVRse 360° Photo Booth will take up to 10 people to a world specifically branded to your event. With a fully customizable photo background and booth exterior, the specifically designed “green room” takes a picture or video using a futuristic 360° camera to capture the scene. Afterward, your guests can view their experience on touch screens or VR Headset and have it sent to them so the experience can be shared with their friends via social media.

Testing out a virtual world with MetaVRse’s VR Headset and handheld remotes at the November 8th 2016 Toronto unveiling.

VR Headsets is how much of MetaVERses fantasies become augmented reality, and its application is only limited to your wildest activations. The headset act like goggles, letting the wearer see a scene or video in full 360° view. Explore the entire scenario by simply moving your head, more immersive techniques allow you to walk around, and with handheld remotes the 3D world becomes interactive.

Contact website for even more exciting tools to integrate into your next event http://metavrse.com/

Written by: Paula McDines

Interior Event Space at Baro location (Photo courtesy of BARO)

Baro is not only a place for having dinner with your family, it is also a great venue for your next event with three floors to choose from.

The main floor can accommodate intimate group gatherings of up to 25, the second floor which features the lounge (and a secret speakeasy called Escobar) can hold up to 70 guests, perfect for personal or working functions.

In the Loft, the largest of the spaces at 1,850 square feet, on the very top floor away from the hustle and bustle of busy King St. are where the larger events are held. This open and airy space with brick and exposed beams and a fully functioning wet bar a can hold up to 210 guests and be decorated in any which way desired.  There are also plans to open a rooftop patio come spring time.

The menu at Baro is filled with tasty mains and appetisers no one can, or should, resist.  Baro offers an in-house catering service by chef Steve Gonzalez. Or you are welcome to choose from one of the many catering services Baro recommends, such as Encore Catering, The Food Dudes Inc. or, our favourite, Citizen Catering.

Almost every kind of event can be celebrated here, from art galas and film and photo shoots to private dinners, weddings and birthday parties.

Don’t miss the opportunity to book your event now at Baro.

For all event inquiries for The Loft email Megan,  Events Coordinator, at MEGAN@BAROTORONTO.COM

For all other inquiries INFO@BAROTORONTO.COM

485 KING ST WEST | TORONTO, ON | M5V 1K4 |  416 363 8388 |

http://barotoronto.com/

Tickets: www.universe.com/lodge
$50 Members, $65 non members
Early Bird Pricing before October 18th: $55
Non Members Groups of 10: $500
Ticket Includes: Entry, Midnight Buffet, 5 drink tickets, DJ & Dancing
(Private seating available, inquire at info@torontocityevents.ca)
For all sponsorship opportunities other inquiries please contact CityEvents at 416-619-0596
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We celebrated #TIFF49 with tasty appetizers and the DJ played latest dance music.  People enjoyed dancing into the night!!

The venue was a great match for the celebration. In the entrance the long red carpet continued to main floor and on the main floor they had a popcorn girl and another step and repeat logo wall inside for more images.  Indeed was also onsite providing samples and hosting an Instagram contest.

Thank you for joining us at Everleigh.  We were happy to see you and celebrate tiff with you.  See you on Sept 18th at Schmooze at Maison Mercer and the TIFF Bachelors Party that will be at Everleigh later in the evening.

For photos of the event:  (deb to follow withlink)

The Taste of Life Christmas Ball at Casa Loma is a one-of-a-kind experience and CityEvents is proud to announce it! All of you are invited to this.

If you want to enjoy a live Holiday Concert starring Toronto Concert Orchestra and Chorus conducted by Maestro Kerry Stratton and Vincent Chan, a gourmet dinner in the chandelier lit Grand Library,a dance ball in the Conservatory, an open bar throughout the evening and luxury prizes including a 4-day Paris Shopping Tour ($3,500 value), Rimowa travel cases ($1,500+ each), and much more – Join us on December 10 at the most prestigious Casa Loma! There will also be exquisite gifts for each and every guest! Finally conclude the evening with a memory not soon to be forgotten!

The event is proudly supporting the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Date:           December 10, Wednesday

Venue:        Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto

Time:          6:00 pm  Cocktail Reception

7:00 pm  3-Course Dinner, 7:30 pm  Live Holiday Concert, 9:30 pm  Dance Floor Opens

Attire:         Black Tie

For tickets and more information, please visit: www.tasteoflifemag.com/christmasball

We hope to see you at the Ball!

with the decorations up and the growing number of events early this winter?  We are excited for many annual celebrations and event and have listed a few events

happening in Toronto this season?  Happy Holidays and have a wonderful season

with your family, partner, and friends.

The Taste of Life Christmas Ball

Enjoy a live Holiday Concert starring Toronto Concert Orchestra and Chorus

conducted by Maestro Kerry Stratton and Vincent Chan. This fantastic musical

performance is accompanied by a gourmet meal dinner; dance at the ball in the

Conservatory; and luxury prizes including a 4-day Paris Shopping Tour, and much

more; plus exquisite gifts for each and every guest. This event will be a memory

not soon to be forgotten!

When: December 10, Wednesday

Where: Casa Loma, 1 Austin

Time: 6:00 pm  Cocktail Reception

7:00 pm  3-Course Dinner

7:30 pm  Live Holiday Concert

9:30 pm  Dance Floor Opens

For tickets and info: www.tasteoflifemag.com/christmasball

100 Years of Christmas

Celebrate 100 Years of Christmas at Casa Loma!  This season at the castle bring the

family to visit Santa Claus, watch a performance of the Snow Queen, View the 10

Christmas trees decorated by some of Canada’s top designers, view the Winter

Wonderland display, and celebrate with carollers, festive crafts, a holiday character

scavenger hunt and more! Visit here for more information.

When: November 27th – December 28th

Where: Casa Loma, 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto

Toronto Christmas Market

Again this holiday season Toronto will once again celebrate the romance and magic

of a traditional European Christmas at the Toronto Christmas Market. Inspired by

the Old World and influenced by the New, this event captures all of the tradition,

and charm of a European Christmas Market. The Distillery market showcases a

number of unique and locally handcrafted products. Family entertainment includes

musicians, carolers and children’s choirs.

Dates:   November 28 – December 21, 2014

Times:  Tuesday to Friday: 12pm – 9pm

Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 9pm

Where: The Distillery Historic District

For more information, visit http://www.torontochristmasmarket.com/

Gingerbread Build Party

Bring your family to the Ontario Science Centre this season for the Gingerbread

build party in support of Habitat for Humanity. Admission tickets are not required

for this event and as a bonus a 20% discount to the exhibits. Free parking is

provided for the gingerbread build.

When: Saturday December 6 or Sunday December 7: noon, 1:30pm, or 3:00pm

Where: Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills

Buy your Gingerbread kit now

Breakfast with Santa at the Palais

This season you can visit with Santa at the Palais Royale! All children in attendance

receive a small gift. Some of the activities include story time with Elves where you

can Curl up by the fireplace; the warm Hot Chocolate & Taffy Rolling. Also guests

can join Mrs. Claus and The Candy Kitchen to decorate your own festive sweet

treat. There is something for the whole family.

When: Saturday Dec. 20th & Sunday Dec. 21st, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Where: Palais Royale Ballroom, 1601 Lake Shoe Blvd. West, Toronto M6K 3C1

Website: http://www.palaisroyale.ca/breakfast-with-santa/

Written by Chiharu Nakatsuka

 Toronto Halloween

Le Mystique Masquerade Ball by
SunSpin Entertainment, Omega Group
One of Toronto’s most sophisticated, distinct and exclusive Halloween Soiree.

Set in the Grand Ballroom of the historical and Toronto landmark the Windsor Arms. Where identities are hidden behind masks, personalities are obscured, and where you will immersed in a mystical and mysterious environment of dancers, live musicians and elaborate lighting and ornate decor.

When: Friday, 31 October 2014 at 9:00 PM
Where: Windsor Arms Hotel, Toronto, ON
Buy Your tickets HERE

Eyes Wide Shut Halloween Party
Indulge in Halloween Mystique. Masquerade ball.

Thoroughbred Food & Drinks

Truly memorable events arise from spectacular settings. With its artful angles, soaring aesthetics and iconic design, the public spaces at Brookfield Place have emerged as the venue of choice for today’s most dynamic special events.   The Concourse is perfect for promotional displays and an outdoor venue available throughout the year.

It stands as a prized example of Toronto’s cultural development and community spirit.

The historic Bank of Montreal building is famous for Toronto’s oldest intact streetscape, and Hockey Hall of Fame made hockey fans enthusiastic.   Sam Pollock Square is also popular meeting spot bustles around the clock.

It is easy to access not only by public transportation, but also by car.  There are underground parking open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Its capacity is 1,450 spaces on four levels. It can be accessed from either Front Street or Wellington Street.

If you want to know more further information and rent, check out their website!

Hours of operation

Weekdays, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Address

181 Bay Street Toronto, Ontario M5J 2T3

Contact

Brookfield Management Office: 416.777.6480