The Citizen – Refined Comfort in a Timeless Sports Bar

The newest addition to King Street West, The Citizen has just recently opened its doors for local residents. Inspired by the vintage design from the 1930’s this restaurant/bar is becoming the new hotspot, serving timeless classics with a contemporary edge.

Venue:

Ian Rydberg has carefully crafted a place of comfort, timelessness and sophistication. He has redesigned the space by using both vintage and contemporary elements in the décor. The spacious venue seats 197, has elegant and comfortable leather couches, original beams from the historic Gooderham and Worts distillery, along with numerous vintage sports equipment that immediately captures your attention. The sports bar ambiance provides a perfect setting to unwind, relax and have drinks with a few friends.

Food:

Amanda Walti is the executive chef whose inspiration behind the menu stems from classic home cooked, comfort food with a unique and contemporary twist. Focusing much attention on food associated with bar snacks, Walti has been able to reinvent dishes that are favored by many. Pairing with the food the carefully crafted cocktails also have a classic resemblance, balanced with a modern and distinctive taste.

Additional Info:

The Citizen also provides its guests with phone charging stations, 8 TV’s for the individual selection of its guests and is equipped with free Wifi. The elegant, comfortable and vintage feel provides a space of quality, where both historical and contemporary elements are brought together to create a unique space for the residents of King Street West.

 

Contact Info/ Location:

522 King Street West (Entrance On Brant St.)

Toronto, Ontario M5V 1L7

T: (416) – 703 – 2800

F: (416) – 703 – 6088

For more information visit http://thecitizento.com

 

 

Don’t stress about your next production or event, Hangloose

Hangloose Media is a full service production facility, a creative setting for Toronto’s up and coming film and photography industry but open to event planners. This venue has everything you need for your next production or event. Not to mention experienced industry professionals who are determined to help with your perfect shooting package.

There are three large high-end studios, editing suites, office space and equipment available for rent. The largest studio is 4300 sq ft with 17ft ceilings. In addition each studio has hard cycloramas, which can be painted upon request. These rooms can be available for either half day or full day either for filming, photography or an event. Perfect for event space by being only a ten-minute from downtown Toronto. In addition it is conveniently reachable by TTC and both highways Don Valley Parkway and Gardiner Express Way. If driving there is street parking available.

For convenient setup and teardown there is indoor loading bays with storage space. Studio spaces also include:

• Lighting grid on the ceiling with mounted studio lights and space for additional lights
• A client area
• Kitchenette
• Hair and makeup areas
• Change-rooms and showers
• Internet and phone lines
• Craft area
• Washrooms
• Lockers for crew

Hangloose Media also offers a roster of industry professionals available to help create your vision or execute productions in a variety of fields, (DPs, PAs, Writers, Producers, Directors, Post Production Experts, AC’s, Grips, Gaffers, and Production Designers). Additionally they have all the rental equipment needed. Plus needed office space available for any task or job. Whether it’s studios, rentals and/or services you name it they’ve have it.

Studio 1
Features
– 4300 sq ft Studio with Large cove Cyclorama measuring 35ft x18ft
– 17ft ceilling
– Dedicated Loading dock
– Craft area and kitchenette
– Dedicated washrooms
– Lockers for crew members
– Hair and makeup room with three stations and a shower
– Private entrance
Dedicated HVA

Studio 2
Features
– 1050 sq ft Studio with 25ft long Cyclorama
– Kitchenette
– HVAC
Roll down seamless back drops in many different colours

Studio 3
Features
– 1050 sq ft Studio with 25ft long Cyclorama
– Kitchenette
– HVAC
Roll down seamless back drops in many different colours

28 Logan Ave
Toronto, Ontario
M4M 2M8

Phone: 416-244-2369
Bookings: 416-900-0869
Email: bookings@hangloosemedia.com

Website: hangloosemedia.com

The Burroughes Building – The tallest building in Queen Street West

Located near Queen Street West and Bathurst Street, the Burroughes Building has been expertly renovated to carefully preserve its priceless character features. With restored elevators, wood details and exposed brick the property is like no other in the city. Described as a hidden gem by the real estate investment community, while taste makers simply comment that only those who should know, know about the property.

The Burroughes Building currently holds several brand name retailers. Flagship retail levels of The Burroughes are shared and curated to achieve an interesting a fun product mix.

In addition to commercial space, the Burroughes Building has two large exclusive character event venues. First, Top of The Burroughes which is the entire 6th floor with access to the Burroughes Terrace on the roof top. It offers the best views of the city skyline. Second, Burroughes which is located on the entire 3rd floor the space and can fit a few hundred people has large windows overlooking Queen Street West. The Burroughes is still considered a hidden gem.

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

Mother’s Day is fast approaching!

We created a list of 2014 Mother’s Day events for our readers to plan the perfect day with mom. We just wanted to make sure everyone was relax and not scrambling, because we made an awesome list of events going on around Toronto to help. Look out for these great events next year as well!

“Luv Ya Mum” at Over the Rainbow:
Over The Rainbow, 101 Yorkville Ave
Over The Rainbow invites you for a day of shopping, treats and pampering this Mother’s Day. Enjoy free mini cones form Summers Ice cream and complimentary nail polish changes from LUX-SPA. Purchases made during the event will raise funds for The Interval House.
www.insiderainbow.com/mothers-day-2014-otr/

Mother’s Day Chocolate Tour:
Trinity Bellwoods & vicinity
Come join us on a stroll through the classy neighbourhoods of Queen West & Dundas West surrounding Trinity Bellwoods park, where they will sample chocolates & chocolaty sweets from 5 unique stores. Learn more about where chocolate comes from, how a little chocolate can be good for you, and why we crave chocolate – while satisfying those cravings! 
www.tastytourstoronto.com/chocolatetour.php

Mother’s Day Sweets Tour:

 Kensington Market
Travel the world in one afternoon as you taste a variety of multicultural sweets in the crazy, colourful neighbourhood of Kensington Market. Did you know that the marshmallow used to be healthy? Find out the little known secrets behind the sweets we eat everyday, and try some new delicacies!
www.tastytourstoronto.com/kensingtonsweetstour.php

Brunch at Azure Restaurant and Bar:
The InterContinental® Toronto Centre hotel will honour moms through holding a fashion hat photo contest during its special Mother’s Day brunch at Azure Restaurant & Bar. The lady adorning the most iconic hat during brunch will win a $100 gift certificate to the Spa InterContinental® and a $100 American Express gift card. Price: only $85 per person
http://www.ihgplc.com/index.asp?PageID=116&Year=2014&NewsID=3199

Venturesome Mom Package:
InterContinental Toronto Centre
Treat your mom to a package that is completely out of the ordinary! This package includes: Overnight accommodation, complimentary upgrade to feature room category, breakfast in bed for two, 2 passes to the EdgeWalk at the CN Tower, a Coffee Bean Mommy Wrap at the Spa InterContinental, valet parking and an adventurous welcome amenity. Rates start from $649* per night.(valid May 9-12)
http://www.torontocentre.intercontinental.com/

Mother’s Day Brunch:

Palais Royale
This Mother’s Day enjoy a beautiful Buffet Brunch with the family and celebrate by the Lake.Call Pegasus Hospitality Group at 416-533-1573 or email info@pegasushospitality.ca for reservations.
http://www.palaisroyale.ca/toronto-events/public-events-in-toronto

Mother’s Day Tea at Black Creek:

Black Creek
Celebrate Mother’s Day and savour the tea experience with exquisitely prepared finger sandwiches, scones and select fine loose teas. Then take a springtime stroll through the beautiful historical village at Black Creek!
http://www.blackcreek.ca/v2/events/mothers-day.dot

Mother’s Day Buffet at the Old Mill
Old mill Toronto (Dining Room or Brule Ballroom)
Saying thank you to your mom is easy, with the quaint historical charm of the Old Mill and the delectable array of items on the elegant
http://www.oldmilltoronto.com/gp_event/mothers-day/

Take your mom to any of these activities and she is sure to feel special! If you think any of these ideas are perfect for you and your mom then don’t forget to take pictures and share them with us on Facebook or Twitter by mentioning us @CityEvents and using #CityEventswithMom so we can spread the mommy love all over the internet!

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York Mills Gallery, 1885 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON M3B 2M3

GRAND OPENING AUGUST 1, 2014!

Located in midtown Toronto, York Mills Gallery is a unique venue that offers an urban-industrial loft-style space to host weddings, social events, corporate functions, conferences, fashion shows, etc. The 15,000 square foot facility is surrounded by white velour drapery, windows, city brick and industrial age-beamed ceilings.

The Space

York Mills Gallery is conveniently divided into two separate spaces and can comfortable seat up to 350 guests in the Dining Room with a large dance floor (or can seat up to 500 without a dance floor), or up to 600 guests for standing Cocktail Receptions. Depending on the function and the size of your event, you may choose to utilize one room or move your guests between the spaces.

Your event will always be private, as no two events will be booked at the same time. And with unlimited parking, economical bar packages, in-house wait staff, on-site cutlery, china, glassware, tables and Crystal Chateau chairs, your event planning experience will be a breeze! Add to that the majestic 20 foot ceilings, Crystal Chandeliers in the dining area and moveable lounge furniture; your guests will be dazzled by the experience.

The York Mills Gallery also has a full on-site kitchen, which allows Daniel et Daniel to design custom menus for your special event, making your experience a culinary adventure!

 

 

 http://www.yorkmillsgallery.com/

 

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