As we approach the end of Summer there’s no better time to explore all the gifts that Leslieville has to offer. Whether you live in the neighborhood or are visiting for the first time, you’ll be quick to discover all the best-kept secrets from this corner of Toronto. 1. Try the Brunch at Bonjour Brioche Whether it’s sunny August or frigid January, frankly...
My new summer project : Find the oldest tree in Leslieville, Riverside or Riverdale! Children love outdoor projects. And it's my job as a parent to get them excited about being outdoors. This has become a bit of a battle with my 9 year old - who has become obsessed with MINECRAFT (A building block video game if you aren't familiar). So I recently posed the question: What is the oldest tree in our...
Dog Park Profile: Hideaway Park Hideaway Park is a great park for beginners with new pups or those who like a more low-key time at the dog park for their pooch. This small, off-leash dog park in nestled on the residential street of Audley Avenue - just one street south of Dundas Street E off of Pape Avenue - and is off-limits to commercial dog walkers. Big trees provide a great canopy of shade at...
Have you guys checked out CHADA at Queen Street East & Pape Avenue? It's filled with treasures from south east asia. The owners spend half their year in Thailand (lucky devils) so they know their stuff. Very nice people. It's fantastic! They recently moved from Baldwin Street downtown. Pop in there and say hi. It's shops like this that make our hood great! Everyone from Leslieville and Riverside should...
We received this message from Rhea Dechaine, one of the organizers of the huge yard sale event happening this Saturday in the Leslieville area! Hi there, I'm one of the organizers of this Saturday's yard sale. Was wondering if you could post this on your page or a version of it: The Leslieville Street Sale is this Saturday, May 10th starting at 8AM, with many sellers raising money...
Big news for East Leslieville as another cool resto is arriving shortly to 1192 Queen East, formerly home to The Curzon. It's a great space with a good sized licensed patio where you can enjoy a pint and watch angry people fill up their cars with bad quality gasoline at NEON Gas Services. You can be sure the new hotspot will be run properly as chef and owner Matt Pettit, who also runs western...
As Queen Street East in Riverside & Leslieville sadly say goodbye to Regal Hardware it makes me wonder what was it like when we first said hello? (Over a century ago) The crew at Regal Hardware after a hard days work, April 2014 Photo courtesy of Stephanie Matteis @CBCsteph We're getting used to seeing lineups on Queen Street East in Leslieville and Riverside...
We have scoured the streets east of the Don River to find the best Gyms in Leslieville, Riverside, and South Riverdale. Which are your favourite? Please comment below and let us know your thoughts! Any personal trainers, staff that you would like to tell us about? Fortis Fitness 11 Carlaw Ave 416-465-4777 www.fortisfitness.ca services: 24/7 gym access, qualified certified trainers,...
What do you love about Toronto's East Side? Your answer can include Riverside, Leslieville, The beach, The pocket, etc! Tell us and you could win a $100 gift certificate for one of our favourite spots: Brooklyn Tavern as well as 10 pairs of VIP tickets for the National Home Show presented by REMAX. Make your entry below! Curious what we love about our hood? Check out our video on the right...
As you have probably read in previous posts - we are quite excited about all the changes happening in the Gerrard strip between Jones and Coxwell. The North East corner of Leslieville. Brickyard Grounds, GAS Gerrard Art Space, Lazy Daisy, Sideshow Cafe, Starbucks, GBK Great Burger Kitchen, McGugans,Aprile Bambina Cucina and many more. But how does this sound: A great local brewery! The good...
Well friends I guess our fancy new ice rink in Leslieville at Greenwood Park has got the attention of the Toronto Maple Leafs! Here are all the details! Toronto Maple Leafs , MLSE Foundation and Sport Chek are holding an Outdoor Practice at Greenwood Rink from 10am-11amon Fri Feb 21st and setting up a Leafs Fan Zone. I encourage you to break out your jerseys to watch the...
With the holiday season giving me a little bit of downtime I found myself with the time to ask otherwise insignificant questions and ponder things I might not in the busy spring and fall real estate markets in Toronto. For this blog entry I pose the question: "Where do the ghosts hang out in Toronto's East End?” In 2014 we know where the hipsters roam and frolic but the big question is: Where...
Our vote for the best sandwiches in Leslieville,Riverside, or Riverdale is THE LESLIEVILLE PUMP! Try the Beef Brisket or Pulled Pork and Tell them Matt & Ben sent you! They also have well priced gas and the staff are...
We are happy to be once again the title sponsor for this years LIGHT UP THE RIVERSIDE! Saturday November 30th,2013. Join us for a Tree Lighting, hot chocolate, Treats, Pictures with Santa and more! Matt Casselman and Ben Ferguson www.leslieville.com RE/MAX Hallmark...
A Flea Market in Toronto's Leslieville Neighbourhood. Open the 3rd Sunday of every month from 10am-3pm starting in June 2013. The Next Flea is July 21!!! Located "Behind The Duke" at Queen and Leslie. Selling vintage and salvaged items, furnishings, antiques, art, photography and...
Leslieville,Riverdale & Riverside! It's time to clean out your lockers, closets, and basements - and raise money for a fantastic cause! On May 25th, 2013 9am-12pm Join Matt & Ben and friends at A YARD SALE FOR THE CURE It's happening here: SW Corner of Carlaw and Dundas Lola Bar Patio All proceeds to breast cancer! Sell your items yourself OR drop them off! No junk please. If...
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