Summer 2012 - Good Times!

It's the end of August, the CNE is opened, and the days are getting shorter which are all signs that means Summer is unfortunately coming to an end. BOOO!

I can't complain, I loved this Summer - lot's of sun and HOT temperatures. I actually had lots of 'free' time this summer : ) Did lots and great times was spent with friends and family.

Looks like we're going to have some great Labour day weekend weather - last taste of summer. Go out and have a good time!!!

In memory of all the fun times I had this Summer here's a song to sums it all up, Carly Rae Jepsen & Owl City's "Good Time".  I love this song - always puts me in a happy mood when I hear it. Another very catchy one coming from Carly - enjoy!

Olympic's Believe Montages

I can't believe that the 2012 London Olympic games will be coming to an end this Sunday August 12.

Just wanted to share some of the many CTV's Believe montages - showing the top moments and best images at the games. And the 'I Believe' song just doesn't get old. The song made famous by Nikki Yanofsky during the 2010 Winter Olympics has been redone by the Tenors for this Summer games. Btw which version do you prefer?

I love watching them! The montages just brings such a great feeling, don't you agree? : )

Montage One

Montage Two

Montage Three

Diesel Fall/Winter 2012 Ad Campaign

Check out the latest Ad Campaign from Diesel. It continues last season's theme of 'portraits for successful living'. This time around the campaign is like a series of modern screen test.

The photographer is Steven Meisel and the campaign features some of the most contemporary models, including Canadian's own Coco Rocha. The 'Queen of posing' doesn't disappoint, giving some pretty interesting poses.

I love the look of the campaign. I like how the models are being playful, and showing off their personalities. It's definitely a fun and humorous campaign. What do you guys think?

H&M Back to School Fashion

Now that I'm an uncle to a niece and nephew, I am paying more attention to kids clothing. I was surprised to find that kids clothing can be pretty pricey for the amount of time the kid will be wearing it.

H&M is a great place to get kids clothes. They have lots of selections at great and reasonable prices. Check out the latest Back to School/Fall fashion from H&M. There are some very cool, fun and adorable outfits. 

Check out their Back to School commercials - H&M always makes great ones, love them!

Olympic Commercials

I am really enjoying the London Olympic games. Go Team Canada Go!!

Other than the events, I am liking some of the Olympic related commercials too! Here are some of my favourites. Enjoy!

P&G - Proud Sponsor of mom. Very touching.

Rona - Relay. Funny.

Powerade - great to see the use of some Canadian athletes.

These ones are not Olympic related, but I had be seeing them during the games. They are from VW. I just love them, they make me smile.

Summerlicious - Toula Restaurant

The last restaurant I tried out during this past Summerlicious was the Toula Restaurant at Westin Harbour Castle. Yep - the one high atop Toronto's financial district, on the 38th floor. For more info and what was on the menu, click here. We went for their $20 lunch.

It was a nice summer day that day, so the view overlooking Lake Ontario was beautiful! The environment, speaking mainly of the decor was ok. I wasn't a big fan of it - good thing the view made up for it. The service was friendly and the Italian food was very tasty. It's definitely worth checking out. From the 38th floor = a one-of-a-kind dining experience!

 

 

“Burano” 
in-house smoked salmon with caramelized red onion, caper and berries, drizzled with lemon and extra virgin olive oil

Cortina’s wild mushroom “Alessandro”
mushrooms lightly sautéed in rosemary and pinot grigio, on a bed of handmade polenta, topped with castel magno cheese fondue

“La Torre” 
eggplant mozzarella di buffala tower, oven baked & finished with fresh tomato and basil sauce

Stone pressed “arturo” grilled Cornish Hen
stone pressed, mustard crusted grilled cornish hen, served with sautéed spinach alla milanese with raisins and pine nuts

Veal Medallion “Serrenisimma”
slowly cooked veal medallion with fresh herb and pinot grigio, topped with asiago cheese fondue and sliced black truffle from Norcia, served with garlic and rosemary roasted potatoes

Toula classic homemade vanilla gelato “affogato” topped with espresso coffee

Toula classic tiramisu

Summerlicious - Trio Restaurant

Trio Restaurant was located in Toronto's North York and was part of the Novotel Toronto North York Hotel. For more info and the menu, click here. We went there for a $15 lunch during the Summerlicious period.

It had a nice environment with sleek modern furnishings and style decor which I really liked however I find the layout of the space a bit too open concept. The service and food was good. Worth checking out if you're in the area.

 

 

Wild Mushroom Arancini
Wild mushroom risotto balls breaded with Panko and fried, served with fire roasted tomato sauce, pesto and parmesan cheese

Chicken Meatloaf
Ground Herbed Chicken meatloaf, sautéed green Cabbage & Rapini, drizzled with Soy Plum Glaze

Tartufo
Rich Creamy Milanese Vanilla Ice Cream centered with Crème Caramel and rolled with Home made cookies

Apple Blossom
Flakey pastry with an apple filling and topped with crumble served with vanilla sauce and walnuts

Mini Cooper - Eye Candy

Love it!!

2012 Olympic Athletes Poses Nude

The 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London begins tomorrow! Very exciting!! I always love watching the Olympic Games and of course cheering on our Canadian athletes.

Speaking of Olympic athletes, check out these beautiful photographs in the latest ESPN Body Issue. In a tribute to their bodies, all the athletes stripes down to celebrate their athletic forms.

I love the concept. The photos does an excellent job at showcasing the tremendous strength, effort and commitment that athletes put into their bodies, as they get ready for the Games. They're strategically and very artistically shot - in most shots, the athlete is in a movement from their sport.

Below are some of the photographs. Doesn't it motivate you to go to the gym right away? lol
Check out the rest of them here. What do you think of them? Which one's your favourite? Enjoy : )

See me on stage at the T&T Waterfront Night Market

Very exciting news to share! I will be performing at this year's T&T Waterfront Night Market happening July 20-22. Click here for more info. It's a great event for the whole family, lot's of things to do/see, and of course lot's of yummy food!!

I will be singing at the President's Choice Centre stage on Saturday July 21 from 4 - 4:30pm. Please come by if you can. Come cheer me on and be my fans in the audience : ) I will greatly appreciate all your support.

Click here for the list of all the performers and their bio. Everyone's be asking me what songs I will be singing? Well, you will just have to come see me to find out : )

For those who knows me knows how much I love to sing and perform. I'm the king of karaoke!! : ) I am very excited to get to perform on stage at this event - very happy for this opportunity! Come on by and see a 'superstar' in the making! It's a free show now, but who knows - might have to pay for my future shows/appearances. lol. I hope to see you there!!