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SUMMERTIME SIPPIN’- 3 MUST TRY COCKTAILS

Summer time and chilled cocktails go together like peanut butter and jelly. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool with your bestie or hosting a dinner party, we’ve got the perfect drinks to celebrate summer. So pull out the martini glasses and kick off the start of summer with some of our favourite  cocktails.

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Backstage Access with Redken & Maybelline

How many stylists does it take to create all the magical hairstyles for Toronto Fashion Week? Apparently 35 international artists, according to Jorge Joao, Lead Stylist of Redken Canada. It was fascinating watching the organized chaos behind the scenes at World Mastercard Fashion Week. From the models sitting at the hair and makeup stations pampered […]

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TIP TUESDAY: Mother Nature’s Moisturizer

I totally learned this on The Real Housewives of Vancouver, in a very awkward moment between Ronnie and Robin during a lunch at Robin’s home. So Ronnie straight out dipped her fingers in the olive oil on the table (intended for dipping bread, obvi), and rubbed it into the skin on her legs and arms. […]

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Nomming all over Pop Chips

These kind of have me nomming all over the place. Don’t ask me how I got so preoccupied with memes, but it’s creeped into my every day description of food. These little gems are easy to gobble up, and man, Pop Chips have you done it again. With a new flavour launched specifically for Canadians […]

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Spring Forward with Starbucks Refreshers

It’s that time of the year again.. to turn our clocks forward one hour. So for those of you with S.A.D. (seasonal affective disorder) like myself, we can reap the benefits of a little more sunshine – but with one less hour of sleep, wah. Luckily, Starbucks has revealed their Refreshers line up, sparkling green […]

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Friday Faves – Shanice

It’s that time again – my turn to tout all my latest faves. As some of you may know, I get super excited to share my finds with you guys. I become fanatical and a little pushy, because if it makes me happy, I know it’ll make you happy too. I really take it upon […]

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Quick & Easy Oscar-Worthy Snacks

The Oscars are one of the biggest events on TV. And much like the Superbowl, these major TV events inspire people to have at-home viewing parties, which means food is involved – so I’m in! Typical Superbowl food is messy, saucy,  and “manly” – nachos, wings, pizza, pulled pork etc. The Oscars, however, call for […]

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FAVE FRIDAY – @ABBYHO

1. Barry M Nail Polish: I detest chipping nail polish. ICK! That being said, finding a shade that STAYS PUT is a constant struggle. And on my most recent trip to London, England, my awesome friend Elya, recommended Drugstore brand Barry M! Cheap, quick-drying, and minimal chipping after 5 days of wearage (and counting). It’s […]

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Launch

Bud Light Platinum Launch Party at Uniun

It was a cold Thursday evening in Toronto as we walked toward the beckoning blue lights, which represented the thematic approach to Bud Light Platinum’s launch party. We were whisked into the club and taken to a lounge area where we were met with delicious finger-foods and an unlimited supply of beer, of course. There […]

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In Studio With Christopher Bates

The walk to Christopher Bate’s studio is a pleasant one. His street, adjacent to Queen West, is pebbled with ad agencies and creative studios on either side. His building, a rather raw live/work space feels intimate and sleek, yet very unpretentious. The man who opens the door for us, is of much the same philosophy […]

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Holiday Q&A with @KreeshaTurner

Happy Holiday season everyone! It’s almost Christmas time again and I couldn’t be more excited. Lucky for us Urbaneblocsters, we got a chance to party at the Eaton Centre to kick off the Christmas season with the lighting of a new, 50-foot Christmas tree and six giant aluminum and LED reindeer! Gorgeous! The kick-off also included […]