May 2013
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House of the Week: $2.1 million for a Summerhill semi with a tranquil sunken living room
Address: 125 MacPherson Avenue Neighbourhood: Yorkville Agent: Allan Consky, Royal LePage/J & D Division, Brokerage Price: $2,095,000
The Place: A two-bedroom brick semi on a pretty, tree-lined street in Summerhill.
Bragging Rights: Plenty of traditional homes have had contemporary makeovers, but...
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from my recent trip to Jamaica… one I won’t soon forget…
A hideaway for past presidents, celebrities and even James Bond… this is the luxurious side of Jamaica
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Simone Olivero June 03, 2013Features
(Image courtesy of Round Hill)
Butlers, baby-sitters, private villas and spas are just a few of the things that separate the all-inclusive package vacationers from the...
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a beauty post for mother’s day i wrote for BeautyEditor.ca…
3 beauty rules my mom taught me… and how I broke (and then embraced) every single one
Beauty Diary
Posted by Simone Olivero on Friday, May 10/2013 · 0 Comments
Sunday is Mother’s Day and in the spirit of “Mother knows best…”, here are three things I learned about beauty (the hard way) from my mom.
For as long as I...
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my walk through Detroit’s Heidelberg Project…
The Heidelberg Project
Simone Olivero
After the 1967 riots, Detroit was never the same. Neighbourhoods were abandoned and chaos filled the streets. One such street was Heidelberg, the home of artist Tyree Guyton who has spent the last 27 years transforming the neighbourhood from a place where people were afraid to walk, even in broad...
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Last night was the annual Met Gala. Guests donned variations on the theme, “PUNK: Chaos to Couture” which in many cases just meant a bucket load of make-up…
Here are my faves (punk or otherwise) from last night’s red carpet:
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For those of you that read this regularly, Rooney isn’t much of a shock. Some may argue that her look is becoming old but...
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Condo Showdown: five sumptuous residences in Toronto luxury hotels
The slew of five-star hotels that popped up downtown in recent years did more than increase Toronto’s appeal as an tourist destination. They also upended the city’s upscale condo market. The high-end residences have stacked amenity lists (with steep condo fees to match) that appeal to jet-setting business-types accustomed to...
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new gig
started working with BeautyEditor.ca… check out my first post below!
Do or don’t? The Farrah Fawcett look, as seen on Claire Danes this week
Celeb Beauty
Posted by Simone Olivero on Friday, May 3/2013 · 0 Comments
Earlier this week, Claire Danes was snapped with some Farrah Fawcett-style waves on the red carpet outside the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. Not sure if...
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my food tour through Jamaica… prepare to drool…
A foodie tour through Jamaica
Simone Olivero
There’s more to Jamaica than just jerk chicken and patties - though both of these are reason enough to go. Take a culinary journey through the island where turquoise beaches and soulful rhythms provide the perfect backdrop for a feast of flavours.
Photo by Simone...
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House of the Week: $3 million for a boldly decorated historical home in Rosedale
Address: 53 Elm Avenue Neighbourhood: Rosedale-Moore Park Agent: Joseph Robert and Gillian Oxley, Royal LePage/J & D Division, Brokerage Price: $2,998,000
The Place: A five-bedroom, 5,300-square-foot semi in Rosedale that was built in 1888.
Bragging Rights: Following a major overhaul by reno guru Joe...
April 2013
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House of the Week: $4.45 million for a swank townhome in a converted Victorian church
Address: 314 Palmerston Boulevard Neighbourhood: Palmerston-Little Italy Agent: James Martin Molloy, Chestnut Park Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage Price: $4,450,000
The Place: A 5,600-square-foot luxury townhouse in the Victorian church and school house at the corner of College and Palmerston.
Bragging...
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Wedding Beauty: gorgeous hair and makeup ideas for brides-to-be
Styling by Simone Olivero | Photography by Renata Kaveh | Makeup by Veronica Chu | Hair by Tomara Patchett and Vili Nikolouzos of Philosophy Salon
As soon as you’ve said yes to the dress, it’s time to start thinking about the hairstyle, makeup and accessories to go with it. To help, we assembled four beauty looks with four very...
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my picks for best wedding cakes in the city (umm, yes those are donuts!)
Eight of Toronto’s most creative wedding cakes
Television shows like Cake Boss and Ace of Cakes have popularized the show-stopping wedding cake. Here, eight sugary tiered concoctions to finish off your perfect day
See all eight cakes »
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a new condo series i’m working on with Toronto Life
Condo Showdown: five industrial lofts for less than $1 million
The number of so-called “hard lofts” in Toronto has ballooned since the early 2000s as developers wised up to the moneymaking potential of turning old factories and warehouses into residential units. True loft conversions have an artsy vibe that’s nearly impossible to...
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Flavour of the Year: Five tips for preparing vegetables from the city’s top chefs
A miracle has occurred in this meat-obsessed city: vegetables have shown up on menus. Here, five top chefs offer easy tips for home prep.
Check them out HERE
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House of the Week: $3.6 million for a live-work building in the Fashion District
Address: 548 Richmond Street West Neighbourhood: Waterfront Communities-The Island Agent: Robin Tully, Royal LePage/J & D Division, Brokerage; Marc Paillé and Michell Pérez, Royal LePage Signature Realty Price: $3,600,000
The Place: A minimalist building in the Fashion District containing both a large...
March 2013
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my chat with Ben Heaton about, seriously, the best soup I’ve ever had.. and this is coming from a girl that doesn’t even really like soup…
Recipe: Parsley root soup from The Grove, an earthy and richly textured starter
PARSLEY ROOT SOUP
By Ben Heaton The Grove
RECIPE HERE
TIP Thinly slice parsley root and fry the slices in a little oil at a low temperature. They make great...
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from the latest issue of Toronto Life… where you should be eating… enjoy :O)
Best New Toronto Restaurants 2013
One thousand three hundred and eight. That’s how many restaurants opened in 2012—more than triple the year before, and the year before that. Toronto is in the middle of a restaurant boom that’s changing the way we eat, drink, date, schmooze, celebrate and generally revel...
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House of the Week: $3 million for a Princess Margaret Lottery show home in Oakville
Address: 220 Pinehurst Drive Neighbourhood: Eastlake, Oakville Agent: Kim Saxton and Ruth Anne Winter, Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Price: $2,995,000
The Place: A 7,000-square-foot Oakville house that was the grand prize in last year’s Princess Margaret Home lottery.
Bragging Rights: Canadian House...
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go figure i see a dress i like at H&M after I’ve already bought the big gown… sigh…
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loving the punchy april cover of flare with Diane Kruger.. is it spring yet?
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tequila time with reposado…. some recipes i organized for the Toronto Life Cookbook….
Toronto Life Cookbook: 10 delicious tequila cocktails from the Reposado team
Owners Sandy and Catherine MacFadyen and bartender Jan Ollner make up Reposado’s stellar tequila team. Here, a slate of cocktails mixed from the 100-plus varieties at their Ossington hot spot
Photography by Reena Newman |...
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House of the Week: $4.9 million for a South Hill home covered in floor-to-ceiling windows
Address: 210 Poplar Plains Road Neighbourhood: Casa Loma Agent: Janet Marlene Lindsay, Chestnut Park Real Estate Limited, Brokerage Price: $4,900,000
The Place: A towering contemporary home with five bedrooms in the quiet and leafy South Hill neighbourhood.
Check out the rest of the pictures here
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last night’s moose & beaver preview…
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oh, hello there oxblood pants…
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michelle williams covers AnOther… 4 times…
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cookies!!!!!
Toronto Life Cookbook: nine scrumptious spins on the sugar cookie
Elyse Wahle of Sullivan and Bleeker Baking Co. shares her foolproof recipe for the classic baked good, plus an assortment of quirky cookie creations Photography by Reena Newman | Food Styling by Sasha Seymour
Get the recipes here
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arriving Wednesday… are you ready?
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on my recent trip to scottsdale i discovered this wasn’t just a town for oldies… check out my write-up here
Discovering the sexier side of Scottsdale
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Simone Olivero March 04, 2013Features
Silver hair and shiny golf clubs used to be the only thing that came to mind when people talked about visiting Scottsdale. Now, snowbirds retreating to the southwest hot spot have noticed a...
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my visit to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West…
Inside Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West
Simone Olivero
In 1937 famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright sought refuge in the Sonoran desert in the unlikely outskirts of Scottsdale, Arizona. The result was Taliesin West, home to the FLW School of Architecture, Wright’s private living quarters and a living laboratory of...
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wander through Arizona’s Sonoran desert with me…
Arizona’s Wild West
Simone Olivero
Red sand stretches over rocky hills dotted with prickly flora in one of the hottest deserts in North America. Nearly untouched by civilization thanks to the scorching temperatures and the rugged terrain, the Sonoran desert is one of the last stops in America’s wild, wild West.
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making pizza with my friends at Queen Margherita…
Toronto Life Cookbook: Queen Margherita Pizza co-owner John Chetti shares his 10 favourite pizza toppings
Photography by Reena Newman | Food Styling by Sasha Seymour
Learn how to make their yummy dough here
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making burgers with Richmond Station’s Carl Heinrich…
Toronto Life Cookbook: Top Chef Canada champ Carl Heinrich’s top 10 ideas for how to dress up a burger
Photography by Reena Newman | Food Styling by Sasha Seymour
Check out his recipes here
February 2013
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Michael Angeloni of L’Unita and I talk crostini…
Toronto Life Cookbook: 10 gorgeous crostini creations
Chef Michael Angeloni is an expert on the Italian appetizer. Here, 10 of his most show-stopping stacks Photography by Reena Newman | Food Styling by Sasha Seymour
Check out the recipes here
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I need to take a minute to gawk at the stunning Dolce & Gabanna presentation from Milan Fashion Week..
ugh! I’m in love…
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Donna Dooher gave me her 10 favourite variations on egg’s Benedict
Toronto Life Cookbook: 10 creative variations on eggs Benedict
Donna Dooher of Mildred’s Temple Kitchen has been serving hordes of hungry brunchers for 20 years. Here, her 10 takes on a classic Photography by Reena Newman | Food Styling by Sasha Seymour
Check out the recipes here
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A practical (and lightweight) foot forward
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Simone Olivero February 22, 2013Reviews
Heavy, awkward and (often) unflattering, walking shoes are one of the most annoying things to pack when you’re heading out of town. If you’re like me, I usually tie a pair of runners onto the outside of my carry-on bag which tends to induce eyerolls from the security scanners and glares from fellow passengers...
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House of the Week: $3.7 million for a Forest Hill family home with a tricked-out backyard
Address: 43 Glenayr Road Neighbourhood: Forest Hill South Agent: Marianne Miles, Forest Hill Real Estate Inc., Brokerage Price: $3,679,900
The Place: A five-bedroom family home with a large backyard pool located near two top private schools and Forest Hill Village.
Bragging Rights: With a wet bar, a...
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nespresso just launched their newest coffee flavour and i have to admit, i’m hooked!!!
smooth, creamy and delicious… drink with milk…
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House of the Week: $2.4 million for a contemporary semi-detached in Summerhill
ADDRESS: 60 Woodlawn Avenue West
NEIGHBOURHOOD: Yonge-St. Clair
AGENTS: Cheryl Marsha Sniderman, Forest Hill Real Estate Inc., Brokerage
PRICE: $2,395,000
THE PLACE: A semi-detached with four bedrooms and a fresh, white design scheme near Summerhill’s boutique-filled strip.
BRAGGING RIGHTS: Architects Reigo and...
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update
so i finally got around to writing my “about me” page as well as a listing of my bylines in “my work”
check them out by clicking on the tabs above!
January 2013
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best stuff of 2012
when you’re in the media, you often get sent an array of random things to try out. some work, while others are way off the mark. here are my favourite things i tried out in 2012!
nespresso U
during TIFF, i was lucky enough to score an invite to the nespresso breakfast at the spoke club hosted by HGTV Home Heist’s Colin and Justin. a few of my friends already had a nespresso and...
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House of the Week: $2.4 million for an open-concept family home in St. Andrew-Windfields
ADDRESS: 14 Fairmeadow Avenue
NEIGHBOURHOOD: St. Andrew-Windfields
AGENT: Barry Cohen, RE/Max Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage
PRICE: $2,395,000
THE PLACE: A five-bedroom house with a contemporary look on one of York Mills’s winding, tree-lined streets.
BRAGGING RIGHTS: The basement has two living...
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happy days
last week i got to check out the preview of graphic designer stefan sagmeister’s “The Happy Show”. an interactive collection of exhibits that attempt to decipher what makes people happy and whether various stimuli can trigger this complicated emotion…
for saying it was pretty much my first public outing since the hermit-binge fest that was christmas, i was surprised how...
