(Originally published in Solo Traveler Blog, September 2012) The simple approach, like so many others to come, is my first solo lesson of this tall ships voyage: even cruising solo, it’s all about the people you’re with. I am overwhelmed by the sheer ‘coupleness’ around me: the elegant pair already perched on bar stools, enjoying a [...]
A post from Kiah, my beautiful lab/border collie companion. I was in trouble this time, and all because I love to swim. In Toronto, (Canada) I lived in the Beaches – ravines, trails, quirky homes, baseball parks, good sniffs, dogs – great place. Oh, and did I mention the doggie bakery, with lots of delicious [...]
Passion, teamwork, respect: the cornerstones of Chef David Lee’s professional life. They are also the underlying reasons for the continuing success of his co-owned restaurant Splendido, which he took over in partnership with Yannick Bigourdan in 2001. Splendido, nestled among other fine establishments on Harbord Street, just off Spadina, is among the eating jewels of [...]