The time to book your summer getaways is here, but it can be hard to know where you should book on Airbnb and what your best options are. These summer escapes are perfect for your next family getaway, rowdy friend retreat, or a romantic weekend for you and someone special.
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Toronto can be an expensive city to live in, especially if you’re a fan of enjoying the incredible food and bar scene it has to offer (which of course we highly recommend!) If you’re just looking to grab a cheap glass of wine with friends, it can be hard to know where to go without spending upwards of $20 on a glass, but fear not, we’ve got you covered!
We rounded-up the cheapest places to get wine every day of the week in Toronto, so you can enjoy soaking-up the sun this summer with a chilled glass of pinot in hand and a happy wallet.
Throughout the week:
- District Eatery’s house wine is $1 an ounce while at least a half-dozen different cocktails can be had for $9.25 on the patio of this King West eatery. Compared to neighbouring restaurants, this place is a steal.
- Convenience’s patio gets such solid sun so bring your sunblock every time you swing by. Combine that sweet heat with $6 select cocktails and wine for 94 cents per oz, and you can easily laze the afternoon away without leaving your picnic table.
- Joe Bird offers after work happy hour deals that include wine bottles for half-price, $6 pints, and $5 mixed drinks between 5 p.m and 7 p.m.
- The Duke Pubs (Duke of Kent, Devon, Richmond, Somerset, Westminster, and York) all do half-priced bottles of wine Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Shark Club offers $3.99 glasses of house wine during happy hour Monday to Friday 3-6 p.m.
- Beast Restaurant on Tecumseh offers all bottles of wine for half price from 5 p.m till close.
- Gusto 101 offers their house red and white wines at $1 per ounce every day of the week.
- Prohibition Gastrohouse offers its Special Hooch Hour-Only wines at $5.75 from 5-7 p.m. Monday to Friday.
- The Drake does 5 oz. of its house wine for $5 everyday from 3-6 p.m at any Drake location.
- Moxies does 6 oz. of wine for $6 and 9 oz. for $9 at select locations from 3-6 p.m and 9 p.m until close.
Monday
- H Bar has house wine specials for $5.
- The Gladstone Hotel serves up half-priced bottles of cellar special wines for its “Open Cellar Mondays.”
- Union on Ossington does half-priced bottles of wine.
- Fynn’s of Temple Bar on King St. West has half priced bottles of its feature wines from 5-10p.m
Tuesday
- Earls does half-priced bottles of wine all day long on Tuesdays.
- L’Unita on Avenue Road has over 300 bottles to choose from for its half-priced wine night.
- The Paddock Tavern just off Queen on Bathurst offers $5 house wine from 5 p.m. to close.
- Sauce on the Danforth has $5.31 wine and $6.42 cocktails for ladies night.
- The Office Pub on King has ½ price wine bottles from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and $4 mixed drinks after p.m
- Beaumont Kitchen has drink specials of $7 prosecco (wine’s sister!)
Wednesday
- Beaumont Kitchen does half-priced bottles of wine.
- Boehmer has $9 glasses of its featured wines available every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Montecito on Adelaide offers half-priced bottles of wine in its Palm Lounge & patio
- Peter Pan Bistro chooses Wednesdays for their half-priced bottles of wine.
- The Peasant Table offers $1 per ounce wine
- The Brazenhead in Liberty Village offers half price wine bottles and $6 pours
Thursday
- McSorley’s Saloon offers half price bottles of wine with any entree purchase.
- Hey Lucy Cafe has select glasses of wine for only $4.99
- Scotland Yard has many Thirsty Thursday specials including $1.25 off all 9 oz. glasses of wine.
- Shark Club in Dundas Square has half-priced bottles of wine.
Friday
- Montecito does half-priced bottles of champagne from 5 p.m
- Beaumont Kitchen offers up $7 glasses of Pinot Grigio and $8 specialty cocktails
Saturday
- Banknote Bar offers up select red amd white wines by the glass for only $6
Sunday
- Biff’s Bistro has half-priced wine (including champagne!) every Sunday and Wednesday night
- Farmhouse Tavern hosts “F*ck Mondays” every Sunday with a special deal every hour, including $8 glasses of wine from 8-9 p.m.
- Scotland Yard does a Local Sundays where it offers $5.30 for select locally produced beers and wine.
Please Note: All offers are subject to change. To ensure you can get your wine on for cheap, call ahead to confirm.
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Mother’s Day comes but once a year, and if your mom is anything like mine then she’s going to expect you to make a bit of effort; and why shouldn’t she!? How many birthdays has she thrown for you? How many parties has she planned? It’s the one day a year fully dedicated to paying tribute to all that your mom has done, and there are a ton of special and fun ways to do that.
This year instead of the typical brunch and card, why not take mom on a bit of an adventure? A mother-daughter date per se.
Here are the best 6 events happening in Toronto for you and mom to check out, whether she’s an outdoors lover or a fan of a nice cocktail with a view.
For The Sporty Mom:
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MEC is conducting a special Mother’s Day Hike and Brunch on May 12. Guests can go to the new Queen location to get picked up by Parkbus where guests (and their mom) will be taken to the Mono Cliffs Inn to fuel up with brunch before the hike.
For The Mom With The Green Thumb:
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We all know green space is hard to come by living downtown, and if your mom is a city dweller she’s sure to face the same problems (even if she’s not, herbs can prove very tricky to grow outdoors). So why not bond over some gardening? The Click and Grow Smart Indoor Garden is a gift-turned-activity that you and your mom can enjoy for months to come, as it’s a great way to watch some delicious herbs grow right before your eyes. Just plug in, add water, and watch the plants grow.
For The Cultured Mom:
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MOCA is organizing a Hand & Rose Mother’s Day Flower Workshop; Hand & Rose is a mobile florist shop that’s been spotted all around town and in front of MOCA Grand Avenue on Thursday nights. Owner and florist Sarah Lineberger is running this special Mother’s Day workshop to teach the art of flower arrangement – participants of all ages and skill are welcome.
For The Retro Mom:
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If your mom has a passion for the classics, the Spadina Museum is hosting a Mother’s Day event just for her; think Great Gatsby vibes. Music from the ’20s and ’30s will be performed by Mim Adams Duo in the Drawing Room of Spadina Museum on the Steinway grand piano. Enjoy optional tours of the museum and refreshments that will be served including scones and hand-blended teas. The Spadina Museum is one of the only places in the city where you can get a glimpse of Toronto during the 1910-1930 time period. It’s super charming so I bet your mom will be thrilled!
For The Nautical Mom:
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Anchors away! If your mom is a fan of being on the water, why not take her on a lunch time cruise of the city? With what appears to be a sunny weekend ahead, you and your mom will get to enjoy beautiful views of the city and The Toronto Islands from the ship as you cruise around Lake Ontario. Included is a welcome drink, a freshly prepared lunch, and great entertainment!
For The Pop-Culture Obsessed Mom:
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Jennifer Valentyne, TV/radio personality of 25 years and all around cool-mom, is hosting an event with her daughter Georgia on the Friday of Mother’s Day weekend. The event promises to be an unforgettable evening celebrating the beautiful relationships between mothers and daughters. It’s located at the Marriott Downtown, with dinner being served along with laughter and a few surprises.
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Instagram can seem overwhelming sometimes; there are so many people saying so many things and it can be hard to know what to listen to, and who to follow. What’s important to remember is that Instagram is a place that can help you build community, learn new things, find inspiration, and feel good about yourself. You should be following people and accounts that inspire and uplift you.
Whether you’re looking for someone to give restaurant recommendations, fashion inspo, or advice on which book you should read next, we’ve got you covered.
Check out our list below of the top 10 fashion and lifestyle Instagrammers and influencers to fill your timeline!
Hillory Renkema
Instagram/@hellohillory
Hillory is a bubbly, pink-loving fashionista that always posts the cutest spots across the city from restaurants,, to salons, and bars galore. Plus, her and Jonathan from Mr. Cavaliere are adorable together!
Vanessa Cesario
Instagram/@vanessacesario_
Vanessa is the ultimate, grunge-cool-girl fashion inspo. Not only is she incredibly cool, but she’s also a total boss. She’s the creative director of Unika Swim, and works with brands such as Hershey’s and Kastor & Pollocks to create content. There’s nothing this girl boss can’t do!
Bianca Venerayan
Instagram/@biancavenerayan
Bianca is a certified yoga teacher, radio/podcast host, writer, and all-around high energy person. She’s always travelling, from Thailand to Hawaii to numerous yoga retreats across the world, and she takes you on the journey in a fun and authentic way. Plus she’s always hosting free yoga classes that you can sign up for!
Victoria Hui
Instagram/@thelustlistt
Victoria’s IG page looks like one long beautiful editorial shoot from a magazine. Whether she’s on a stunning beach, a cute cafe, the city streets, or a luxurious hotel, Victoria always looks chic and effortless. She also keeps it super real via Instagram stories, so you really can get to know her.
Chantelle Marie
Instagram/@big.chantelle
Chantelle is a fashionista, always sporting casual athleisure-wear in most of her Instagram photos. She’s all the goals when it comes to the effortless-cool look. Does she look familiar? A frequent face for many modelling campaigns, you’ve probably seen her sporting your favourite brands multiple times.
Mary Young
Instagram/@itsmaryyoung
Mary Young is a Toronto-based intimates designer with a fresh take on beauty and self-love. Her page is very body-positive, inclusive, and flaunts some stunning pieces that you can purchase for yourself.
Meghan Yuri Young
Instagram/@meghanyuriyoung
Meghan is a health and wellness advocate, amongst many other things. Her posts are always motivational and inspiring, be it her posting about her workouts, the work she does to de-stigmatize mental illness, or her in-depth book reviews.
Anna Bediones
Instagram/@atothebed
For all your sporty-girl needs, Anna is your girl. Her casual, athleisure looks always kill it, and she’s an expert at pairing casual pieces with more formal wear to create a complete look.
Lauren McPhillips
Instagram/@thisrenegadelove
Lauren from This Renegade Love is a content creator and digital marketing expert. Lauren is known for her advice for other bloggers to master the art of working for themselves and being true to themselves. She’s extremely open and authentic on her page, letting followers into her insecurities, and showing us all that embracing yourself, your beauty, and your flaws is the route to true happiness.
Margaux Zanetti
Instagram/@margaux.zanetti
Margaux’s Instagram feed is a stunning blend of neutrals and subtle pops of colour that leaves us wondering how someone can lead such an aesthetically pleasing life? Well, find out for yourself by clicking on her “edits” highlight! She’s as open as she is chic, lifting the veil on the work that Influencers put into creating their beautiful content.
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A good handbag does more than just hold your valuables. It completes a look, gives you an extra something special, and can make you feel like a million bucks. It’s as much of a statement piece as any piece of jewelry or pair of shoes. As much as a bag from a fast fashion store can do in a pinch, investing in quality is always the way to go. But how can you know which bags are worth the investment?
We rounded-up the best designer bags to invest in that will always be popular and have high resale value (some even sell for above retail value!) so you can be sure to get your money’s worth.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Speedy, starts at $1,340
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The Speedy is an iconic Louis Vuitton design, and has stayed a consistent classic through the years. Celebrities from Beyonce to Miley Cyrus have been seen toting this purse. With the classic logo, shape, and all around aesthetic, this design isn’t going anywhere any time soon.
Hermès Birkin Bag, starts at $11,900
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If they’re good enough for Drake’s future wife, then it’s good enough for us (incase you forgot, he has a massive collection of Birkin bags for his future wife, whomever she may be). Hermès bags have increased in value over 500% in the last 35 years and are widely believed to be a better investment than gold, diamonds, and the stock market, so if you’re looking for a sure investment, this is it.
The Chanel Classic Flap, starts at $4725
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The original brain child of Coco Chanel (she created and debuted the 2.55’s chain shoulder strap in 1955) and Karl Lagerfeld (he introduced the addition of a turning ‘CC’ clasp to the bag) this classic piece was born and perfected. In fact, recent figures from on online resale site show that it’s the site’s continuously best selling bag for the last decade, and it regularly re-sells secondhand for more than the retail price.
The Mulberry Heritage Bayswater, $1,550
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Perhaps a little more under the radar than brands like Louis Vuitton and Hermes, but still iconic is Mulberry. The excellent craftsmanship and posh status have propelled Mulberry to the status of global phenomenon. Available in multiple colours, exotic leathers, and sizes, this bag remains an iconic staple.
The Lady Dior Lambskin Bag, $5,960
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The history of this bag is one for the Royals, quite literally. The bag was first gifted to Lady Diana by the French First Lady, Bernadette Chirac, on a visit to Paris in 1994. She immediately fell in love with the design, ad ordered every colour available. It was unnamed at that point, and after being photographed countless times in the design and with her blessing, the bag was named The Lady Dior.
Dior Saddle Bag, $3,147
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The Dior Saddle Bag was an iconic style in the 90’s, and has been now deemed “vintage.” This means that people want to get their hands on it even more! In fact, some have even resold for over retail price.
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