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Bermuda Bound

October 8th, 2009
OCTOBER 8TH, 2009 Bermuda Bound The sand is tinged with specks of pink coral and the houses are painted lilac, yellow and aquamarine. With its lush green vegetation and crystal blue waters, colour reigns on the island of Bermuda. stayThe new Tucker's Point Resort oozes colonial charm. Large, airy rooms are decorated in bold florals, soft stripes and pastel ginghams. Sip Rum Swizz ...

Shakespeare, In Love

October 7th, 2009
OCTOBER 7TH, 2009 Shakespeare, In Love They say you shouldn't mess with a classic, but on a recent cultural sojourn we stumbled upon a rare little book put out by a teeny tiny press that gets it just right. In Nets, poet and visual artist Jen Bervin fashions fresh, pithy poetry out of sonnets written by William Shakespeare. Fading out sections of his original text, while bolding ...

Cuff Stuff

October 6th, 2009
OCTOBER 6TH, 2009 Cuff Stuff Smooth, strong, shapely—it's everything we look for in a cuff. Cast in ruthenium-covered copper that gives the look of gunmetal, the new Elsa Peretti charcoal bone cuff from Tiffany's is an arresting accessory well-suited to the bold, sculptural silhouettes of fall. With one for lefties and one for righties, you could slip one on each wrist a ...

Pour Me Another

October 5th, 2009
OCTOBER 5TH, 2009 Pour Me Another Pristine white tablecloths, red velvet wallpaper, and century-old antiques—there's nothing poor about Pourhouse. Within the historic brick and beam Leckie Building, the long-awaited restaurant tips its fedora to Prohibition-era speakeasies, serving up classic cocktails and comfort food, but with a 20th century twist. Pull up a leather-studded st ...

Head Strong

October 3rd, 2009
October 3rd, 2009 Head Strong Ask a little girl what she wants to be when she grows up and you can hear any response from “Princess” to “Prime Minister.” Equal parts poised and pretty, the cotton knit giant paiettes headband with an embellished flower (US$40) from e-shop Kicokids is serious enough for tough tea party talks and whimsical enough for playing dress-up. And she'll always h ...

Top Taco

October 2nd, 2009
OCTOBER 2ND, 2009 Top Taco If our city's taco-loving chihuahuas could talk, they'd exclaim “¡Yo quiero La Taqueria!” A can't-miss Madonna beckons you into the tiny, no frills taco shop. Serving up real Mexican fare, there's no greasy tater tots or crunchy shells in sight, just authentic soft tacos stuffed with fresh, free-range goods. Request the combo and fill your plate with four ...

Steals and Deals

October 2nd, 2009
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Croatia Crawl

October 1st, 2009
OCTOBER 1ST, 2009 Croatia Crawl Christened Europe's new Riviera, the former Communist Croatia's central Dalmatian Coast is hopping. The spectacular island of Hvar, known for its lavender, is a sun-blessed oasis with Venetian architecture, a rich history and a bustling nightlife. stayAway from the bustle of the Old Town (but still less than a 10-minute walk), Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resor ...

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