3 d. ago Add some sparkle to Toronto summer day trips at stunning country

The sunny season is heating up in Toronto, and any wine lover knows that the ideal way to spend a summer weekend is to head down to Niagara exploring some of Ontario's finest vineyards.But the summer sun pairs better with some wines more than others — and there's no better pairing than a bit of bubbly to refresh you when the balmy weather is hitting.Instead of scouring certain vineyards for the few sparkling wines they may have bottled, KEW Vineyards is a winery that focuses solely on these carbonated creations.Premium Ontario sparkling winesLocated along the Beamsville Bench, KEW Vineyards is one of the Niagara Region's best hidden gems. Being in a smaller, more intimate section, the vineyard is a great alternative if you're looking for something outside of the area's busier wine routes.They craft their sparkling wines using a traditional Champagne-style, meaning the wine is fermented in-bottle and rests on lees for around two to f...

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9 d. ago Masai Ujiri out as Toronto Raptors president in stunning move by new ownership

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9 d. ago Timeless $4.5 million Toronto home hides stunning modern interiors

If you've been house hunting and feel like you've seen one too many soulless, millenial grey boxes with "open concept" stamped on it like a buzzword, let me introduce you to a house that is none of those things.9 Lynwood Ave. is timeless red brick house located on a quiet, leafy street in Toronto's South Hill neighbourhood just steps from top-rated schools, green space, and the citys best amenities. Already off to a great start. But the biggest selling point of this home, in my opinion and realtor Gillian Oxley's, is the fact that this house retains much of its delightful original Arts and Crafts roots while still being a practical modern day family home. The foyer. You're welcomed into 9 Lynwood Ave. with a light-drenched foyer with heated floors, a gas fireplace, and a built-in bench that's original to the house. Chefs kiss. The living room. The home, boasting 4,4...

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2 w. ago A Toronto home featured in a design magazine was just listed for $6 million

Tucked into one of Toronto's most prestigious neighbourhoods, this South Hill stunner is basically the definition of a grown-up dream home.With five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a 40-foot inground pool, 40 Warren Rd. isn't just move-in ready – it's magazine-featured kind of ready.Fun fact: it was actually featured in Canadian House & Home magazine at one point. The foyer. Listed for $5,895,000, this 50-by-180-foot lot offers a quiet, west-facing backyard oasis and over 4,000 square feet of living space.The living room. On the main floor, you have the classic principal rooms. There's the formal living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The dining room. The dining room is especially intriguing, with a silver-gilded ceiling. The kitchen and family room. And while the original house has good bones, the house has been extensively renovated, and it's the dramatic corten-steel and glass addition that tak...

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2 w. ago Bob Rennie donates $22.8 million in art to the National Gallery of Canada: 'We want the works to be shown'

The Vancouver real estate marketer and his family have donated 61 works to the Ottawa gallery, valued at $22.8 million

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3 w. ago Stunning $5.5 million Toronto mansion looks like it could double as an art gallery

While normally I don't believe in love at first sight, this Toronto house at 12 Misty Cres. had me at "hello."This bold, 5,000-square-foot modern masterpiece is serving next-level luxury, and honestly, it's just really, really pretty.With its striking architectural lines, soaring ceilings, private elevator, and fully integrated indoor-outdoor living, it's less "house" and more "art installation you can live in."The foyer. The pared-down interiors are ideal for showcasing a serious art collection, with expansive walls that make the space feel more like a gallery than a home.The dining room. Listed for serious design lovers, this fully renovated mansion doesn't hold back.The living room. You’re greeted by a grand foyer that flows into a massive living room with double-height ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling window that's straight-up cinematic.The balcony. It opens onto a sprawling balcony in the treetops &...

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4 w. ago Outdoor art gallery in Muskoka is the ultimate summer day trip from Toronto

If you're looking for a day trip that combines art, nature and a bit of mystery, head to The Tree Museum in Gravenhurst. Just two hours from Toronto, this hidden gem is unlike any gallery you've ever visited.Instead of white walls and climate control, you'll find winding forest trails and larger-than-life sculptures peeking out from the trees.The Tree Museum's collection is spread out over nearly 1.5 km of woodland trails, just art and nature blending together in the best possible way.    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by The Tree Museum (@thetreemuseum)Open from June through October, the museum is entirely outdoors and entirely free. It was started back in 1997 by E.J. Lightman, who wanted to create a space where art and landscape would be inseparable.And it shows: from a mirrored outhouse that practically disappears into the forest to a 40-foot steel ramp bolte...

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