How the turbo-charged passion of auto restorer Magnus Walker fuels his uncompromising Porsche-collecting quest. Magnus Walker wants to own one of every sports car Porsche has ever made. This may seem like one crazy, and costly, ambition. But this eccentric English expat isn’t one to be swayed by negativity. This is a man who drives …
The holidays sparkled a little brighter at the Madison Avenue boutique of Swiss luxury jeweller De Grisogono on Dec. 9, 2015. Founder and creative director Fawaz Gruosi hosted an elegant cocktail soiree where champagne-sipping VIPs fawned over his brand’s latest designs. www.degrisogono.com
A wonderland of imaginative dining was on display at the Monogram Dinner by Design installation, presented by Caesarstone, under the roof of the Design Exchange from Jan. 19—24. Visionary Canadian designers, such as architectsAlliance and Design Agency, shaped these inspiration-firing three-dimensional settings showcasing the country’s innovative talents while raising funds for the Casey House and …
Upscale Japanese sushi bar Shoushin in north Toronto recently debuted an in-house art gallery that is piquing the interest of gastronomes and art enthusiasts alike. The new addition boasts two original Pablo Picasso ceramics (Nature Morte à la Cuillère and Poisson Chiné), a coveted limited-edition 100-year-old Louis XIII Rare Cask 42,6, and a selection of …
As Canada’s largest annual fundraiser in support of HIV and AIDS, CANFAR’s Bloor Street Entertains brought together prominent philanthropic individuals that included 2015 event chairs Sylvia Mantella, chief marketing officer of Mantella Corporation, and Cineplex Media president Salah Bachir. The event saw Toronto’s Mink Mile come alive as Bloor-Yorkville galleries and boutiques transformed into lavish …
Dolce Magazine gets the scoop on interior design for 2016 with the author of The Tailored Interior. Q: Where does your highest inspiration come from? A: Experiencing different cultures and varying landscapes are a constant form of inspiration. It is even moments such as walking down the street and observing varying patterns on pavements and …
