World-renowned Italian restaurant is a game-changer to the local scene. Interview By Victoria Scott Very rarely in recent memory has the opening of a new restaurant in a major city caused the same sense of buzz and anticipation as Don Alfonso 1890, which is bringing its Michelin-starred reputation to downtown Toronto. And even more rarely …
Design shaped by intelligence, freedom and emotion is attainable through the collaborative interior design creations of L’Avventura & Associates. In the world of art and interior design, few people have left a more indelible impression in some of the world’s most exotic locales than Chinese designer James Lee. Lee is the founder of L’Avventura & …
The CEO of Bell Media, Randy Lennox, has taken Bell to the next level by combining traditional and digital media. If you’ve ever been to an awards dinner, you’ve probably had to sit through at least one of them: those tribute videos to introduce an honouree’s lifelong achievements. Often, these are staid affairs, life summaries …
Peter Marco’s humble beginnings, hard work and positivity have made this luxury jewellery store the real gem on Rodeo Drive. There are few success stories quite like Peter Marco’s. Known as the pre-eminent jeweller of Beverly Hills, Marco began life in the projects of New York City, coping with challenging circumstances along with his mother …
For the second time, famed automobile collector John Staluppi is selling most of his automobile collection so he can start all over again. Among all collectors of rare objects, whether they collect vintage wines, hand-crafted watches or fine crystals, the common characteristic is unwavering passion. Philanthropist and entrepreneur John Staluppi, owner of one of the …
The beautiful game’s beautiful man, legendary Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, has cemented his legacy. At the height of his career, Ronaldo has achieved famed one-name status and has no desire to slow down. files from Richard Aldhous In the history of modern world sport, there have been very few “one-name” stars. It’s rarefied air to …
From go-kart to race car, Nicholas Latifi’s metoric rise in motorsports comes from a life- long desire to be first place. Interview By Sarah Kanbar If life can sometimes feel like it’s going by in a flash, imagine what it must look like from the perspective of race-car driver Nicholas Latifi of Toronto, zipping down …
Famed adventurer Alex Bellini embarks on his greatest challenge yet, a two-week, 200-kilometre trek across the frozen tundra of Iceland. Interview By Sarah Kanbar Where would we be without the curiosity of the human being? At some point in the human experience, one of our ancestors decided to leave the comfort and familiarity of the …
The city is buzzing with excitement as construction begins on what is slated to become Canada’s tallest building. In the 150-year history of Canada, the country has always punched above its weight when it comes to the design and development of iconic buildings. From Ottawa’s Parliament Hill to the Montreal Forum, to the CN Tower, …
The ambitious simply leave their mark in this world, but the exceptional help others to forge their path to success. That’s exactly what Suzanne Rogers is doing for the next generation of great Canadian fashion designers. The true measure of opportunity is what you do with it. Over the last two decades, Suzanne Rogers has …
