It is rare that I will call a business a cultural institution, but in this case, a certain business that has footed an important cultural place in the region will be closing it’s doors after 16 years of business. Generation X Video has won numerous awards not only for it’s business but also for its… [Read more…]
November 1, 2010
I had the pleasure of attending a brilliant tasting event at the Hacienda Sarria last Monday. I usually write reviews and critique but I am taking a break from the usual to instead write an announcement. Something interesting is afoot. The Hacienda provided a perfect spot to meet 200 other invited guests for a formidable… [Read more…]
September 14, 2010
Recipe by request. I am usually a chemist in the kitchen, preparing food by science (and a wee bit of intuition). I juggled my brain to remember the proportions for this and used some delicious math to make it a real recipe. This will work, and it is divine. Keep in mind that these lovely… [Read more…]
September 9, 2010
I was walking down Wellington St in Kitchener and came across a sign that bothered me deeply. There have been a few high profile cases about animal abuse lately such as the woman throwing the cat in the garbage, and the woman throwing puppies into a river. These are just a few of many examples… [Read more…]
August 25, 2010
So, we are all familiar with decentralisation of cities whereby big box and large chain stores in malls, outlets and suburbs decimate downtown cores. Downtown Kitchener has been seeing an odd recentrilisation. Kitchener’s core has been revitalised, much to its benefit. The wide sidewalks have made way for an extremely good patio culture. Cafes and… [Read more…]
August 25, 2010
Every now and then I post things from outside of the region when I think they are fabulous and attainable for others. I try to focus my blog on things that most people can do. This one requires a car, a few dollars, and an open palate. If you can see these things fit, include… [Read more…]
August 24, 2010
Downtown Kitchener is about to make a claim to fame. I think it is safe to say that there are more cafes downtown than any other spot in Waterloo Region. There is one on every street corner, and some in between. In figuring out how to evaluate these, I decided to first take on those… [Read more…]
July 26, 2010
Just days ago, the state of Israel razed more houses in the West Bank that belonged to Palestinian families. Their actions are not being stopped but are receiving wider criticism from the international communities with boycotts springing up across the globe, such as the recent boycott of Israeli foods from a food cooperative in Rachel… [Read more…]
June 21, 2010
This play was updated in the most stunning way. For those of you who don’t know it, it is about the demise of a relationship between a pregnant teenager and her equally young boyfriend. It is the process of conflict – the action leads us through their discussion of hopes, dreams, responsibility, and their changing… [Read more…]
June 16, 2010
I had the fortune of attending a brilliant talk by Robert Pacitti from London UK. Pacitti gave the keynote for this year’s Industry Series portion of the Magnetic North Theatre Festival. Pacitti is a performance and live art artist who has a lifetime of experience listed in a long and humourous list during his talk.… [Read more…]
December 28, 2010
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