Friday, October 10, 2014

52 weekly walks in Toronto: Weekend of November 8-9, 2014

CARDIO WALKS (Nov. 8-9)

Upper Beaches Steep Hill Stroll
Stroll #24 in Toronto Urban Strolls 2
Why? There are plenty of stairs amidst the trees in the majestic ravine of Glen Stewart, set between Kingston and Queen.


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52 weekly walks in Toronto: Weekend of November 1-2, 2014

CARDIO WALKS (Nov. 1-2)

Don Valley Evergreen Brick Works Stroll
Stroll #12 in Toronto Urban Strolls 1
Why? This walk goes up the cliff and down the trails. Hot chocolate awaits. (A cool way to access it is through Chorley Park.)


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52 weekly walks in Toronto: Weekend of October 25-26, 2014

FALL COLOURS WALKS (Oct. 25-26)

Riverdale Sunset Stroll
Stroll #22 in Toronto Urban Strolls 1
Why? How about a funky café flanked by an outdoor patio with a view over Riverdale East Park... They supply the blankets. 


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52 weekly walks in Toronto: Weekend of October 18-19, 2014

FALL COLOURS WALKS (Oct. 18-19) 

High Park Fitness Stroll
Stroll #23 in Toronto Urban Strolls 2 
Why? See High Park differently, by exploring the neighbourhood and parks west of Grenadier Pond.


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52 weekly walks in Toronto: Weekend of October 11-12, 2014

FALL COLOURS WALKS (Oct. 11-12) 

Rosedale Valley Fall Colours Stroll
Stroll #11 in Toronto Urban Strolls 2
Why? The secluded urban ravine is lined with very tall mature trees at their best in the fall. (You can access it off Wellesley Park.)


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52 weekly walks in Toronto: Weekend of October 4-5, 2014 Beltline Trail

FALL COLOURS WALKS (Oct. 4-5) 

Beltline Backyards Stroll
Stroll #10 in Toronto Urban Strolls 1
Why? Long walks lead to long conversations. This path is set along what used to be a private railway track passing by residential backyards. (Access it by Mount Pleasant Cemetery.) (New photos taken on October 12, 2014 follow)


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Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Carens Wine and Cheese Bar in the fall!


I love fall. I love patios. Therefore, I LOVE patio heaters.

Last time I was at Carens Wine and Cheese Bar in Yorkville, we had a wonderful evening at the backyard patio. Already pretty in day time, this has to be the loveliest patio in town, with all the lanterns throwing their glow on the wooden walls. 

We shared everything, to try more items from their tasty menu.
One thing we did not try (because it was way to hot in early August) is one of the fondues I saw on their menu. But we promised ourselves we would return in the fall. 



I can't imagine a more whimsical fall outing. They provide soft blankets and they have installed patio heaters. They do cheese fondues and chocolate fondues! Add to this the best spicy Mac and Cheese ever and you have enough reasons to try this cosy place with friends in the coming weeks. Put on your best sweaters!







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