Christmas in the Neighbourhood
Christmas in the neighbourhood
The holidays can be a very stressful time of year. What should be a time of relaxation and reflection can turn into a time of frustration and indignation. One way to combat these holiday blahs is to enjoy the simpler things this holiday season can offer. We are lucky to live in a city of charming and beautiful neighbourhoods; an evening stroll or a window seat in a city café can be both relaxing and heart warming.
Bloor West Village
Home to the best perogies on the planet, the bakeries in this part of our fair city offer a cornucopia of sweets and savory delights. It is not uncommon to see people carry Styrofoam containers with a sampling of different dishes from every establishment as they stroll down this stretch of Bloor Street.
Yorkville
Window shopping may not be as rewarding as the real thing, but it is always fun to look at the holiday decorations. Plus you don’t have to deal with long line-ups or pushy sales people.
The Beaches
While rolling down the boardwalk is summer fun summer fare, try taking a walk in the crisp winter air. On a clear night you can grab a warm blanket and sit on the sand…make sure you’ve got a hot bevy in hand.
The West Kingsway
Take a stroll down Bloor Street West, enjoy some of the numerous small shops and local merchants along the way. Pick up a snack in one of the enticing restaurants, or a last minute gift, make a detour and enjoy the holiday lights twinkling on pretty side streets.
Little Italy
Have yourself a slice of panetone (Italian Christmas cake) and an espresso at Bar Italia, then take a stroll on College street. Drop by Balfour books and pick yourself up a used copy of Dickens’ classics.
High Park
Right smack dab in the city, our little piece of nature is usually enjoyed in the summer and fall for the foliage. But the snow turns this treasure into a winter wonderland. Put on your boots and enjoy a nice hike…or slap on some ice skates and away you go.
The Holidays need not be expensive or stressful; hopefully our little list will give you some ideas to get yourself back into the spirit of the season.
Happy Holidays from the Network Lofts blog crew.
The holidays can be a very stressful time of year. What should be a time of relaxation and reflection can turn into a time of frustration and indignation. One way to combat these holiday blahs is to enjoy the simpler things this holiday season can offer. We are lucky to live in a city of charming and beautiful neighbourhoods; an evening stroll or a window seat in a city café can be both relaxing and heart warming.
Bloor West Village
Home to the best perogies on the planet, the bakeries in this part of our fair city offer a cornucopia of sweets and savory delights. It is not uncommon to see people carry Styrofoam containers with a sampling of different dishes from every establishment as they stroll down this stretch of Bloor Street.
Yorkville
Window shopping may not be as rewarding as the real thing, but it is always fun to look at the holiday decorations. Plus you don’t have to deal with long line-ups or pushy sales people.
The Beaches
While rolling down the boardwalk is summer fun summer fare, try taking a walk in the crisp winter air. On a clear night you can grab a warm blanket and sit on the sand…make sure you’ve got a hot bevy in hand.
The West Kingsway
Take a stroll down Bloor Street West, enjoy some of the numerous small shops and local merchants along the way. Pick up a snack in one of the enticing restaurants, or a last minute gift, make a detour and enjoy the holiday lights twinkling on pretty side streets.
Little Italy
Have yourself a slice of panetone (Italian Christmas cake) and an espresso at Bar Italia, then take a stroll on College street. Drop by Balfour books and pick yourself up a used copy of Dickens’ classics.
High Park
Right smack dab in the city, our little piece of nature is usually enjoyed in the summer and fall for the foliage. But the snow turns this treasure into a winter wonderland. Put on your boots and enjoy a nice hike…or slap on some ice skates and away you go.
The Holidays need not be expensive or stressful; hopefully our little list will give you some ideas to get yourself back into the spirit of the season.
Happy Holidays from the Network Lofts blog crew.
posted by Network Lofts Blog at 10:35 AM
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