TTC sign

Although they are not as prominent as the signs in say, Paris or New York, the Toronto Transit Commission does advertise its subway stops with a small sign. This is the entrance to Spadina station which is on the University-Spadina side of the yellow line. I frequent this station quite a bit and just happened to be there a few days ago when it was sunny and all the snow had melted. 

If you'd like to see more signs, take a look at Signs, Signs.

Confidential to my Dad: Happy Birthday!!!

Sea of red

I recently attended my first ever NBA basketball game. It was the Raptors vs the Wizards. I had a really good time and did not miss out on any of the action with my seat right behind the basket. They handed out those noisemakers during the second half when my side became the visitors goal. They make such a funny sound, but I'm not really sure the players find them distracting when they're doing their free throws. There's a reason they're pros! 

Happy Valentine's Day, and if you like red, head over to Ruby Tuesday... take 2!

Bike rack

A line of bicycle stands on the University of Toronto campus. If you look closely, you'll see a red knitted glove atop the pole which appears to be giving passersby the finger. Naughty!

Black and white bears

Another piece on display at the Interior Design Show. These bears remind me of those you might see in Berlin. And I think they look even cooler in black and white. 

If you'd like to see more monochrome shots, take a look at the Weekend in Black and White.

University benches

You'll find plenty of places to sit on the University of Toronto campus. Although I didn't see any of the benches in use on this day!

Tulips and lamp

Another look at some of the flowers on display at the Interior Design Show. I love the combination of the bright pink tulips and the green lamp. Very nice mix!

If you'd like to see more flowers, check out the Floral Friday.

Objets d'art

There were some interesting objects at the design show. Here's a look at a babydoll's head in a vice next to a rubber glove mould. I wasn't sure what to think of this stand. What do you think?

Daddy-O

I found this attractive little hole-in-the-wall near the University of Toronto campus which leads me to believe that the place is cute as well as cheap. The next time I'm in the area, I'll have to check it out as it sounds like my kind of cuisine.

If you'd like to see more signs from around the world, take a look at Signs, Signs.

Japanese delights

I recently attended a Japanese cooking demonstration by one of Toronto's top chefs. It was quite interesting and informative and this is a look at the end result of all his hard work. I don't recall what all of these dishes were called, but I can give you an idea of what some of it is: 

The black things in front are little crunchy sardines (they were quite tasty actually!), next was some kind of crab meat wrap, next to that is a chicken meatloaf, the orange is filled with a salad of cucumbers, radishes and jellyfish and garnished with a lotus blossom (also tasty) and the last thing is black cod. I tried everything, even though I typically don't eat chicken and fish and I was surprised at how tasty everything was. My compliments to the chef!

Twisty table

The twisted wood coffee table shown here was featured on the Marilyn Denis show when I was a member of the studio audience. It was really nice to get free tickets to the design show, I probably wouldn't have gone otherwise.

Spider chair

Although this chair looks a little odd, it is surprisingly comfortable. You can adjust the various arms and legs to give you support just where you need it! That said, I still don't think it would fit with my decor. But I like the idea.

Monochrome details

An up-close look at the details of one of the stands at the Interior Design Show. There were so many great photo ops at this show. I promise I'll show you some less abstract shots soon! In the meantime, you can see more monochrome maniacs at the Weekend in Black and White.

Bright blooms

I saw this beautiful bouquet at the Interior Design Show last weekend. I'll show some more shots from the show in the next days. 

If you'd like to see more blossoms from around the world, take a look at Friday Flowers.

Benches in a row

I found these benches in a small plaza in the Yorkville area. I bet you would find some people lounging there in warmer days, but it's a bit cold for outside sitting right now, even if we're having a milder than normal winter so far.

February theme day: Animals

I really hesitated between two shots for today's theme day, but I decided to use this one. The runner-up is a bit abstract, perhaps I'll show it to you later in the week.  Almost anyone that knows me realizes that squirrels are the bane of my gardening existence. But this little guy was just so cute as he posed for me on the University of Toronto campus, that I couldn't help snapping a shot. They're always cute, until they're digging up your garden and eating your tulip bulbs! 

Animals were the choice for this month's CDP theme day. If you'd like to see more, click here. And I've got a bonus pretty kitty for you on my travel blog!