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#91 Mastermind Toys

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In today’s age of video games and touchpads it’s nice to know that a store like Mastermind Toys aims to expand a child’s knowledge through their own imagination and curiosity.

Mastermind Toys, located at 4242 Dundas Street West in Etobicoke, carries a wide range of toys, games, and books for kids of all ages. In fact, walking through the store I can’t help but notice games and toys that I enjoyed as a child. While video games of just last year grow stale I know for a fact that my nieces and nephews always love to play a game of Snake and Ladders. Mastermind Toys searches the globe for the newest innovative toys and games that will entertain and challenge kids.

Mastermind Toys has it all. Science kits, board games, remote control toys, Thomas the Tank Engine, Lego, toys for outdoors, dress up, construction toys, the list just goes on and on. Educational and fun, there’s stuff for newborns right up to kids entering their teen years. Mind you I have no doubt that if you’re an adult you’d probably find lots of interesting stuff for yourself as well.

Another great thing that Mastermind Toys offers is complimentary gift wrapping, year round! A few stores offer complimentary gift wrap during the Christmas season but to offer it no matter what the season, Mastermind Toys helps those parents on the go.

If you’re searching for a gift for your young one why not try something different? Instead of action figures or video games get them something from Mastermind Toys that will not only entertain them, but maybe just teach them something along the way.


WHERE: 4242 Dundas Street West, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1X3, 416-239-1600
WHEN: Mon-Wed 9:30am – 6:00pm, Thurs 9:30am – 8:00pm, Fri 9:30am – 9:00pm, Sat 9:30am – 6:00pm, Sun 11:00am – 5:00pm
WEBSITE: www.mastermindtoys.com



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#90 Spoon and Fork Etobicoke

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Spoon and ForkDespite the yummy sound of “all-you-can-eat” sushi, the fact of the matter is that most of these types of restaurants serve sloppy and hastily put together rolls and sashimi. By calling it “all-you-can-taste” Spoon and Fork has already raised the classiness level a couple of notches.

Spoon and Fork Etobicoke, located at 1233 The Queensway (just east of Islington), is an upscale restaurant that serves “all-you-can-taste” Japanese and Thai cuisine. Note that when I use the word upscale I’m not equating the place to some snooty, expensive restaurant. The first thing you’ll notice is that the place is busy. If you don’t have reservations expect to be waiting 30 to 45 minutes for a table. It’s not the end of the world if you do have to wait however, as you can grab a seat at the bar and chat up the bartender, or more importantly, your date.

When it comes to food Spoon and Fork is no slouch. You can order from the regular menu but honestly, where’s the fun in that. The tasting menu, at a mere $28 per person, is where the fun is at. It’s from here that you can select from a variety of options. From tasty apps such as saute chicken skewers and mango salad, to traditional Japanese fare such as sashimi and California rolls, to Thai mains such as Pad Thai and cashew chicken. The great thing is that all these portions are built to share. I’m not doing the menu justice as you really have to see it for yourself. Obviously don’t overorder too much as any leftover food will be charged to you but trust me, this won’t be a problem as everything we had was fantastic and we finished every last bite.

So if you have a group of friends and you can’t really decide on what you’d like to eat, check out Spoon and Fork Etobicoke. There’s something for everyone and you’ll have fun sharing your food. Afterall, sharing is caring.



WHERE: 1233 The Queensway, Unit 24, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1S1, 416-201-8688
WHEN: Lunch: Mon-Sun 11:30am – 3:00pm, Dinner: Sun-Thurs 4:30pm – 10:00pm, Fri-Sat 4:30pm – 11:00pm
WEBSITE: www.spoonandfork.ca



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#89 Mimico Minor Lacrosse Club

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Mimico Minor LacrosseIf you were to mix in equal parts ice hockey and basketball you’ll most likely come up with Lacrosse. That may be an over simplification of it and may not entirely be accurate but I can guarantee you this much, the energy required to play the sport is substantial. Just ask current players at the Mimico Lacrosse Club.

The Mimico Lacross Club was founded way back in 1890 and is one of the oldest Lacrosse clubs in Canada. Mimico Minor Lacrosse has experienced an increase in interest year after year since the early 1990s with the proliferation of professional lacrosse leagues. Those kids who find soccer a bit too tame or ice hockey to restrictive in terms of finding practice ice seem to gravitate toward lacrosse. And why wouldn’t they? Lacrosse has the coolest equipment of any sport. Just watch them as try out new ways to pass the ball around.

The Mimico Minor Lacrosse club has leagues for every age group (boys up to 17 and girls up to 19). With houseleage and “rep” leagues available no child will be left wondering if they’re good enough to play. Games are played out of two arenas that are extremely close to each other which makes planning driving schedules very convenient (Mimico Arena and Long Branch Arena).

If you’re looking for a fun sport league that your son or daughter can play in consider the Mimico Minor Lacrosse Club.


WHERE: Mimico Arena – 31 Drummond St. Etobicoke, ON M8V 2V7
Longbranch Arena – 75 Arcadian Circle Etobicoke, ON M8W 2Y4
WHEN: Registration takes place at Mimico Arena for the 2012 season: Jan 17 7pm-9pm, Jan 18 7pm-9pm, and Jan 21 9:30am-12pm. Visit the Mimico Lacrosse Club website below for more info.
WEBSITE: www.mimicolacrosse.com



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#88 Caffé Demetre

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Belgian WaffleAs is the case every January, people are beginning their new years resolutions and without a doubt some of them are to “skip dessert”. If this is truly the case however, then why is Caffé Demetre in Etobicoke so busy?

Caffé Demetre, located at 2962 Bloor Street West in the Kingsway, is busy because they do one thing and do it well. Desserts! With their huge selection of home-made ice cream (called “iced cream” at Café Demetre, harking back to its roots) it’s hard to resist choosing a dessert that doesn’t include a baseball sized scoop of the good stuff, especially inside a crepe. Let’s not forget the freshly baked Belgian waffles, banana splits, pies, cheesecakes, accompanied with a cappuccino, latte, or hot cocoa. The list goes on!

Our personal strategy has always been to stop by Caffé Demetre after dinner elsewhere. It especially makes sense when doing dinner elsewhere in the Kingsway and then to walk over for REAL dessert. Treating the kids after they’ve done chores is a nice pastime for some families. Stopping by after a movie or on a date makes a lot of sense too.

Caffé Demetre in Etobicoke is the perfect place to treat yourself and others to delicious, mouth-watering desserts.


WHERE: 2962 Bloor Street West Etobicoke, ON M8X 1B7, 416-234-2233
WHEN: Mon-Thurs 2pm – 11:30pm, Fri-Sat 2pm – 1:30am, Sun 2pm – 11:30pm. Please visit the Caffé Demetre website for updated hours.
WEBSITE: www.waycoolcafe.com



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