What I Know About You – a tale of queer love that traverses Cairo’s grand boulevards and hidden alleys, to Montreal’s grim winter streets

posted Tuesday, September 24, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

What I Know About You is a heartbreaking tale of a family and an impossible love, torn apart by secrets and traditions in late-twentieth century Cairo. In a tight-knit Levantine Christian family in 1960s Cairo, Tarek’s entire life is written in advance. He’ll be a doctor like his father, marry, and have children. Under the […]

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Down at Max’s – stories about the legendary NYC nightclub, Max’s Kansas City, as told by music curator, Peter Crowley

posted Monday, September 23, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

Peter Crowley, the music curator of Max’s Kansas City, tells it like it is in his first volume of stories.  A teenage runaway from Vermont who has seen it all from the West Village in the 1960s to the colour sound of California, and managing and booking bands during the punk explosion of the 1970s. […]

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The White Washed Tombs – private investigator seeks answers when a member of the queer community is murdered in Ghana

posted Monday, September 23, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

The White Washed Tombs tells the story of how vicious hate crimes are rocking the LGBTQ+ community in the capital of Accra, while prejudice and politics threaten to stymie PI Emma Djan’s investigation. Marcelo Tetteh, a twenty-seven-year-old LGBTQ+ activist, is butchered one night after being lured on a dating app to a deserted building site. […]

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Pizza Nova introduces Cup & Char Pepperoni and Doppio Pepperoni Signature Pizza for National Pepperoni Pizza Day

posted Friday, September 20, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Hospitality (Food & Beverage)

Who doesn’t love pizza? In honour of  National Pepperoni Pizza Day (yes there’s a day for that), Pizza Nova announces the launch of two new menu items, Cup & Char Pepperoni, and Doppio Pepperoni Signature classic. The Cup & Char Pepperoni crisp up as they bake, curling into cups that provide a distinctive crunch. Pizza […]

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Trio Nutrition products provide pure, effective, natural Ingredients that fuel your health journey

posted Wednesday, September 18, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Health & Beauty

As fall (cold/flu) season nears, many people struggle to get the proper daily nutrients in their diets naturally, so it may be time to add supplements when deficiencies may occur due to following: Dietary Restrictions; Aging; Poor Eating Habits; Strenuous Mental Demands; Excessive Physical Exertion; or Consumption of Certain Medications Trio Nutrition  helps replenish optimal levels […]

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Frenchy Bar et Brasserie serves up authentic French cuisine and curated cocktails, with live music, DJ’s and Happy Hour

posted Tuesday, September 17, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Hospitality (Food & Beverage)

Get ready to experience a taste of Parisian flair in the heart of Toronto. Frenchy, an elevated yet approachable bar and brasserie, is conveniently located in the downtown core inside the main lobby level of the recently renovated Hilton Toronto. Designed to be the heartbeat of the property, Frenchy’s relaxed yet refined ambience is the […]

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Never Understood: The Jesus and Mary Chain

posted Tuesday, September 17, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

William and Jim Reid, brothers and founding members of The Jesus and Mary Chain—a band that bridged the gap between the punk explosion and the emergence of grunge and Britpop—chronicle the chaos, confusion, and stories behind their music. For five years after they’d swapped sought-after apprenticeships for life on the dole, brothers William and Jim […]

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Air Canada relaunches non-stop Vancouver-Bangkok flights starting October 2024

posted Friday, September 6, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Travel

Thailand has been in the news recently for it’s parliamentary passing of marriage equality, the only country in South-East Asia, and third in Asia (after Taiwan and Nepal). As well, it’s the film location for the upcoming third season of The White Lotus, so there’s no better time to book flights for your next exotic vacation […]

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Sorry Looking for NOW LOL is a collection of political and personal essays from a gay man who has seen it all

posted Thursday, September 5, 2024

by: Bryen Dunn in Books

Author David Roddis is the founder of slowpainful.com, where since 2014, he has offered unabashedly progressive, outrageously funny political commentary and personal reflections. Culled from his blog, A Slow, Painful Death Would Be Too Good for You, was his first collection of personal essays. Now’s he’s back with his second collection, Sorry Looking for NOW LOL, […]

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Pride Journey: Panama City, Panama

posted Thursday, September 5, 2024

by: Joey Amato in Pride Journey

Panama City, the vibrant capital of Panama, is a city where history meets modernity, and nature intertwines with urban life. This bustling metropolis offers an array of experiences, from exploring historic districts to marveling at engineering marvels and savoring world-renowned coffee. Among its many attractions, Casco Antiguo, the Bio Museo, the Panama Canal, and Geisha […]

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