Ev's Stagette

Martha Stewart herself planned her Stagette so everything was perfect, just the way she likes it. She hired a Blackjack Dealer complete with table, chairs, chips and cards to teach us the tricks of the trade. Diana played a "How well do you know your other half? game" which got the drinks rolling.  The night ended with a dance marathon at Pravda where Ev rock-n-rolled until the wee hours of the morning.

Diana's Marathon Birthday

This week has been all about Diana since it's her Birthday week!  The week started off with a last minute dinner at our place where Norm had a chance to showcase his chicken curry. Tuesday night Diana had her WND Favourites on her rooftop patio where she served all of her favourites from Salad King and her favourite pastry from Kensington Market.  Festivities continued on Wednesday at Saadia & Raju's where they had an amazing spread: mini burgers, chicken crepes, chicken wings, portabello mushrooms, pasta salad and a bean salad.  Di is a big fan of games so Saadia gave us each some construction paper and markers where we had to write and draw an illustration of our 'favourite thing' about Diana.  Later we had a chance to sneak upstairs to try out the WiiFit.  As it turns out, my Wii age is 24! That's right...24! Must be the Yoga. The girls were a little upset because I lied and told the Wii I was 30 (instead of 32, my real age) but regardless, I doubt that would have made a difference to my Wii age.  The wonderful night ended with sparklers as we sang Happy Birthday to our dear Princess Diana.  My favourite thing about Diana is her birthday...can't wait until next year!

Go home Yankees!

Even without Rios we were able to beat up on the Yankees but then again, we had the Wild Child AJ Burnett who was solid and almost pitched a complete game.  It was a hot game (literally - Ev and I were burning up under the hot sun) but by the time the 7th inning stretch came along, the sun had given us a little break.  According to Norm, this was a perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon.  I'll have to cheers to that!

A day with California bound

Breakfast at Richtree, gelato at Solferino's, fish & chips at the market, butter tarts at the north market and shopping at Eaton Centre.  I know, my blogs are always centered around food but when you live where we live, how can it not?  We're surrounded by good food!  Had we walked down to the Harbourfront there would have been Peruvian, Indian and Jamaican just to name a few!  While the girls went to the Eaton Centre, the boys snuck away and got their feet massaged. I'm sure Eric will be revisiting this place everytime he comes off the plane but next time, I want in.   

Globe Bistro - Summerlicious

Trae's pick for summerlicious this year was a restaurant on the Danforth called Globe Bistro. Don't judge it from the outside because the inside is beautiful and spacious. It has three levels with a private dining room and a beautiful urban rooftop patio. Dinner was good but portions were small.  Tim paid $15 extra for a 15 oz ribeye, potato fries and salad. Norm's highlight of the night was the roasted pork belly.  My highlight was picking food off Tim's cutting board of a plate without him knowing.  Pig!

Summerlicious at Bistro 990

Summerlicious turned out to be a girls only outing - which I always enjoy.  Topics of conversation are always more interesting (not that anyone filters when Norm is around).  The evening started off with manicures and pedicures to start.  I was not lucky enough to join in this luxury but I did make it just in time to have my share of the 'good bread'.  Unlike other fancy restaurants, Bistro 990 had decent sized portions.  It was a lovely evening with foie gras spring rolls, rib eye steak and pavlova.  We ended the night with doggie bags...and some even scored some extra bread!

Let's go Blue Jays!

Chicken wings, beer and a baseball game... what better way to spend a Tuesday night.  The Jays are in a slump these days but we were optimistic.  In the 6th inning we were down 6-2 but with the bases loaded and Rios at bat...you just had a feeling that something great was just about to happen.  Turns out we tied it in the 7th inning and won the game in the 9th.  What a perfect way to end the night!  Go Jays Go!

Gone Fishing

There's something I like about fishing.  Maybe it's the adventure of experiencing different fishing sites and finding the perfect spot.  I also like to wake up early and head to the market to pick up items for our picnic lunch.  These days we are in love with fresh bread, fresh pastries and of course, cheese!  We had a few passengers with us - Princess Seyla, Kahlua and of course the princess herself, Diana.   The day was perfect - and we even had a chance to go to the big Apple.  

Happy Anniversary to us

The book says the traditional 6th year anniversary present is candy or iron.  I didn't have a chance to buy Norm candy but we raided Rocky Mountain at Niagara-on-the-lake and came out with chocolate covered pretzels, pralines and a caramel apple.  Close enough.  I also bought him a cast iron pan (although someone suggested to get him 'iron pills') which he is thoroughly enjoying.  You can't go wrong with a man who likes to cook.  And what did he get me, you ask?  Well, it came in a little blue box (which was good enough for me) but inside was a beautiful silver bracelet to add to my growing collection.  Our anniversary this year was spent at Niagara on the lake, Niagara Falls and we even managed to go to Rochester, NY and a pit stop to the Cheesecake Factory in Buffalo.  And who says the high gas prices will have an affect on our driving this summer?  Although we love our city, it's always nice to get away.  We love to just pick up and go.