I can’t believe it took me over one year to have a proper meal at Osteria dei Ganzi, a restaurant on Jarvis Street, near the National Ballet School. The last time I went there was for its media launch in June of 2013, where we had the chance to taste several of their offerings, including […]
Adela Mei, run by Stacy Leung and Sasha Moyer, is a California-based, online boutique with a very special focus – petite women under 5’4″. While their pieces are, for the most part, NOT petite-exclusive (as in the clothes are not petite sized), the aim for Adela Mei is to be a one stop (or rather, […]
DelectablyChic!’s T. U. Dawood speaks to entertaining expert Nicole Sassaman who shares tips for brides and bridesmaids. What suggestions do you have for brides? Create a wedding that speaks uniquely to you. Take the time to find someone who can create one of kind designs from your invitation to the table settings and so forth. Every detail matters, […]
Colette Grand Café, a French-inspired cafe and restaurant at the Thompson Hotel (550 Wellington Street West), held a media preview the day before its grand opening. Located at the former home of Scarpetta, this restaurant offers both a grab-and-go bakery and a sit-down restaurant. At the media event, attendees were given the opportunity to taste […]
The Roland Mouret for Banana Republic collection launches later this week! The vast majority of the pieces (all dresses, skirts and pants) are in the Sloan cut, Banana Republic’s sleek, body-hugging skirts, dresses and pants, all extremely comfortable, yet professional looking. Some of DelectablyChic!‘s favourites include: 1. Sloan Long-Sleeve Colorblock Dress in Multi: We like […]
DelectablyChic!’s T. U. Dawood speaks to Rimmel London’s Canadian makeup artist Vanessa Jarman who shares tips for brides and bridesmaids. Vanessa Jarman What suggestions do you have for brides? Hire a professional. Single false lashes and a voluminous Rimmel Mascara is a must! Carry your lipstick and blot/face powder in your bridal clutch for touchups and celebrate your […]
Last year, we profiled an online, petite-focused store called Gambita, which sold clothing that was suited for women 5’4″ and below. The clothes on Gambita were from other brands which made shorter inseams and hemlines. One year later, Gambita has rebranded. It is now called Carolina Alvo (after the designer herself), and launches with its […]
This Margaret Wente article from the Globe and Mail had me thinking. In a city full of wonderful and interesting foods, is it time to go back to the basics? This means boring old meatloaf with tomato sauce, plain mashed potatoes if you’re Anglo, stir-fry beef and gai lan if you’re Chinese or whatever dishes […]
DelectablyChic! is excited to present its Fifth (including one series under Prospere Magazine) Annual Summer Bridal feature, our four part series on Wedding Prep, Gifts, The Wedding Day, as well as Best Honeymoon Hotels & Tips. We end with Best Honeymoon Hotels & Tips. Conrad Dubai Room at the Conrad Dubai For a truly luxurious honeymoon, we have […]
I just came across the news this morning (after clicking on an email from J.Crew regarding new styles). J.Crew has NOT sold petite length denim or sweaters in at least five years. The jeans are available only in the Reid line and have a 30″ inseam. Sizes are the standard 24-30 and come in six […]
