By Cecelia Feor Camping is perhaps one of the most polarizing activities of summer. The mere mention of the word can conjure memories of fireside glows and picturesque hikes, or the unmistakable sound of mosquitoes coupled with a twinge in your back from that time you didn’t bring an …
We’re so excited to share the Summer issue of West of the City. Be wowed by gorgeous Muskoka cottages and boathouses, inspired by pretty summer fashions, and enjoy fascinating profiles of artists and connoisseurs in this latest issue. Summer is here, and West of the City wants to help you …
The digital May June 2021 issue of West of the City is LIVE! We hope you are inspired and entertained by this spring issue. Please feel free to email me, the editor, to offer your feedback on this latest issue. I dedicate every issue to you, my readers, to ensure …
When stepping into Duran Place for Kids, expect to be greeted by the sound of children laughing and music playing in a beautiful bright space awash in natural sunlight. The three-storey building in downtown Oakville is a vision come to life for husband and wife team, Tina De Crisci and …
Skincare in Winter When the temperatures dip below zero, the battle against drying skin seems all but inevitable. West reached out to Cynthia Webb, owner of Boutique Medical Aesthetic in downtown Oakville, to discuss how to best care for aging skin all seasons of the year. A Registered Nurse …
By Danielle Leonard Photography by Graham Paine A steaming bowl of soup elicits, above all, comfort. Perhaps it’s related to the way we consume it, one slow sip at a time. It’s impossible to rush when eating a soup, after all. Balancing the broth-filled spoon from bowl to mouth takes …
It’s easy to be swept away to a different place when you walk into Rivercroft in Milton, Ontario. Set on an expansive property breathtakingly surrounded by nature, is a 200-year-old refurbished barn that has been transformed into a home décor store and studio. This is a far cry from your …
West of the City’s Fall 2020 issue hits the streets on September 10! This issue is filled inspiration for autumn living: Creating a haven at home with your next renovation Two stunning homes with unique views Gorgeous fall sweater wraps Hearty and healthy breakfasts California Cabernet Brian Gluckstein’s COVID-era design …
By Jenna Mohammed Earth Day is April 22, and this year marks its 50th anniversary. Climate action – the 2020 theme – represents the biggest challenge ever to the future of humanity and the life-support systems that make our world habitable. Such a daunting issue has many asking, what can …
Not everyone has time for a week-long getaway and, frankly, if your travel plans include catering to teen kids, shorter sometimes is better. As a skiing family with three teen boys, local ski resorts have been our go-to for years; quick getaways that promise quality family time, intense activity and, …