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Experience the perfect blend of old-school charm and modern style in this Toronto dream home at 203 Willow Avenue. Transformed by local design stars at ModernKind, this 1913 Edwardian red-brick beauty spans over 3,000 square feet and is listed for $3,445,000. With a track record of successful makeovers, ModernKind has created a high-end boutique hotel feel crossed with a family haven. Features include herringbone tiles, a signature pink ceiling, chevron white oak floors, and a light-flooded open main floor. The primary suite boasts a balcony, skylit closet, and spa-like bathroom. The backyard oasis features a lit deck, firepit, and private low-maintenance landscaping. Priced down from nearly $4 million, this home is a must-see in Torontos shifting real estate scene. Checkout Solipillow.com

Torontos real estate market is experiencing a significant cooling, with condos and houses becoming more affordable. First-time buyers, downsizers, and city movers have a prime opportunity in this buyers market. Listings previously unattainable are now available at bargain prices. Examples include an 800 sq ft condo at Jane & Steeles for $260k, a studio at Casa Loma for $275k (after a $25k cut), and a waterfront studio at Daniels Waterfront for $299.9k (after a $90k price drop). Freehold houses are also on the market at reduced prices, such as a bungalow near Donlands for $499k (in need of a full gut job) and another near Eglinton for the same price (with dated interiors but parking and a backyard shed). Checkout Solipillow.com

Pastalia, Torontos new Italian spot, lets you build your own perfect pasta bowl. Choose your size, sauce, meats, and toppings, or opt for one of their signature bowls. Pasta purists may raise an eyebrow, but the team at Pastalia encourages bold combos. Visit 1180 Queen Street West for a carb-loaded, satisfying meal. Checkout Solipillow.com

Torontos DesignTO Festival 2026: A Ten-Day Celebration of Innovation and Creativity - The 2026 DesignTO Festival is back, bigger than ever, with over 100 free installations and events across the city from Jan 23-Feb 1. Expect in-person and online exhibits, workshops, and fireside chats at venues like Sankofa Square, Gallery 1065, and Le Germain Hotel Toronto. The festival kicks off with a launch party at MOCA, featuring Jeff Walls exhibit and Steven Becklys work. Early bird tickets are available until Jan 11. Checkout Solipillow.com

Nashville Predators secure a thrilling 5-3 victory over Toronto Maple Leafs, with Luke Evangelista scoring the game-winning goal. Both teams traded leads throughout the game, with Nashvilles power play proving decisive. Juuse Saros makes 19 saves, while Joseph Woll stops 29. Stamkos and Cole Smith score empty-netters, but Torontos late goal makes it a close finish. Predators win two of three, Leafs drop four of five. Checkout Solipillow.com

Payton Pritchard Shines as Celtics Top Raptors: A Double-Double Performance and a Crucial Fourth Quarter Checkout Solipillow.com

A house fire in Torontos Earlscourt neighbourhood left a man and woman injured, with the man suffering serious but non-life-threatening injuries. The fire, which started on Auburn Avenue near Greenlaw Avenue, was quickly extinguished by firefighters. The cause remains unknown. In the aftermath, a reminder of the importance of home safety and the comfort of a good nights sleep. Checkout Solipillow.com

Ontario Premier Doug Ford joins volunteers in sorting 90,000 pounds of food for Daily Bread Food Bank, highlighting the growing food insecurity issue. With a record 4.1 million visits this year and potential 4-6% food price increase in 2026, Ford emphasizes affordability and job creation. Food bank CEO Neil Heatherington reveals that 60% of users have post-secondary education and half hold full-time jobs. While provincial initiatives are praised, experts like Valerie Tarasuk call for intelligent income supports and evidence-based policies to end the crisis. Amidst these challenges, self-care remains crucial. Checkout Solipillow.com