http://blog.mukodu.com Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:16:00 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en There's a really cool new site called 'Search for Haiti.org'. What's great about it is that every time you search using this site all the proceeds go to Haiti. The site is powered by my favourite search engine, Google, so you don't have to compromise on quality of results either. I ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/03/05/effortless-way-to-help-haiti-2/ I stopped by Jimmy's Coffee the other day and was pleasantly surprised. The coffee was very good, and being situated in an old house, the atmosphere is relaxed and cozy. Jimmy's roasts beans locally in Concord, Ontario, at Classic Roastery. It's a nice place to meet a friend ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/02/20/jimmys-coffee/ Dough is a great new bakery on the Danforth. They make fantastic bread on the premises. I tried the challah and croissants last time I was there and found both to be delicious. Dough is run by a neighbourhood veteran and baker who says she always knew the area needed ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/02/06/fresh-bread-2/ The Junction is really hitting it's stride in terms of having everything from essentials to inspiration within walking distance. Most recently a Scandinavian design store has moved into the hood. Mjolk, is the name of the store, means milk in Swedish. It is located on Dundas Street west of Keele and ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/01/21/design-hits-the-junction/ Le Petit Dejeuner is a cute and cozy little neighbourhood diner. If you are near King and Jarvis then drop by and check it out. During the weekend brunch crush you will likely spot it by the lineup. A better choice is to visit off-peak. http://blog.mukodu.com/2010/01/15/a-diner-worth-mentioning-2/ The Green Grind opened on College Street at Manning recently. It is a much needed addition to the hood. They serve up lovely organic and fair trade lattes as well as other coffee drinks and treats. The space is very bright and open with nice colourful vintage ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2009/12/23/green-coffee-in-little-italy-2/ Littlefish bakery and cafe is a cute new addition to the Junction. They serve a tasty breakfast 'till at least 4pm, every day except Mondays. The space is cozy and bright. What could be better on a cold winter morning or a chilly afternoon? http://blog.mukodu.com/2009/12/14/new-brunch-and-lunch-spot-in-the-junction/ Three Speed is a great little bar on Bloor Street west of Dufferin. Nice atmosphere and tasty pub food make this an attractive option to meet friends for a pint. It's owned by the same folks who started Communist's Daughter, which explains the cozy, raw urban feel. The bar ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2009/12/07/this-is-about-my-speed/ Such philosophical street art ... makes you stop and think about what this person is getting at. I can think of several interpretations. If I were to choose one, I would say: Be so passionate about what you choose to do that you can't hear the people across the way saying it's ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2009/11/29/if-not-2/ La Merceria is a delightful cafe and housewares shop. Its elegance and coziness is like no other. I had a fantastic lunch on my visit the other day: black bean soup, a veggie and cheese pastry, and an americano to finish it off. They carry only the most beautiful housewares ... http://blog.mukodu.com/2009/11/19/la-merceria-2/