Hello Darlings,

I am excited to bring you this post by my close friend Noelle about her top 5 favorite restaurants in Toronto. Noelle is a talented writer and a food industry insider, the Operations Manager for the Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance. So far I've tried out Gilead Café & Bistro and Mildred’s Temple Kitchen. Can't wait to try out the other three! Without further ado...

My Fave 5 Restos

Anyone who knows me knows I love all things food. After all, a girl’s gotta eat, right? As the Operations Manager for the Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance, I’m all about supporting local and sustainable food and wine whenever I dine out in the city. By choosing to spend your food dollars on restos that showcase this province’s amazing culinary bounty, you are in turn helping the local economy and Ontario agriculture/viticulture industries. Aside from being locally-inspired, these five places have top-notch cuisine by top-notch chefs.

Hello Darlings,

The other night I was invited to celebrate Fashion Magazine's launch of Calvin Klein's Beauty perfume at the Terrace Room at the Gardiner Museum in Toronto.

In a room of 49 media representatives, I attended a press conference to listen to Sophie Labbé and Senior Manager Global Marketing Stephanie Schwab discuss the concept behind their iconic new scent. Following the press conference, the space was transformed into a gallery-like setting that featured five photographic interpretations of a calla lily. The exhibit served as a backdrop to a fabulous soirée that was attended by 175 guests.

The event was fabulous! The company of Chantelle from Bellechantelle and Helene made the night!

Hello Darlings,

Toronto International Film Festival is well underway and downtown is swarmed with celebs, paparazzi, fans, and celebrity stalkers :P Despite being annoyed by the occasional hassle, like most people I enjoy the lively atmosphere and the fun events during the Film Festival. On tonight's WithLoveGabrielle agenda was Stella Artois Film Screening at The Drake Hotel to celebrate the opening of TIFF. Thank you Noor!

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I had the pleasure of spending the day with one of my besties, Anna.... :)

Hello Darlings,

Among all things fun happening in my life, I just celebrated my 22nd birthday in the company of friends and family this past weekend. It was a perfect way to wrap up a wonderful summer and spend much needed quality time with my loved ones.

I can't thank enough everyone for making my birthday so special. Thank you :)