Drake Buzz: An In the know Chronicle
5 Questions with: Fish
Photography and video by Farah J.S. (@far__out), art by James Fisher (@zirco.fish). James Fisher is an artist and The Drake’s art installer extraordinaire. You may catch him at any of our properties working closely with artists to ensure their work is installed perfectly, allowing their work to shine for all the world to see. He’s … Continued
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My Night in 9: Photographer Louisa Nicolaou
Louisa Nicolaou is The Drake’s photographer and one of those all-around top-notch humans. She has been photographing the food, drink, locations, parties, art and all those good things for us for the last two years, making us look real good. Louisa took a trip out to Drake Motor Inn for a relaxing staycation and so … Continued
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ICYMI: The Drake Thanks
We aren’t going to let a global pandemic get us down. Despite 2020 being a total rollercoaster, we at The Drake have a lot to be thankful for. We checked in with some of our staff members to ask them what they’re thankful for and what is inspiring them this season, and the responses warmed … Continued
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The Drake’s Olmeca Hot Chocolate
Lookin’ to get cozy and a little boozy at home? This recipe below is all you need. Or, grab a blanket and your puffer coat and come on down to The Drake Hotel’s patio and we’ll make it for you! 1 oz Olmeca Tequila 0.25 oz Ancho Reyes 1.5 oz Spiced Chocolate Syrup* 3 oz … Continued
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Your Cold Weather County Concierge: Paula Desjardins
Prince Edward County = amazing in the summer, with over 40 wineries, that BEACH at Sandbanks Provincial Park, new shops and breweries opening regularly, and some of the friendliest locals you ever did meet. But have you ever visited the County in the winter? Let us tell you – it is the bomb dot com. … Continued
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Get to know us: Chef Jonas
We want to know you and you to know us. We invite you to get to know us a little better, this time with Drake Commissary’s executive chef, Jonas Grupiljonas. Like most chefs, I was drawn to working in kitchens for its unmatchable lifestyle. I had finished a year of university and I found the … Continued
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Decorating the festive table with Creative Director Joyce Lo
Got your take-out order in for Get Stuffed, and now making the rest of your plans for the occasion? We got you. We checked in with our Creative Director Joyce Lo to get her tips for setting the table so you can cross one more thing off your list. Thanks Joyce! Lay a craft paper … Continued
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5 Questions with: k-os in The Drake Hotel’s Artist Loft
Photography by Louisa Nicolaou Kevin Brereton, or k-os, is a Toronto music legend. Since his first single released back in 1993, he’s been making an impact on both the Canadian and global music scenes ever since. He’s also been a pal of ours at The Drake for a long time: the video for the 2005 … Continued
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