Springtime in the vineyard has a special energy as the vines awaken from their winter slumber and push through new buds.

As a host, it’s easy to get stressed and forget that the goal of entertaining is to bring friends together and enjoy each other’s company. Things don’t always have to be perfect…

I’ve stayed in town for a decadent mid-week pajama party with all the frills and breakfast in bed. It doesn’t get much more wanton than this in Toronto’s swanky Entertainment district.

This year, my team has chosen an all-black look for the holiday dinner. Our table was already black, but you could use a black linen for the base.

Home is a place to sleep, a place to eat or entertain, a place to share and a place to be ourselves.