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  • A Conversation With Blume

    Bunny & Taran Ghatrora are the founders of Blume, a Canadian self care and period products brand that is building a safe space for young women to "learn, grow and become their badass selves." Bunny & Taran are experts in fundraising and brand building and are recipients of the Forbes 30 Under 30 Award. ​ @blume // @bunny.ghatrora & @taran_smiles Whether for a teen or parents of a teen, what are 5 pieces of advice you’d give to young females as they embark on their journey with puberty? Remember that you're not going through this alone! Everyone has or will go through puberty and what you're experiencing is *normal*!! Keep doing the things that make you feel good, whether this be painting, running, playing sports or riding horses. If you have hobbies you love, keep doing them! Make time for self care! Prioritize it! Keep away from things that don't make you feel good. This could be friends that make you feel bad, social media or other. If it doesn't make you feel good, you don't need it! If you have questions about the changes your body is going through, ask a friend, family member, guardian, teacher, doctor or other adult you feel comfortable speaking to! ​ Many siblings are great friends but you have taken it one step further! What are 5 tips/tricks for running a business with your sibling? Communicate often & clearly. Sometimes it's easy to assume the other person *knows* what you're thinking, and sometimes that is totally the case (one of the benefits of running a biz with a sibling) BUT that's not always the case and can get you into trouble if you lean on short hand communication too often. Prioritize your meetings the same way you would with someone else on your team. Show up on time, be attentive, have an agenda, etc… Set time aside to hang as just siblings! Keep that time separate from work time. Always remember that you're on the same team when it comes the business. You always have each other's backs and you're both rowing in the same direction. Be mindful of the other person's schedule: Running a biz with a sibling can often feel like the two of you do *everything* together, so when/if ever one person has plans or is doing something else, or taking some much needed time off, be sure not to bombard them with work related questions. ​ You have raised some serious money for Blume over the years. What are 5 tips you'd share to someone looking to raise money for their startup? You have to raise money FULL TIME. Tightly pack your meetings into a concentrated period of time and devote all of your energy to this. You ideally will have a co-founder/employee who will keep things running while you're devoting your time to this. Otherwise, this can drag on and diminish your sense of urgency. Ask for a yes or a no! Investors will always say maybe, because they don't want to say no. They want to keep the conversation open and might change their mind. They want to see if someone else invests or something changes. But saying, kindly but firmly, that "I really need a decision from you so I can move on" forces people to make a decision. Create a sense of scarcity. Say up front that you have "X" amount committed (only if you have, of course!) and that there's only this much left in the round. Blume specifically was only looking to raise about 1.5K, and through creating the sense of scarcity, ended up raising more! Be very clear about what impact that money is going to have your business. i.e. "I am doing "X" amount of revenue now, and with this much invested, I'm going to do "Y" amount. It is going to come from these specific channels and my team is going to be this big." Don't just say "I'm going to use the money to grow my business", be hyper-specific! Find a lead investor. People are going to ask you who your lead is, and they want someone to take the lead and start the trend. Tier 1 or Tier 2 investor is best, but also make certain that there's value alignment, that you've checked their references and - if it makes sense for you - ensured that they have follow up capital.​​ What are 5 must-see/try spots when visiting Vancouver? Bike or rollerblade the seawall (a must!) Day trip to Whistler Whytecliff Park or Jericho Beach for a picnic and views! Earnest Ice Cream & Miku Sushi are both amazing Brunch at Jam Cafe! Last but not least, which one of you fits each of the 5 following categories? The Partier - Bunny The Dancer - Both The Clumsy one - Taran The Bookworm - Taran The Foodie. - Both

  • A Conversation With Tristan Banning

    Tristan Banning is a leader in spreading culture. In 2008 he founded Sidewalk Hustle, a music podcast which has since transformed Canada's premier media platform for all things music, fashion, food and art. When he's not overseeing interviews with some of the worlds leading musicians and designers, Tristan is probably cooking up the next stellar fit pic or adding to his more tan impressive collection of rare Supreme accessories. ​ @tristanbanning // @sidewalkhustle From Ziplock bags to Oreos and ping pong paddles, you’re known to be an avid Supreme accessories collector. What are your top 5 Supreme accessories that you own or really want? LOL oh man! Well that all happened by accidentally tbh. I started collecting as kind of a reverse collector, meaning, I really like coffee, and I really like ramen (for example) so when I saw the supreme coffee mugs or the ramen noodle bowl I was like “I want that 😍😍”. So if I were to list my top 5 it would go like this (in no particular order): Honorable Mentions: Although phone cameras are essentially pocket-sized DSLR’s these days, you’re an advocate for film photography. What are 5 tips for anyone looking to shoot with film? Woof… good question. One reason I like film so much is that it’s not instant. In a world of instant gratification we want to take a picture, post it on social and get the likes right away. It spikes our endorphins and makes us happy but also makes us want more. You take a 100 pics and then pic which one you like the most from that and edit it or what have you. With film, you need to slow down. You need to consider framing, lighting and distance to subject. You need to hold still, you need to breathe. Then after that you need to wait to take the film in, develop it and then see if any of the pics worked. So you need to have confidence in yourself and what you’re doing. And sometimes it still doesn’t work out. But then at least you learned something. So my advice... Get a cheap film camera, a disposable from the local drug store and head out and shoot. Shoot. Shoot. Shoot. Then learn from your shots. If you dig the process and the outcome you can start looking for “better” cameras on eBay or in film photography groups. Enjoy the ride. It’s a pretty fun journey if you’re down. In addition to Supreme, you’re a big sneaker collector. What are 5 sneakers you couldn’t ever live without? You know the funny thing is I love sneakers and as a result I guess I’m a collector. But I don’t really identify that way because I like to wear my sneakers. So I don’t buy or keep (if gifted) sneakers I won’t wear. So my favourites are… My Nike Air Max 1 bespoke’s I made at 21 Mercer NikeLab. They are literally 1 of 1 and are my dream shoe. Atmos Elephant Air Max Adidas Ultraboost v1 or Ultra 4D v1 Yeezy 700 Waverunner Rhude Vans Old skool / Converse chuck taylor Oxfords. BUT ALSO: Anything in a low with safari print. A classic white Air Force 1 The puma Thunder Spectra Jordan 1 Low 2020’s been a crazy year. What are your 5 favourite moments in pop-culture from this past year? To me, there were 4 that stole the show... I liked when Travis Scott performed in Fortnite not because it was an amazing performance or anything but because it changed the dichotomy on how we consume entertainment. Someone (Travis?) understood where his audience is. ​ Strangely the release of The Last Dance, The Michael Jordan documentary. For me it was cool to see the whole world, give or take, finally get to experience the magic that was Michael Jordan. To understand why he is part of the cultural lexicon. I am old, so I watched Michael play in his prime, so even I got to learn something that I didn’t know about. It was cool to see everyone talking about it together. I also really enjoyed when Post Malone did a live concert from his house that was all covers of Nirvana. For many this was probably the first time they actually heard Nirvana songs, plural. And it opened that music up to a new fan base. And it’s always nice to see artists re-interpret and interpret their influences. I also enjoyed when everyone all of a sudden started playing Animal Crossing, and you would see fashion brands making clothes for the game, record labels etc. Even my mom was playing. ​ Who have been your 5 favourite interviews that you’ve ever conducted? ​ In my travels and adventures I have had the chance to interview a lot of people who I respect and admire. Although I have personally taken a step away from the interviewing, I have found that I am still meeting and talking to people, a little less this year. But last year I was on a preview of an art exhibit in Brooklyn and in the preview I talked to the guy giving us the tour. He gave me a lot of insight into the art and we started talking. I came back the next day to get a tattoo from a well know Brooklyn artist, and while getting the tattoo we talked about how he ended up here. It was a fascinating story that really delved into his experience but also the experience of many around him. It was great. While he was working on my tattoo a member of the band Blink 180 showed up, I also talked to artist Shepard Fairey. So while those aren’t interviews I have had the privilege of talking to and meeting some incredible people. ​ When I was interviewing: Travis Scott (7 years ago) Bloc Party Foals Felipe Pantone (Artist) Tinashe Mayer Hawthorne Cut Copy Finally, this is an important one for us, what are 5 tips for conducting a great interview? ...maybe we should have asked this first [laughs]. ​ Ha! Easy. Do a little research (which you did) Actively listen Actively respond. That will make for a good interview. HOWEVER, the real trick is, if possible, try to get in there and do a little small talk with the person to help break the ice and make it more conversational. Like how a comedian as someone “warm up the room” first. Or an opening act at a concert. Do your best to make a personal connection.

  • A Conversation With Sean Go

    Sean Go is a Toronto raised content creator with a passion for sneakers, basketball and photography; a perfect trio for the modern Torontonian. Sean's sneaker photography has been featured on a number of publications and his YouTube channel is one of the go-to's for in depth sneaker reviews. ​ @sgo8 We see new kicks on your channel all the time. What are the top 5 in your rotation right now? ​ If we're talking about what I'm actually wearing these days I'd go with Black Cement 3, New Balance 992 Grey, Nike Air Max 1 Anniversary White/Red, Collegium Destroyer High "Avio" and the Nike Dunk Low "Brazil". Top 5 favourites of all time would be White Cement 3, Concord 11, Chicago 1, Infrared Air Max 90 and White Cement 4 probably. ​ Your known for taking some of the best and most unique sneaker pics on insta. What tips can you give for someone looking to up their sneaker pic game? Lighting is key. Play around with different types of lighting to be comfortable shooting in various conditions (sunny, cloudy, indoors with flash, etc.) Environment plays a huge part in the photo. Learning to utilize backgrounds and props to add to the flavour of the photo really allows your photos to stand out. Develop a "style". Consistency is huge, as it allows people to see your personality and flare through your photos. While a nice camera is great, learning to edit your photos is half the battle. I personally use Adobe Lightroom and finish it up with Photoshop, but whatever program you feel most comfortable with, play around with it and see how it can elevate your shots. Have fun! Do it for the passion and the genuine love of it, and keep shooting for the right reasons. While many know you for your IG posts, you have nearly 3x the following on YouTube. What are 5 things you love or hate about YouTube? YouTube's a great way to express yourself and generate income in a way that photographs on Instagram don't allow. You can find videos on pretty much anything you want to see or learn about. The audience-base is very supportive and shows you a ton of love if they appreciate your work. BUT! It's much more of a challenging and time consuming medium than Instagram. The anonymity of it allows for a lot of troll comments that you have to learn to ignore. ​ So with all that being said, who are your 5 favourite sneaker YouTubers right now? Seth Fowler Hes Kicks Foamer Simpson Rose Anvil WearTesters

  • A Conversation With Cereal Artist

    Cereal Artist has made a name for herself with her impressive sneaker and streetwear inspired sculptures. Coming off of strong collaborations with Footlocker and the mecca of footwear brands, Nike, Cereal Artist is taking the design scene by storm and crafting some of the coolest, functional, pieces for the streets. ​ @cerealartist As someone who has turned DIY into a career, what are 5 do's or don'ts when starting to "do-it-yourself"? ​​ Definitely start things off easy depending on your technical skills, whether its a simple silhouette or even just sewing straight lines until they're perfected. Don't copy others. Practice a lot and find different ways to make things work until you develop your own flair. Nobody gets it perfect on the first go so don't stress the errors too much. Don't spend too much money up front. Don't think too far ahead. Focus on your current progress and have fun! ​ We love the sneaker-made bags and hats. What are 5 other garments you'd like to make out of sneakers next? ​ It's not 5 but I've got 4 key categories I'm going to be working on. Clothing pieces Definitely some other accessories Wall art Art decor ​ There's a lot to choose from but can you rank your top 5 creations you've ever made? Mc'Nike Set Jelly Dunk Shoe Bag Shoe Hat NikebyYou With all the creativity going around Instagram these days, who are 5 other DIY artists that you're into? @kevinconcepts @hoopfr3sh @miniswoosh @gunuw228 @danielarsham ​ And last but not least, you've spoken out about the importance of mental health. With such a busy career, what are 5 steps you take to maintaining good mental health? Make sure to take time to rest. A good break is important! More work isn't always better. Don't force yourself to take jobs that don't feel right. Connect and socialize with other likeminded creators. Don't consume too much social media. Don't worry about others. Do things at your own pace.

  • A Conversation With Jon Elias of Lost & Found

    Jon Elias is the Co-Founder & Co-Owner of Lost & Found, one of Toronto's best menswear stores. Jon has an experienced eye for the best menswear brands around the world from international hotspots Japan, Australia, London & Paris. When he's not running the shop, Jon is also an avid collector of art and is known to hit a nice jumper on the basketball court. ​ @jhoo04 / @shoplostfound There's always a great influx of new brands in the shop. What are 5 of your favourite right now? ​ ​Engineered Garments, The Real McCoy's, Lady White, Norse Projects and Alden. I mean I could replace those with 5 other brands. Honestly, all the brands we carry in the shop are important to me if they weren't we wouldn't carry them. ​ Music plays an important role in setting the atmosphere of the shop. Who are 5 artists we might hear in L&F? ​ Haha. You are asking the wrong person. I've lost all control over the music. But if I had a choice, right now I would say Madvillian, The Frightnrs, Freddie Gibbs and Madlib, Frank Ocean and Kanye. Again, this will change but these have been in heavy rotation for me. ​ Styles are always changing. What are 5 trends you've been seeing in FW20 that you're into? ​ ​I don't really know trends as we kind of avoid them at the shop but here are some highlights for me right now. The colour purple, toques by Norse [Projects], PAA and Homespun have some great sweaters, pants by engineered garments this season are amazing and I'm all about the Viberg boots lately. As for trends, if you follow those you're bound to make mistakes. Tried and true. ​ COVID has taken us all for a ride. What are your 5 tips to survive these trying times? ​ Keeping a positive attitude is the number one thing! Exercise Eat healthy Take supplements When you can, hug someone you love <3 ​ Top 5 pieces in your rotation? ​ I can rattle this off with my eyes closed. McCoy's cardigan hoodie Engineered Garments painter's pants Nike Air Max 90s Gitman's [Vintage] Camp Shirt Any graphic tee I can get my hands on ​ Lastly, How are you feeling about retail in general these days? ​ This is tough. I think the retail realm is always interesting. From brands, to fabrics to stores. Curation is what really gets me. I'm always impressed with stores who have a different interpretation of a brand. I mean retail is really at a cross roads right now in terms of how they operate. Online has been a huge piece of our operation but we love the in store experience and don't want that to change regardless of the changing climate.

  • A Conversation With Kishan Mistry

    Kishan Mistry is one of Toronto's most promising up and coming photographers. Having shot some of the city's most iconic moments and talents, Kishan has compiled a very impressive portfolio. Kishan is a regular contributor to the MLB, NBA and hip-hop/rap scene and has photographed the likes of Drake, Travis Scott & Kawhi Leonard's "The Shot". ​ @_kishanmistry What photographers are you paying the most attention to these days? ​ ​I try not to focus on other's work too much so that I can keep my styles my own. That being said, @doncharleone, @jayscale & Marc Blinch are killing it right now. They each have a unique style and have scored some incredible shots. ​ Do you have a top 5 for photos you've taken? ​ Fred VanVleet - Game 6 Playoffs 2019 Kawhi Leonard airborne for "The shot" Demar Derozan and Kyle Lowry hugging post-game Drake & Travis Scott (2018) Portrait of Drake What are 5 tips you'd give to any starting out in photography? Shoot everything! No matter where you go, bring your camera and practice. Fake it ’til you make it. It's not always easy getting your foot in the door early on so do what you can to make your reach seem as big as possible and overtime it will grow naturally. Shoot your shot (no pun intended)! Don't be afraid to reach out to people to shoot. The worst they can say is "no". Use “no” as motivation to keep pushing & be resilient! Network and be kind! A nice attitude will go a long way an create a ton of opportunities.​ ​ What are 5 tricks you use to make your photos pop? ​ Since everyone has their own style, these tricks won't apply to everyone but my 5 tricks are: Invest money into good gear. You'll earn the money back through work! I like to use my music photography edit style for other categories like sports photography. ​Big poses. Vibrant, saturdated colours. Spend lots of time in Lightroom. My special trick is decreasing clarity a bit, but that's just me. Download as many presets as possible and work backwards from them to learn about each element and how they affect your photos. ASK QUESTIONS! Don't be afraid to ask people what gear they use, what settings they use, how they achieved a certain effect. Networking and talking benefits us all.

  • A Conversation With Julie Clark of Province Apothecary

    Julie Clark is the founder of Province Apothecary, a natural beauty company founded through her experiences crafting natural, organic beauty products out of her kitchen to help her own needs battling eczema and allergies. Julie's goal is to create pure, effective products that benefit even the most sensitive complexions so that you can feel beautiful in your skin. ​ @julie.anne.clark // @provinceapothecary There are so many products/routines out there and skincare can sometimes seem intimidating. What are 5 tips you can give for those starting off in their skincare journey? ​​ Less is more. Begin with a simple 3 step routine of a) cleansing, b) toning/hydrating and c) moisturizing/nourishing so as to not get overwhelmed with too many products or steps. Set a time in the morning + evening that makes sense for YOU so you will follow through + be consistent with your new routine. Try not to rush through your routine, rather, make it a loving self-care ritual that you enjoy doing. Talk to an experienced Skin Therapist to learn about your particular skin needs so you get on the right track with products, ingredients & approach right from the start. Try to look for clean, simple ingredients. If you can’t pronounce them, they are probably harsh chemicals that aren’t good for your skin or body as a whole. Trust that healing & caring for skin is a process, not an event. It sometimes takes time to see results, but with a holistic approach, the results are lifelong. ​ What is your skincare routine? ​ Of course, I always use Province Apothecary products in my daily skincare routine. I always begin with cleansing with our Moisturizing Oil Cleanser & Makeup Remover, morning & evening (even if I don’t have makeup on) as it not only removes dirt, oil, makeup & impurities on the skin, it adds moisture and calms my sensitive and dry skin. I follow up my cleanse (both am & pm) with our Invigorating + Balancing Toner to hydrate + soothe my skin, while prepping it for the next step On damp skin from the toner, I massage my oil-based custom serum into my skin using our Natural Face Lift Massage Ritual, which deeply nourishes my skin with ingredients chosen especially for my specific skin concerns. I do this step morning + evening. Next up I do our Sculpting + Toning Facial Cup protocol, that smooths, plumps & evens out my skin tone. Lastly I seal in all this goodness with either our Nourishing + Revitalizing Moisturizer (summertime) or our Protecting + Restoring Face Balm (wintertime). An extra step if my eczema/sensitivity is in full force, I layer on the Healing Eczema Balm as a night treatment. ​ You talk about diet & nutrition playing a part in healthy skin. What are 5 recipes/ingredients you’ve been having lately that can help with skincare? ​During the cold, dry winter months, making sure I get enough good fats is key to healthy & protected skin. Avocados, olive oil, nuts & seeds are all good sources. Salmon is rich in Vitamin D and healthy omegas which feed skin, hair & nails. Fruits high in Vitamin C such as kiwis, oranges, pineapples help hydrate skin cells and help skin to heal. Sweet potatoes are high in Vitamin A which benefit hair, skin and nails and contain more than 700% of your daily recommended intake. And last but definitely not least, Water. The best thing we can all do for healthy skin is to drink lots of water because the skin, and entire body require it to function properly. ​ We love your blog segment “Women We Admire”. Besides those you’ve featured, who are 5 women you really admire these days? ​My Business Partner Natalie is constantly inspiring me, I am so lucky to work with her everyday! My mom and 2 sisters are really helping me get through this pandemic, thankful for text groups and video chats. They are always doing fun things and cooking delicious meals. ​ What are 5 skincare/beauty products you can’t live without? Daily glow dry brush to support lymphatic drainage Dual Action Jade Roller to stimulate + smooth Sculpting + Toning Facial Cup set Nourishing oil serums-never enough oils! Healing Eczema Balm! This is how Province Apothecary all began! ​ We hear the term “Natural Beauty” a lot these days. From the view of Province Apothecary, what are 5 important things everyone should know about natural beauty? Natural beauty is a glow that comes from within, but can be supported with the right natural skincare products & practices. Taking care of your Whole Self with proper nutrition, sleep/rest, hydration, exercise, being in nature and connecting with others ALL are important parts of achieving Natural Beauty. Natural Beauty is not forced or manipulated, but rather a loving and patient approach to supporting our bodies & our skin in a way that focuses more on acceptance and trust than trying to change something that was never wrong in the first place. Natural Beauty means being mindful & intentional about what we put on our skin and in our bodies, choosing things that are clean, healthy & good for not only US, but for Planet Earth as well. Natural Beauty means knowing yourself & your skin & trusting that IT knows how to find balance if you give it the right support.

  • A Conversation With Chris Casuga of CNTRBND

    Chris Casuga is the owner of CNTRBND, one of Canada's premier boutiques for luxury street fashion. CNTRBND has 5 locations in Vancouver and Toronto and carries designer brands such as Raf Simons, Maison Margiela, Dries Van Noten and A-Cold-Wall. Casuga is also the owner of Off-White Toronto. ​ @christphercasuga / @cntrbndofficial What are 5 of your favourite brands in the shop right now? ​ ​I love the new brands coming for FW20 but my favourites are Dries Van Noten, Raf Simons, Maison Margiela, Readymade, Undercover. ​ Who are 5 artists you're playing a lot in the shop right now? ​ Definitely a lot of PARTYNEXTDOOR, Blood Orange, Young Troy, Aminé and Pusha T. ​ What are 5 of your favourite trends that you're seeing from brands for FW20? Very into wide leg pants, puffer jackets, bold colours, layering and less all over logos. ​ Can you share 5 tips for surviving COVID-19 as a retailer? ​ I think it's very important to minimize fixed expenses and focus more on your online presence while doors are closed. Then, when the shops are open, create a safe and welcoming store atmosphere for customers, motivate sales staff and BE POSITIVE! ​ What's in the rotation these days? Perhaps your 5 favourite pieces? ​ My LV sneakers, Raf Simons cord bootcut pants, ALYX constructed shell jacket, UNDERCOVER wide leg dress pants and of course, a CNTRBND Toronto Hoodie. ​ Any final thoughts on things before we go? ​ ​Things are definitely tough right now with the amount of stores closing and also not being able to do in store events. It's hard to find excitement in retail right now which were, in the past, created by large crowds/customers but we're hopeful that things can get better. Just need to take it one day at a time!

  • A Conversation With Florence Tang of Lot Stock & Barrel

    Florence Tang is a co-founder of Lot Stock & Barrel, one of LA's premier design studios and clothing stores with a specialty in chain stitched designs and vintage garments. Florence is a Toronto native with a background in graphic design and relocated to California to continue her studies and pursue a career as a visual merchandiser for Levi's before starting LSB. ​ @florencewtang // @lotstockandbarrel LSB has put together some really cool projects over the years. What are your 5 favourite you've worked on? ​​ The most interesting projects would be: Coachella LSB x Mastercard Collaboration ASOS x LSB Collaboration Lucky Brand x LSB Collaboration Nike x Carhartt launch ​ Each of these projects were so interesting, combining all of our teams' talents with product that really shined. ​ What are 5 keys to a successful collaboration? ​ Theres only ONE and that is letting each team do what they're best at! Meaningful collaborations combine talents to create innovative product, and should be the ultimate goal. We have been lucky enough to work with some great partners that have allowed us to showcase our craftsmanship and have respected our creative processes. ​ Besides all of the great stuff LSB does, who are 5 designers or brands you're really into right now? ​ This one is really hard, there are some great brands out there, doing really innovative stuff! Heavy hitters that continue to impress are Stone Island, Jacquemus and Sacai. Nicole Benisti has beautiful quality outerwear and I'm also a huge fan of Ruslan Baginskiy headwear. ​ Who are 5 brands that you would you love to work on a project with next? The dream client pool is large, but top 5 would include: Prada Maison Margiela MSGM Alyx Proenza Schouler ​ Lastly, everyone starts small but it seems like you have figured out a thing or two. What are your top 5 tips for growing your business? Be clear in your vision Be able to adapt quickly Treat everyone with respect Foster and cultivate your team. Your company is only as good the people who make it what it is. Don't be discouraged when things don't go as planned. Put your head down and keep working!

  • A Conversation With Keith Pears

    Keith Pears is a force to be reckoned with in the kitchen. He has been in the food business for over 20 years, racking up an impressive resume as winner of Canada's Great Kitchen Party, Executive Chef for Delta Hotels, Toronto and most recently taking on the new role of Executive Chef at the W Toronto (Opening 2021). ​ @keith_pears Your feed is filled with delicious looking meat! What is your 5-step guide to cooking the perfect steak? Let the steak sit at room temp for 10-20 minutes. A cold steak will cook unevenly. Use a cast iron pan to retain the most heat possible and get a meat caramelization (maillard) effect. Cook 6-7 minutes med-high each side (time will vary depending on thickness of steak) Baste your steak with garlic, herbs, shallots, and melted butter during the last 2 minutes. Even after you take it off the heat, it's still cooking. Let your steak rest for 10 minutes to capture the juices. ​ What are 5 ingredients everyone needs in their kitchen? Fish sauce - for salt & umami Finishing vinegars Lemon Flaky sea salt Onions - one of the most diverse ingredients A great stock - you can make your own with cheap bones ​ Who are you listening to in the kitchen? I've been listening to a lot of Toronto artists. Drake, [Justin] Bieber and Anders. I've also been playing a lot of Bryson Tiller and then a lot Spotify R&B mixes. ​ We love to see a chef who's into sneakers. What are your top 5 in the rotation? Jordan 4 'Oreo' Nike Air Max 97 'Olympic Red' Nike Blazer Low 'Peach' Nike Flyknit Racers Clogs! I have a casual pair and a Gucci pair for special occasions ​ Finally, a lot has changed since COVID took over. How do you think dining could change after it's over? ​ I think food will have to get simpler - fewer touches in the kitchen and less sharing style cuisine. It's sad but I think tapas is going to fade. I also think drive-in dining is going to make a big comeback like back in the day where they're bring burgers to your window in the parking lot. Patio season will have to start to be year round but I'm not sure how yet. ​ Lastly, food apps and ghost kitchens are going to keep popping up and becoming more popular. Low-lift, low personal contact and quick service.

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