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Last week, we talked a lot about two big events coming-up in Cabbagetown: (1) The Forsythia Festival this Sunday and (2) The Community Yard Sale on May 25th. While the whole community waits in anticipation for these two weekends to come, local shops and businesses have created their own spring incentives to get you in the stores. Here’s a list of Cabbagetown’s local sales and events for the beginning of the new month: Should Number 9 Recording Studios Be Your First Choice? Musicians of Cabbagetown rejoice! Number 9 Studios is proud to offer local artists a professional production service. Complete …

Zakkushi Izakaya As the latest izakaya restaurant to venture  from Vancouver to Toronto, Zakkushi finds a warm welcome in Cabbagetown.  Although there has been an increase in Japanese pub-style restaurants in the neighbourhood since 2008, Zakkushi’s extensive and semi-exotic menu earns them a notable place on Carlton.  With meals prepared over authentic Japanese white charcoal, all dishes served are full-flavoured and aromatic. Thankfully, after quite some time without one, Zukkushi has recently attained their liquor license and offers guests a variety of unique alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Due to the dining capacity of the restaurant (only twenty-or-so tables), there is …

The arrival of spring has inspired many Cabbagetown businesses to promote their local sales.  Here are some of the sales beginning this week: Menagerie Be sure to visit Menagerie before the end of April to take advantage of their winter gear clear-out.  Save 20% on Canada Pooch Jackets and Muttluk Boots, or treat your dog to a nice DIU bath for only $10.  The shop is located on 549 Parliament and is opened 10:30am-7pm Monday to Friday, 10am-6pm Saturday, and 12pm-5pm on Sunday. Kendall & Co The first phase of renovations is now complete at Kendall & Co.  In the …

Yay for Cafune! When I first heard about this place opening, I didn’t know much about Brazilian coffee (yes, I’m not a foodie) but when I spoke with the owner and tried out the coffee at Cafune, I understand now! They have only been open for two weeks and already they are packed.  It’s a quiet little place on Carlton between Ontario and Bleeker where you can find free wifi and brazilian music, though they are festive right now, and meet with friends and enjoy cups of Java. 194A Carlton Street Toronto, ON M5A 2K9 (647) 748-7884 http://www.cafune.ca They have …