Three must-haves for a stylish spring in T.O.

Without a doubt, the unseasonably sunny weather is cause to celebrate with a shopping spree. We asked our resident retail guru Wendy Woods to list three items that every woman needs this March to prep for a spirited spring.

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Bidding wars belong in Toronto marketplace

I am having a hard time getting upset about real estate bidding wars. The same purchasers who denounce the event pray it will happen when their own house is up for sale.

Harry Stinson is a high-profile real estate developer and entrepreneur.

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The Source: Sales on Cabrelli, Smythe, True Religion, William Rast

You know how you meant to go shopping last weekend? Your plans were done in by piles of snow on Saturday and piles of slush on Sunday. Luckily, this weekend is supposed to be sunny, warm, and all-around perfect for checking out these hot sales around Toronto.

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New Annex hot spot needs to do no 'splaining

Locals were taken by surprise recently when stalwart Mel’s Diner closed the doors of its prime location corner biz on Bloor. More surprising, perhaps, was the restaurant that’s taken its place: Hey Lucy Café.

Kelly Jones is a freelance writer and editor, and she teaches Food Writing at George Brown College.

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Toronto housing market to cool down: report

Remember early 2009, when Toronto's housing market slowed to a near halt? The current boom, which started in the second half of last year, helped many forget. However, a new report says 2010 will be the flip side of last year.

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Best place to get your laptop fixed

Laptop Centre isn't in the most picturesque part of town. But, if you've managed to smash your IBM ThinkPad or discovered your MacBook's keyboard is dead, aesthetics is probably low on your list of concerns.

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Don't miss this vintage shop on Ossington

Every time I walk into this boutique my eye gets caught by the fantastic Pucci pieces hanging at the front. It then goes straight to the designer handbags and selection of Hermes scarves.

Wendy Woods is a personal style coach with THE REFINERY and an expert in finding fashions to express your unique personal style.

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Plenty sizzle, some steak at Corktown bistro

I am well aware that, in Our Town, to suggest that Emperor Jamie Kennedy has no clothes is heresy. Nonetheless, I am obliged to provide you with the truth. Gilead is no big deal.

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Have fork, will travel: T.O.'s top dog heads to China

When I had dinner at Big Boss, a Beijing restaurant that can seat 300-400 people, I noticed the escalating trend in China towards elaborate décor and setting, not to mention high prices.

Celebrity Chef Susur Lee runs successful restaurants in Toronto, New York and Washington.

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