Get ready to jingle all the way to Little Sister Dutch Indo Food Bar! Little Sister’s little elves are all abuzz with excitement to reveal the return of Toronto’s cult favourite, over-the-top, holiday-themed pop-up bar, Java Jingle. Starting November 15, 2024 both Toronto locations at 102 Portland St. and 2031 Yonge St. will transform into winter wonderlands, bursting with festive joy. From now until December 31, 2024 guests are invited to sip, eat, celebrate and create unforgettable holiday memories together!

Due to massive popularity in previous years, Java Jingle 2024 will now include both floors. With Grinch and ornament-shaped cocktail mugs, a lifesize Baby Yoda sporting a Santa hat, twinkling lights and garlands galore, Little Sister will be completely covered in floor to ceiling decorations. Upstairs in the Balinese room on Portland St., it’s like walking into a holiday in the tropics, right here in Toronto!

“It’s not for the fainthearted – brace yourselves for a holiday extravaganza that’s going to be larger than life,” declares General Manager and Bar Manager, Robin Wynne.

Java Jingle this year will also include holiday-themed events, such as the holiday movie trivia night on December 16 from 7:00PM to 9:30PM, the ugly Christmas sweater contest on December 17 and half-priced Java Jingle cocktails from December 29-31. Stay tuned to Little Sister’s Instagram for more details (@littlesisterto)!

Fan favourite cocktails are making their return, such as the Sleigh, Queen, Sleigh (Bombay East Gin, St Germain elderflower liqueur, lemon, winter spices, San Pellegrino grapefruit soda), the Feliz Navi-Zaddy (Cazadores Blanco Tequila, lime, blood orange, winter spices) and the Noggy and Nice (Bacardi 8yr Reserve Rum, Bacardi Spiced Rum, coconut eggnog, eggnog syrup).

New additions to the cocktail menu this year include the Ugly Christmas Sweater (Angel’s Envy Bourbon, Gingerbread Liqueur, Campari, winter spiced vermouth, salted caramel, Biscoff molasses, orange bitters, gingerbread bitters), the Mrs Claus’ Martini (Screwball Peanut Butter whiskey, raspberry liqueur, Kahlua, Christmas flavoured espresso, peppermint dust), the Jingle Juice (Grey Goose Vodka, spiced apple sortilege, spiced cranberry, apple, lemon, pomegranate, brut sparkling), the Christmas Spiced Apple Sangria (Bacardi Spiced rum, brown butter Bacardi 8yr rum, apple brandy, white wine, citrus cordial, christmas spiced tea, spiced syrup, ginger beer), and the Polar Colada (Bacardi 8yr rum, Bacardi Caribbean Spiced Rum, lime, coconut rum, pineapple, chai tea, winter spices, coconut milk).

Little Sister’s full food menu will be available during Java Jingle, including the grilled Balinese spiced lamb satay, rendang spiced beef croquettes, Semur Java (Javanese spiced braised beef short ribs) and Ayam Lombok (sticky sweet and spicy glazed chicken with roasted squash).

And if kitschy mugs and floating oversized Santa’s aren’t your jam, think of it as a tropical getaway where the Balinese spirit of hospitality will keep you warm and jingling all the way.

Reservations for Java Jingle are highly recommended. Guests can reserve time slots HERE for Portland St. and HERE for Yonge St.

Higher Stakes, More to Lose!
OUTER BANKS Season 4 – OBX’s biggest season yet – will debut on Netflix in two 5-episode parts:

Part 1 is Now Playing
Part 2 premieres November 7, 2024

Today we get a new explosive Trailer for Season 4, Part 2!

ABOUT OUTER BANKS SEASON 4
Following last season’s 18-month flash-forward showing Wes Genrette’s proposal for the Pogues to find Blackbeard’s treasure, Season 4 takes us back in time to the lead-up of that moment. After finding the gold at El Dorado, the Pogues return to the OBX and commit to having a “normal” life. They’ve built themselves a new safe haven, officially dubbed “Poguelandia 2.0”, where they live together and run a fairly successful bait, tackle, and charter tour shop. But after some financial setbacks, John B, Sarah, Kiara, JJ, Pope, and Cleo take Wes up on his offer, drawn back into the “G” game for a whole new adventure. But before they know it, they’re well in over their heads, with dangerous new enemies hot on their heels racing them to the treasure. Meanwhile, their problems are only growing, and they’re forced to question their past, present, and future – who they really are, has it all been worth it, and how much are they willing to risk?

Series Credits:
Release Dates: PART 1: October 10 (401-405) / PART 2: November 7 (406-410)
Format: 10 x 1-hour episodes
Creators / Executive Producers: Jonas Pate, Josh Pate, Shannon Burke
Cast / Characters: Chase Stokes (John B.), Madelyn Cline (Sarah Cameron), Madison Bailey (Kiara), Jonathan Daviss (Pope), Rudy Pankow (JJ), Carlacia Grant (Cleo), Drew Starkey (Rafe), Austin North (Topper), Fiona Palomo (Sofia), J. Anthony Crane (Chandler Groff), Pollyanna McIntosh (Dalia), Brianna Brown (Hollis Robinson), Rigo Sanchez (Lightner), Mia Challis (Ruthie) and Cullen Moss (Shoupe).

Today we get a new Trailer for COLD CASE: WHO KILLED JONBÉNET RAMSEY. This releases on Netflix November 25, 2024.

ABOUT COLD CASE: WHO KILLED JONBENÉT RAMSEY

On December 26, 1996, John and Patsy Ramsey woke up the morning after a loving family Christmas to discover their youngest child, six-year-old JonBenét, was missing, a chilling ransom note left downstairs. Later that day, John Ramsey discovered his daughter’s body in the basement, revealing the shocking truth that JonBenét had not been kidnapped, but was instead sexually assaulted and brutally murdered in their own home. The Boulder, Colorado police, who had little practical experience in homicide investigations, quickly cast suspicion on JonBenét’s family as the most likely suspects, fanning the flames of media scrutiny and largely one-sided reporting, turning the case into a national obsession. Twenty-eight years later, that obsession — and finger-pointing — hasn’t gone away, and the murder of JonBenét Ramsey remains unsolved. From Emmy-winning and Academy Award nominated director Joe Berlinger, this three-part docuseries investigates the mishandling of the case by law enforcement and the media.

VENOM: THE LAST DANCE is set to take the top spot at the Box Office Halloween weekend with $19 million from 4,131 theatres. In one week, it has grossed $82.9 million for Sony Pictures.

THE WILD ROBOT continues to motor on in second with $6 million in its sixth weekend out, a total run of $120 million for Universal Pictures.

Third spot goes to SMILE 2 with $5.1 million for Paramount Pictures, bringing its two week tally to $51 million domestically.

Fourth is a debuting HERE re-teaming Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Director Robert Zemeckis, opening with $5 million from 2,402 theatres for Miramax/VVS Films. It gets 39% on the Tomatometer.

CONCLAVE pulls in $4.2 million from 1,796 theatres for Focus Features/Elevation Pictures, taking it to $14.1 million, good for fifth.

Today Prime Video announced the highly anticipated film Pimpinero: Blood and Oil will launch exclusively on Friday, November 22, 2024 on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. The launch comes following the film’s official selection and world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, as well as featuring at prestigious film festivals around the world, including Rio International Film Festival, Festival Internacional de Cine de Morelia, Cine Latino Film Festival, New York Latino Film Festival, among others.

Pimpinero: Blood and Oil is set in the desert bordering Colombia and Venezuela, where gasoline smugglers known as “pimpineros” risk their lives transporting illegal fuel from one country to another. When Juan (Alejandro Speitzer) – the youngest in a clan of three brothers entangled in this perilous trade – is forced to work for a sinister rival, the underbelly of the business is laid bare with tragic consequences. Determined to uncover the gruesome secrets that shroud this no-man’s-land, Juan’s girlfriend Diana (Laura Osma) embarks on a quest for the truth.

Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Andrés Baiz (Griselda, Narcos, The Hidden Face), the film marks Baiz’ triumphant return to the big screen after a successful career directing global series. Pimpinero: Blood and Oil explores the powerful and universal themes of borders and family bonds, making it a must-watch for audiences around the world. The highly celebrated cast includes Alberto Guerra (Griselda), Alejandro Speitzer (La Cabeza de Joaquin Murrieta), Laura Osma (Goles en contra), and multi-award winning Grammy® artist Juanes.

The film is produced by production company Dynamo. It’s written by María Camila Arias (Birds of Passage) and directed, written and produced by Andrés Baiz (Griselda, Narcos, The Hidden Face). The production team includes Andrés Calderón (La Cabeza de Joaquin Murrieta, Narcos) as a producer and Cyndi Rojas (Mile 22) as an associate producer.

Pimpinero: Blood and Oil adds to Prime Video’s growing selection of International Originals, including recent global hits; My Fault (‘Culpa Mía’), Maxton Hall – The World Between Us, and Golden Globe winner Argentina 1985, as well as upcoming titles such as Your Fault (Culpa Tuya), Freedom (‘Libre’), and The Red Virgin (‘La Virgen Roja’). This is in addition to Canadian-produced Originals, such as The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal, and upcoming series, The Sticky. As well as global Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies, such as The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Road House, Saltburn, and The Idea of You. This is all available with a Prime membership. Prime subscribers in Canada can enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership for just $9.99 per month or $99 per year.

Prepare to sink your teeth into a dining experience like no other as ANIML Steakhouse, INK Entertainment’s latest culinary masterpiece, prepares to unveil its doors on Friday, November 15th. This luxurious haven is poised to redefine the art of dining, blending sophistication with a primal allure.

We had the pleasure of previewing the space, some nibbles and drinks from the sophisticated menu of offerings.

ANIML marks an exciting new venture and partnership between Charles Khabouth, Danny Soberano of INK Entertainment, Sacha Elwakeel and Maher Murshed. Together, they introduce a refined concept that celebrates indulgence and elegance.

“Animl represents a new era in the steakhouse experience,” said Charles Khabouth, Founder and CEO of INK Entertainment. “We created a discreet and cozy space, moving away from traditional, massive steakhouses. Animl is about redefining the concept, offering an elevated journey from the interior design to the overall experience.

ANIML Steakhouse offers modern interpretations of classic steakhouse favourites. From dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood to indulgent sides, every dish is crafted to satisfy your cravings and feed your wildest instincts.

The culinary team is led by Executive Chef Marc Cheng, who brings a wealth of experience from his time at the award-winning restaurant George and other notable venues such as Patria and Clio. Growing up in the 70s and 80s, he infuses his upbringing into a modern interpretation of what a classical steakhouse can be in 2024.

Chef de Cuisine Michael Degrazia joins the team with over two decades of experience, honing his skills in some of the finest kitchens across British Columbia before returning to Toronto. Previously at Alo Bar, his artistic background informs his innovative approach to flavours and textures, enhancing the guest experience that ANIML aims to deliver

Drawing inspiration from the rich cultural tapestry of the past, ANIML’s design creates an inviting and dynamic space that encourages exploration and indulgence. Designed by the award-winning Toronto-based design studio NIVEK REMAS, the restaurant’s captivating interiors transport patrons back to the lavish excess of the 1970s. “ANIML invites you to unapologetically come as you are. The exotic interior exudes enigma and glamour, paying homage to the untamed spirit of the Art Deco era, the party days of Studio 54, and the extravagant lifestyle of the 1970s,” said Kevin Chan and Samer Shaath, partners and co-founders of NIVEK REMAS.

High lacquer wood panelling, gold leaf ceilings, antique mirrors, and graphic marbles envelop the space, while lush velvets, animal prints, and fringe create a tactile experience of mystery and opulence. Each meticulously curated element invites guests to savour a dining experience reminiscent of Studio 54. At the center of it all is a stunning upside-down mirror-encased bull that dazzles above patrons.

Location: 420A Wellington Street W, Toronto

Hours of Operation for ANIML:

Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday/Wednesday/Sunday: 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Thursday/Friday/Saturday: 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Cocktail Bar: Open every night until 2 AM

For more information, visit animlsteakhouse.com or Follow Animl on Instagram @animl.toronto

ANIML Steakhouse. Elegantly untamed.

ABOUT INK ENTERTAINMENT

INK Entertainment Group is a leading North American lifestyle and entertainment company. Operating since 1982, INK Entertainment Group has demonstrated an enviable ability to read the pulse of ever-changing cultural times and tastes, responding with a host of successful enterprises.

Headquartered in Toronto and Miami and helmed by visionary entrepreneurs Charles Khabouth and Danny Soberano. INK Entertainment Group’s innovative approach, fusing dining, lifestyle, entertainment, hospitality and design is devoted to creating extraordinary experiences throughout its proprietary brands, including notable restaurant brands Akira Back, Amal (Toronto & Miami), Byblos (Toronto & Miami), Daphne, Level 6 (Miami), KŌST, Margo, Patria, Pink Sky, Sofia Yorkville, Sofia Design District (Miami), STORYS Building, and Ultra; private members’ club Clio; Several trendy clubs including REBEL, Cabana Pool Bar, DPrtmnt, Mister C, and Dragonfly Nightclub; and Taglialatella Galleries (Toronto, New York & Paris) INK also notably produces Canada’s largest annual music festival, VELD.

INK Entertainment Group also teamed up with several significant industry partners including Loews Hotels & Resorts and Lifetime Developments to launch Bisha Hotel & Residences, the newest private label hotel and residence brand to originate in Toronto since The Four Seasons in the 1960s.

How cool is it that this is filming in our City? Toronto’s Daniel Roher already has established himself as an Oscar-winning Filmmaker with his Documentary NAVALNY. He tries his hand at fiction with TUNER, a Crime Thriller filming around town which centers on a piano tuner who realizes his skills also can be applied towards cracking safes!

You know how much I adore HBO‘s THE WHITE LOTUS and we still haven’t forgotten English Actor Leo Woodall‘s amazing turn as Jack in season two of the acclaimed series. After stealing hearts on Netflix‘s ONE DAY, he steps-up to a leading role here in TUNER, having not long ago wrapped on NUREMBERG alongside Michael Shannon, Rami Malek and Russell Crowe. But most excitingly, he stars opposite Renee Zellweger in next year’s BRIDGET JONES: MAD ABOUT THE BOY. This is huge!

And did we mention that Woodall’s Co-Stars in TUNER include two-time Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman and rising star Havana Rose Liu (Bottoms, No Exit)?

Woodall has been spotted around town on weekends as his partner Meghann Fahy, who also starred in The White Lotus’ second season, has been in and out of the City visiting. They were spotted around Ossington together, turning heads!

So thrilled to finally meet Woodall as he was filming in St. James Town, so kind to stop for a selfie after a long day on-set. Liu also was on-set that day, and I’m ecstastic to have met her too. Have loved everything I’ve seen her in so far. Cannot wait for TUNER, which gets a Canadian release through Elevation Pictures.

(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)

However you celebrate, the holidays start on Netflix. And this year, they’re bigger than ever. Whether it’s watching heartwarming holiday rom-coms like The Merry Gentlemen, Our Little Secret, Meet Me Next Christmas and Hot Frosty with friends and wine, or holiday animation like Spellbound and That Christmas while snuggling with the kids by the fire, we’ve got you covered. We even have the Christmas Eve set thrillers Carry-On and Black Doves for the adrenaline junkies.

And it doesn’t stop there. We have two Christmas Day NFL Games to get your live sports fix, a cozy new holiday game, A Virgin River Christmas, and please, please, please enjoy your new favorite holiday variety music special A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter. When you’ve maxed out on eggnog and are looking for the ultimate dead-week binge, let the games begin with season 2 of our Most Popular series of all time, Squid Game, or curl up on the couch with season 6 of Virgin River.

From onscreen to under the tree, we’ve also got the perfect gifts for the Netflix megafan in your life. Help bring The Ton to life with The Official Bridgerton Cookbook, the Bridgerton x Williams Sonoma hosting collection, or tickets to experience the iconic soundtrack IRL at the sensational Bridgerton Candlelight concert. Cheers your favorite player with a bottle of Johnnie Walker Black Label Squid Game Edition or gift your favorite New Yorker tickets to Squid Game: The Experience. Bring The Upside Down inside with the Polly Pocket x Stranger Things compact playset or a Demogorgon Squishmallow. Countdown to Christmas with the Netflix Collectibles Advent Calendar. Check out Netflix.Shop for even more.

Disney+ released a brand-new trailer Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew,” a fun and exciting, original, live-action series starring Jude Law as a mysterious character (“Jod”) whose true motives are shrouded in mystery.

“Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” follows the journey of four kids who make a mysterious discovery on their seemingly safe home planet, then get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy. Finding their way home—and meeting unlikely allies and enemies—will be a greater adventure than they ever imagined.

The series stars Jude Law, Ravi Cabot-Conyers, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Kyriana Kratter, Robert Timothy Smith, Tunde Adebimpe, Kerry Condon and Nick Frost. Episodes are directed by Jon Watts, David Lowery, the Daniels (Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert), Jake Schreier, Bryce Dallas Howard and Lee Isaac Chung,

Jon Watts and Christopher Ford are the head writers and also serve as executive producers along with Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, Kathleen Kennedy and Colin Wilson. Chris Buongiorno, Karen Gilchrist and Carrie Beck are the co-executive producers, and Susan McNamara and John Bartnicki are the producers.

Star Wars: Skeleton Crew” launches on Monday, December 2, the first two episodes arriving at 6:00 p.m. PST / 9:00 p.m. EST

We get a new Trailer for the star-studded SPELLBOUND, coming November 22, 2024 to Netflix!

DIRECTOR: Vicky Jenson

WRITTEN BY: Lauren Hynek & Elizabeth Martin and Julia Miranda

PRODUCERS: John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Bruce Anderson for Skydance Animation

PROD. COMPANY: Skydance Animation

SCORE BY: Alan Menken

SONGS BY: Alan Menken and Glenn Slater

CAST: Rachel Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, Tituss Burgess, Nathan Lane with Javier Bardem and Nicole Kidman.

“An Original Fairy Tale Take on a Modern Story”

“For me, the story [of Spellbound] is even more universal than the specifics of this family dynamic. For me, it speaks to kids and their parents, to the kind of alienation that can happen as we grow up, and the steps we have to make towards each other to weather it together and come through the other side with better understanding.”

• Director Vicky Jenson to Tudum.com

“I hope that audiences will see how incredible the art of animation is when it comes to teaching tough lessons to the next generation. Spellbound handles delicate subjects with a lot of beautiful imagery, music, and an allegorical approach to real life issues that kids sometimes face.”

• Rachel Zegler, voice of Ellian, to Tudum.com

Synopsis:

Spellbound follows the adventures of Ellian, the tenacious young daughter of the rulers of Lumbria who must go on a daring quest to save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters. Spellbound is directed by Vicky Jenson (Shrek) with original score from EGOT-winning composer Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast) and lyrics by Glenn Slater (Tangled). A Netflix Film from Skydance Animation, Spellbound boasts an all-star voice cast led by Rachel Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, with Javier Bardem, and Nicole Kidman. Spellbound is written by Lauren Hynek & Elizabeth Martin and Julia Miranda and produced by John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Bruce Anderson for Skydance Animation.