TOM'S MAGIC hangs-on to take the $400k Breeders' Stakes. The King's Plate runner-up would not tolerate a slow pace and took matters into his own hands defiantly under Rafael Hernandez, winning for @Stidhamracing, @CJThoroughbreds and Mo Speed Racing.
4TOM'S MAGIC hangs-on to take the $400k Breeders' Cup. The King's Plate runner-up would not tolerate a slow pace and took matters into his own hands defiantly under Rafael Hernandez, winning for @Stidhamracing, @CJThoroughbreds and Mo Speed Racing.
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Mr. Will Wong
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Final Trailer for WICKED: FOR GOOD!![]()
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My website mrwillwong.com crashed repeatedly during tiff50 with a huge surge in traffic. Literally by day 8 of the Festival we already surpassed what we get normally in our busy Septembers.![]()
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Extremely proud of the team. In a changing media landscape where being "media" means you are now fighting to be seen in amidst a crowded sea of influencers, I have had to learn to be competent at both. This is neither good nor bad, but it is the reality of the landscape now. I never foresaw myself doing reels about food or diarizing my life in videos but it is now by day-to-day.![]()
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We have your chance to win passes to an Advance Screening of ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER starring Leonardo DiCaprio, in Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver!![]()
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The PSL is back for its 22nd year at Starbucks, while TIFF is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Fun fact - The PSL is the #1 limited-time offering in Starbucks history.![]()
Starbucks is here to help you stay caffeinated and satiated this TIFF season with an epic NEW pairing – the Pecan Oat Cortado & Mini Everything Bagels. This espresso-forward beverage and convenient breakfast option for on-the-go will help you get through those long TIFF days. ![]()
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#tiff50: Updated Reviews include: CHRISTY, IF I HAD LEGS I'D KICK YOU, SOUND OF FALLING, CHARLIE HARPER, BLOOD LINES, MILE END KICKS, SENTIMENTAL VALUE, and more.![]()
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ryusuke nakagawa
#FOOD: CHEF RYUSUKE NAKAGAWA RECEIVES MICHELIN SERVICE AWARD 2025
At the MICHELIN Awards in Toronto on Thursday, September 18, Executive Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa of Aburi Hana received the MICHELIN Service Award and Aburi Hana retained its MICHELIN Star, marking four consecutive years of recognition. The honours reflect the restaurant’s refined kaiseki artistry and guest-focused hospitality, with Aburi Hana continuing as a One MICHELIN Star destination in Toronto. This marks Aburi Hana’s fourth consecutive year being recognized with a MICHELIN Star, having received a star in 2022, 2023, 2024, and now 2025.
“It is truly an honour for Aburi Hana to retain its MICHELIN star for the fourth consecutive year. This recognition is a reflection of the hard work and dedication that our team brings every day, and I am deeply grateful to see those efforts acknowledged,” says Executive Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa.
The MICHELIN Service Award recognizes hospitality that goes above and beyond and keeps the guest at the centre of every decision. It celebrates teams who anticipate needs before they are voiced, remain attentive without overstepping, and master the balance that defines exceptional service. At Aburi Hana, service touches every element of the evening. Plateware and pacing are considered with care. The dining room’s sound and scent are tuned to heighten perception. The elaborate pottery is integral to the experience and was selected in person by chef Nakagawa from artisans in Arita, Japan, the birthplace of Japanese porcelain. Guests receive light guidance before arrival so the room remains free of distraction, including setting phones to silent and avoiding perfume, which allows delicate aromas to be appreciated fully. Together, these details create a standard of hospitality that is all-encompassing and transportive.
Reflecting on the recognition and what it represents for the team, chef Nakagawa says, “The highlight for me this year is receiving the MICHELIN Service Award — the only restaurant in Toronto to be recognized in this way. While I take pride in my own cuisine, I am even more proud that our team, moving forward together with the same vision, has been recognized for the hospitality and care we give to our guests. This award is not only meaningful to me personally, but also a source of joy and pride for our entire team.”
With a fourth consecutive MICHELIN Star and the MICHELIN Service Award for Executive Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa, Aburi Hana stands among Toronto’s most distinguished dining rooms. These honours reflect a legacy of Kaiseki artistry, meticulous craft, and sincere hospitality that shaped an intimate and transportive experience for guests. Together, they mark a defining chapter in the city’s culinary story and a lasting testament to the team behind it.
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