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As the moon prepares to shine at its fullest during the Mid-Autumn Festival, TUDOR introduces a timely new addition to its collection: the 1926 Luna, the brand’s first watch featuring a moon phase complication. Designed in collaboration with TUDOR ambassador Jay Chou, the release draws inspiration from Eastern lunar traditions, offering a mechanical tribute to a cultural moment that celebrates family, unity, and reflection under the moonlight.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a special occasion in Chinese culture that symbolizes reunion, abundance, and heritage, centered around food and family gatherings. Chef Eric Chong of aKin thoughtfully designed a festive menu for this second edition of our Art of Celebration annual—one that blends traditional meanings with contemporary creativity and craft, interpreting the festival through the lens of modern Cantonese fine dining cuisine.
Congratulations to The Queen Seafood Cuisine on their Grand Opening, celebrated on September 9th! Located in the vibrant Don Mills area, The Queen is the newest destination for refined Chinese dining, proudly serving the Greater Toronto Area with a modern take on classic Cantonese cuisine.
Colin Farrell, Fala Chen, and director Edward Berger attended the Canadian premiere of Ballad of a Small Player 《小人物之歌》 at TIFF 2025. Set in the neon-lit world of Macau’s casinos, the film follows Lord Doyle (Farrell), a washed-up gambler offered a second chance by the enigmatic Dao Ming (Chen), while pursued by a relentless investigator (Tilda Swinton). Directed by Edward Berger (All Quiet on the Western Front), the film also stars Deanie Ip and Alex Jennings.
Shu Qi 舒淇 made her North American directorial debut with the world premiere of Girl at the Toronto International Film Festival on the afternoon of September 9, warmly welcomed by an enthusiastic crowd of loyal fans. Set in Taiwan in 1988, Girl follows the story of Hsiao-lee, a quiet and withdrawn teenager living under the weight of silent sorrow. Her world begins to shift after meeting Li-li, a vibrant, carefree classmate whose friendship rekindles long-suppressed dreams.
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![On the 5th day of the new year, we have some more good food to share! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Culinary Consultant & Expert, @susanssavourit, excudes the beloved quote by Picasso that the “meaning of life is to find your gift. [And] the purpose](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/55e06149e4b0e924d81546a2/1613503546249-P0TML8GYWG8QUPCFZ4XH/image-asset.jpeg)
Internationally acclaimed pianist Lang Lang headlines the Toronto Symphony Orchestra’s 2025/26 season Gala at Roy Thomson Hall. The evening featured Beethoven’s iconic “Emperor” Concerto, a special performance by young protégé Ryan Huang, and celebrated the TSO’s commitment to music education and community programs in Toronto.