Sisters Are Doing it for Themselves: The Factory Collective Hits Cabbagetown

We attended the Factory Collective Vintage Pop-Up Sale when it first launched in Queen Street West. This past Saturday, the popular sale popped up at the famous Cobourg in Cabbagetown and naturally we dropped by to peruse vintage fashion and partake of their delectable brunch.

On the menu was Walnut & Cranberry Bread French Toast with strawberry, apricot and black cherry compote, and watermelon salad on the side.  In addition, they served Poached Organic Eggs on Wilted Spinach & Feta Puff Pastry (also coupled with the watermelon salad).

Dorothy and I were amazed to learn that the extraordinary cuisine was prepared by The Collective themselves (Crystal Hutcheson, Ami Spears, Christine Atkinson & Lizzie Windsor) -- each for the ridiculously low price of $10.

While we savoured our meal, new and loyal clients poured in consistently and it's no wonder -- their hospitality is genuine and their vintage treasures are eclectic and elegant.

If you missed this pop-up sale, don't worry -- there'll be another one this summer.  For details, be sure to check out The Factory Collective facebook page.

Alex, Taco, Selene & Sarah at The Communal Mule

The fall days are getting brisker, however it didn't stop these young ladies from enjoying a cup of coffee on the doorstep of The Communal Mule. Upon meeting them, I not only discovered that I previously shot Sarah, but I instantly fell in love with Taco.

Peter Loves for Ezra's Pound

Carlos: Latte at Zaza's

Joe at Zaza's

Crystal in Jet Fuel

Liz Steps Out...

Happy Valentines Day!

Ian and Ami are members of the local band "Ostrich Tuning." We recently caught their performance at Jet Fuel and couldn't help admire their charming retro flavour. Ami also sells vintage clothing with her friend Crystal online. Their website is aptly titled "Heroine Vintage".

"Hatred of Capitalism"

Taya was doing some light reading in Moonbean Café.

Sasha in Moonbean Café

Eric's Work of Art

Eric's work of art, entitled "Remnants", is currently being displayed at Jet Fuel. The piece is a collage of his childhood possessions installed chronologically on the wall. Some of the objects suspended above are dolls, erector sets, racy magazines and a Commodore 64. It's an explosion of nostalgic geekdom. The display will be exhibited throughout the entire month at the popular Cabbagetown café.

Celeste Keeping Warm in Moonbean Café

Celeste came in from the cold to get a latte in Kensington Market. She looked fantastic in her stylish nylons and Zara boots. She was also very patient waiting for me to unfog my camera lens before taking this shot.