From the very first time I stepped into Oakes Garden Theatre in Niagara Falls, I knew this place felt different. Tucked away, yet still right at the foot of Clifton Hill and overlooking the Niagara River, is a garden that offers a striking contrast to the energy nearby. With its formal terraces, stone pathways, carefully planted flower beds and sweeping views, it has the feel of a traditional European garden, evoking an old-world elegance and the refined landscape design of a

There's something about a warm summer evening in Burlington that calls for a scoop of gelato. It seems like everybody and their mother is out for either ice cream or gelato this time of year, and honestly, I get it. You might think gelato and ice cream are basically the same thing… but they're actually not. Gelato is basically better. I made it my mission to find some of the best places to get gelato in Burlington. These are the five spots I’d recommend.

While linen often gets the spotlight as the quintessential summer fabric, cotton poplin deserves just as much attention; and I honestly prefer it. Originally developed as a tightly woven plain-weave fabric, cotton poplin is known for its smooth surface, lightweight feel, and subtle structure. It has been used for everything from tailored shirts to full skirts and dresses, and for good reason.