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THE CONVERSATION
Raising a glass to Hollywood North
Under the Influence • Simu Liu, the actor best known for portraying the Marvel superhero Shang-Chi, is talented, charming, handsome and ubiquitous. But, in an era of financial instability, medical uncertainty and existential unease, is he really the most influential Torontonian of the year? On its face, the idea may seem preposterous. And were he just a guy in spandex on a sound stage, I’d agree. But consider what Liu represents.
THE PERKS OF BEING AN INSIDER • Toronto Life’s membership program hosts a series of exclusive events
Third Term’s the Charm • Torontonians opted for a familiar face in uneasy times
Well Versed • With a lot of gumption and a little help from Instagram, Rupi Kaur has become one of the bestselling poets ever. This month, she brings her world tour to Massey Hall
Ego Meter • WHAT’S MAKING AND SHAKING THE CITY’S SELF-IMAGE
Cost of Living • What Torontonians make and how they spend it
The Audit • AN APPRAISAL OF THE MONTH IN MONEY
The Questionnaire
Urban Diplomat
Sweet Spot • Delicious maple-infused recipes for perfect holiday party fare.
THE Most Influential PEOPLE 2022
SIMU LIU No.1 • The CBC star turned Marvel action hero is everywhere. In the past year, he’s hosted SNL, ruled Celebrity Jeopardy!, released a bestselling memoir and designed a luxury condo. But his actual superpower? Using his newly acquired celebrity to make the world a better place
THE PREMIER’S INNER CIRCLE • The advisers and backroom operators who propelled Ford to power (again)
THE HIGH ROLLERS • Five CEOs competing for iGaming glory
THE TIKTOK TITANS • They’re young, fun and taking over the internet one video at a time
THE MICHELIN STARS • The city’s new culinary heroes
THE BIG NEW GIGS • Five people stepping into powerful roles
THE FIGHT OF MY LIFE
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The dinner party is back • Accompany this four-course meal with bubbles, a bright chard and big reds from Josh Cellars
Grub Hub • The best Toronto-made goodies to to give and receive
Culture • Our picks for the best things to see, do, read and hear this month in Toronto
What Torontonians are watching and reading right now
Rock Star • This year, at 62, I became the oldest woman to summit K2. It was one of three peaks higher than 8,000 metres that I completed in a single season