Author: Michelle V
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Viking otters on the hunt for rare gems? The key to an immersive board game is art
When game objectives and mechanics meet captivating visuals, players can be transported into an immersive experience. Designing a board game is a creative and collaborative process, and no one knows that better than Roberto Panetta. Panetta is the founder of the Montreal-based publishing company Rock, Stone & Dice Games and creator of The Gems of Iridescia, a board…
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Ann Pornel dishes on all her favourite Filipino foods
I recently had the opportunity to chat with Ann Pornel, co-host of The Great Canadian Baking Show, about something that is near and dear to both of us: Filipino food. For me, growing up in Thunder Bay, Ont., meant the only Philippine cuisine available was whatever my parents made. Adobo, mechado and torta are synonymous with…
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Finding queer-friendly spaces in the world of TTRPGs
Safe spaces are vital for LGBTQIA+ folks. In the realm of tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs), this pertains not only to the fictional worlds being crafted but also to the people with whom these worlds are co-created. Queer-friendly TTRPGs aren’t just about who your character might fall in love with — though that can be part…
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Boredom can be bad for your cat’s health — here’s how you can help
Between the hours of seven and eight in the morning, my cat wakes me up with head bonks, purrs and tummy cuddles. Around nine, I spot him staring out of the large windows of my downtown condo, eyeing pigeons and passersby. By 10 o’clock, he’s got a case of the zoomies, darting across the living…
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A beginners’ guide to walking your cat
Have you wondered if your cat feels trapped or bored inside? Have you considered taking your cat for a walk? Though we’re more accustomed to seeing dogs on leashes, it isn’t unheard of for domestic cats to get some fresh air and exercise outside the confines of their homes — and there are plenty of…
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11 memorable food scenes from holiday films and specials — and what to eat while you watch them
I remember the first time I watched Mickey’s Christmas Carol on television as a kid. It was actually my introduction to the classic Charles Dickens tale. Of all the scenes, one stood out to me the most: Ebenezer is visited by the Ghost of Christmas Present, and they’re surrounded by an abundance of delectable food, including piles…
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9 Canadian horror films that belong on every Halloween watch-list
Movies have the incredible power to tap into our emotions. No genre of film does this on such a visceral and cerebral level as horror, targeting the audiences’ deepest, darkest fears. Some people veer toward the gruesome and graphic, while others gravitate toward the more psychologically frightening. Some horror fans enjoy monsters and ghouls that…
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‘The focus is about Black lives and Black voices:’ Utopia Falls creator R.T. Thorne shares his curated watch list
R.T. Thorne’s series Utopia Falls illustrates diverse young leaders who rise up against their oppressors, something the world is in need of and, thankfully, is not of short supply. Born in Calgary but now living in Toronto, Thorne has built a long career as a television director, producer, filmmaker, and music video director for a…
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