I’ve been playing around with my little iPhone camera a lot lately. I downloaded a cool little app called Camerabag that automatically slaps some arty filters on your pictures, and actually makes them look pretty cool (for 2 megapixels).

This pic was snapped at our favourite new local bar: the Curzon. They have an amazing, and eclectic draft selection, an awesome bartender with a brogue (who will grab you Thai food if the kitchen isn’t open) and is ringed with rather decadent old Victorian style couches – careful, sink into one and you might never leave!

What I love about the place is that it (and the whole Leslieville neighborhood, actually) is certainly hip, but not too cool for school. It is super friendly, and cosy at the same time as being arty and unconventional – and there’s not a surly hipster to be found (Parkdale hangouts could learn a thing or two).