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Spring’s popping up all over – Strictly Savings

Spring’s here! Hurrah! I can’t believe what a bit of sunshine can do to lift the spirits. Add a fabulous food spot and terrific shopping and you have the makings of a perfect spring week!

VENARELLO’S PASTICCERIA AND CAFE:

To keep in the sunny spirit, Ernesto recommended excellent espresso and a light repast at the family-run Venarello’s Pasticceria and Cafe on Dufferin St. Just entering this warm, cozy cafe was perfect for lifting the winter doldrums — the place was jammed with happy noshers and the staff was getting ready for the lunch rush. Owner Rocco Figliomeni and his wife, Susan, along with kids Michael, Daniel and Matthew were busy taking orders, making coffees and refilling the sweet section. “Our specialty is osso bucco and our homemade hamburgers,” says Rocco in front of his impressive “tavola calda” — hot table brimming with such specialties as veal, peppers, fresh salads, pizza and more. “And Fridays is fish day.” Open early for breakfast, Rocco, who’s worked in the industry for decades, and his team create an amazing array of desserts, cakes, cookies and more. Catering, too. Open early, closed late, seven days a week.

VENARELLO’S PASTRICCERIA 7 CAFE,
2896 Dufferin St. (south of Lawrence Ave. W.),
416-781-2555,
Open seven days a week,
7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

SURPLUS DIESEL POP UP 2014 SPRING/SUMMER SAMPLE SALE:

Spring’s the season for pop-up sales and this one’s sensational. Taking place in one of my favourite shopping spots (the Heartland Town Centre), you’ll find four days of major savings on men’s and women’s fashion including swimwear, intimates, denim, T-shirts, accessories, hoodies and more, all at major savings. Name brands include Diesel, Lucky7, G-Star Raw and more. This is this season’s samples — you can save up to 90% off last year’s samples at the same sale.

SURPLUS DIESEL POP UP 2014 SPRING/SUMMER SAMPLE SALE, April 3-6,
Heartland Town Centre,
885 Rodeo Dr., Unit 2, Mississauga,
Thursday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

BORDER TRENDS SPRING SALE:

Still haven’t had a chance to frame those holiday pics? The terrific Border Trends Spring Sale starts this Saturday and here’s your chance to save big on everything from photo frames to decorative mirrors, albums and more. Collections to create a gallery of your favourite photos in various sizes and styes. This company is a leading designer, manufacturer and importer of these items so you’ll find deals for as little as a few dollars!

BORDER TRENDS SPRING SALE:
April 5-13, 5496 Gorvan Dr.,
Mississauga (near Tomken Rd.),
905-238-1807,
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

PARKHURST OUTLET SPRING SALE:

On until April 12, here’s your chance to save big on a whole variety of fabulous knitwear and more from this famous Canadian company — everything from sweaters to hats, tops to raincoats, and lots of accessories. Today is no-HST day!

PARKHURST OUTLET SPRING SALE: April 3-12
22 Research Rd. (Eglinton Ave. E. and Brentcliffe Rd.),
April 3 preview day, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Regular hours:
Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.;
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
Parkhurst.ca.

CASALIFE FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES SPRING WAREHOUSE SALE:

Starting today to Sunday, here’s your chance to take advantage of deep discounts — from 20% to 70% off — all sorts of bedroom sets, dining room and living room furniture. More than 30,000 sq. ft. of savings at this famous sale!

CASALIFE FURNITURE AND ACCESSORIES WAREHOUSE SALE, April 3-6,
350 Evans Ave., Etobicoke,
Thursday-Friday, noon to 8 p.m.,
Saturday, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Casalife.com.

LUV2PAK SPRING GIFT PACKAGING WAREHOUSE SALE:

I love gift wrap and beautifully packaged goods. And I’m giving you advanced notice this wonderful company specializing in all things gift packing is having its famous spring sale starting on Monday, April 7. Luv2Pak offers the most amazing savings on a huge assortment of gorgeous gift packaging, including ribbon, tissues, paper, boxes and so much more. This is one of North America’s biggest wholesales when it comes to wrap, with a large nod to the environment too. With Easter, Mother’s Day and shower and wedding season coming our way, definitely put this sale high up on your list.

LUV2PAK SPRING WAREHOUSE SALE, April 7 to 12,
20 Tangiers Rd. (east of Keele St., off Finch Ave.);
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.;
416-398-1995;
Luv2pak.com.

BARGAINS GROUP OUTLET STORE:

We used to wait until November for this famous sale — now the good news is the Bargains Group Outlet Store, is open year-round — no more waiting for winter holidays! Everything from fashion to outwear, sleepwear, gift items and so much more. Now’s the time to start shopping for summer camp necessities, but there also a huge selection of T-shirts (three for $10, sweatshirts, only $10, blankets for $5 and more, with new items constantly being added. Great goods for Bat and Bar-Mitzvahs, loot bags and more, all at deep, wholesale discounts!

BARGAINS GROUP OUTLET STORE,
894 Caledonia Rd., (south of Lawrence Ave. W., at Glencairn, enter at rear),
Wednesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Bargainsgroup.com.

SUMMERHILL NURSERY AND FLORAL:

The longest winter I can remember really beat the joy out of me this year. Don’t get me wrong — I love winter — but enough with the cold. So my good friend Ernesto told me he had just the thing — a visit to the Summerhill Nursery and Floral urban garden centre, in the Dupont and Davenport area. Why had I never visited? Within moments of entering this wonderful spot, I felt wonderful — all those glorious spring flowers ready to be planted, rows upon rows of seeds, gardening statues, planters, statues of Buddhas and angels, pretty crowds of pansies and enormous hydrangeas. I kept finding the most amazing flowers — and then I spied tiny olive trees, ready to be taken home and nurtured. My heart swelled with joy. The company has events throughout the year including afternoon teas, barbecues and book signings of famous authors. Located on two and a half acres in downtown Toronto, Summerhill has been serving city gardeners since 1998, offering a spectacular and complete selection of garden plants and accessories, planters, fountains, statuary, tools, soils and garden furniture. Plenty of complimentary parking on-site and easy access via TTC. Summerhill Nursery And Floral is the perfect antidote to lift the winter blahs and get you excited for the spring season.

SUMMERHILL NURSERY AND FLORAL URBAN GARDEN CENTRE,
1 Poplar Plains,
Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
416-922-6902;
Summerhillnursery.ca.

BASKITS WAREHOUSE SALE:

I’m so excited the famous Baskits warehouse sale in the city’s east-end starts today to April 11 featuring major savings — from 40% to 70% off the retail — on a large variety of gift items perfect for any occasion. Look for deals on everything from gourmet foods, preserves, sauces, chocolates, dips and treats, plus gift items that are perfect not only for mom, but for weddings and baby showers, birthdays, corporate, special occasions and much more. With Passover, Easter and Mother’s Day coming faster than ever, it’s a great time to consider Baskits!

BASKITS WAREHOUSE SALE 2014, April 3-11,
750 Birchmount Rd.,
Units 51 (south of Eglinton Ave. E.);
Thursday, April 3, 10 a.m to 6 p.m.,
Friday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday April 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
April 7 to 11 (Monday-Friday), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
416-755-1100 or 1-800-561-9177,
Baskits.com.

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