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Rascacielo said:
Grand opening of Adidas right, not the mall? In fact Adidas has been opened for a couple of months.
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The opening of more retail is coming soon, I'd say in the first week of October. I was there last week and the Indigo is very far along with signage and bookshelves going up. As well I think that the third rental building along Wellington will likely start seeing tenants in October as well.
 
rdaner said:
The opening of more retail is coming soon, I'd say in the first week of October. I was there last week and the Indigo is very far along with signage and bookshelves going up. As well I think that the third rental building along Wellington will likely start seeing tenants in October as well.
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Not sure which building you are referring to as the 'third rental building along Wellington'. Going from east to west along Wellington, the first two buildings are rentals, but the third, the westernmost building is a Tridel condominium building, with occupancy anticipated to be early in the new year.

All three residential buildings along Front Street have residents in them. The third residential building to be occupied in The Well complex is the RioCan Living building, the east most residential building on Front Street, which started tenant move-ins six weeks ago, on August 1.
 
AHK said:
Not sure which building you are referring to as the 'third rental building along Wellington'. Going from east to west along Wellington, the first two buildings are rentals, but the third, the westernmost building is a Tridel condominium building, with occupancy anticipated to be early in the new year.

All three residential buildings along Front Street have residents in them. The third residential building to be occupied in The Well complex is the RioCan Living building, the east most residential building on Front Street, which started tenant move-ins six weeks ago, on August 1.
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Thanks for the clarification.
 

New Restaurants by Oliver & Bonacini Coming Soon to The Well​

Aera and La Plume will open this fall, followed by The Dorset this winter

TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The Well, a new mixed-use development bordering Front, Spadina and Wellington, will soon welcome three new chef-driven Oliver & Bonacini (O&B) restaurants.

Bringing peak indulgence to the 38th floor of 8 Spadina Avenue will be Aera, a luxuriously appointed steakhouse, sushi counter, cocktail bar, and rooftop terrace with breathtaking views of downtown Toronto. Paying homage to 21st century American cooking, O&B Corporate Executive Chef Anthony Walsh and Executive Chef Binit Pandey have curated menus highlighting seasonal raw bar delicacies, a handsome selection of steaks and chops, and lavish takes on classic comfort food. Slated for opening in November, Aera sets its sights on reminding us just how special dining out can be—especially at 38 stories up.

Downstairs facing onto Wellington Street West, unruffled Southern French fare will roost at La Plume, a two-level brasserie set to open in late November. Led by Executive Chef John Horne (Canoe, Auberge du Pommier, Maison Selby), La Plume's menus will be largely inspired by Chef Horne's experience cooking in France, featuring a mix of timeless classics and fresh seaside flavours, along with a strong rotisserie program and tartare bar. In addition, a tucked away speakeasy will beckon guests with late night cocktails and bottle service.

Coming in winter 2024, The Dorset will bring a taste of the British coastline and countryside to Wellington Street West. Driven by Executive Chef and British ex-pat Ryan Lister (Liberty Commons at Big Rock Brewery, The Rabbit Hole), The Dorset will feature a charming and welcoming main floor bar, while the upstairs dining room will serve an elevated à la carte menu and Chef's tasting experience.
For all the latest news—including opening schedule, behind-the-scenes sneak peeks and career opportunities—follow @aera.restaurant, @laplumebrasserie and @thedorset.to on Instagram.

About Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality

Founded in 1993 by Peter Oliver and Michael Bonacini, Oliver & Bonacini is recognized as one of Canada's leading hospitality groups. With locations in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton and Halifax, O&B's diverse portfolio includes a diverse collection of unique and innovative restaurants, event venues, catering arms, and several strategic partnerships.
 
Saturday evening - quite a number of staff in at the Indigo store setting up, loading books onto the shelves. More people than can be seen in the photos, as I tried to time avoiding them as I was shooting.

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AHK said:
Saturday evening - quite a number of staff in at the Indigo store setting up, loading books onto the shelves. More people than can be seen in the photos, as I tried to time avoiding them as I was shooting.

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With the massive turnover in Indigo's C-Suite; a question looms, is this the first of many locations like this; or is it the last?

The added question is whether Indigo as a brand will even exist at this time next year.

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Of note by the way, Indigo's revenue these days........57% from books/printed material, 43% other.
 
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