Run It Into the Ground

Friendships and relationships still confuse me. I constantly misinterpret boundaries and irritate myself by my own impulsiveness. So, like any resolute adult, I still run. A lot. When I pass fellow runners, their faces contorted in agony, I get it.

Gentleman Vs. Jackass: ‘In Da Club’

I detest clubs.

My standard rant: you go with a group of friends, end up losing half of them five minutes after you’re in the door, and spend the next 45 minutes in an alcohol-induced haze sifting through a sweaty crowd of people for a familiar face.

Granted, this isn’t everyone’s experience. I’ve just had a long string of very bad experiences. But last weekend I went to a club and actually ended up having a fairly good time. And while the club scene still isn’t my, well, scene, here are some things you can do to ensure a good time had by all.

Review: L’Oreal Men Care Line & Contest

If a sliver-sized soap bar and a residue-covered shampoo bottle defines your entire hygiene regimen, it’s time to clean up your act, so to speak. Priority on men’s hygiene products often falls to the wayside; both by the companies making them and the guys who should be buying them. L’Oreal has designed a line of products exclusively for men — here are TMG’s top five to get you through your standard morning routine.

Montreal Knows Best

In honour of Canada Day weekend, TMG’s Noémie C. Adrien talks with two Montréalers about how to be a stylish Canadian.

A Gentleman, A Scholar, A Rapper

Canadian rapper Shad talks to TMG about music and his career. Shad will be performing in Toronto on Canada Day as part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival.

Video: Banff World Media Festival 2011

We just got back from Banff where we were recently recognized as one of Canada’s hottest websites at the Banff World Media Festival. We created this video to introduce festival go-ers to our TMG brand and we’re just as excited to share it with you.

Review: The Samsung Nexus S

The Nexus S is the second iteration of official Google phone and the first made by Samsung (the Nexus One was manufactured by HTC). Taking a number of design cues from the extremely successful Galaxy S class of phones, Samsung has broken the mold with the new S.

Summer Cooking: Two Dishes Sure to Impress

Merrick Anderson has spent six years in the kitchen at the world-renowned Four Seasons hotel. This week, he gives you two summer-inspired recipes, perfect to prepare for a date or to wow guests.

Gentleman Vs. Jackass: How to wear a polo shirt

Easy as the polo is to put on, picking the right one for the right look can be a challenge. There’s a fine line when it comes to wearing a polo; between looking like you auditioned for a spot on Jersey Shore and looking like a dignified gentleman. Here are some suggestions to get you ready to get ready for warmer weather.