The Cashmere ShopIn 2003, Alison Currie took over The Cashmere Shop from her father, carrying on the legacy of Mongolian made, heirloom quality, 100% cashmere garments. She began designing the collections herself, took the brand global, and expanded the business by introducing a bespoke design program, private label wholesale options, and a corporate ordering program.
Dark Horse Espresso BarFounded in 2006 by Deanna Zunde and Ed Lynds, Dark Horse Espresso Bar is one of Toronto’s original indie cafés. This location is where all the coffee shops’ breads and baked goods are made. Artisanal pizzas are exclusive to this take-out-centric outpost, and patrons of this spot get to try whatever else they’re experimenting with in the kitchen.
House of MonsteraHouse of Monstera is a family-run online plant store offering enthusiasts just like us the best access to uncommon and extraordinary tropical plants. From our micronursery to your doorstep, we serve Toronto locals and ship nationwide.
Janna WatsonCanadian painter Janna Watson uses abstraction as both an escape from and return to the real. As the world we know dematerializes into paint strokes, so too does her paint take stage as its very own character in a multi-act drama of composition. Her work has appeared in notable public collections including those of TD Bank, CIBC, Telus, the Ritz-Carlton, ONi ONE, the Soho Metropolitan Hotel, and Saks Fifth Avenue.
Unbun FoodsIn 2018, Unbun Foods founder Gus Klemos wanted to be able to enjoy his favourite burgers and sandwiches, but without the guilt, gluten, and empty carbs found in buns made from processed white flour. The result was a development of products that not only taste amazing, but are also keto, paleo, grain-free and gluten-free. Unbun has grown to over 1,500 locations, including Loblaws, Metro, Whole Foods, The Burger’s Priest, and more.
Colin PenmanColin Penman is an Emmy Award-winning makeup artist with over 30 years of experience in the film and television industries. He has worked with many top talents on some of your favourite films and TV shows, including Star Trek: Discovery, American Gods, Killjoys, the Saw franchise, Pacific Rim, Hairspray, Total Recall, and many more.
Gaucho Pie CoGaucho Pie Co. is a family-run bakery brought to you by the Arevalo siblings. We specialize in savoury and sweet Argentinian delicacies. Our empanadas are made from grass fed beef, organic eggs, sliced olives and only the finest ingredients. Our alfajores are gluten-free and made with dulce de leche and shaved coconut. Ask us about our custom varieties, available upon request.
Thrush HolmesThrush Holmes, a self-taught Toronto-based artist, has exhibited throughout Canada and the US and is placed among Canada’s top-selling living artists. His work can be found in numerous celebrity and high-profile collections, including the Government of Ontario Art Collection, and Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Art Collection (Canada), and has garnered national and international critical acclaim.
Canvas GalleryCanvas Gallery offers a regularly changing, extensive inventory of original artworks by more than 80 established and emerging artists from across Canada. It’s a place for customers to make a personal statement in their home or office through the creativity of local and national working artists. Owners Megan Less and Mark Hunter believe in making original art accessible and the purchasing experience unintimidating and fun.
Van Harten & TossellVan Harten & Tossell is about art, design and expression. Our work is geared towards creating dynamic and impactful pieces that push the traditional skills of floristry towards the world of sculpture. This vision is built on a strong foundation of customer care and communication, because we believe that every piece is collaborative, and that the happiness of our clients is the inspiration for our work.
Mike FordSince 2009, Mike has professionally photographed many exceptional faces. He approaches portraiture as an opportunity to tell a story about amazing people living extraordinary lives. Paying fine attention to detail, Mike is remarkably easy going and confident with his subjects. Clients include CBC, VISA, GM, HGTV, ScotiaBank, Corus Entertainment, Big Brother Canada, Infiniti, York University, & Report On Business Magazine.
Porch ModernColen Colthurst has been collecting and selling only the finest examples of craftsmanship and design for over 20 years. His focus is on well known International designers but is not limited to this. Any object seen as well designed, unique, or interesting is fair game and interests range from Bauhaus to modern day objects. Porch Modern sells items from a simple Dansk candle holder to a Charles Eames Organic Design chair or a Bertoia sculpture.
Good Behaviour Ice CreamGood Behaviour Ice Cream is an exciting new concept brought to you by Chef Michael Lam & Eric Chow, who, like so many people this past year, found themselves turning to ice cream as a source of comfort. Combining the nostalgia of ice cream with their professional experiences in restaurants, they started Good Behaviour as a way to create (and to eat!) some of the most creative and delicious ice creams in the city.
The Tulip VarietyThe cutest local bodega in town lives right here. Not your average convenience store, The Tulip Variety features curated selections of locally made foodstuffs and sundries. Milk? Check. Chips? Check. What else do you need? Flowers? Well this place is home to the Van Harten & Tossell floral studio. Vintage records? Pop-ups with local restos? Did we mention chips? Check, check and double check.
Boochin'Boochin’ Jun Kombucha is handmade, locally, in small batches using only all natural ingredients: water, organic green tea, raw Ontario honey, active culture, fruit and/or organic spices. The fermation processes takes up to 10 days, but the wait is worth it as the end result is a lightly fizzy, oh so tasty champagne like drink. It’s so refreshing that it’s often compared to being as refreshing as jumping in a swimming pool on summer day.
Andrew GrintonAndrew's love for taking photos all started off in Australia. Nineteen years old and broke all he could afford was an old Ricoh from a pawn shop ..... and 25 years later, he still feels very fortunate to be doing this for a living. Although he has a studio in the city, his weekends are often filled with long walks through High Park with his wife, daughter and son.
Mongrel MediaMongrel Media is a leading independent film distributor focused on bringing the best of local and world cinema to Canadian audiences. Founded in 1994 by Hussain Amarshi, the company has built a reputation as an innovative and distinct brand, with a discerning taste. Mongrel Media prides itself on building bold and uniquely customized distribution strategies for each film.
Famiglia BaldassarreFamiglia Baldassarre has been supplying Toronto’s most discerning chefs with traditional, fresh pasta of the highest quality since 2010. Leandro Baldassarre shares his passion of true Italian culture through pasta the way it once was: uncomplicated, humble, and wholly gratifying. With a variety of fresh pastas and condiments made daily, take some home or join us for lunch and we will prepare you some of our favorite dishes.
Freedom JarsFreedom Jars are all-natural vegan breakfast jars packed with superfoods. They’re handmade and prepared daily, created to provide you with the energy to take on your busy day. Our mission is to provide food that has a positive impact on your health and happiness. We use only the best quality ingredients, picking the freshest fruits, finest nuts and tastiest yogurts from the city’s best local suppliers.
Palmerston DesignAs today’s interiors move from hard-edged minimalism towards comfortable simplicity, Palmerston seeks to provide its clients with warm, inviting interiors that are chic and timeless. Clients provide inspiration and much of Palmerston’s work is enhanced and improved by the client relationship. Palmerston’s signature is that there is not one look. From modern to traditional we work to create the best space for our client.
Forté EntertainmentFORTÉ is helmed by internationally award-winning creators and producers, Andrea and Mitch Gabourie. We produce content in the factual, lifestyle, scripted and kids spaces for broadcasters around the globe. Trusted for our experience and sought-out for our dedication to quality production, we are known for taking creative risks, making great content and working with amazing people.
Sanremo CanadaSanremo is an internationally recognized brand of premium quality, commercial grade espresso coffee machines. Originating from a family business in Treviso, Italy, and driven by a passion for building espresso machines for generations, Sanremo represents an unprecedented quality of craftsmanship, design, and innovation.
Studio SophomoreFor brands that need photography, video, copy writing, graphic design, creative strategy, and social media management, Sophomore is your out-of-house content arm. Co-founders Cainan Querido and Chelsey Burnside don’t believe in cranking out mediocre content simply to keep your channels filled. We focus on making truly excellent content — the kind of stuff that makes your audience want to read/watch/click/listen.
aN-hydraSusanne Langmuir’s resumé includes being an extremely successful perfumer as well as the woman responsible for Bite Beauty, which she launched in 2012 right here at The Artisan Factory. After leaving Bite in 2018, she's back at it with her newest venture: aN-hydra, a waterless, environmentally sustainable skin care powder that restores balance, cleanses, and purifies.
Northern LinesNorthern Lines strives to provide the cleanest, most consistent line cleaning and maintenance service in Ontario adhering to the highest industry standard, as set by the Brewers' Association. We are proud to act as your draught advisors and strive to work collaboratively to ensure you are pulling the fullest profit potential with every pour.
Ace Hill BeerAt Ace Hill, we’re passionate about good times with good friends. We make simple, premium drinks for those occasions — on the dock, at concerts and even in the skies. It began with our co-founder Blake, who brewed award-winning beer in his garage for friends’ weddings and parties. That inspired our founding team to come together and start Ace Hill: a beverage company focused on quality, simplicity and good times.
Samara ShuterSamara Marlee Shuter is a contemporary Canadian artist known for her strikingly bold paintings of men’s suits. Born in Montreal, Shuter is an untrained artist who began her career in the film industry. Since 2012, Shuter has staged multiple solo exhibitions and her work has been showcased throughout Canada and the United States at such esteemed sites as the Rockefeller Center in NYC and the Bronx Museum of the Arts.
AnydayIn a world of “We’ll get to it someday”, Anyday is the promise of possibility. Organizations of all sizes come to us to help start something new or change what already exists, and this energy and motivation stems from the sense of possibility. The possibility of growing a team. The possibility of pivoting your business towards success. The possibility of impacting the future.