A Return to the Mad Decade

04/12/2021

It's finally here!!
Tonight is the night - our event! We cannot wait to see you all in presence tonight and hopefully participating along with us! It is gonna be the cat's pajamas, the bees knees, all of the above! Not to snap a cap but we're so excited to share all of our hard work with you guys. And we have to send a special thank you to all of our supporters, friends and families!
Now don't forget, we did send out emails on this past Wednesday that contained all recipes for tonight's demos! We will be encouraging cameras on and hopefully participation through the event. If you have any questions, message us in the chat during the event or ask live! Through the event, we ask that you share any photos or videos of you and your family participating and either tag us or use the hashtag   that way we can see them and hopefully create a special video for you all afterwards!
See you all at 7! But feel free to enter up to 15 minutes early!

04/12/2021

04/12/2021

The FINAL riddle!
Name that beverage!
As usual, rules are as follows:
1. Be a ticket holder to the event in order to be eligible to win raffle tickets!
2. First person to correctly guess the answer will win 3 free entries, the second person will win 2 free entries and the third and final person will win 1 free entry!
Good luck to all those who guess! We'll see you all tomorrow!

03/12/2021

We're only 33 hours away from our event! That means 33 hours for anyone to still buy admission tickets and/or raffle tickets!
Don't forget we'll be having:
•3 food demos
•2 beverage demos
•dance lesson
•raffle! With 5 prizes!
It's gonna be the cat's Meow and you aren't going to want to miss it!
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01/12/2021

Hope y'all like giggle juice!
Giggle Juice: also known as alcohol, liquor, cocktails in the 1920s. During our event we will have Cedric teaching you how to make the "Rye won't you call me" and Justin mixing up "the queen bee"! Two classic cocktails revamped to fit our modern age era of the twenties! Can you guess what they are originally called?? And these will surely be quilts as well! Do you know what that means? It's just a 20s slang term for drinks that'll make you feel warm - now ain't that the cat's pajamas.
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29/11/2021

Less than a week away!
We're less than a week away from this swingin' event! In 5 days and a bit we'll be whipping up some yummy snacks, and drinks that's are surely the bees knees! And don't forget the raffle! With a total of 5 possible prizes, now that's the cat's pajamas! And who could forget about the fox trottin skills of our guest Pauline who is going to teach you all how to get down like its 1920!
Don't forget to buy your admission and raffle tickets at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/srm-a-return-to-the-mad-decade-tickets-182115009897
You won't wanna miss this!
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25/11/2021

Hey you! Yeah, you!
Have you gotten your tickets yet?? If not, don't forget to go to the below link and grab your tickets to the event! You won't want to miss it, we have food demos, beverage demos, a dance lesson, a raffle! In which you could be eligible to win a baked goods box for Christmas, 3 awesome sparkling ciders, a giftcard to cocktail emporium, a set of glassware OR a winery tour valued at over $200.00!! Now that's the bees knees! You can also buy raffle tickets at the same link while purchasing your ticket to the event!
Can't wait to see you all there!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/srm-a-return-to-the-mad-decade-tickets-182115009897
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24/11/2021

Raffle Prize Number 5! Read Below ⬇️
This is our 5th and final raffle prize that you could win! This will be a set of 2 coupe glasses with 2 rocks glasses! All glasses were purchased from , which also happens to be where yesterday's prize is for! So this is a preview of what you can find at the emporium as well. Can't you just picture serving your favourite quilt or giggle juice in these beauts! Perfect for a "queen bee" or "Rye won't you call me" 😉

23/11/2021

Raffle Prize Number 4! Read Below ⬇️
Do you love making cocktails and impressing you guests?? Well cocktail emporium has everything you need to do so from beautiful glassware, to the tools you'll need! And you're in luck because this giftcard is our 4th prize that you could win in the raffle! Valued at $50.00!
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23/11/2021

Meet Josh Carere!
Growing up in Toronto, Josh was surrounded by a huge Italian family that loved food! Over the
years he attended a variety of programs in college & university, but there was only ever one industry
on his mind - the hospitality industry. Close to a decade in this industry and he is only just starting his
journey through this wonderful world of food and beverage! With Josh's previous knowledge in
marketing and finance, he can assist where needed to make this event come to life on December
4th!
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22/11/2021

Smoked Salmon.
Smoked Salmon has been around for years but it really gained growth in the twenties. Especially in modern times, Smoked Salmon has become extremely popular over the years with gravlax, bagels, platters, and more! There are many places and brands of Smoked salmon but one place that makes great Smoked Salmon is the Gaspesian Coast in Quebec. The grand Cascapedia River is known for its Salmon fishing, many celebs even visit the area to fish and stay at the camps along the river. This small, close knit community is proud of what they're known for - and it just to happens to be where our group member Chance's family originally came from! To check out more, visit here! https://www.cascapedia.ca/
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22/11/2021

Meet Chance Campbell!
Chance is a George Brown College Alumni in which he completed their Baking & Pastry Arts Management and Culinary Skills programs. Chance has been working in and out of the industry since 2016 and is currently working on furthering his education in the Restaurant Management program here at George Brown. Growing up in the small town of Bradford, he has an eye for unique, solely owned business’ in which he hopes to do one day for himself. He has an eye for detail and a strong passion for his work as you can see through his small cake business he runs from his home, his Instagram is Chance Campbell] if you wish to take a look! Chance hope's to open up his own business one day with a real storefront and serve locals and have a connection with everyone who walks through his door!
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22/11/2021

Smoked Salmon Mousse Tarts.
These are devine. The way the smokiness of the salmon compliments the creaminess of the cream cheese is perfect. Stay tuned for when Chance Campbell whips these up in his demo during the event! Smoked Salmon has been around for quite some time but it really started to gain a presence in the 1920s, commonly served on platters to the upper class. Here we see a modern twist on this classic flavour, served in a form that many guests are sure to enjoy!
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21/11/2021

Riddle Number 3! Read below ⬇️
It's that time of week again! Our third riddle is live and will you be one of the first three people to comment the correct answer! As usual the rules are as follows:
You must have a ticket to our event in order to be eligible to win these raffle tickets! The first person to correctly guess will receive 3 raffle entries, the second person will receive 2 entries and the third person will receive one! Once three people have correctly guessed, it's encouraged for people to still play along but the chance for free raffle entries will be closed! Good luck!

21/11/2021

Third raffle prize!!
Our third prize raffle has been provided to us by Her Father’s Cider Bar + Kitchen. A unique selection of three sparkling ciders perfect for the holiday season. Located in the historic Harbord Village in downtown Toronto, Her Father’s offers a wide selection of 100+ cider bottles from local and around the world including, Normandy, Brittany and Spain. Guests can also enjoy 12 craft ciders on draft with your own personal flight board.   The sparkling ciders include: * West Avenue Barret Fuller’s Secret * Bulle de Neige * Cidre Fermier Extra Brut!
Check them out here: https://www.herfathers.ca/
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20/11/2021

Fashion! Totally the cat's pajamas!
As of the early 1920s, the world was still recovering from the world war. The main characteristic to these new looks was simplicity. Something that wasn't a norm within women’s fashion.  The most popular  “la garçonne” look that dominated much of the decade which was also known as the flapper, visualized a dropped waist and creeping hemlines that could be made with cheap and affordable fabrics.  Now while womens fashion showcased simplicity in the 1920s so did menswear. Men moved away from ironed collars and formal suits during the day. Instead, simpler British wools and English tailored looks became the thing to wear. Wider cut pants also became commonly worn by the younger crowds, perhaps the male equivalent of the flappers.
Check out more here!:
https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/1920-1929/
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20/11/2021

Meet Mary Mckeigan!
Mary is a  prime member of our team! Originally from Manitoba, Mary made her way to Toronto with the same dream as many young women! To manage a restaurant of course! Aside from being in school full-time, Mary does modeling, works as a server and cares for her pup Hiccup! Mary has been a vital part to our marketing team here at Mad Decade Hospitality and has a ton of knowledge on the fashion industry, another key characteristic that has been beneficial to our team! Mary can't wait to meet and see all of you on the 4th at event!

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19/11/2021

Prohibiton & Parties.
The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution–which banned the manufacture, transportation and sale of intoxicating liquors–roared itself in a period in American history known as prohibition! This became official and went into effect on January 17, 1920. The increase of the illegal production and sale of liquor (known as “bootlegging”), the creation of speakeasies (illegal drinking spots) all helped lead to the wanting of the prohibition to end. In early 1933, Congress decided to repeal the amendment and create the 21st. The 21st Amendment was official on December 5, 1933, ending the Prohibition!
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19/11/2021

East vs West Coast Oysters! 🦪
Oysters have been a part of the human diet for thousands of years. They are regularly consumed on six of the seven continents by millions of people. Oysters have a rich history in New York especially in the 1920s, served to the upper class at the all the swingin parties. Like wine, though, oysters can vary greatly in appearance, taste, and texture depending on where they’re from.
https://www.marthastewart.com/7796530/east-west-coast-oysters-differences-explained
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18/11/2021

Oysters Rockafeller
When you hear Rockefeller you may think of the affluent family or you may think of a certain major television network that happened to start in 1926, though they didn't move to 30 Rock til 1933 when the building opened. Or where a giant Christmas tree is placed every year. But when you hear Oysters Rockafeller I can't help but think of one thing, decadence, delicacy, delicious! Okay that's three things but they all start with the same letter. That letter happens to be the same letter our shuckers name starts with, stay tuned to meet Damon. 
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18/11/2021

Meet Damon Noble!
Damon grew up in the heart of Greektown and having been surrounded by so many great restaurants it’s no surprise that he’s got a serious passion for food. He’s spent the last ten years honing his craft working in various kitchens and restaurants with many of them being on the Danforth to boot. In the last half of his career, he learned how to shuck an oyster pretty darn well and has made that a focal point of his career. If you plan to shuck along make sure you grab your self an oyster knife and click the link below to buy some of Damon's favourite oyster shucking knives!
https://www.amazon.ca/Swissmar-SK2013BK-Shucker-Universal-Oyster/dp/B00JVSUMPK/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=shucker%2Bpaddy&qid=1636582868&sr=8-1&th=1
https://www.amazon.ca/Winco-Oyster-Knife-Stainless-Steel/dp/B001F7O2RE/ref=sr_1_27?gclid=Cj0KCQjwrJOMBhCZARIsAGEd4VH7KDuz6jwjYzcwNLy5guLnfiG4RoruQ-z3uZDeuYkQ1PenzRLEqUoaAm_ZEALw_wcB&hvadid=364291130622&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9000933&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=17753315720978712569&hvtargid=kwd-856524144691&hydadcr=60_1011832963&keywords=richard+oyster+knife&qid=1636130842&sr=8-26
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17/11/2021

Riddle Number 2!! - CLOSED
As mentioned in the first riddle's post, the rules are as follows: first 3 people to correctly guess the answer between here and Facebook, get free entries into our raffle! And you must be a ticket holder for the event, to be eligible for the winnings!
The first person will get 3 entries, second will get 2 entries and the final person will get 1 free entry.
Once the first 3 people to get it correct reply with their answers, the riddle will be closed! And you will no longer have the chance to win the free entries. Good luck everyone!

17/11/2021

Raffle Prize Number Two!! Read Below ⬇️
Our second official raffle prize has been donated by Chance Campbell] ! It will be a baked goods box worth upwards to $50 themed around the holidays come December! The owner, Chance, is actually one of our group mates and aside from being in school full-time, he creates these very detailed cakes and goodie boxes for people around his hometown! Feel free to check his instagram out - Chance Campbell] to see example of what he can do and what you may get! Come closer to the holidays, they will be providing a more detailed description of what will be included in your free box!
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17/11/2021

Choreographer Spotlight!
Pauline Karabelas is a passionate performer and teacher born and raised in Richmond Hill, Ontario. She began her dance training at the age of three in Vaughan, Ontario where she trained in ballet, tap and jazz. After quickly  falling in love with the art, Pauline continued to train and excel in ballet, tap and jazz and began training in acrobatics, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop and musical theatre at Vlad's Dance Company in Richmond Hill, until the age of 18. Pauline's dedication and hard work was recognized by receiving many awards at competitions across North America as a soloist and group member including the 2018 regional Female Dancer of the Year at American Dance Awards. Guests will have the pleasure of receiving a dance lesson of an original 1920’s jazz inspired dance from Pauline on the night if the event! So put on those oxfords and get ready to shimmy! To see Pauline's outstanding performances, or view her instagram, visit - 

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17/11/2021

Charleston, Foxtrot, Raccoon!
As the tensions of World War 1 went away, a lot of American women started challenging the social norm through dance. At this time they were fighting for independence and pushed against the stereotype of being modest, stay at home mothers. These women, were now known as “flappers,”  in which they smoked, drank, danced and broke many social traditions. The 1920s witnessed the creation of many new and returning dances. Earlier in the twenties, flappers appropriated the “Charleston,” originating from an African descent. In addition to the “Charleston,” these styles included “Black Bottom,” “Raccoon,” “Varsity Drag,” “Foxtrot,” and “Tango”. Social dancing at nightclubs, however, won most peoples’ favor. While one of the most amazing parts of the 1920s focused on dances, the main destination for this cultural phenomenon was located in New York City. Harlem, in particular, attracted attention for its late night parties. Visitors came from across the world just to get to experience it. And now we can't wait to have our dance instructor Pauline come on from Toronto and show you all how to swing it!
Read more here:
https://www.unlvpublichistory.com/new-page-1
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16/11/2021

Meet Ally Chica!
Ally is a beneficial and critical part of our team! She has been the one in charge of contacting anyone we need to, head of HR and a huge team player! Being a working mom, while in school is never easy but Ally makes it look like a piece of cake with her hardworking dedication! She's the real cats pajamas! "I can't wait to meet all you attending our event and thank you all for the continued support!"
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16/11/2021

Raffle Prize Number One!! Read Below⬇️
We are very excited to announce that the first prize you could be eligible to win through the raffle is a guided bike tour through beautiful Niagara! This is valued at over $200!! Great for yourself, that special someone, the fam or the gang!
A fun and exciting tour for 2. A combination of a scenic winery tour through Niagara country with a sprinkling of Niagara History. Join us for an afternoon visiting our area's best wineries and learn about the art of wine making and tasting! We will visit three local wineries, sampling their award winning wines! Enjoy a artisan cheese tray along the way and venture into a wine cellar to see winemaking up close. A great way to spend the afternoon! Great for singles, couples, or groups.
Bikes and taxes are included in cost of this tour."
For more info, visit:
https://www.zoomleisure.com/tours/daily-tours
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16/11/2021

Lot40 Rye 🥃
Here you can see why our very own Cedric decided to go with Lot40 for our "Rye won't you call me" cocktail!
"Lot40 has an interesting history in that it's distilled in the same distillery that was popular with smugglers from the US during prohibition!

Aside from its interesting history, Lot40 works fantastic in a very classic cocktail, the old fashioned. We thought it was the cat's pajamas in our variation, the Rye won't you call me!"
Feel free to read more about it, here:
https://northernbordercollection.com/brand/lot-40/
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15/11/2021

Meet Cedric Julliard!
Born and raised in England, Cedric has been a hospitality professional for almost a decade. Through many roles and many years of experience he is just as comfortable slinging $4 PBR’s as he is preparing bespoke cocktails for $20 a pop. With a deep love for the cocktail and spirit world, he’s always got a fun cocktail idea up his sleeve!

15/11/2021

Rye Wont You Call Me, is a love letter to the classic of all classic cocktails, the Old Fashioned! With a robust rye like Lot40, the chamomile & honeysuckle syrup does a fantastic job of balancing the spice with a rich, floral sweetness!
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