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MANILA GREY
CALGARY
SEAN MACDONALD
TORONTO
KAYLA GREY
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Presented by Tequila, HYPEBEAST has created a series of guides featuring cities across Canada to celebrate the people and places who are proof that perfect passion yields perfect results. Curated by some of the most notable voices in Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto, the spotlighted talents match the ethos of Patrón, having mastered their craft in the same way that Patrón has perfected the art of tequila making. Each selection of thoughtfully chosen spots tap into the best and burgeoning places in each location, and the voices who are fostering community and culture in their hometowns.
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For hip-hop and R&B duo Manila Grey, Vancouver is more than just their hometown. Formed by childhood friends and first-generation Filipino immigrants Soliven and Neeko, the city plays a key role in the group's music and their identity. In fact, even their name and album titles are inspired by Vancouver. "It’s where we create, it’s home," says Neeko. Their latest release, No Saints on Knight Street, references a Vancouver roadway with a historic Filipino community, and the city bleeds into their moniker as well. "Soliven, Zelly and I have been making music for a minute, and the feeling of creating while it’s cold and gloomy brings out the sauce," says Neeko. "The grey is where the ‘night rider’ sound was born. It’s where songs like, ‘Timezones,’ ‘Knight Street,’ ‘Speed Speak,’ and ‘Eastbound,’ to name a few, get created." Their obvious commitment to excellence is a force they share with Patrón, which uses traditional and handmade processes to create premium tequila that’s made with only the highest quality ingredients, and free of any additives. Since their first release in 2016, Manila Grey has received critical acclaim and massive radio play in both Vancouver and Manila — a testament to their steadfast dedication to their craft. Driven by a passion to master their sound and bring their work to a global audience, both members of Manila Grey left their jobs cutting hair before committing to music full time. "It was a way for us to hustle while being close to the community and being able to make music at the same time," says Soliven. "It’s a tight knit community and there’s a lot of different cultures. The car scene is dope, the food is amazing, the people are friendly and the city is just so dynamic. You got the cityscapes, mountains, forests, and so many other environments, it’s incredible." With an unmatched confidence that has allowed them to pave their own paths and a deep love for their city, HYPEBEAST and Patrón asked Manila Grey to share their favorite spots in Vancouver.
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"PBL’s been holding it down since day 1. He’s part of the next
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generation of creatives and entrepreneurs in the city. He’s actually Soliven’s younger brother and is also a part of 1z Co., our art and music collective in Vancouver. Whether it be the cuts, the art pieces, the fashion, PBL really lives that [pretty boy style] and seeing the young homie be fearless pushes us to step out of our comfort zone."
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Before hitting the studio, snacks are "a must." Manila Grey's go-to snack at Dank Mart is a "half pound bag of The Snackie Chan Tasty Buds. No competition." Once they get to the studio, Soliven says "We can cook up at an afterparty but we can also go get geeky on some deep cut sessions and get into the technicals of the sonics - I think we prefer the quiet nights more, on our ninja shit. Regardless, we tap in."
805 Thurlow St, Vancouver
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“I have a strong admiration for Greek mythology and black
and grey realism tattoos and that’s what Disa specializes in. I’ve been getting tattooed since I turned 19, but with Disa, we push each other to do something fresh. She puts a lot of care and attention to the details and when you’re cursed with being a damn perfectionist like I am, it’s good to have someone like her on your side — especially because the tattoos will be on you for life.”
10973 Barnston View Rd #102, Pitt Meadows
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8888 Odlin Crescent Unit 2260, Richmond
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“I’ve had some luck pulling sought after chase cards from the
booster boxes Vancity Pokémon sells. One that stands out is the Blaziken VMAX alternative art from the most recent Pokémon set ‘Chilling Reign,’ which goes for about $180-$200 USD for the single card. Honestly, investing into Pokémon has been a fun journey. It takes me back to my childhood and you can make some good paper."
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“For drinks, we usually rock with the Lucid Dream with
Patrón, and for food, you gotta try their citrus olives, the dumplings and the brisket bao. It’s a dope spot to pre-game. Before the lockdown, we’d pull up here to eat and sip a bit. Ideal night out would be to grab some drinks, pull up to an underground party or pop-up and hit a studio after.”
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SM: “When I was 19, one of my best friends, Cole Torode, was planning to open a coffee shop. He's been the Canadian National Barista Champion 2018, 2019 and Top 5 in the world both of those years. It was cool to see how Rosso Coffee Roasters grew into a big operation. They have a sick pour over — it's a rotating exotic or competition coffee, always a unique flavour experience.”
SM: “Whenever I go back to Calgary, I make a reservation at Native Tongues. It's always tasty. I get the guacamole, carnitas, pork belly pibil and hongos (mushroom tacos) and the Patrón margarita. I get all the salsa so you can top the tacos yourself — lots of salsa options. I’m a big sauce guy. Hits every time. The servers are very friendly and chill."
MG: "PBL’s been holding it down since day 1. He’s part of the next generation of creatives and entrepreneurs in the city. He’s actually Soliven’s younger brother and is also a part of 1z Co., our art and music collective in Vancouver. Whether it be the cuts, the art pieces, the fashion, PBL really lives that [pretty boy style] and seeing the young homie be fearless pushes us to step out of our comfort zone."
NEEKO: “I have a strong admiration for Greek mythology and black and grey realism tattoos and that’s what Disa specializes in. I’ve been getting tattooed since I turned 19, but with Disa, we push each other to do something fresh. She puts a lot of care and attention to the details and when you’re cursed with being a damn perfectionist like I am, it’s good to have someone like her on your side — especially because the tattoos will be on you for life.”
As the chef and owner of ēst Restaurant and Biga Pie, Calgary native Sean MacDonald has mastered the art of cooking for his community. With deep roots in the city and a strong selection of local restaurants that he's trained at, MacDonald has gone on to receive culinary accolades, including being selected as one of 16 Rising Talents for North America by The Art of Plating and the only Canadian chef on the list for The Best Chef Awards in 2018. Living in Calgary for over 25 years, the city isn’t just where he started his career, but also where he realized he wanted to master his passion for cooking. "My mom, who still lives in Calgary, was a big inspiration for my creativity with food and plating,” he says. “She was an artist so I grew up sitting on the floor drawing and colouring while she painted." MacDonald's pursuit of culinary experiences brought him across Europe, learning and competing in competitions, before ending up in Toronto to work at his first restaurant. No matter where he is in the world, the chef furthers his prowess for creating high-quality culinary experiences — something he shares with Patrón, which couples a dedication to its craft with a commitment to excellence when making premium tequila. While Macdonald currently lives in Toronto, he's still drawn to the "chill energy" and "the summer nights in Calgary, when the sun is starting to set and you’re out grilling something on the BBQ with friends and family." He remains tapped in by frequent visits and keeping in touch with his equally talented friends. "One of my best friends, Alex Edmonson, is a private chef who still lives there,” he says. “We grew a lot as chefs together — lots of experimenting and coming up with dishes. We always pushed each other to be the best we could." Pursuing excellence through new foods and flavors has influenced the restaurants the chef has brought to his city. With his level of expertise, HYPEBEAST and Patrón asked Sean MacDonald to share his favorite spots in Calgary.
Rosso Coffee Roasters
Native Tongues Taqueria
canmore
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51.049999 / -114.066666
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“When I was 19, one of my best friends, Cole Torode, was
1402 9 Ave SE, Calgary
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planning to open a coffee shop. He's been the Canadian National Barista Champion 2018, 2019 and Top 5 in the world both of those years. It was cool to see how Rosso Coffee Roasters grew into a big operation. They have a sick pour over — it's a rotating exotic or competition coffee, always a unique flavour experience.”
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235 12 Ave SW, Calgary
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beautiful place at the start of the Rocky Mountains surrounded by forest, little streams and nature. Perfect for hiking, skiing, kayaking, mountain biking, et cetera. It has a really quaint downtown to walk through or stay overnight in.”
“Canmore is the perfect getaway spot for the weekend. It's a
Tongues. It’s always tasty. I get the guacamole, carnitas, pork belly pibil and hongos (mushroom tacos) and the Patrón margarita. I get all the salsa so you can top the tacos yourself — lots of salsa options. I’m a big sauce guy. Hits every time. The servers are very friendly and chill."
“Whenever I go back to Calgary, I make a reservation at Native
jeans by Nudie. I always used to rock them and wear them for years without washing them to try to develop as many fades and creases as possible. The store has a super laid back atmosphere and they always have a good eye for threads to bring in and put on the shelves. I love the feeling of leaving the store with a bag full of fresh clothes."
"[My favorite piece from LESS 17 is] a sick pair of dry denim
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As an anchor for Canada’s leading sports network, Kayla Grey is more than just a familiar face to those in her city — she’s also a perennial explorer of her hometown of Toronto. Though she has lived in the city her entire life, there’s no shortage of new spots to discover. Being part of historic moments in Toronto, like when she skillfully reported the 2019 Raptors NBA Championship, keeps her even more firmly rooted in the city. “Local sports fans here are wildin',” says Grey. “I've got to say, they truly are some of the best in the world, and it's no longer a secret.” With diehard basketball fans and a strong soccer community, navigating the news in Toronto requires an approach that masterfully balances her love for sports with the craft of anchoring, not unlike how Patrón combines passion with a dedication to its handmade process in creating its premium tequila. In the same way she unveils the fandom of the city, Grey is also revealing her favorite spots in her native city. “Toronto loves a good ‘If you know you know’ moment,” says Grey. The city’s diverse offerings in sports, food and shopping doesn’t require you to be native to participate, but the key to exploring Toronto is maintaining a bona fide sense of curiosity. “I think this energy is what preserves our authenticity,” she says. As she continues to report on the latest and greatest news in Toronto, discover the spots that Kayla has shared with HYPEBEAST and Patrón.
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The Art Gallery of Ontario
Gordonridge Community Multi-Sport Court
Trillium Park
43.651070 / -79.347015
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794 Dundas St W, Toronto
317 Dundas St W, Toronto
20 Gordonridge Pl, Scarborough
955 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto
Sharing anchorwoman Kayla Grey’s favorite hometown hotspots as part of Patrón’s handcrafted guide to Canada.
ontario
The Art Gallery of
not only art from an international scale but from a local level as well. What I love the most about it is the price point. It really increases the level of accessibility for [people] to immerse themselves in art and culture."
"The AGO has always been the place to go to and get lost in
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Stackt Market
“I was put onto [Patois] through the pandemic as I was trying
new local spots to order from. Despite all restaurants going through it and being hit hard-, Patois never sacrificed on quality, service and seasoning. First and foremost the cocktails like the SxSE-- made with Patrón Silver, Jamaican rum, Pandan, Apricot, and Calamansi-- are amazing. The Jamaican patty double down, Jamaican curry cottage pie and Crispy Pork chop bun are really good."
around basketball courts and there was a huge fight to ensure that all nets and rims were brought back across the city. That is why I chose to highlight this court. It is in a community that so deserves attention. My favourite element is the vibrancy of colours --- I think it really compliments and speaks to the community that occupies it."
"This city had a weird stigma over the last couple of years
Multi-Sport Court
Gordonridge Community
28 Bathurst Street,toronto
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"Makeway is my favourite shop at Stackt Market. They're
a woman-run sneaker and streetwear store. There’s an incredible selection and I know women who love sneakers want to hear this: proper range of sizing. There are so many unique shops set up so you can grab a coffee or an ice cream and walk around. They've got an open concept [design] where you can just grab your drink, food and just chill with your people."
changing their color and welcoming in a new season gets me every single time. There's a couple of new additions to the park that stretch into the back of Ontario Place. Although rocky, it includes a little beach area, which is nice. But my favourite is the lookout spot right beside it."
"Trillium Park is best around fall. Something about the leaves
park
Trillium
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KG: "Trillium Park is best around fall. Something about the leaves changing their color and welcoming in a new season gets me every single time. There's a couple of new additions to the park that stretch into the back of Ontario Place. Although rocky, it includes a little beach area, which is nice. But my favourite is the lookout spot right beside it."
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