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From 90 sandwiches to 300 in a backyard. What sta From 90 sandwiches to 300 in a backyard.

What started at Aki’s mom’s house during the pandemic turned into one of Toronto’s most talked-about sandwiches, built without investors or a big team, just two friends betting on themselves and their community.

After features from BlogTO and Breakfast Television, the momentum kept growing, leading to their weekly YouTube docu-series and a brand that’s proudly rooted in Toronto.

In Episode 3, we sit down with Aki and Ricky from Bear Steak Sandwiches to talk about the early grind, leaving their 9-to-5s, and what it really takes to build something in this city.

Watch the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
When the food’s this good, the conversation usuall When the food’s this good, the conversation usually is too. New episode dropping soon! 👀
How you breathe affects more than you think. In t How you breathe affects more than you think.

In this clip, Gio Bartolomeo explains why mouth breathing can impact sleep, circulation, mood, and overall health — and why nasal breathing plays a bigger role in regulation than most people realize.

Sometimes the issue isn’t stress. It’s how you’re breathing through it.

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Better business decisions don’t come from pressure Better business decisions don’t come from pressure. They come from regulation.

Gio Bartolomeo on why leaders who regulate their nervous system are more present, less reactive, and clearer when it counts.

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“Relax.” Two breaths in, and everything slows down “Relax.”
Two breaths in, and everything slows down.

In this clip, @elementalgio walks through how breathwork can immediately lower your heart rate, increase HRV, and shift you out of reaction mode. Even skeptics feel the difference.

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We take over 20,000 breaths a day. Most of us neve We take over 20,000 breaths a day. Most of us never think about them.

In this episode of Table 6ix, Gio Bartolomeo breaks down why breathwork is one of the most accessible and powerful tools for regulating stress, improving focus, and avoiding burnout. From leadership under pressure to creativity, sleep, and emotional resilience, this conversation shows how something so simple can create real change, fast.

No equipment. No extremes. Just learning how to work with your nervous system instead of against it.

Watch the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
We all want to feel good, look good, and be health We all want to feel good, look good, and be healthy… but real wellness doesn’t come from racing yourself to exhaustion.

Dr. Sapna shares why being kind, checking in with yourself, and choosing habits you can actually stick to is what leads to real change.

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Burnout isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it shows u Burnout isn’t always obvious. Sometimes it shows up as restlessness, wanting to quit everything, or chasing the next thing that might make you feel better.

Dr. Sapna breaks down why it’s not about escaping your stress, but understanding it.

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We’re not giving up our phones anytime soon… but w We’re not giving up our phones anytime soon… but we can be smarter about how we use them. 📱

Dr. Sapna breaks down how screen time is affecting our bodies and our brains, and why setting even small boundaries makes a real difference.

What’s one boundary you’ve tried (or need to)?

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We spend so much time waiting for the moment when We spend so much time waiting for the moment when everything finally feels “settled”. 

Then we move the goal post. Again.

Dr. Sapna reframes resilience through a simple idea: knowing the difference between glass balls and rubber balls. 

Some things can drop. 
Some things can’t. 

It’s about prioritizing what truly matters and letting go of the rest. 

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We’re excited to kick off the new season with @drs We’re excited to kick off the new season with @drsapna on Table6ix! In her episode, Dr. Sapna brings a grounded, refreshing take on sustainable wellness - from redefining luxury wellness to practical tools for better sleep, stress reduction, and avoiding burnout.

Joined by co-hosts, Tiana Jayatunga and Dana Duncanson, this episode showcases why ditching the New Year’s resolutions for a practical and personalized wellness plan will set you up for success as you explore new services, treatments, classes and more. 

Special shout out to @thesobrmarket for the best Dry January options, check them out at their new location near the food court in the Well 👏🏽

Catch the full episode and all new episodes of Table6ix on Spotify, Apple and YouTube 🎧
🎙️ Table 6ix Podcast is back for Season 3! Bigger 🎙️ Table 6ix Podcast is back for Season 3! Bigger conversations, new voices, and a closer look at one of Toronto’s most dynamic neighbourhoods.

We’re excited to welcome Tiana Jayatunga as the new co-host of Table 6ix. Known for her sharp storytelling and deep connection to Toronto’s food and culture scene, Tiana brings a fresh perspective to the mic.

She’ll be joining Dana Duncanson, Managing Director of the Toronto Downtown West BIA, to spotlight the people, places, and ideas shaping Downtown West.

Pull up a chair — Season 3 starts real soon.
We asked GM Jean-Philippe Dupré what Germain Hotel We asked GM Jean-Philippe Dupré what Germain Hotels are best known for. With 19 properties across Canada, it comes down to iconic style, ultimate comfort, and creating emotional connections that make every stay memorable. ✨
We asked Jean-Philippe Dupré, General Manager of L We asked Jean-Philippe Dupré, General Manager of Le Germain Hotel Toronto Mercer, why Germain Hotels are so highly reviewed — and it comes down to creating meaningful, human moments. 🛎️✨
From mom-and-pop shops to fine dining, Toronto’s f From mom-and-pop shops to fine dining, Toronto’s food scene is full of culture, diversity and energy. BFF is right at the heart of it 🍔🍟
Summer’s almost over, but we’re still soaking it u Summer’s almost over, but we’re still soaking it up 🍔☀️

We asked Jamil, owner of BFF (Burgers n’ Fries Forever), what he’s most excited about this season and why you should make BFF your next stop.
Meet Jamil, owner of Burgers n’ Fries Forever 🍔🍟 Meet Jamil, owner of Burgers n’ Fries Forever 🍔🍟

100% halal burgers, globally inspired fries, and a space where everyone’s welcome. In Toronto’s Entertainment District, BFF’s got you covered before the game or after the show.
Health is wealth. That’s the shift — and people ar Health is wealth. That’s the shift — and people are feeling it.

@julianho.ca unpacks why more of us are choosing wellness over hangovers. As the focus moves toward sleep, movement, and mindset, it’s less about short-term escape — and more about long-term vitality.

Tap the link in bio to listen to the full conversation.

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@bekinhealth
Laurie (@lauriejweir) shares a personal story abou Laurie (@lauriejweir) shares a personal story about her mom — and the heartbreak of watching mobility and health fade far too soon. It’s a reminder that the choices we make for our bodies aren’t just about how we look — they’re about how long, and how well, we get to live.

🎧 Listen to the entire conversation, available now on Spotify, Apple and YouTube. 

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@julianho.ca @bekinhealth
From mobility must-haves to hidden wellness gems i From mobility must-haves to hidden wellness gems in Toronto — Julian Ho gets candid in our Quick Bites rapid-fire round.⚡️

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@julianho.ca @bekinhealth
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