For some, Feb. 14 marks a time to celebrate Cupid and his eternal casting of divine arrows into the souls of kindred lovers for time immemorial. For others, it’s a corporate-manufactured holiday fabricated solely to sell greeting cards and pompous kitsch. Yet, even subscribing to the latter set of beliefs[Read More…]
Tag: Valentine’s day
Love of mortals and Olympians alike
Greek mythology has traversed themes of love across eons. Although the stories themselves may have evolved through modern times, their passion, yearning, and grief still ring true today. In honour of Valentine’s Day, The Tribune presents two everlasting love stories to pierce the hearts of all Greek mythology lovers. The[Read More…]
Homemade from the Heart
Are you anxious about Valentine’s Day? Have you been so busy preparing for the upcoming midterm season that you forgot to book a dinner reservation at your significant other’s favourite restaurant? Or were L’Express, Bar Darling, and Fish Bone completely full by the time you finally called? Take a deep[Read More…]
Love, reimagined: A Valentine’s mixtape for Black History Month
Although Valentine’s Day tends to center on romance, love stretches far beyond it, ranging from platonic love to self-love and everything in between. The Tribune’s mixtape reflects on Black artists who skillfully capture the feeling in its many forms. “Baby Steps” by Olivia Dean – on self love From the[Read More…]
To all the sports I’ve loved before
Jenna Payette, Contributor Dear Ice Hockey, “Anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” This quote from Steve Prefontaine hung in my brother’s room growing up and became the silent force that subtly shaped me. As the baby of my family, I was pushed to challenge my limits[Read More…]
The Tribune Predicts: Valentine’s Day horoscopes
Unsure how your Valentine’s Day will unfold? Luckily for you, we do! Check out your horoscope to see if love is in the stars for you. Aries (March 21 – April 19): Your fiery passion has you convinced you’re the one for someone special—but don’t let excitement turn into delusion.[Read More…]
The Tribune Predicts: Valentine’s Day horoscopes
Unsure how your Valentine’s Day will unfold? Luckily for you, we do! Check out your horoscope to see if love is in the stars for you. Aries (March 21 – April 19): Your fiery passion has you convinced you’re the one for someone special—but don’t let excitement turn into delusion.[Read More…]
The best love songs for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is not the time for chocolate or flowers or even love. It’s the time for playlists. Breakup playlists to scream at your ceiling, classy playlists for candlelight dinners, or salacious playlists for “late-night activities.” Whatever playlist you might be making, here are four great love songs to consider[Read More…]
Experiencing your relationship through the roles of Cate Blanchett
Spoiler warning for those who, unlike me, aren’t deeply entrenched in Cate Blanchett’s filmography. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. For some, it’s a commercially well-defined opportunity to express their feelings to their loved ones; for others, it’s a bleak reminder of what could have been. Regardless of where[Read More…]
Love-themed recipes to celebrate Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we are about to be constantly surrounded by love. This holiday is about celebrating romance and what is more romantic than sharing a nice home-made dinner? So, The Tribune has gathered a selection of recipes to create a complete love-themed meal. For amateurs[Read More…]
