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Do you happen to have that full article from Esquire? I’ve looked for it online but never found a source that didn’t require a subscription.

Charlie Watts: The Esquire Interview

Robin Eggar, Esquire, June 1998

Emotional rescue

I'VE MADE more of a mess of my Toronto hotel room in 30 minutes than Charlie Watts has after three weeks in his suite. At 3pm, Charlie is in casual mode. He is wearing his slippers and watching the climax of The Assassin starring Stallone and Banderas. As he's seen it before, he turns the sound down, but he doesn't turn it off until after the film has finished. That wouldn't be polite to the actors. Politeness is bred into Charlie's bones as sure as the rhythm he keeps.

He places the remote control on the coffee table, precisely six inches from the pile of glossy magazines. "It always goes there," he says, "it goes there every day because that is where I know it will be."

There is a ghetto blaster above the TV. All the CD cases are packed standing to attention. Only the Ben Webster album he has been playing is allowed to lie askew. "I am fastidious," he confirms, "but not as fastidious as Bill Wyman. I like to control my own environment. From that wall to that window, yes, but outside of the door, no."

Where in this precise environment, I ask, is Charlie's sketchbook? For 30 years he has been drawing his hotel rooms. He can tell from looking at these drawings what mood he was in. Those with only a few abstract strokes means he was either "depressed, drunk or in a hurry" while others which are painstakingly exact, every bedknob and duvet elaborately drawn, are the legacy of gigs when he was "bored, unable to sleep or on drugs".

"You know," he says, "some of the beds are the same as they were 20 years ago."

The second bedroom serves as Charlie's dressing-room. The curtains are half drawn so his suits never realise they have left home. They are never unpacked but remain in three travelling wardrobes. Fifteen exquisitely-cut, hand-tailored suits, some single-breasted, some double, each resting on a wooden coat hanger inscribed "Charlie Watts Esq". Three pairs of hand-stitched shoes resting on white tissue paper sparkle in the gloom. I wonder if Charlie polishes them himself. I know he flattens all his own jacket lapels and collars. When arriving at a hotel, he won't go out to dinner until he's put everything away and folded his pyjamas.

"Nobody touches my things," he says. "I don't like people fussing around me."

Respectable

Bette Davis once remarked that if you hang around long enough they make a legend of you. Charlie Watts describes being in the Rolling Stones as six years of playing and 30 years of hanging around. Over the years, I've seen him play in stadia and concert halls with the Stones and in Ronnie Scott's with his Jazz Quintet. He has always been elegant, sophisticated and utterly cool. Cool the way Stonehenge is cool.

I've heard the stories. I know he's eccentric but it's that dotty, self-deprecating, traditional, English eccentricity that only money and good breeding or taste allow. Now I'm in a hotel room with him and he's wearing slippers and talking about sketching phones. What if he's a hi-hat short of a full kit?

Then I remember he's in the Rolling Stones and it all makes sense again. How does a man maintain self and centre when he inhabits a world that has been out of his control for virtually all his adult life? To escape the treacherous shifting sands of the present, Charlie Watts has rooted himself firmly in the past. He has always known who he wants to be and stuck with it. He dresses bespoke in a combination of English country gentleman and Thirties' Hollywood. He maintains the laconic speech patterns of the Fifties bebopper, Soho phrasing overlaid on North London, wandering around and off the point, all short phrases and repetitions. Sometimes it is hard to tell if he is joking because he takes doing interviews very seriously – but his enthusiasms, once breached, flood the room.

He was always old in spirit, and now that age has finally caught up with Charlie, it suits him. Like all the Stones, he is small in stature. His movements are precise where his speech is not. The glacier of time has transformed his impassive face from lugubrious to compelling. Once smooth, it is now a place of nooks and crannies, fissures and ridges. Once engaged, his dark-blue eyes will sparkle from inside deep caves. His silver hair, thinning on top, is swept back. When he smiles he only uses half an upper lip, but it is enough.

He has been a Rolling Stone for 35 years. Brian Jones is long dead, Mick Taylor long gone, Bill Wyman retired five years. Ronnie Wood's been the new boy for 22 years. Mick and Keith still write the songs, do the interviews and squabble. Charlie keeps the time and the peace.

"After 30 years at the top of the tree, the chemistry of the Rolling Stones in one room is pretty explosive," director Julien Temple told me during a video shoot in 1993. "If you are looking after one ego, you may be bruising another. Charlie to me is an incredible person; he's like the Solomon of the Rolling Stones. If there's a disagreement or a decision to be made, he's always the highest authority on the mountain."

Street fighting man

Everyone who works for the Stones adores Charlie. "Be nice to him," they tell me, "he's so gentle." Which is true. He's a gentleman – but just because he has sublimated his ego inside the Stones doesn't mean he has no pride. Keith Richards, who has himself been on the receiving end of Charlie's anger, has a telling anecdote.

"Charlie biffed Mick once in Holland. Mick had a couple of drinks and he can get a bit silly. So, about five in the morning, he calls up Charlie and says, 'Is my drummer there?' There was this ominous silence at the other end of the phone and I'm like, 'Mick, I don't think that was a very clever thing to say.' Twenty minutes later, Charlie knocks on my door, Savile Row suit, tie, polished brogues and says to Mick, 'Don't ever call me your drummer.' Smack! And there's this long table with a platter of smoked salmon on it and the window's open and there's a canal outside and Mick falls on the platter and starts sliding down the table towards the open window."

Charlie had never wanted to join the band full time, preferring the security of his day job as a designer. Anyway, they were an r'n'b band and he was a jazz man. He still worries about not being good enough. Yet his sparse, precise drumming is as essential to the Stones sound as Jagger's voice and Richards's five-string guitar riffs.

"It wouldn't be the same band if Charlie wasn't in it," says Mick Jagger. "I've never played with a drummer quite like him. He really swings, that's the bottom of it. He started as a jazz drummer; rock'n'roll was a dirty word to him."

It still is.

"Even when I was young, I always felt it was a silly world because I was used to another way of looking at music," says Charlie. "It is a silly teenage world for grown people to be in making their living at – ie me and you. I don't mean to knock it because it is a very enjoyable life for me. I make a very lucrative living at it – albeit bloody hard work, I might add – but I don't make the sort of money people think I make because I don't write songs.

"Being in the Stones is a sycophantic thing, that's why I never really pay attention to it," he continues. "People say, 'Oh, you are a great drummer' and after the 10th number one single, you start to think, 'Maybe they're right.' But you only have to put on a record of yourself and then put on a record by someone you love to know the difference. Every time I see Elvin Jones play it levels me.

"The things my wife and I admire have nothing to do with the Rolling Stones or the pop world. Even in the Sixties and Seventies, I was never in that world. I was in the band – I hope – but it has always been a job to me. They happened to be my friends and I happened to very much enjoy doing it, but it was something I did with them. Then I go home and it's different. I can divorce the two things very easily. I am a Gemini. Home to me is Stravinsky and Picasso, Miles and Fred Astaire, and out there is all this other crap going on, groupies and all that rubbish."

He must have been a serious child.

"No, I'm not serious even now, really," he says, lip unmoving. "I just have this miserable image." However, when he was a kid Christmas dinner could get a mite confusing. There were five Charlies round the dinner table – father, grandfather, uncle, cousin and him. "We all had nicknames," he says. What was his?

"Boy."

Some girls

He grew up in post-blitz London in a prefab house in Wembley. He remembers sleeping in his grandma's house just behind King's Cross where his grandfather ran a taxi depot. His father delivered parcels for the railway on a horse and cart, then he got a Scammell and finally a Bedford. Off duty, dad was a dapper dresser "in that London villain-fringe type of crowd; very smart always, clean socks, whatever colour went with whatever, never flashy".

At 12, he heard Uncle Charlie playing Earl Bostick's 'Flamingo'. So he rolled a newspaper up, painted it orange and tried to keep time. His neighbour, David Green, shared his love for jazz and played bass. They swapped Duke Ellington and Gerry Mulligan records and jammed together. "David went on to play with those guys," says Charlie with an awe he otherwise reserves for Jim Laker and Shane Warne. "Imagine, my next-door neighbour played with Ben Webster. He plays with me when I do my jazz thing."

Working as a graphic designer in a Regent Street art studio introduced him to Stravinsky. In Soho he hung out with the Flamingo jazz crowd, wearing long, button-down-collar shirts and seersucker jackets. Nobody ever asked him to dance because he was too busy watching the drummer. He was drumming for Alexis Korner when the bass player came in with Shirley Shepherd, a friend from art college. According to Bill Wyman's diaries, Charlie's never looked at another woman since.

"My wife has kept me very sane," he says. "I'd have probably ended up a drug addict nutter in Soho if I had been single all the way through. It's very difficult to keep a romance alive for 35 years. The only good side about touring is the absence makes you realise how much you miss someone."

He does not talk about Shirley or Seraphina or Charlotte. He talks about "my wife", "my daughter", "my granddaughter" as if they were absolutes, as if there could be no others. He and Keith are the old-fashioned ones, the Romantic Stones.

Jumping Jack Flash

If his wife and home provide his haven from the business of music, it is his wardrobe that provides him with pure pleasure. For the past 30 years, his style has remained constant. His only lapse of taste came when he grew a droopy Zapata moustache in 1966, though Seventies fashions remain a sore point.

"Keith looked fantastic in those days. Mick looked all right, but then Mick dresses up. If Keith puts something on, he lives in it. He hates new things, like I do. He looked fantastic with the great, long scarf round him. It looked silly on me, but I had to wear it for photo sessions. I used to borrow his Afghani belts with bloody great buckles hanging off them. I'd hold them and they looked fantastic. I put them on and I looked daft."

"Clothes to me are a passion." Charlie corrects himself: "No, a love that can border on a passion. It is soothing, very much so. At home, I love having a wardrobe. It is a great source of pleasure to look in a cupboard and see five different types of overcoat. I feel them.

"I met my tailor through Mick. Most people I meet are through Mick. He gets invited to everything – that's how I met Jim Laker. He took me along to see Tommy Nutter at his shop in his Savile Row. Roy and Joseph, the two boys who worked with him, kept his shop on when he went up the road.

"It is a whole art form. I love it. The choosing of the cloth; whether you have two buttons or three. I love discussing it, the fitting – ah, the finished thing. It is marvellous how someone can do that out of a roll of cloth."

Chittleborough & Morgan have been making Charlie's suits for over 30 years. In addition, he has clothes made by Terry Haste at Hackett's in Exeter, Schiaperelli in Paris and David Sienzi on Madison Avenue. His major gripe with Savile Row is that "they make the thing up like a piece of sculpture, whereas the Eyeties cut with no padding at all and the material just drops".

His shoes are made by Cleverley in Royal Arcade, W1 ("All my life I have had a pair of penny loafers. I've had them made for me, I've bought the cheapest, I've had them all"); his riding boots by Foster & Son of Jermyn Street, SW1. At his home Devon, he wears plus-fours, which he considers "the best thing for the country".

"I should have been born in 1810," muses Charlie. "I live like a Victorian landowner. I get up, decide what to wear, have breakfast, and stroll about like the lord of the manor. I walk around the stud and look at the horses. We have a horse farm. It's my wife's, really – it's her passion. We've had horses ever since we were married but I've never ridden. I do have the most wonderful outfits to go riding in: britches and three pairs of boots. I have some lovely old carriages.

"The problem about what I do is that I play the drums or I do nothing. It's embarrassing. I'm either away from home and nobody's seen me for weeks or else I'm at home and under everybody's feet. I'm often told to go out and do something by my wife.

"I just acquired a very rare picture of Billie Holiday," says Charlie. "I collect things, you know. My wife goes mad. We land up with lots of things because I can't resist them. I never know what to do with them once I buy them. I hate to chuck anything away."

Charlie is a compulsive collector and hoarder. He has a wall lined with records: so many, he often can't decide which to play. In the same breath he regrets having swapped specific records, right down to the American tax stamp on the label, for drum bits back in the Fifties. He is an expert on Georgian silver, the American Civil War, Nelson memorabilia, rare books, antique firearms, 18th-century erotic literature and jazz photographs. He buys antique dolls for Shirley.

Charlie loves cricket – an obsession he shares with Jagger. But while the singer still has to try and hit every ball for six, in his youth Charlie was a wily spin bowler. Mick is forever faxing him Test scores he's plucked off the Internet while Charlie, rooted in the past, collects memorabilia with the advice of his friend, former Wisden editor David Trigg. He recently purchased Don Bradman's old blazer for £3,600 and a football signed by the Tottenham double team of 1960 (a surprising purchase for a former Wolves supporter).

He buys things for the same reason he wears Savile Row suits: he considers them beautiful. He owns a 1937 Lagonda Rapide but can't drive. "Mad, isn't it?" He smiles like a kid caught in some dastardly mischief. "I'd always wanted a Lagonda because of the name. I saw it at Coys [in Kensington] and fell in love."

His three-century-old country estate is home to a menagerie of dogs, a few cats and 150 Arabian horses. "My wife's herd of mares is the best in the world. Outside of Poland we have one of best studs in Europe," he says proudly. "When I see a Polish Arabian mare she is just amazing – like Rita Hayworth – but to my wife she is much more beautiful than any human. It's very sad because one day they just won't be there. A Rembrandt will always be there but the horses will just be a memory. To my wife, that makes them more endearing. It is life. I have problems with that sometimes. It's too close, too hard.”

"The thing about animals is that they do need looking after. My wife doesn't see that as a problem; I'm not as generous in my life. Must come from all my hangers on."

Nineteenth nervous breakdown

Why have so many of the musicians he admires felt the need to destroy themselves with booze or drugs? He thinks it might be the creative muse but more likely it's boredom.

"Most of the time on the road," sighs Charlie, "I have nothing to do. I could ask someone to lift me out of bed, carry me to the show and, as long as I was well, fit and played well enough for two hours, I could be carried back to bed, get up in three days for the next one and no one would mind. Your whole life is two hours on stage which is a very short thing, a big burst and then you can go away. Left in that nothing area."

Which brings us neatly on to the second most uncool thing (after that moustache) Charlie ever did. Sure, he used to take a bit of speed, toke on the odd jazz cigarette and drink Scotch and Coke before going on stage, but in the mid-Eighties he started on smack. It was a strange time to take up a habit. On the surface the Rolling Stones appeared to be secure – not just financially, but personally. Keith was clean (for Keith) and married with small children; Jagger had a solo career and young children; Bill Wyman was sleeping with a young child (Mandy Smith); Charlie was gigging with his Big Band, playing the music he loved.

"I went completely berserk," he says. "When we were recording the Dirty Work album, I was mad on drink and drugs. I became a completely different person, not a nice one, it didn't sit right with me. I was trying to be somebody else – either Humphrey Bogart or Charlie Parker – but it didn't work. I'm not very good on drink. I'm a sloppy drunk. I wake up in the morning and it's a big thing with me. The next day would be horrendous and then there were the hangovers. I can't drink and I can't take drugs.

"It was one of the worst periods in my life. It was a crisis for me and it was in my midlife. I nearly lost my marriage. I got away from my wife spiritually and mentally. We weren't together, even though we were living together. I tried these things I'd never done before, like heroin. You can take heroin and nothing happens, then all of a sudden you're hooked on it. I took speed all the time: I'd live three days and sleep two; live three, sleep two. You don't look too good at the end of that. I felt so ill; I looked like Dracula. It was a minor league thing and I stopped it all myself but it was awful for the family."

Charlie's not prone to introspection, but once he's into a subject he doesn't stop. I have to ask why he felt the need to do it. It was, he recalls, a time of upheaval. In reality, the Stones were at their lowest ebb; Keith and Mick were hardly speaking. Devastated by the death of his father in 1981, Charlie felt rootless. He even wanted to quit the band.

"The worst decision we ever made was returning to England to put my daughter through school," he continues. "That was where it all went wrong. My daughter was very happy where we lived in France. She went through hell at school. It has been a source of regret for me and my wife ever since. When we moved to Devon, I was really bad there and my wife suddenly disappeared. A few months after that, I stopped drinking. It took a few years to get that out of my system. It was the best thing I ever did."

With Keith clean, perhaps it was his turn to play the rock'n'roll suicide. "Keith handles whatever he is, or does, or has been, very well," he concedes. "I could never do that, but I was trying to do that to be like him. The barmy thing is I lived with him so much I almost was, without the drug taking. Drugs are a cry to be recognised or loved or whatever, which we all do – ordinary people, that is. Musicians tend to think they are different, special. My wife thinks musicians are the most selfish people in the world."

Not fade away

The Chicago crowd is in full cry. In his dressing-room, Charlie Watts, wearing tailored trousers and a zip-up woollen jacket to ward off the late September cold, is ready for the first night of the Stones '97-98 world tour. He is still worried that the staging won't work, that he won't be able to hear, that he'll make mistakes. If everything goes right, he might enjoy it.

"I've played to 600 people; I've played to 60,000 – and 60,000 is better," he confesses. "Musicians love adulation. It's a drug to a lot of people. I get terribly nervous. I don't know if I'm good. I play with a band, you know."

Charlie prefers to talk about jazz. He saw both Elvin Jones and Max Roach recently. They are both over 70, playing better than ever. "I can imagine retiring," he says. "I say that, but I think I'd get very bored and put on weight. In 15 years time, I'd love to think we'll still be going...It'll be me and Ronnie Wood, probably, but Keith won't let go yet, will he? He'll go on and on...and I don't think Mick could bear to be left out."

Charlie Watts raises an eyebrow as if to dismiss everything. "It's a funny thing, but I still feel out of place in this rock'n'roll world."

#sorry #I actually only have it through a subscription too #(thank you university library)#so I have to make this annoyingly long post #but it’s a great interview #although it makes me really sad in parts #the horses and the drugs and the little comment at the end about his weight #the rolling stones #charlie watts #keith richards #old married band #mick jagger #ronnie wood #shirley watts #interview #ask response #anonymous

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Bathroom Renovation

Bathroom renovations offer a great return on investment and transform your daily routines. Whether you seek a spa-like retreat or a family-friendly space, bathroom renovation contractors in Toronto specialize in:

Design Customization: Professionals work with you to design a bathroom that meets your needs and style preferences.

Quality Materials: Using high-quality materials ensures durability and a polished finish.

Functional Layouts: A thoughtful design can improve flow and functionality, making small bathrooms feel more spacious.

Basement Finishing

Basements are often underutilized spaces in homes. Finishing your basement can provide additional living space, increase property value, and improve home functionality. Basement finishing experts in Toronto offer:

Custom Layouts: Professionals can design a basement that serves as a family room, home office, or guest suite.

Moisture Management: Proper insulation and waterproofing ensure a comfortable and dry environment.

Creative Storage Solutions: Finishing your basement can also provide valuable storage options, helping you declutter your home.

Custom Home Renovations

Custom renovations allow homeowners to tailor their spaces to their unique tastes and needs. Whether you're building a new addition or reimagining existing spaces, custom home renovations in Toronto provide:

Bespoke Designs: Professionals work closely with clients to create personalized designs that reflect individual styles.

Attention to Detail: Experienced contractors focus on every detail, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship.

Sustainability: Many contractors are now incorporating sustainable practices and materials into custom renovations.

General Contractors in the GTA

Hiring a reputable general contractor simplifies the renovation process. These professionals oversee all aspects of the project, from planning to execution. In the GTA, general contractors offer:

Project Management: They handle scheduling, budgeting, and coordination with subcontractors, ensuring smooth progress.

Local Knowledge: Experienced contractors understand local building codes and regulations, preventing costly delays.

Quality Assurance: A good contractor ensures that work meets high standards, providing peace of mind to homeowners.

Finding Affordable Home Renovation Services

Cost is often a significant factor when planning renovations. Fortunately, many affordable home renovation options exist in Toronto. Here are some tips for finding cost-effective services:

Get Multiple Quotes: Contact several contractors to compare prices and services. This helps you identify competitive rates.

Focus on Essential Upgrades: Prioritize renovations that will add the most value and enhance your living experience.

Consider Off-Season Renovations: Scheduling renovations during off-peak seasons can often result in lower prices and more availability.

Residential Renovation Specialists

When seeking renovation services, consider hiring residential renovation specialists. These experts bring valuable experience and focus on residential projects. Their expertise includes:

Design Expertise: They can offer design suggestions based on your preferences and the latest trends.

Construction Knowledge: Specialists understand the intricacies of residential renovations, ensuring quality workmanship.

Client-Centric Approach: They prioritize client satisfaction, working closely with homeowners throughout the renovation process.

Commercial Renovation Services

For those looking to revamp a business space, commercial renovation services are essential. Toronto boasts experienced contractors specializing in commercial projects. Key features include:

Design Flexibility: Contractors can adapt designs to suit different types of businesses, whether retail, office, or hospitality.

Compliance with Regulations: They understand commercial building codes and regulations, ensuring compliance throughout the project.

Timely Execution: Commercial renovations often require strict timelines to minimize business disruption. Experienced contractors prioritize timely project completion.

Conclusion

Home renovations in Toronto provide countless opportunities to transform your living spaces. Whether you're focused on kitchen remodeling, bathroom upgrades, or basement finishing, the city has a wealth of professionals ready to help. By understanding the benefits and various services available, you can make informed decisions that enhance your home and lifestyle.

Investing in your home not only increases its value but also enriches your daily life. With the right professionals and a clear vision, your dream home is within reach. Embrace the renovation journey and enjoy the rewards of a beautifully transformed living space.

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Aleria Restaurant Bar & Catering - Unforgettable Private Dining & Events in Queen West, Toronto

Aleria Restaurant Bar & Catering, the epitome of trendy dining in the heart of Queen West, Toronto. Renowned for our exceptional private dining and event hosting, we pride ourselves on providing an extraordinary atmosphere, delicious cuisine, and personalized service. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Aleria offers the perfect setting for every occasion. Join us as we explore why Aleria is your ideal location for private events, corporate gatherings, and special celebrations.

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At Aleria, we believe that exceptional service is key to a successful event. Our dedicated team is committed to providing a seamless experience, from the initial planning stages to the final touches on the day of your event. We take the time to understand your vision and work with you to create a customized experience that exceeds your expectations.

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At Aleria Restaurant Bar & Catering, we are passionate about Greek cuisine. Our menu features a delightful array of traditional dishes, prepared with the finest ingredients and a modern twist. Each plate is a celebration of flavors, colors, and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Signature Dishes

Moussaka: A classic Greek dish that layers eggplant, potatoes, and spiced ground meat, topped with a creamy béchamel sauce.

Souvlaki: Tender skewers of marinated meat, grilled to perfection and served with fresh pita and tzatziki.

Spanakopita: Crispy phyllo pastry filled with a savory blend of spinach and feta cheese, a true crowd-pleaser.

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We understand that every event is unique, which is why we offer customizable menus that cater to your preferences. Whether you’re interested in a plated dinner, buffet-style service, or cocktail reception, our culinary team is here to create a menu that aligns with your vision and satisfies your guests.

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Catering: Enjoy our renowned Greek cuisine, either on-site or as a take-away option for your off-site events.

Decor and Setup: Our team will help you with the decor to match your theme, creating a visually stunning setting for your guests.

Audiovisual Support: We offer equipment rental and setup for presentations, speeches, or entertainment, ensuring your event runs smoothly.

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We understand that plans can change. Aleria offers flexible booking options, allowing you to adjust your reservation as needed. Our team is dedicated to accommodating your requests, ensuring a stress-free experience from start to finish.

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When it comes to private dining and event hosting in Queen West, Toronto, Aleria stands out for several reasons:

1. Prime Location

Situated in the vibrant Queen West neighborhood, Aleria is easily accessible and surrounded by a variety of attractions. Guests can enjoy a night out in one of Toronto’s trendiest areas before or after your event.

2. Stylish Interior

Our stylish and contemporary design provides a perfect backdrop for any occasion, creating a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere.

3. Exceptional Cuisine

Our menu, inspired by Greek culinary traditions, is crafted with the highest quality ingredients, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

4. Dedicated Team

From event planning to execution, our experienced team is committed to delivering exceptional service and making your event a success.

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With options for both intimate gatherings and large celebrations, Aleria is the ideal venue for any occasion, whether personal or professional.

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Business Address: 1070 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1H8, Canada

Business Phone: +1 4166703726

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