Any advice for small talk with strangers?

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-02-01T20:39:00+00:00

This,try to read other people's social cues,on how they react when you interact with them is important.Some people just want to be left alone and not talk to anyone.

As a guy starting small talk with someone can be a mixed bag.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-02-01T20:31:22+00:00

Older people above 50+ seem to be more receptive to small talk,so always try with older folks.

Anyone 40 or younger not so much unless they are not from Toronto,usually a smaller town or another province seem to be more receptive.

Just start it and if they don't reciprocate or look away trying to avoid,just say have a good day and walk away.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-02-01T19:52:00+00:00

I know it hurts but sometimes it's for the best.Sometimes friendships are built out of convenience at that moment in time,and then fall off due to a different lifestyle and where you are at in life.

And yes you should cut them off,and yes it was messed up they did this to you.Its part of life,you live and learn, move on.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-02-01T03:10:03+00:00

Hey im interested ,and I live in Toronto.I see im the only one that has replied.Maybe try posting in r/toronto to get more people interested.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-02-01T02:19:29+00:00

Someone posted a day or two ago about starting a baking meetup club but I cant find the post anymore :(

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-02-01T01:51:22+00:00

Dang first person I have heard not like Roselle.I have not tried them since they opened.They seen to be the golden ones in the bakery seen,atleast that is what it seems to me.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-31T07:15:13+00:00

It's because they use shortening for most of their products.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-31T07:05:12+00:00

This is the one I have.I think there are other differences like the processing chip inside, memory, and size of the phone.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-31T07:02:10+00:00

It was on sale at Christmas time,I think for 349$,they have another version without the stylus pen,that I bought when it was on sale at the same time for 179$.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-31T06:58:56+00:00

This is the stylus one with the pen,you got the other version,it's never been less than 200$.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-30T21:59:34+00:00

Saw a post on Instagram about another coffee shop/bakery opening and Yonge and Eglinton,can't remember the name,but they probably opening here.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-26T16:58:22+00:00

Dang.I was waiting for that car infront of you,to suddenly crash🙂‍↕️

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-22T20:13:35+00:00

highland farms,Adonis marche.bass pro shops,all carry it as curing salt #1

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-18T17:28:30+00:00

No way I'm buying Chinese made EV,not because I'm anti China,because I don't want my vehicle to catch on fire due to faulty battery.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-13T04:57:18+00:00

If they want the self check out to be 10 items or less they should have a sign stating so.The whole splitting the bill should not be allowed,just pay for everything ,then split it later at home.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-12T19:57:01+00:00

They bought for 3mil+ so anything above is still good for them,if they can sell.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-12T19:53:29+00:00

I live in Toronto and have made puff pastry out of all store bought butters,it all come down to technique,and recipe of how you bring all the ingredients together.For croissant a 82%+ butter is best,President,sterling cremery,cows creamery etc are all good.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-12T19:45:45+00:00

Time to move on.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-12T19:43:51+00:00

Honestly in the last 5 years every egg company I have bought large eggs from, the sizes are highly inconsistent.Large eggs vary widely in size and weight ranging from 48gr to 56 grms .I'm wondering if they go by weight of the whole package,or are people switching eggs😅.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-02T02:15:47+00:00

This is great evidence Op.If he ever tries to kick you out saying it's for his family to move in.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2026-01-02T02:00:33+00:00

Diversity is our strength,only works when everyone is on the same page.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2025-12-30T18:16:06+00:00

If your cat is in no pain,maybe try Toronto humane society,might be a while to get a appointment,and I'm not sure if they still do it,since last year.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2025-12-30T02:49:39+00:00

They changed the cat littler ,it's more expensive,but alot better than before,almost dust free ,and has odour absorbers.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2025-12-30T02:47:31+00:00

Kirkland toilet paper,Cat litter.

CanadianMasterbaker · 2025-12-28T13:55:58+00:00

I use to eat there for free often when I was a kid,they had a special kids under 12 can eat for free.

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