Todo Fusion Resto-bar opened on Ossington seven months ago by owner Jose Carlos and is an obvious extension of the various vintage stores he currently owns across the Toronto area (including Vintage Mix directly across the street). Being a fan of vintage culture, with an appreciation for the bizarre, I have developed a soft spot for Todo during my many visits.

During a recent pit stop, I move past the beckoning piano, in front of the funky lamps sitting atop what could have been my Grandfather's dresser, and sit down at a table in front of a working black and white television. I order a pint and settle in. But somebody was watching me...

Looking around for the cause of my discomfort, I soon discovered the culprit sitting atop a shelf full of figurines. Perched on the edge, with an elbow poised to drop from the top, was Randy Macho Man Savage. Having been out the previous night and in no condition for a wrestling match, I tipped my glass in a friendly gesture and hoped the lovely Elizabeth would be along soon to put him at ease.

Turning back around, my eyes followed the brown walls, jumped over the vintage decorations, and landed on the piano. Knowing patrons are allowed to play the piano as they like, I searched my bag for Mozart's 'Piano Sonata No. 16' sheet music, but to no avail. I wondered if instead I should go pound out Yankee Doodle Dandy but quickly decided my pint was more important; maybe next time.

While on this particular night the bar was on the empty side, I have seen and heard of various events happening at Todo. From live music shows (including a semi-regular Opera singer and a flamenco guitar player), to art shows, magazine launch parties and fashion shows, Todo really can be different any night of the week.

It almost seems as though Todo is the community centre of the Ossington bar scene, with the motto 'if you have an idea and the organizational skills to plan it, we will probably host it'. This is great for up and coming artists looking for a space to showcase their talents, but can also lead to lighter crowds on nights like this one where no event is planned.

Adding some Asian flair to the character of Todo is "Sushi Friday's" - the one night a week they bring in a specialty chef to satisfy the sushi desires of all who stop by. I have never tried this myself, but cannot think of a better way to try the bar's signature Saketini cocktail. I'll just make sure I have nothing important to do before noon the next day.

The most popular nights at Todo seem to be the regular Friday and Saturday bar nights where just about anything can go down - from a techno dance party, to patrons battling the WWF vs. Hello Kitty figures while a flamenco guitar plays softly in the background. I've never been here on a weeknight but I wouldn't mind trying it - if nothing else they have free Wifi I can hook up to while I sip on a glass of wine or one of the five beers on tap.

Writing by Kelly Burroughs