Nikita Butalia
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All about moving to Toronto, studying at Schulich and exploring the country
In 2019 I moved to Canada to study in the IMBA program at the Schulich School of Business. Relocating has been a journey of many ups and downs that I’ve put together in this section, to offer information, experience, and hope to anyone who is making the decision to move countries.
Read on, for a student’s perspective on life in Canada, working your way into an incredible job and stories from travels and trials in this fair country.
Hi! I’m Nikita Butalia
Founder, Stumbling
Welcome to the cozy corner of the internet, where I share my love for travel, photography, food, reading, cozy living and building a brand. It’s a place of comfort and warmth – where our passion for a life lived well comes alive. I hope you’ll find something here that inspires you.
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The recipe for a little personal time off: a corner in the sun, a box of cupcakes, a little hot choc...
Feb 10
The recipe for a little personal time off: a corner in the sun, a box of cupcakes, a little hot choc with marshmallows & a good book. 🧁☕️📖☀️
Gave myself an afternoon of self care with @bobbetteandbelle’s Valentine’s Day sweet treats 💝
#vday #torontoeats #torontobakery #torontocoffeeshop #torontobaker
Mistakes were made along the way! 😅 Some that cost us dearly, but there’s no other way to learn...
Feb 9
Mistakes were made along the way! 😅 Some that cost us dearly, but there’s no other way to learn & build. Going to talk about those in the next reel. @thestumblingstore 🦋
Why does it feel like several months have already passed? 😂
#2024sofar #torontolife ...
Feb 8
Why does it feel like several months have already passed? 😂
#2024sofar #torontolife #torontolife #lifevlog
Life lately 📸 and a few new discoveries in #Toronto (all tagged)
1. @thebrick.room ...
Feb 8
Life lately 📸 and a few new discoveries in #Toronto (all tagged)
1. @thebrick.room ☕️
2. Evening walks to catch sunsets this week 🌅
3. @crafty_ramen 🍜
4. Working out of @liuloqum
5. My favorite view of Toronto (my condo before the one we currently live in, was at this corner & I used to walk past this every day. Glitters at night!)
6 & 7. New bakery discovered! @bakerypompette 😍 sooo fresh & cute
8. The first time I tried mochi donuts! @isabellasdonuts & omg - my life is changed, I can never go back to regular donuts
#toronto #torontolife #torontothingstodo #torontoeats #discovertoronto
my only vibe this winter is board games, books, a cozy cottage and the homebody life.
PJs:...
Feb 7
my only vibe this winter is board games, books, a cozy cottage and the homebody life.
PJs: @sleepyheadpjs
#cozylifestyle #cozyplace #wintervibes #cottagelife #torontoweekend #ontariotravel
a cottage full of your closest friends & nothing but banter over morning coffee ☕️
...
Feb 6
a cottage full of your closest friends & nothing but banter over morning coffee ☕️
Cottage: @threekeyswaupoos
Location: @visitthecounty
PJs: @sleepyheadpjs 💗
#slowliving #slowmorning #cottagelife
The only thing keeping me sane this month ☕️ snug corners in beautiful cafés!
...
Jan 26
The only thing keeping me sane this month ☕️ snug corners in beautiful cafés!
📍@liuloqum
#torontocoffee #torontocoffeeshop #januarymood
Here’s why I took time off:
1. Travelled to india to sort our operations - set it up ...
Jan 23
Here’s why I took time off:
1. Travelled to india to sort our operations - set it up completely, while also taking the time off to focus on our wedding
2. Working through getting alternative payment options for India: UPI included!
3. Website redesign is underway: meanwhile, we’re still accepting orders. A few pieces are discounted - we are about to end discounting on the site for the future, as we produce just enough to ensure there’s no overproduction!
(It’s one of our priorities, to ensure we don’t promote fast fashion)
4. Thinking through our brand strategy: one of things I’ve learnt is that we continue to pivot as we try to get closer to our product-market fit. But we want to ensure we’re super clear about “what” we are doing & “why” we are doing it. Part of our redesign project also allows us to get super crisp about our brand purpose & mission. 🤓💗
#dayinthelife #brandowner #torontolife
Went out in -23 degree weather & lived to tell the tale ☕️
📍Caffe Prego
Jan 18
Went out in -23 degree weather & lived to tell the tale ☕️
📍Caffe Prego
January in moments ☁️👇🏻
📚Currently reading: Palace of Illusions
☕️ ...
Jan 16
January in moments ☁️👇🏻
📚Currently reading: Palace of Illusions
☕️ Currently frequenting: Coffee shops in Toronto
🍿 Currently watching: Fool Me Once
😴 Currently improving: Sleep timing/trying to sleep earlier
👩🏻💻 Currently working on: Our new website for @thestumblingstore + accepting orders again starting this week
🧴Currently loving: @lovefreshdotcom lotions 🥰
What’s everyone else up to?
#torontolife #torontolifestyle #januarydump
nowhere to be but home 🤍
#torontolife #torontolifestyle #torontowinter
Jan 13
nowhere to be but home 🤍
#torontolife #torontolifestyle #torontowinter
mental health update ✌🏻hermit season has arrived. who else has stopped leaving their house? ...
Jan 9
mental health update ✌🏻hermit season has arrived. who else has stopped leaving their house? 🙂
#torontowinter #torontolife #canadalife
My favorite store: @willsandprior 🕯 for anyone who loves home decor, skincare & aesthetics. ...
Jan 8
My favorite store: @willsandprior 🕯 for anyone who loves home decor, skincare & aesthetics. This place is made with so much love & attention to detail, I can’t help but stop by every time I’m in Stratford.
If ever I open a physical space for @thestumblingstore, I’d want to make it as creative as this place 🤍
Stratford, you are such an endearing town! One of my favourite places around Toronto, with so much ...
Jan 7
Stratford, you are such an endearing town! One of my favourite places around Toronto, with so much to offer: a beautiful French restaurant, the world's smallest movie theatre, theatre & music festivals, a cozy book store, a record store, the most creative home decor & wellness store, tons of little inns and BnBs, a beautiful lake - and warm & friendly people.
All of it in one cute little package.
#stratfordontario #ontarioforyou #DiscoverON
This city is full of little treasures: @thepaperplace is one of my favourite winter spots for the ...
Jan 6
This city is full of little treasures: @thepaperplace is one of my favourite winter spots for the cutest stationery, cozy puzzles & quirky finds. It's colourful & adorable - and a little bell rings every time you open the door. 🔔
#canadiansmallshop #torontosmallbusiness #torontocreative
Another year in the books ⭐️ a beautiful holiday season in Toronto!
#torontowinter ...
Jan 5
Another year in the books ⭐️ a beautiful holiday season in Toronto!
#torontowinter #torontolife
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