Toronto recently got a new spot for spritzy cocktails and summery, seasonal bites. Located at 90 Portland St., Spritz Garden at Vela is a gorgeous pop-up outdoor oasis and the perfect spot to make the most of your summer in Toronto. Here, you can enjoy a light seafood-focused tapas menu paired with spritzy cocktails, and … Continued
Known for their juicy rotisserie chicken and signature ceviches, one of Toronto’s best authentic Peruvian restaurants is having a pop-up on on July 13 from 3 to 8 p.m. Waska Peruvian Chicken, led by chef Elias Salazar, is a contemporary Peruvian establishment offering an array of seasonal dishes that spotlight regional specialties. The one-day only … Continued
Located inside Hotel X on the second floor, Roses Cocina is the latest venture from executive chef Adrian Niman, after he and his team took over the food and beverage department at Hotel X in July 2020. A familiar face in the hospitality industry, Niman is also behind several popular restaurants including Rasa in Harbord … Continued
UPDATE: After only months of operations, La Nectarine has shuttered its doors in The Junction. “Couldn’t come to terms with my landlord and decided to pack up and change locations,” says chef David Adjey. But, fans of La Nectarine shouldn’t stress for long. Adjey says he has a “killer” new spot that he should have … Continued
Toronto has its fair share of incredible bakeries and pastry chefs, especially when it comes to cake. From beautiful miniature cakes that are perfect for sharing, to cake ATMs, there’s no shortage of great spots in the city to visit when you’re in the mood for a slice. Recently, a new cake trend has taken … Continued
A new Little Italy restaurant promises to bring rustic homestyle Italian food to Toronto. Il Padrino, set to open in March of this year, is the first restaurant from Concetta Amaral, a Bari-born chef who attended culinary school in Milan. After her mother passed away, Amaral decided it was time to put her mother’s culinary … Continued
What began as a side hustle spurred by the pandemic has expanded into a brick-and-mortar at Dundas and Brock Street where Jess Maiorana makes and sells ornate, handmade pasta along with other specialty grocery items and provisions. Visitors to the former hair-salon-turned-pasta-paradise can snag a variety of handmade goodies, like ravioli filled with ricotta, mint … Continued
Pétros82 is the new Greek spot founded by GTA-based hospitality and entertainment company byPeterandPauls. Embracing the fresh flavours and simple ingredients of Greece, the menu features a raw bar, line-caught wild fish directly from the Mediterranean, a bespoke butchery and an extensive premium wine list and curated cocktail program. For the time being, the authentic … Continued
There’s a new tequila and tapas bar coming to town, courtesy of local restauranteur Knick Ndreka. Ndreka has been active in The Annex for two decades as the owner of Victory Cafe and Crafty Coyote, both on Bloor Street West. His latest venture pays homage to Mexican culture, built as the restaurant concept of the … Continued
Fried chicken and sparkling wine is the perfect food and drink pairing you didn’t know you needed in your life, and thanks to the new venture from trendy Ossington strip wine bar, Paris Paris, Poulette has got your back for comfort food and the best in bubbly. Never thought to wash down a crispy chicken … Continued
Another Instagram-based bakery business has taken its online success to the streets, opening up a storefront in Etobicoke’s Mimico area on Lake Shore called Aster’s Refined Cakes. Automotive quality engineer-turned-baker, Maria Lymarenko, is self-taught, learning different baking techniques and perfecting her skills via YouTube videos and a couple of classes. Whipping up stunning, celestial-themed cakes … Continued
Starting Jan. 31, Ontario restaurants will be permitted to reopen for indoor dining at 50 per cent capacity. The announcement was made by Premier Doug Ford on Jan. 20. Since Jan. 5, indoor dining has been banned in the province of Ontario in an attempt to curb the spread of new Omicron cases. Despite the … Continued
