Pizza is a crowd-favourite take-out food, but maybe you’re sick of ordering pie after pie? Pizza Maru, the new Korean pizza joint in North York, does things a little bit differently. Try any number of creative pizzas made on green tea dough, the first of its kind in Canada. The dough, which has a slightly … Continued
This summer’s hottest trend is bakeries, with sweet and savoury aromas and flavours filling the air and delighting the taste buds. Each offers something different, from vegan goods to Japanese croissants. The only way to crown a champion is to try them all. AUNTY EM’S DELI AND BAKERY Plant-based eater or not, you’ll find it … Continued
You can transport to the streets of Japan without leaving the GTA, thanks to Daigyo Cafe, North York‘s newest dessert spot. Inspired by traditional Japanese culture, the space itself is designed to make visitors feel as though they’ve stepped into an authentic tea house, complete with paper lanterns that brighten up the nighttime vibe. And, … Continued
Toronto’s Villiers Island just received a $25 million gift. Today, at an event on the city’s waterfront, it was announced that the donation, made by the Pierre Lassonde Family Foundation, is the largest arts-related gift ever received by the city, and will create a new, outdoor public art trail in Toronto’s transformed Port Lands. The … Continued
Kensington Market is home to some of Toronto’s most unique, quirky spots, chock full of culture and one-of-a-kind outposts. Now, an upscale, creative vegan restaurant called Hawker is added to the mix. Inspired by naturalism and food in its purest form, Hawker is helmed by chefs Jeff Merkel and Leah Steduto. Merkel also co-owns the … Continued
“I have gaslighted myself over the past 2+ years in my relationship with Rose and Sons and Big Crow,” Anthony Rose wrote in a recent newsletter. It was his very on-brand introduction to some sad news for Toronto’s food scene: the Toronto restaurateur is closing Big Crow and Rose and Sons. “Rose and Sons was … Continued
On June 23rd, four Canadian basketball players had their dreams come true as they were selected in the NBA draft. Bennedict Mathurin, Shaedon Sharpe, Andrew Nembhard and Caleb Houstan were among those selected, with the last three growing up in the GTA. Shaedon Sharpe is a 6’6 guard who calls London, Ontario home. He went … Continued
Peruvian-inspired dining is the name of the game at Nuna, a new Queen West spot. Think Southern American takes on tuna tartare, shrimp bites and marinated octopus, alongside adventurous offerings like duck green rice that combine local and imported ingredients. The new spot also offers an extensive, Latin-inspired cocktail menu, organic wine, local brews and … Continued
With ice cream season in full swing, two sisters from Port Carling have scooped out their corner of the Toronto market with their Instagram-worthy shop, Bar32. [instagram_embed url=”https://www.instagram.com/p/CfCN3_ugnMk/”] Sisters Sydney and Chloe Carron took their sweet treats from pop-ups in Port Carling to a Toronto pop-up on Macpherson Ave., where they serve handmade, artisanal ice … Continued
If you’re in the mood for a benny, Ramona’s Kitchen has got you covered. Located at 7355 Bayview Avenue in Thornhill, Ramona’s Kitchen serves up traditional breakfast with a non-traditional twist, including 11 unconventional renditions of Eggs Benedict, omelettes, frittatas, French toast, pancakes, breakfast poutine, and an especially intriguing breakfast hotdog dubbed the Morning Frankfurter. … Continued
Parkdale is home to a new/old friendly neighbourhood dive bar, ideal for music lovers looking to cool off with good drinks and some Southern-inspired comfort foods. Housed in the former Gianna’s space, Tenny’s is a landmark live music venue, exuding the homey vibe of a tried-and-true local watering hole, typical of spots in the cool … Continued
