Bloor Street West just got a major hit of Parisian adrenaline. Brasserie Côte, the highly anticipated sister restaurant to the Ossington strip’s legendary Côte de Bœuf, is officially open in the Annex. Taking over the historic former By the Way Café space at Bloor and Brunswick — a local fixture for over 40 years — … Continued
In the middle of April, Evergreen Brick Works will play host to a circular fashion festival called ReMode, where pre-loved garments will take on new lives and people will learn how to upcycle and repair their favourite pieces while swapping other items from their closet for new ones. ReMode is an initiative brought to life … Continued
In a cozy spot just off of Bathurst called El Pocho, Cesar Ramirez and his team serve up authentic gluten-free Mexican eats, flavourful tacos and a range of complimentary cocktails. It garnered so much success that the team has decided to expand, opening up El Chino in the Junction. “El Chino is more refined and … Continued
It’s officially open: NOYAA, the Mediterranean-Asian fusion restaurant that comes to Toronto via a Dubai restaurant group, is now welcoming guests through its luxurious doors in The Well. It’s the Tribes Hospitality Investment Group’s first restaurant in Canada, and the 7,000-square foot space is nothing short of showstopping: Natural textures like suspended timber beams and … Continued
Even if football isn’t your thing, we can all agree that Super Bowl parties always have the ultimate spread, featuring hearty snacks and savoury comfort food classics. Whether it’s spicy hot wings, nachos, pizza, chips or beer – there is something for everyone at the annual food-focused celebration marking the NFL championship game. If you’re … Continued
We’re only a few days into Winterlicious, and the city is already caught up in a total three-course frenzy. While these wallet-friendly menus are usually just a sweet excuse to finally tick off those “someday” spots on your list, this year feels different. Some restaurateurs are reporting this season’s festivities as their most successful yet. … Continued
When you think about Italian cuisine in Toronto’s food scene, it’s hard not to think of a spot opened by Liberty Entertainment Group. From DaNico to Don Alfonso, the group has helped shape the city’s idea of Italian cuisine —and now it’s taking that vision south, setting its sights on Miami. This isn’t Liberty Entertainment … Continued
There’s a lot of things happening at chef Michael Hunter’s restaurant, Antler. It’s celebrating its ten-year anniversary this year, but it also mysteriously shut its doors on Monday for a month-long period. So what’s happening within those walls? “With the temporary closure, we’ll be completing a thoughtful renovation that supports the next chapter of Antler. … Continued
When Dave Sidhu first launched Taberna Social as a pop-up at Muskoka’s Katalyst Brewery, he knew he had something special — so special, in fact, that he turned it into a permanent location in Bracebridge. That location has since permanently closed, and the concept has moved to Wellington Street in Toronto, featuring a refined menu … Continued
Michael Edwards has lived in Roncesvalles for years, and when La Cubana closed, he saw an opportunity. He wanted to give the neighbourhood something that felt personal — a place with energy, warmth and a bit of himself in it. This January, he’s opening Proper, a New York–style Italian restaurant aimed at bringing some life … Continued
Byblos Uptown quietly closed its doors on Oct. 20, and just a few months later, the space at 2537 Yonge St. has been reborn as Melani. After seven years serving Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare, the restaurant has been reimagined as a Greek-inspired spot, combining traditional culinary methods with a modern twist and Instagram-worthy presentation. … Continued
Foodies with a penchant for Italian cuisine are about to get very excited: There’s a new pasta restaurant that just opened on Queen West. Pastalia’s concept functions similar to a poke or burrito restaurant – you pick your fresh, handmade pasta base (and its size), you pick your toppings, and it all goes together in … Continued
