Before becoming Kamala Khan in Ms. Marvel, Iman Vellani was a teenager with no acting credits who took a chance on an open casting call. The role launched her into the Marvel Cinematic Universe and led to her latest project, Chachu, a neo-noir private investigator comic centred on a 19-year-old South Asian girl. Despite her … Continued
The city’s newest treats are facing off against a Toronto classic. Chefs Anthony Rose and Nuit Regular taste the latest sandos, slushies and scoops to see if Bang Bang’s legendary ice cream cookie sandwich still comes out on top. Mango Tango: Cachito from Mexico “This is my kind of slushy,” Anthony raved. Though he typically … Continued
Forget the viral lineups and impossible reservations. We asked Toronto food creator Fred Bkayleh (@fredbk on TikTok) to share the neighbourhood gems he recommends to friends, returns to again and again, and keeps ordering from. 1. Chantecler View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chantecler (@chanteclerto) Tucked along Bloor West near … Continued
Across the city, a growing number of food and drink spots are proving you don’t need a massive footprint to make a lasting impression. These pocket-sized shops — often no bigger than a walk-in closet — are serving up everything from perfectly pulled espresso to caramelized onion smash burgers and inventive gelato that’s worth lining … Continued
Caribana is back this week and so is the city’s craving for authentic jerk chicken. Our resident tasting chefs, Anthony Rose and Nuit Regular, blind-tasted six of Toronto’s top contenders to settle the score. WINNER: RAP’S “This one’s got the spice,” said Nuit, who loved the bold, balanced flavour. Anthony called it “a good jerk … Continued
Toronto has a new cocktail bar worth knowing about. Located at 235 Adelaide St. W., Mizunara has officially kicked off its soft opening, morphing from its wildly popular 2025 First Taste pop-up into a permanent, warm, and inviting contemporary cocktail restaurant. Named after the rare Japanese oak used to age whisky, Mizunara is all about … Continued
For a long time, the unwritten rule for local wine lovers has been that Ontario handles whites well, but if you want a serious red, you buy imported from California, France, or Italy. A winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake might have just challenged that assumption. Wine critic Tony Aspler awarded a 100-point score to Big Head Wines’ … Continued
A huge piece of Toronto’s summer plan is officially off the table this year, and local festival-goers are pretty crushed. Afrofest, famous for being North America’s biggest free African music festival, has made the tough call to hit pause on its 2026 event. View this post on Instagram A post shared by AFROFEST … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s dining scene keeps evolving, and this week’s newest openings prove the city still knows how to keep things interesting. From cozy neighbourhood spots built around nostalgia and comfort food to polished new restaurants bringing French, Italian and global flavours to the table, there’s plenty to add to your must-try list. Here are some of … Continued
Get your comfy clothes ready and your calendars clear, because Toronto’s favourite street festival Taste of the Danforth is making its long-awaited return. We at Streets of Toronto are beyond pumped to team up as the official Social Media Sponsor for what is easily going to be the biggest weekend of the summer! From Friday, … Continued
If you’ve ever wanted to hang out in a boutique hotel lobby purely for the vibe without dropping several hundred bucks on a stay, there’s a new spot about an hour from Toronto worth keeping on your radar for a weekend road trip. The Grand is the latest venture from the team behind Motel, the … Continued
Canada once again proved that it’s a superstar when it comes to the world’s best culinary competitions, and, not surprisingly, a Toronto-area chef helped make it happen. Team Canada placed second at the Bocuse d’Or Americas 2026 in New Orleans on Sunday, finishing behind the U.S. and ahead of Colombia, Mexico and Argentina. This is … Continued
