We’ve all seen the OpenTable “Most Romantic” list by now, and while dining in a marble-clad mausoleum with a $400 bill is certainly a choice, it’s not always the most memorable way to spend Valentine’s Day. If your idea of romance leans more toward warm lighting, thoughtful cooking and a space with real personality, you’re … Continued
For those of you wondering, or for anyone who thinks a Michelin star doesn’t mean anything to chefs and restaurateurs in this city: think again. At the Michelin ceremony in Toronto last September, Eric Chong stood on stage as the man of the hour. His newest venture, aKin, was the only restaurant in the city … Continued
Toronto’s winter just got a major upgrade. From alpine-inspired bites to wild après-ski parties, the city’s serving up all the snowy fun you could ask for. Whether you’re ready to dance the night away or just want to kick back in your best retro ski gear, this season’s got you covered. So grab your crew, … Continued
While filming in Toronto, Alexander Skarsgård found his new favourite artist over a bowl of noodles. Appearing on Late Night with Seth Meyers this week, the actor admitted that while he leaned into the “Brat” trend in 2025, Charli XCX only hit number two on his most recent Spotify Wrapped. The top spot went to … Continued
Toronto is bursting with Italian flavours that blend Northern and Southern influences. Stroll through Little Italy or King Street west, and you’ll discover everything from creamy risottos and wood-fired pizzas to mouthwatering gelato and flaky pastries. If you’re a fan of great food, the city’s best Italian restaurants are definitely worth exploring! 25. La Palma … Continued
If there’s one savoury guilty pleasure this city loves, it’s the Jamaican Beef Patty: and starting this Thursday, that quick bite might feel a little less guilty. What first arrived as a niche, community-centred cuisine in the 1950s has over the last few decades become one of Toronto’s most defining food staples. Caribbean cooking grew … Continued
Toronto chefs are turning to grandmacore, a trend that puts family recipes and home-cooked dishes at the centre of their menus. Across the city, restaurants are serving the dishes they grew up with, often in spaces filled with family touches or pieces of their past. Here are some of the spots leading the way. Beisl … Continued
In Toronto right now, the best seat in the (restaurant) house isn’t a cozy booth but the bar. Close enough to the kitchen to feel the heat or accidentally make eye contact with a line cook, bar seating in the city jumped 78 per cent year-over-year in 2025. It’s the easiest spot to eat alone, … Continued
For years, Matty Matheson’s name alone could draw crowds, headlines and instant credibility. But after multiple Toronto restaurant closures in quick succession, it’s clear that even the city’s most recognizable food personality isn’t untouchable. In November 2025, Bar Clams, Matheson’s East Coast–inspired diner on Dundas West, shut down. The restaurant drew on maritime nostalgia and … Continued
Toronto’s cookie scene is notoriously crowded, but Anastasiia Ovchynnikova isn’t interested in the usual over-the-top gimmicks or viral bait. This month, she is launching Cookeys at Yonge and St. Clair, a project that swaps flashy toppings for serious technical chops and a “built from zero” approach. A former lawyer, Ovchynnikova moved to Canada and decided … Continued
Cheap eats might be everywhere in Toronto, but who wants to waste hard-earned cash on bland, forgettable food? We went straight to the source — the city’s top chefs, from Michelin starred maestros to culinary celebs — to spill the goods on where to find the best bites without breaking the bank. Prepare to save … Continued
Toronto winters can feel never-ending — not much sun, expensive eats and the usual sad desk lunch. But why settle for the same old when you can hit up places with tons of sunlight, chill vibes and lunch under $25? We’ve got the spots that make braving the cold worth it. Here are the restaurants … Continued
