Grab your shakers and get ready to stir up some (non-alcoholic) fun! oronto’s top bars are making it easy to dive into a Dry January with their delicious mocktails stealing the show. Here are the 8 best places to enjoy Dry January in Toronto. BarChef At BarChef, Frankie Solarik is crafting spirit-free cocktails with premium … Continued
Toronto’s food scene is finally having a moment again, and the lineup is actually worth the hype. We’re looking at some major chef-led debuts, cult favourites finally moving uptown and a few spots that’ll help you snag a table without the three-hour wait. Here are Toronto’s most anticipated restaurant openings and why they’re worth the … Continued
Shaquille O’Neal’s Big Chicken has crossed into Canada, opening its first location just outside Toronto inside the newly renovated TD Coliseum. The restaurant marks the brand’s first step north of the border. Big Chicken launched in 2018 at Las Vegas’ Mandalay Bay, built around O’Neal’s love of loud non-apologetic comfort food done right. The brand … Continued
Toronto is a brunch city. Every weekend, restaurants fill with families, those nursing hangovers, and those gearing up for one with a boozy brunch. The new year might have lightened wallets, but there’s always room for pancakes, eggs Benedict or a side of jazz while you eat. Whatever you’re craving, the city has a spot … Continued
In 2025, the food scene in Toronto focused on substance over hype. Chefs experimented, bars got inventive, burgers grew thick and caviar went mainstream. These eight trends show what people really wanted to eat — and what was worth trying. Italian fusion becomes the norm Fusion is the new standard in Toronto’s Italian scene Radici … Continued
A new Italian restaurant has opened just north of Steeles, giving York Region diners a fresh spot for comforting, classic dishes. Designed as both a neighbourhood trattoria and a full event venue, the Thornhill space features an elegant, modern look with a spacious bar and private rooms that can host anywhere from 20 to 100 … Continued
Toronto’s food scene kept us busy this year. From palatial Turkish restaurants and award-winning bakeries to BBQ spots putting the city on the global map, chefs and restaurateurs pushed the limits of flavour, design and ambition. We’ve rounded up the top five stories that had the city talking, drooling and lining up for seconds in … Continued
Everything must come to an end, but when it’s your favourite Toronto restaurant, the one where you celebrated milestones or the neighborhood gem that stood for years, it can be heart-wrenching. While new amazing restaurants open in Toronto daily, some can never truly be replaced. Here are the saddest restaurant closings of 2025. San Francesco … Continued
Crispy, golden, and flawlessly fried, latkes are the unsung heroes of the holiday spread. As Hanukkah rolls in, Toronto’s top eateries are elevating this humble dish, offering everything from the classic sour cream and applesauce pairing to inventive, zhuzhed-up spins that put a modern twist on tradition. Whether you’re sticking to the OG or indulging … Continued
Toronto’s dining scene never rests and neither does food influencer Rick Silver (@dicksworld). He dives into five restaurants, calling out the hits and the misses with his trademark unfiltered honesty. When Rick talks, the city listens. Atomic Burger View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rick Silver (@dicks.world) With so many … Continued
As most of you already know (since everyone watched The Bear’s season two Christmas episode) in Italian and Italian-American households, Christmas Eve is traditionally marked by the Feast of the Seven Fishes: a celebratory, meatless meal rooted in Southern Italian fasting customs. Because Christmas Eve is considered a vigil day, meat is avoided in favour … Continued
Get ready to dine like a star in Toronto on New Year’s Eve! From cool downtown spots to hidden gems, there’s a ton of awesome places where you can have a blast and enjoy some amazing food. Here are 10 Toronto restaurants that are still taking New Year’s Eve reservation. Lee Restaurant Still hunting for … Continued
