Cinnamon buns are a year-round treat, but there’s something extra cozy about indulging during the chilly winter months. Whether it’s a lazy Sunday morning or a quick pick-me-up after holiday shopping, these gooey, sweet rolls are the ultimate comfort food. Here’s where to find the best buns in the city — because really, any time … Continued
San Francesco Foods will close its original Clinton Street location on Monday, Dec. 21, ending a more than 70-year run in Toronto’s Little Italy. The decision, according to a staff member was financial. “We just haven’t been making the money we used to,” they said, adding that the closure was not the result of a … Continued
Santa’s love for cookies is legendary, so who better to find Toronto’s best than chefs Anthony Rose and Nadège Nourian? With a knack for indulgence, they’re the perfect pair to discover the city’s sweetest holiday treats. Winner: Midnight Cookie Nadège: “This looks so good, and the chocolate is still warm. They are using very … Continued
Beef Wellington is the holiday showstopper that brings drama to any table. With its tender beef, earthy mushrooms, rich pâté and flaky puff pastry, it has become a festive favourite. Though its origins are debated, with some attributing it to the Duke of Wellington, others claiming a murkier history, this dish has been adored by … Continued
Some spots are all about the food, while others are about the moment. In Yorkville, the city’s style district, Powder Room — a new supper club with a hint of New York attitude — looks like it could have it all. Inside, the décor feels straight out of a magazine: Dolce & Gabbana wall coverings … Continued
It’s almost Christmas, which means party food is back in rotation. Around the city, retro cocktail staples like shrimp cocktail, devilled eggs and escargots are being refreshed with a modern touch, just in time for December nights out. Icy Legend Move over cocktail wieners — the shrimp cocktail is official back on the party scene. … Continued
We’re halfway through December, which means bakery windows across Toronto are fogged with sugar, spice and everything nice! So the timing couldn’t be better for a new ranking of the most sought-after cake shops across Canada and the U.S. — and Toronto shows up like it always does, right on top. The list comes from … Continued
Thanos Tripi, the mastermind behind Mamakas Food Group, is bringing his Greek flair to Summerhill with a new location next year. Fresh off launching his own olive oil, he’s spilling the secrets behind his favourite neighbourhood spots, family holiday dishes and the flavours that make Toronto bite back — plus what makes this next chapter … Continued
The holidays have landed, and Toronto’s dessert table is going global. In a city where every neighbourhood feels like its own country, Christmas sweets are travelling far and wide. After a whirlwind of sugar, chefs Nuit Regular and Anthony Rose have crowned the treat that truly sleighed them all. Winner: Bunner’s “Winner!” was the first … Continued
Puppy yoga was not on my holiday bingo card. But when you’re the mother of an eight-year-old who is obsessed with dogs — specifically golden retrievers — and you stumble across an Instagram post announcing a class with golden retriever puppies, the universe is basically telling you to get your credit card. So we booked … Continued
If you’re on the hunt for your next sweet or savoury fix this holiday season, here’s a reason to head just outside Toronto: Tatin Bakehouse in Oakville has been named one of the world’s Top 5 New Bakeries of 2025 by Beli, the social app that ranks and tracks dining experiences worldwide. Located about an … Continued
LeBron James may have come to Toronto for basketball, but he once again found time for one of his favourite off-court rituals: dinner at Silent H. Fresh off the Lakers’ Thursday night win over the Raptors — the same game that ended his 1,297-game streak of scoring at least 10 points — James slipped into … Continued
