Panettone, a beloved Italian sweet bread, has a history as rich as its flavour. Originating from Milan, its roots can be traced back to the Roman Empire. Crafting this delectable treat is an art that involves a meticulous process, taking several days to achieve the perfect balance of light, airy texture and rich, yeasty flavours. From … Continued
On Tuesday mornings at the Fort York Food Bank, before most people have finished their first coffee, chef Maddy Goldberg is already doing a lap of the shelves, scouting her ingredients for the day. There’s no menu, no prep list, no spreadsheet of purveyor orders — just donations, a tiny budget and the basics she … Continued
If you love Indian food and you love Mexican, there’s a new restaurant in Toronto that you’re probably going to love: The Bollywood Tacos. The College Street spot is the city debut of the Oshawa-born brand, which first opened in 2019, and it’s bringing the same delicious and completely customizable menu that made the original … Continued
For the Toronto foodie who already seems to have (eaten) everything, giving the usual gift card feels… tired. This holiday season, skip the predictable and go straight for experiences that feed the senses, not just the stomach. From streets steeped in flavour to theatrical tasting menus and dinner mysteries, here are three foodie adventures guaranteed … Continued
’Tis the season to indulge in the classic Québécois Christmas pie — tourtière. Chef Anthony Rose sleighed the competition, helping us pick the perfect flaky winner for a Christmas feast that’s oh-so-delicious. Winner: Charmaine Sweet Studio “Now, this is a gorgeous pie. The seasoning is spot-on, the crust is fantastic, and the texture is exceptional.” 939 Eglinton Ave E., $37 … Continued
We’re all in agreement, Toronto has a stacked dining scene — you can have omakase in a back alley, Michelin stars in a mall and a smash burger on every corner. But sometimes the best meals aren’t in the city at all. Sometimes they’re down a winding country road, inside an old gas station, or … Continued
Every year, La Liste releases its ranking of the world’s 1,000 best restaurants, a global scoreboard built from guidebooks, critic roundups and millions of online reviews processed through a rigorous scoring system. For 2025, seven Toronto restaurants made the cut, the same number as last year — but with some notable changes in the line-up … Continued
At first glance, the menu at Gloria keeps it humble. “French Toast,” it says. No adjectives. No clues. No warning. Then it arrives, and you realize this isn’t just French toast — it’s something else entirely. Sitting pretty in a pool of blueberry compote, Gloria’s version looks more like a slice of cake than breakfast. … Continued
Toronto doesn’t wait for an excuse to eat dumplings. But winter might be the best one we have. As the cold sets in, there’s something deeply comforting about a steaming bamboo basket, a crispy lace-skirted fold, or a soup dumpling that warms you from the inside out. Whether you’re craving classic Cantonese dim sum, northern-style … Continued
Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve … your feed was full of it. But while the crowds are thinning in Portugal, here in Toronto, things are just heating up. Over the past year, Portuguese restaurants, bakeries and snack bars have opened across the city — and they’re not just for people craving custard tarts (though yes, there … Continued
Toronto is showing the rest of Canada how it’s done when it comes to great food! OpenTable’s Top 100 Restaurants in Canada for 2025 features 27 Toronto spots, from heavy-hitters like Alo Restaurant and Bar Isabel to exciting newcomers like The Lunch Lady, which opened its doors this summer. With 44 Ontario restaurants making the … Continued
Toronto, get ready to line up! Streets of Toronto just hit a huge milestone: 600,000 followers on Instagram. And to celebrate, we’re giving back in the tastiest way possible — 300 free ShackBurgers at each of two Shake Shack locations. Shake Shack, a Toronto favourite thanks to its Canadian-sourced ingredients and iconic Shack experience, was … Continued
