Cory Vitiello has been shaping Toronto’s food scene for 20 years, honing his skills at the iconic Harbord Room and even cooking for Meghan Markle before her royal days. Now he brings casual done right to the Frederick, on the ground floor of the historic Dineen Building. Roast chicken gets a fine-dining touch, his famous … Continued
From Black Lagoon’s Toronto debut in 2021, this Halloween pop-up — co-created by Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage — has spread its eerie magic across North America. Hayes shares the inspirations that keep the season dark, immersive and deliciously unforgettable. Did you know right away this spooky little idea could be huge? A few nights … Continued
Toronto’s love affair with Desi flavours runs deep — from the city’s first Little India on Gerrard Street to new-wave chefs reimagining comfort food with a South Asian twist. “Desi” refers to people and cultures from the Indian subcontinent, and in Toronto, that influence shows up everywhere — even between burger buns. Roncy’s late-night fix … Continued
Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy—it’s about the boos too! Toronto bars are turning up the fright factor with spine-chilling cocktails, eerie elixirs, and wickedly fun vibes. Here are five hauntingly delicious spots to sip your way through spooky season. Hellbar at Offworld Bar View this post on Instagram A post shared … Continued
At 1111 Queen Street East, the hum of nostalgia meets the thrill of the new. Fangio Trattoria, the latest addition to Leslieville’s dining scene, is both a love letter to the neighbourhood and a respectful nod to the space’s storied past. “The concept is, an Italian restaurant, casual like a true trattoria is,” says owner … Continued
Brunch, all-day coffee, crepes, hidden patio, local art, live music: Epos Café Couture is quietly turning Yorkville into a little slice of Paris. “Yorkville is all about art, the fashion industry and music, and it pretty much reminds me of Europe,” says owner Arpina Andreasyan. “I wanted to bring an experience that feels like stepping … Continued
Toronto’s dining scene never slows and neither does food influencer Rick Silver (@dicksworld). He’s back with his unfiltered takes on four sandwich spots — some hitting the mark, others missing it. When Rick speaks, you listen. 1. Vero Sandwiches View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rick Silver (@dicks.world) Located on … Continued
One of Toronto’s favourite Mediterranean restaurants just closed — but a brand-new hotspot is already taking its place After six years serving modern Mediterranean cuisine to Midtown Toronto, Byblos Uptown is closing its doors. The restaurant announced on Instagram that its final service will be October 20, 2025, thanking its team and neighbourhood regulars … Continued
As the Halloween spirit casts its enchanting spell, we’ve conjured up a bewitching list of all the delightfully eerie and ghoulishly delicious themed food offerings waiting to haunt your taste buds in the city. Here are all the Halloween-themed food you can find in Toronto this month. Helloween Ramen If you like the heat, head … Continued
Top Chef Canada just kicked off its 12th season, and three Ontario chefs are in the running— including one who works alongside Matty Matheson. Toronto’s Coulson Armstrong and Shai-Ann Tyson, along with Prince Edward County’s Charlotte Langley (Nice Cans and Langley Foods) are all in the running for the crown. Here’s what they told us … Continued
Toronto and the rest of Ontario are well represented in this year’s Chinese Restaurant Awards, which are spotlighting the best of Chinese dining across Canada with their inaugural Elite 30 Canada Awards. From Cantonese dim sum and banquet classics to modern Taiwanese and Sichuan spots, the awards offer a rare, independent look at the chefs … Continued
Toronto’s pricey. Between sky-high rent and $20 cocktails, a meal out can feel like a splurge. But cheap eats doesn’t have to mean boring or low quality. We asked some of the city’s top chefs where they go when they want a filling, delicious meal that won’t drain the wallet. These are the spots that … Continued
