The Imperial Pub, a beloved downtown watering hole at 54 Dundas Street East, will pour its last pint on November 15. Open since 1944, the family-run spot has outlasted trends and developments, surviving nearly everything except Toronto’s obsession with condos. The pub was born when Jack Newman took over Glover’s Cafeteria and rebranded it as … Continued
Chef Julie Hyde, the talent behind Toronto’s Michelin-starred 20 Victoria, will be leaving the restaurant at the end of the year. In an Instagram post, the restaurant’s owner Chis White celebrated Hyde’s impact.“Julie made 20 Victoria what it is. Her vision, dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence defined our culinary identity,” he said. View … Continued
Drunch Kitchen isn’t easy to pin down. Is it a brunch spot? An Italian restaurant? A neighbourhood diner? Turns out it’s all three. The menu is massive, starting with breakfast served daily until 3 p.m. Stacks of pancakes, a full English breakfast and eggs Bennies in every style cover the classics, and skillet poutines smothered … Continued
Toronto’s Ossington strip just got a sultry new addition. Small Talk, a modern jazz bar from the team behind Paris Texas, Pizza Wine Disco and Whitestone Ranch, has officially opened in the former Baby Huey’s space— and it’s designed for those who’ve aged out of King Street bottle service but still want a buzzy night … Continued
Sure, sandwiches rule the lunch hour — but after school, we’re trading turkey and cheese for cookies and cream. These ice cream sandwiches aren’t just for kids: here are the best in Toronto to sweeten up your snack game. The Big Chill Ice cream sammies get the retro treatment at the Big Chill. Choose from … Continued
Toronto’s Côte de Boeuf has long been a standout on Ossington Avenue, a slice of Paris in the city, beloved for its unpretentious yet impeccable French fare. Founded by Teo Paul and managed by Eamon O’Dea, the restaurant has earned a loyal following for over a decade. Paul is also behind Ossington’s Union, Hamilton’s Le … Continued
Pickering-born chef Victoria Rinsma is about to put Canadian cuisine on the global stage. The young sous chef at Oakville’s Michelin-recognized Hexagon will represent Canada this October at the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition Grand Finale in Milan, one of the world’s most prestigious showcases for emerging culinary talent. Rinsma’s path to Milan has been … Continued
Introducing Toronto’s 2025 Best of the Best — our ultimate city guide to everything you need to know, from the juiciest burgers and trendiest cold plunges to the sharpest tailors and most talented tattoo artists. Kicking off our three-part series with food, we’ve rounded up the spots you absolutely need to try right now — … Continued
Downtown Toronto has a new gathering place that pays homage to the timeless appeal of the classic bar and grill, complete with all your favourite comfort foods. Opening today (Sept. 9) in Toronto’s historic Dineen Building, The Frederick is the latest concept from LFG Growth Partners following its 2022 acquisition of The Chase, when the … Continued
Toronto is seeing green — literally. Matcha the finely ground green tea powder that’s taken over Instagram feeds and café counters, has officially gone from wellness trend to full-blown obsession. You’ll find it whipped into lattes, churned into ice cream, dusted over cakes and even poured into cocktails. Not just a trend, it’s loved for … Continued
Toronto just lost an award-winning restaurant —along with a slice of Drake history. The Real Jerk, the Caribbean restaurant immortalized as the backdrop of Drake and Rihanna’s steamy Work video, has suddenly closed its College Street location. The news broke on September 1 in a brief Instagram post. View this post on Instagram … Continued
If you’ve never met a schiacciata, you’re in for a treat. This Florentine flatbread, made famous at All’Antico Vinaio in Florence, is having a moment in Toronto. Chefs Anthony Rose and Massimo Capra sampled five of the city’s best — and yes, it was as fun as it sounds. Anthony’s Pick: Ariete e Toro Massimo … Continued
