Summer isn’t summering in Toronto unless you’re soaking up the sun on one of the city’s endless patios. But we wouldn’t just send you anywhere. We’ve called upon our friend and digital creator Jordan Shore to give you the scoop on the most underrated hidden gems to get your summer on. 1. Henry’s View … Continued
Toronto’s dining scene just gained a new Italian address, where house-made pasta, pizza, fresh seafood and understated elegance are the main attractions. La Tavola is the latest venture from Daniela Pagliaroli, who has spent more than 30 years working in the food industry and is now channelling that experience into an intimate 30-seat restaurant of … Continued
From iconic roadside burgers along Hwy. 11 and waterfront patios with perfect views to fine dining and unforgettable cottage country classics, Muskoka is packed with great places to eat. Whether you’re staying for a weekend or spending the summer at the lake, these are the restaurants, cafés and hidden gems worth visiting. Best Restaurant Born … Continued
If your weekend plans involve demolishing a square pie, Toronto’s favourite New York import just handed you the perfect excuse. Starting July 17, Prince St. Pizza is teaming up with rock icons Avenged Sevenfold and Good Charlotte to launch two limited-edition pies. The exclusive drop ties into the bands’ massive 2026 North American tour, which … Continued
A free restaurant dinner that puts kids at the centre of the experience is returning to Toronto this fall. On September 1, The Kids Table will bring 33 children together at one very long table at Liliana restaurant on Queen West for a meal prepared by chef Marvin Palomo. The dinner is being organized by … Continued
Everyone has a convenience store snack they’ll defend to the end. This Thursday, those loyalties head to a downtown park, where Torontonians will gather to crown the city’s ultimate budget snack champion. Hosted by @StreetCents, the event challenges participants to build the best convenience store snack combo they can for $5 or less. View … Continued
Toronto is always changing, and some of the city’s most interesting neighbourhoods are the ones flying under the radar. From old industrial blocks finding a new purpose to strip malls hiding some of the best food around, these five areas are giving people a reason to venture beyond their usual spots. Milliken Mills Milliken Mills … Continued
Summer in Toronto means long lines at our favourite local ice cream shops — but the flavours on this list are definitely not your average childhood classics. From West End newcomers to award-winning gelato masters, Toronto makers are taking things to a whole new level with unexpected ingredients like sourdough, brie cheeseToronto ice cream shops … Continued
If you want to get your hands on one of the best sandwiches in Ontario, you usually only have to drive about 45 minutes up to Bolton. That is where La Focaccia built its massive cult following, regularly drawing huge crowds and selling out of daily-baked sourdough focaccia by the early afternoon. But if you … Continued
Around Lawrence and Keele, Ingram-Keele is an industrial stretch that looks like an auto repair maze from the street. Inside the warehouses, it opens into fashion studios, Italian markets and craft breweries. Sit down for an artisan dinner By night, Speducci Mercatto evolves from an upscale butcher shop into an incredible sit-down dinner destination. The … Continued
Start planning your pink outfits, Toronto. The ultimate Barbiecore dining and entertainment experience is making its Canadian debut in the city this summer, and it’s a total throwback dream. Following massive, sold-out runs across the U.S. and Australia, the Malibu Barbie Cafe is landing at 70 The Esplanade on August 13. Brought to life by … Continued
Toronto’s omakase scene has officially moved beyond sushi and sashimi, with one local chef now giving the tasting-menu treatment to something a little less expected: dry-aged beef. Chef Joe Friday, the man behind Friday Burger Company, has launched a hidden Burger Omakase experience that is the first of its kind in Toronto. Instead of ordering … Continued
