With breakfast and brunch spots popping up on every corner, Toronto’s love for late-morning feasts keeps growing. We asked some of the city’s top chefs where they go when they’re craving the perfect eggs, pastries and sweet or savoury treats. From classic diner plates to inventive new brunch concepts, these are their go-to spots and … Continued
Toronto’s restaurant scene is always evolving — but this summer saw the end of several local favourites. From longtime neighbourhood staples to promising newcomers that barely had a year to make their mark, these closures hit hard. Whether due to financial pressures, personal reinvention, or the ever-changing nature of the industry, here are some of … Continued
If you love poutine (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t?), then you’ll want to circle Saturday, September 6 on your calendar. That’s when Smoke-A-Palooza 2025 returns to Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square) for what promises to be the wildest and most delicious street party Toronto has seen all year. Presented by Smoke’s Poutinerie the event is … Continued
Toronto’s BBQ game is getting even more tastier and a lot more convenient. The team behind east-end heavyweight The Carbon Bar has launched a new offshoot, this time at King and Spadina, with a fast-casual concept called Carbon Snack Bar. This new all-day snack bar keeps the same DNA as the original with its smoked … Continued
Café Atelier is a new brunch destination in Thornhill with a clear mission: to serve thoughtful, comforting food that looks like a work of art. Hailey Lee, one of the founders, says the café is inspired by the brunch culture she’s experienced worldwide — but with a uniquely local and creative twist. “We’re a small … Continued
The Toronto International Film Festival returns this September, and for its 50th anniversary, the city is going all out. Nearly 300 films will screen between September 4 and 14 for TIFF50, with Colin Hanks’ John Candy: I Like Me kicking things off on opening night. But it’s not just the red carpets drawing the spotlight … Continued
Whether you prefer yours chilled and mixed with mayonnaise or served warm and dunked with butter, there’s no denying that this classic New England treat is what summer is all about. Here are 5 of the very best lobster rolls you can find in Toronto. Lobster Burger Bar View this post on Instagram … Continued
By now, every outlet has already published the full list of this year’s CNE food creations — from pickle boats and noodle pizza to lobster ice cream and glitter tea. But not all of them are going to be hits. Some will vanish before the first weekend is over. Others will create pandemonium and lineups … Continued
Toronto’s own Rob Gentile made headlines last year when he packed his bags for balmier weather and made the move to Los Angeles. The former Buca chef teamed up with fellow Torontonian and restaurateur Janet Zuccarini to open Stella West Hollywood — a sprawling, 8,000-square-foot Italian restaurant in the former home of Madeo. Since its … Continued
Some Toronto restaurants don’t bother with 10-page menus; they pick one thing and perfect it. From flaky, cream-topped scones to yolk-dripping egg sandwiches and Paris-worthy steak frites, these are the city’s top spots for one masterful dish. Not your nan’s scones Who says scones are just for the Brits? At Hiya Scones and Coffee — … Continued
Biidaasige Park is officially open, and it’s kind of a big deal. Sitting on the new island of Ookwemin Minising, it’s the biggest park Toronto’s seen in decades — complete with ziplines, a giant snowy owl, splash zones and bike trails for days. And when you’ve had your fill of climbing, paddling or just hanging … Continued
There’s something about a summer patio by the water that makes you think you’ve slipped out of Toronto and into some sun-soaked fantasy. And while summer in Toronto is pretty special, these waterfront spots will have you daydreaming that you’re oceans away. Joe Bird View this post on Instagram A post shared by … Continued
