Every chef has their spots — the restaurant they quietly recommend to friends or the dining room they save for a big night out. We spoke with 70 of Toronto’s top chefs about the restaurants they genuinely love, from special-occasion splurges to under-$100 neighbourhood favourites perfect for a random Tuesday night. These are the restaurants … Continued
The restaurant scene in Toronto is in one of those too many good options, not enough nights phases. This week’s new openings stretch across the city, from intimate cocktail bars in the east end to small tasting menus in North York, plus late-night fried chicken, Greek comfort food, Persian plates and Portuguese home cooking that … Continued
Back in the day, if you wanted to spot what was next in food, you looked to New York. Toronto always seemed to be just a step or two behind but recently that dynamic seems to have flipped. From clean lunches in NoMad to somehow didn’t already have, a few of the city’s best ideas … Continued
Toronto never misses an excuse to party, and Cinco de Mayo is the ultimate reason to go all in. Whether you’re here for the tacos, the tequila, or just the high-energy crowd, the city is bringing way more than just basic margs this year. We’ve got everything from rooftop takeovers and live mariachi to circus-inspired … Continued
Cinco de Mayo is basically an excuse to eat your weight in cinnamon sugar. To help you choose wisely, chefs Nuit Regular and Anthony Rose tackled Toronto’s fried dough hybrids. From cheesecake to mochi spirals, these treats aren’t a churro-ble mistake. Anthony’s Winner: Cheesy Does-it “I’m not usually a sweets person,” Anthony admitted, but this … Continued
Toronto food influencer Rick Silver (@dicksworld) knows his way around a deli counter. He’s narrowed down the absolute best Jewish spots for all the must-have classics. Here’s his take on the institutions actually worth the hype. 1. Centre Street Deli View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rick Silver (@dicks.world) This … Continued
North York tends toward the grandiose when it comes to Persian dining. Denj does not. Tucked into a quiet, understated Willowdale corner, the bistro ditches velvet and chandeliers for clean lines, letting the kitchen take centre stage. The name itself — Denj — translates to a”cosy, secluded and peaceful spot,” a vibe that Avesta, the … Continued
Two years ago, Toronto’s burger scene underwent a seismic shift when Shant Mardirosian, the visionary founder of The Burger’s Priest, opened Elijah’s Automatic Flame Broiled. Moving away from the ubiquitous smash burger trend, Mardirosian looked to the past — specifically the nostalgic, charcoal-scented roadside stands of 1980s Los Angeles. Now the space at 821 The … Continued
It’s officially that time of year! The Raptors are back in the playoffs, and the energy in Toronto is absolutely electric. Whether you’re heading to Jurassic Park or just catching the game at a bar, you can feel everyone rallying behind the team. Looking to eat like an NBA player — or at least sit … Continued
Showing up to a dinner party with wine is always a safe choice. Showing up with something you had to preorder and pick up at a specific time feels a bit more special. Toronto hasn’t gotten rid of the line — it’s just moved it online. The city’s most in-demand food now comes down to … Continued
If you’ve been trying to make the pilgrimage to Crystal Beach to experience Rizzo’s House of Parm but your gas tank or your schedule says otherwise, Matty Matheson just dropped the best news of the spring. The celebrity chef and The Bear star, is officially bringing his love story to the Italian family to Toronto. … Continued
If your TikTok algorithm has been an endless stream of warm, melt-in-your-mouth cookies being scooped straight out of the pan and piled high into cups, then consider this your sign: Toronto finally has one of its own. The viral “cookie scoop” has officially landed in the city, and it’s coming out of Little Pebbles, the … Continued
