With Toronto’s first BagelFest set to take place this weekend, it got me thinking about how the city has shaped the global bagel scene. We clearly love our bagels. Ticket sales have blown past expectations and, unless the weather cooperates enough to spill crowds into the outdoor space at Henderson Brewery, the festival is effectively … Continued
It is officially time to say goodbye to one of Kensington Market’s most talked-about windows. Uncle Pete’s Bread & Co. shared the news on Instagram just a few days ago: they’re closing their doors at 161 Baldwin Street. After just eight months, lease renewals and a tight timeline for finding a new home have cut … Continued
You thought you knew every secret dining spot in Toronto? Well, guess again. There is a restaurant hidden inside a 1979 condo building that most people have never even heard of. It’s called Velouté, tucked inside the Palace Pier condos on Lake Shore. Quiet and low-profile, it’s mostly known to those who already live in … Continued
The era of the oversized, one-and-done cocktail isn’t the norm in Toronto anymore. In its place: smaller pours that let you try a few things instead of committing to the same drink all night. Right now, no format fits that shift better than the martini, in all its variations. These snack-sized versions just make sense. … Continued
If you haven’t stood in a tiny, steam-filled shop waiting for a quarter-chicken dinner in a styrofoam container, do you even live in Toronto? This month, resident tasting chefs Nuit Regular and Anthony Rose set out on a full-on poultry crawl through the city’s OG Portuguese spots — tackling piles of piri-piri chicken, fluffy rice … Continued
Boru, a new Japanese spot dedicated to hambāgu, is setting up on Adelaide Street West. The restaurant introduces a super popular dining style which has been drawing queues in Tokyo for years, focusing entirely on the craft of the patty rather than the bun. Early word from media previews suggests a tightly focused experience that’s … Continued
There are several bars in Toronto that don’t have kitchens, which means they actually want you to bring your own food. It’s a total loophole that lets you skip the $18 appetizer and eat exactly what you’re craving while you grab a drink. Most people call it BYOF (Bring Your Own Food) and it’s a … Continued
April in Toronto drags on, but the seafood scene refuses to hibernate. Across the city, bars and restaurants are piling plates with briny conservas and fresh catches that make even the grayest day worth leaving the house. For anyone bored of the usual meat-and-cheese boards, “sea-cuterie” is having a moment. Some spots serve it ready-made, … Continued
Toronto’s best experiential dining right now proves dinner is no longer just dinner. In the past decade Toronto has become a true “foodie” city. Whether it’s ambiance, menu, or gimmicks — the food scene in this city has continued to step their game up. Constantly giving us Michelin recommended restaurants, chasing the newest craze, or … Continued
A fresh bagel is basically the ultimate cheap thrill. Toasted with a thick layer of schmear or stacked into a sandwich that’s definitely going to get messy, it’s the one meal everyone in this city can actually agree on. Luckily, Toronto is in the middle of a major bagel boom right now. From wood-fired Montreal … Continued
Easter in Toronto means one thing: mini eggs have returned to the city. Everyone knows that spring doesn’t start until Easter arrives and with it comes the pastel colour palettes and the excuse to indulge in all things sugar-high. Bakeries across the city are leaning all the way in and taking it one step further … Continued
If you haven’t downloaded Too Good To Go yet, consider this your sign. The European based app from Denmark connects customers to restaurants, grocery stores and bakeries to offload unsold food at the end of the day in order to reduce food waste and bring patrons some of the city’s best bites on a budget. … Continued
