In a move that proves she’s finally ready to trade her bike for a disco ball, Mayor Olivia Chow is officially swapping the boardroom for the barroom. In an exclusive reveal this morning, the City announced the glittery grand opening of Olivia Ciao — a one-day-only wine bar and high-energy dancing destination in the heart … Continued
Bobby Flay is officially bringing his “crunchified” burgers to Toronto this summer — and we’ve got the exclusive on why the Food Network icon is betting big on The Well. While a 65-restaurant expansion is planned across Canada, it all starts at Front and Spadina, right in a city that already takes its burgers very … Continued
Baseball season is back — and so is Toronto’s great hot dog debate. Ahead of the Jays home opener on March 27, chef Anthony Rose joined competitive eater Darrien Thomas — a seasoned player on the pro-eating circuit — to taste their way through the city’s best franks. If you can’t make it to the … Continued
If there’s one thing Ryan Baddeley’s Dovercourt slice shop, Badiali’s, does best, it’s get people lining up around the block. But these days, the real action isn’t just in the shop — it’s in the side hustles. Shake Shack has tapped the cult-favourite pizzeria for a limited-time collab, bringing Badiali’s most popular pizza flavours to … Continued
Spring has officially sprung in Toronto (finally!), and with it comes the long-awaited return of one of the city’s most beloved ice cream institutions: Tom’s Dairy Freeze. A local legend since 1969, Tom’s is back open for the season, and if you’ve got a soft spot for creamy swirls and nostalgic treats, this is your … Continued
If you thought snagging a Friday night reservation at Prime Seafood Palace was already a tough one, we have some bad news: it’s about to become impossible. Toronto’s Top Chef Canada Season 12 winner, Coulson Armstrong, just shared a “full circle” moment on Instagram — one that puts the popular steak and seafood restaurant in … Continued
If you walk through Yorkville or along College Street lately, you might have noticed that the vibe has shifted. For years, Toronto was the centre of the “glamour vegan” trend — the city that made watermelon sushi go viral and turned plant-based tacos into a standard downtown lunch. But in 2026, the mood around the … Continued
Toronto cafés used to be more predictable a couple of friendly baristas, some blueberry muffins under a glass dome and a soulful indie playlist playing in the background. Now take a walk down Ossington or through the Annex and instead of smell of espresso, you’re greeted with the scent of matcha and the sugary aroma … Continued
Parenthood is a full-time show — art-covered fridges, impromptu dance parties, endless questions and sometimes cooking just isn’t on the agenda. This March Break, give yourself a break and treat the little ones to free meals at these Toronto restaurants offering special kids-eat-free deals. Barque Smokehouse A favourite for parents and kids, Barque Smokehouse is … Continued
It’s a truth universally acknowledged that some of the city’s best experiences are the ones we can enjoy without putting on real shoes. Toronto’s high-end dining scene has officially entered its delivery eras and suddenly, dishes from places like Nobu and Occhiolino are landing at condo doors across the city via Uber Eats and DoorDash. … Continued
When Gordon Ramsay is in town, he doesn’t just dine anywhere — he heads to Ossington. Toronto chef and restaurateur David Schwartz just dropped a big Instagram shout‑out, confirming that Linny’s, one of the city’s hottest tables, recently pulled off a kitchen takeover that’s truly global in scale. View this post on Instagram … Continued
If your North York food adventures stop at the Yonge Street strip, you’re playing it safe — and missing one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Tucked away at 184 Willowdale Avenue, The Dumpling Shop has quietly served authentic Shanghainese comfort food for more than 15 years. Though the shop changed hands in late 2024, longtime … Continued
