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
The “Chino” from Uncle Pete’s might be Toronto’s most controversial sandwich, but its brilliance is hard to deny. While a mozzarella arancini tucked into homemade focaccia sounds heavy, the dish is elevated by a crucial finishing touch: Rippah Chili Oil. Yet, like many of the city’s best culinary breakout stories, this one didn’t begin in … Continued
Roncesvalles, or “Roncy” as the locals call it, has long held its own as a small but mighty neighbourhood in downtown Toronto. Deep in the west end, the strip prides itself on contrast, featuring both old-world charm and quietly cool modernities. Bordering on suburbia, the heart of the strip finds itself surrounded by homes. Best … Continued
In a city that never stops chasing the next food trend, Cafe Polonez has done something much harder: it has remained. The Roncesvalles institution has been serving traditional Polish comfort food for more than four decades, a true testament to the people who built the legacy and the generations of Torontonians who’ve kept coming back. … Continued
In a time when travel feels increasingly turbulent: flights getting pricier, advisories piling up, and headlines scaring off some of the braver jet setters, Torontonians continue to provide, offering the locals a softer landing of sorts. If you’ve found yourself daydreaming at work about escaping one of the endless snowstorms this exceptionally sleet-filled winter season, … Continued
If you’ve lived above ground at any point in the past three months, you’ve seen Heated Rivalry, meaning there’s one specific, ultra-romantic cottage that comes to mind when you hear: “I’m coming to the cottage.” And now, fans actually can. The Canadian cottage that’s been played across over 10 million television screens globally and replayed … Continued
If you’ve noticed more photo booths popping up around the city lately, you’re not imagining it. Within the last five years photo booths have slowly taken over the corners of our city. Toronto is deep in its analog era, and that means two things: both offline adventures and the pursuit of true vintage photo booths. … Continued
Valentine’s Day is almost here, and if you haven’t booked anything yet, don’t panic. After months of the typical Canadian blast, nothing says romance like staying in, tucking yourself under a blanket, and spending intimate time with your partner. But who said staying in has to mean staying home? Ontario hotels seem to agree, answering … Continued
Toronto’s dining scene has heard the demands of their people and they’ve come with answers. As costs rise and habits shift, some of the city’s most respected restaurant groups are rethinking how luxury shows up in everyday life. As a result there seems to be a growing wave of sister restaurants that deliver the same … Continued
As a food writer, I’ve committed the ultimate cardinal sin. I’ve been holding out on you. Three months ago I had the best sandwich of my life and I’ve kept it to myself ever since. But just a little over a week ago, small town influencer duo @livto2020 traveled to Bolton, Ontario and discovered my … Continued
The tiny Canadian hockey show that could, Heated Rivalry, has become an international sensation, and Toronto is taking part in the action with plenty of themed events across the city. Since premiering at the Image+Nation Festival in Montreal and landing on Crave only a little over a month ago in late November, Heated Rivalry has … Continued
With the holiday season over and the not-so-mild winter weather quickly making its way in, the lack of hustle and bustle in the city streets can bring on some serious Stephen King-level cabin fever. Take advantage of the season and explore these hidden gems just outside the city. From cozy-small town charm to outdoor adventures … Continued
