Toronto’s bar scene is about to get a little more literary. Arriving in Toronto this upcoming spring is yet another sign that Toronto and New York are two sides of the same coin. Over the past two years, book bars — spaces that blend literature, conversation and cocktails — have gained momentum across New York … Continued
While Toronto may be known for its endless list of culturally rich and deliciously diverse cuisine, it doesn’t exactly have a strong roster of Viennese restaurants. In fact, I’d be willing to wager that most Torontonians (myself, a self appointed foodie, included) would struggle to name a second. Which is exactly why this hidden gem … Continued
A home on a street in North York is back with its absolutely massive holiday lights display for the season. Toronto’s long-standing holiday tradition is back and bigger than ever for its 26th year. In support of The SickKids Foundation, the De Sario Family Festival of Lights is again embracing the season of giving and … Continued
Toronto has seen Romeo and Juliet a hundred times over, tormenting audiences as they scream, internally and otherwise, for the teens not to make the same fatal choices. Most recently, the tragedy played out under the stars in Canadian Stage’s Dream in High Park. But rarely has anyone stopped to ask the simple but satisfying … Continued
Toronto just got a brand-new playground for anime lovers, indie creators and anyone who still believes in the magic of handmade art. Meet Artist Alley, the city’s newest small arts hub — tucked right into the ground floor of 665 Yonge St., one of the busiest stretches in Canada. It opened this past October and … Continued
When Hayley Wickenheiser walks into Scotiabank Arena, it’s with the quiet certainty of someone who’s lived several lifetimes on the ice. Olympic champion, then emergency medicine doctor and now assistant general manager for the Toronto Maple Leafs, she’s stepped into yet another role — an advocate working to break down the financial barriers that keep … Continued
If you’ve ever wished you could check into an art gallery, not just walk through one, The Liberty Inn in Caledon is just about that. An hour from Toronto, this five-suite boutique inn blends wellness, craft and history — but the real headline is that nearly every surface, plate, tile and detail has been made … Continued
Toronto’s getting its very own version of New York City’s Sleep No More — and this time, you actually have a chance to get tickets. After a completely sold-out debut earlier this year, Ophis, the city’s seductive, choose-your-own-adventure Medusa myth, is returning to The Great Hall this January. The remount comes from Transcen|Dance Project, the company … Continued
King West usually isn’t associated with holiday cheer. On any given weekend, the neighbourhood is a blur of espresso martinis, sparkly tops and people loudly debating whether to order fries “for the table.” But this year, something unusual is happening: King Street is going full Christmas mode. Toronto has been slowly warming up to holiday … Continued
Toronto is the city that gave us Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Daniel Caesar and The Tragically Hip — so it’s no surprise that, after a few quieter years on the live music front, the city’s sound is coming back to life, one stage at a time. From Yorkville to Queen West, live music is taking over … Continued
Calling all BookTokers and sentimentalists: Toronto’s new Queen Street West bookstore is made for the lovers — of love, of books and of happily-ever-afters. After spending a year charming readers at Stackt Market, co-owners Kearston Bergeron and Serena Goodchild have opened the doors to their newest and most permanent location of Hopeless Romantic Books at … Continued
If you’ve missed the days when Toronto’s nightlife had a bit more grit, a bit more groove, and a whole lot more heart, Dina’s Tavern might be your new favourite spot. The newly opened live music bar at 486 Spadina Ave. occupies hallowed ground — once home to the legendary Silver Dollar Room, a cornerstone … Continued
