Author: Megan Gallant
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Toronto’s most romantic restaurants
While Toronto has plenty of options when it comes to greasy, fattening comfort food that makes you feel oh-so good and oh-so bad at the same time, sometimes it’s fun to put on your best suit or best heels, hit the town, and get dinner somewhere that makes a regular Tuesday night feel extra special. Whether … Continued
The Bachelor comes to Toronto for the first time
Though all of Bachelor Nation is waiting in anticipation to see the fallout from last week’s drama, Canadian fans have even more to look forward to, as Toronto sets the scene for this season’s fifth episode. This will be the first time the city has been the setting for the long-running reality TV series. If … Continued
Kick off Super Bowl Sunday in Toronto with these game day packages
You don’t need to be a sports fan to know that Super Bowl Sunday is next weekend. It’s the only sporting event that’s fit for everyone, since it’s usually about a lot more than football. Sure, some people attend Super Bowl parties to cheer on their team, but plenty of others are there for the … Continued
A new farm-to-table brunch spot from Calgary is coming soon to Liberty Village
One of Calgary’s hottest brunch spots is slowly popping up across the continent and Toronto is lucky enough to get not one, but two OEB locations opening later this year. The first will be “hatching” in Liberty Village this spring. When Chef Mauro Martina opened Calgary’s first OEB back in 2009, he had no intention … Continued
Bell Let’s Talk garners mixed reviews from Ontarians this year
Even if you didn’t know that Wednesday was Bell Let’s Talk Day, you probably figured it out soon after you opened any social media platform this morning and saw hundreds of people reposting and sharing the videos and hashtags. When Bell Media started Bell Let’s Talk and the annual day devoted to it, the goal … Continued
You can order Istanbul-style brunch every single day from this Turkish cafe
The expansion of Toronto’s Turkish bakery Simit and Chai was in the works long before it came to life. John and Dee Ulgen spent three years searching for a space that would match their “particular” vision, and, finally, in November 2020, that vision led to the opening of Turkish brunch venue, Pasaj. Having both grown … Continued
Where to go holiday shopping on Queen West this season
Queen West has no shortage of cute indie boutiques, hipster shops and lively bars and cafes. The range of selection is what makes this neighbourhood a hotspot for holiday shopping. We’ve put together a shopping list to get you familiar with some small Queen West businesses and help get everyone crossed off your holiday shopping … Continued
Where to go holiday shopping in Leslieville this season
If Black Friday deals haven’t already gotten you in the shopping mood, the first week of December is crunch time for finding gifts in time for the holidays. Just like last year, Torontonians are looking to support local companies and brands. And with global supply shortages plaguing all kinds of industries, it might be your … Continued
This holiday festival features a rooftop patio and Toronto’s first Crokicurl rink
This week, stackt Market kick-started the holiday season with the opening of its Holiday Hills festival. Holiday Hills is a free and family-friendly event that will get you in the Christmas spirit with shopping, food, holiday-themed workshops, and live music from local artists. The festival marks the opening of stackt’s first rooftop patio, GoldInn. Located … Continued
Hogtown Vegan’s comfy new outpost is the perfect spot for late night hangs
Last week, Hogtown Vegan, Toronto’s favourite home to plant-based deliciousness, opened a new concept and customers already can’t get enough. Hunny is an Instagram-worthy hangout spot with all the familiarity and great tastes of Hogtown Vegan. Hogtown Vegan’s Bloor Street location has been closed since the start of the pandemic, but as restrictions began to … Continued