When a Whitby pizzeria opens a new location at Toronto’s harbourfront this summer, they will bring not only their award-winning pizzas but also exclusive drinks, authentic recipes and the essence of Tuscany. Marco Caveglia, who owned a pizzeria in Tuscany for 17 years before moving to Canada, opened Tuscan Wolf Pizzeria in downtown Whitby in … Continued
It took less than a year in business for Holi Taco to become known for serving up some of the best tacos in Toronto. Given that it replaced what was the original Burger’s Priest, the cozy take-out taqueria had some big shoes to fill, but owner chef Luis Valenzuela and his team found a way … Continued
After thirteen years of providing Toronto with some of the country’s most luxurious French desserts, Delysées has expanded to open its very first restaurant. It comes in the form of a French Moroccan champagne bar in Yorkdale Mall named Campaniae that is exclusively serving the LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) Group. Like the dessert boutique, … Continued
When this year’s snow storms had us all stuck at home, it was hard to imagine this time would ever come — the first week of spring! Birds are coming home, flowers will soon be budding, the sun is finally out. That means it’s time for us to come to life too. Here are 25 … Continued
A new midtown sandwich spot is taking customers on a trip to Italy through schiacciata — a Tuscan flatbread somewhat similar to focaccia, though thinner, crispier and chewier. Though it only opened in February, customers have been quick to compare the artisan sandwiches crafted at Ariete E Toro to those found at All’Antico Vinaio, a … Continued
Experience the elevated vibe of downtown Toronto dining in North York with the opening of Rumeli Restaurant, a family-run spot serving specialty platters and a seafood-forward twist on Turkish cuisine. Situated on Dufferin Street just steps away from G. Ross Lord Park, Rumeli is awash in gold and emerald tones but it’s the decadent chandeliers, … Continued
The Bloorcourt neighbourhood might have felt the loss when Overpressure Club closed, but the downtime didn’t last long. The same team has now returned with a fresh vibe, reopening the spot as Gochu Libre Kantina. Also behind the Dundas West hot spot Project Gigglewater, the team has taken influence from the neighbourhood to combine Mexican … Continued
What was once a hidden pizza shop has now transformed into Enoteca 89, a vibrant space that’s buzzing by day as a coffee shop and pizzeria and comes alive at night as a wine bar, restaurant and bottle shop. With the same passionate ownership, it’s not just a place to eat, but a community hub … Continued
For a decade, Fat Pasha has been a staple in Toronto, praised as one of the top places to find Middle Eastern cuisine. The Dupont Street restaurant’s menu — offering both traditional Ashkenazi and Sephardic flavours — speaks volumes to why customers return, but it’s chef and owner Anthony Rose’s dedication to Toronto, and the … Continued
With the ever-evolving influence of media, new restaurant openings and culinary innovation, the flavours and tastes that diners crave are constantly shifting. So, what’s on the horizon for 2025? We spoke to several of Toronto’s top chefs to get their take on what diners will be seeking this year — and how they’ll want to … Continued
A new Mexican spot in Kensington Market is proving that the team behind Gus Tacos is about more than just their signature dish. Emilio and Augustus Morales have returned to the neighbourhood where Augustus and his father first opened a food stall upon arriving in Canada, eventually leading to the launch of Gus Tacos. Now, … Continued
“When people ask me my dream, I say I want to overhear a discussion on where to have dinner tonight and hearing — among their choices of Chinese, Indian, or Italian — Palestinian.’ It’s making Palestinian food what it is, which is a beautiful cuisine, like any other.” Such was chef Fadi Kattan’s motivation for … Continued
