By Nisean Lorde
Change is officially underway in Leafs Nation, with MLSE touting a new general manager and a major return for one of the franchise’s most beloved former captains. On Sunday, MLSE announced that John Chayka has been appointed the team’s new GM, while franchise legend Mats Sundin is also returning to the organization. The 55-year-old last … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Pizza-flavoured cookie, anyone? Toronto’s cookie scene just got a playful new addition, and it’s not sticking to sweets. Milk & Cookies opened in Kensington Market last month and is offering both nostalgic comfort and unexpected flavour combos. On the sweet side, you’ll find elevated takes on the classic chocolate chip cookie alongside flavours like the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s spring events calendar is full of activities, but nothing beats gawking at hundreds of dapperly dressed motorcyclists in suits and tuxes, revving their bikes throughout the streets of Toronto (and all for a good cause). On Sunday, May 17, beginning at 8 a.m. in the Distillery District, the city will once again host The … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Getting the timing right for catching Toronto’s favourite pink and white flowers in bloom can be tricky. But after weeks of speculating, it’s official: the cherry blossoms in High Park have hit peak bloom despite some cooler-than-usual temperatures. Peak bloom will typically last between four and 10 days, though blossom expert Steve Joniak is predicting … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s dining scene keeps growing, and this week there are eight new spots worth checking out across the city. From a Vietnamese dining room decked out in bamboo to a Nigerian street food burger joint in Kensington, Toronto offers plenty of excuses to eat your way across the city right now. Here are the best … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Wait, is this Holland? Not quite, but with nearly half a million tulips blooming across a six-acre apple orchard, Saunders Farm might be the closest thing Ontario gets to the Netherlands this spring. In May, the charming rural west-end Ottawa farm is launching Tulipfest, a new spring festival marking the Farm’s 50th anniversary with a … Continued
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One of Thailand’s most iconic dining formats has officially reached Toronto, where tabletop grilling and hot pot come together in one interactive experience known as mookata. Osha Mookata just soft-opened in early April, and it’s already a hit with locals. The restaurant features a two-in-one setup where meats, seafood and veggies are seared on a … Continued
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The Toronto Tempo will tip off their WNBA debut Wednesday evening with a preseason home game against the Connecticut Sun, before officially opening their inaugural regular season on May 8 against the Washington Mystics at Coca-Cola Coliseum! This is the league’s first Canadian franchise, giving Toronto its first full-time women’s professional basketball team on the … Continued
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If there’s any sign that summer is just around the corner, it’s the return of Toronto’s free Underground Night Market! The second annual budget-friendly event, hosted by Street Eats Market, will bring 20 nights of low-cost eats, shopping and free activities to Bathurst Quay Common from June 12 to July 19. Bonus: admission is free, with … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
For most people, spring is all about cherry blossoms, but magnolias deserve their own day trip moment (and arguably, they make for an even more beautiful, less crowded spring outing)! According to the Weather Network, it’s not uncommon to mix up the two flowers, but there are a few noticeable differences: magnolias are large and … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
As we inch closer to warmer weather, many people are longing for a slower, prettier kind of weekend escape. Just a short trip from Toronto sits a small Ontario town with the most stunning stone buildings and heritage-rich riverside scenery, giving it a distinctly old-world European feel that’s just perfect for strolls and wandering about. … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Concert season is basically in full swing once May rolls around, but live music doesn’t have to be an expensive summer habit. If you’re a little low on funds but still want to attend some of the best concerts across Canada this summer, Live Nation is launching a $30 ticket summer promotion! True to its … Continued
