By Nisean Lorde
Jim Carrey doesn’t pop up on red carpets the way he used to, which is part of why his latest outing felt kind of like a jump-scare for fans and conspiracy theorists online. But recent statements seem to quell any rumours that a clone of the iconic Toronto comedian is running around attending awards shows … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Tucked near the southern tip of the province sits a charming Ontario town boasting a gorgeous riverfront and genuinely interesting history, making it perfect for a small-town weekend getaway. And it’s so far south, it gets warmer faster than anywhere else in the province. Amherstburg lies near the mouth of the Detroit River in Essex … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s newest Blue Jays recruiting pitch didn’t come from an agent; it came from an eight-year-old with some persuasive writing skills. On Thursday, news broke that veteran pitcher Max Scherzer is returning to the Blue Jays on a one-year deal reportedly worth $3 million, with incentives that could raise the total value significantly. Soon after … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Gluten-free pizza in Toronto has come a long way from the cardboard crust era, and many local kitchens now offer crispy crust swaps that hold up perfectly under toppings! To help you sort through the best gut-friendly options, here are eight reliable places that offer some of the most delicious gluten-free pizza picks! Just keep … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Exhibition Place could be heading for a noticeable glow-up in the years ahead. New planning documents outline a revised vision for a second Hotel X tower and a four-storey performance venue that would add a new mid-size destination for concerts and live events at the grounds. The project has been reworked multiple times since first … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
When Auston Matthews nabbed Olympic gold with Team USA this past weekend, Toronto hockey fans barely had time to react before the Maple Leafs captain popped up in a very different arena: the White House. Team USA’s 2-1 overtime win over Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games on Sunday delivered the Americans their first … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
One of downtown Toronto’s longest-running Japanese restaurants is preparing to say goodbye. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Nami Restaurant announced that it’s closing after “well over 40 years in business.” Nami has been serving authentic Japanese food since 1984 and has been a fixture on Adelaide St E for generations of office workers and … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
After two straight summers without one of Toronto’s biggest street-festival weekends, Taste of the Danforth should be back on track for a 2026 comeback (with a little help that, quite literally, started as a riff at a podium). At an Ontario Line-related announcement last Wednesday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford briefly veered from transit talk into … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The Sugar Shack is back! The family-friendly “cabane à sucre”-style weekend has become a cold-weather fave on Toronto’s waterfront, celebrating all-things Canadiana, including the simple joy of fresh Ontario maple taffy rolled on snow. Sugar Shack TO was cancelled last year due to funding and cost pressures, but it’s making a comeback this March Break, … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Mumford & Sons have officially announced a major North American run in support of their new album Prizefighter, and Toronto is one of the early stops! The band’s Prizefighter Tour will hit the city on Saturday, June 13, 2026, with a stadium show booked at Rogers Stadium. Opening acts include Caamp and Dylan Gossett. If … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
With Jumbo Empanadas’ upcoming closure in Kensington Market, this feels like the perfect time to show some love to a newer spot that’s keeping the Latin vibe alive on Augusta Avenue. La Bikina Mexican Street Food has been open since mid-November, and it’s already known for its comforting, street-style lineup of tamales, enchiladas and huaraches. … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Winter in Toronto can feel like it lasts forever, so it helps when the city turns into a giant gallery. From a visual art exhibition by Ukrainian and Turkish artists to rarely seen works by a key figure in Toronto’s 1940s art scene, here are five upcoming exhibitions worth planning around in the next few … Continued
