By Nisean Lorde
Ontario is filled with festivals devoted to music, food and art, but there’s an entire two-day celebration taking place in Bradford next month dedicated to one surprisingly specific vegetable: the carrot. The annual Carrot Fest returns to Bradford West Gwillimbury on Aug. 14 and 15, transforming downtown Bradford into a massive street festival with more … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
There are still a few more weeks of summer left, and if you’ve already exhausted Ontario’s freshwater beaches and rural hiking trails, maybe it’s time to add something a little more unexpected to your summer bucket list: Fly an actual airplane without having a pilot’s licence, snorkel above a century-old shipwreck and even spend the night … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Free yoga sessions are popping up in parks and public spaces all over Toronto this summer, and, as long as the air quality cooperates, they’re the perfect excuse to swap the studio for some fresh air. Of course, lake breezes and sunset views while downward dogging are just bonuses! From waterfront flows to yoga among … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Yorkville’s already known for its designer boutiques and luxury labels, but this week, the fashion is moving out of the stores and onto the street. The third annual Couture for a Cause returns on July 22, turning Cumberland Street into an outdoor runway filled with Canadian couture, live entertainment and creations from some of the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Staff at one of Toronto’s most popular Japanese restaurants are still buzzing after receiving a surprise visit from not one, but two MLB stars! On Sunday, Blue Jays player Kazuma Okamoto stopped by Zakkushi on Carlton Street with Chicago White Sox player Munetaka Murakami and Nippon TV announcer Ren Umezawa. The visit came on the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
This weekend, Toronto’s waterfront is turning into a massive outdoor dance floor, and you won’t need to spend a cent to join the party. Mixto Festival is returning to Trillium Park this Saturday, July 25, and Sunday, July 26, with live music, DJ sets, food, art and family-friendly activities beside Lake Ontario as part of … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Forget checking into another ordinary hotel. There are tons of unforgettable places to stay across Ontario, from glass domes to fairytale-like cabins in the forest. And one Ontario railway museum takes things in an entirely different direction, letting you spend the night inside a real vintage train caboose, complete with original railway details, super-cozy beds … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Baseball fans can do much more than admire memorabilia from behind a glass case. Ontario is home to some of the top baseball landmarks in the country, including a national museum, a historic ballpark and now an experience devoted to the Toronto Blue Jays’ biggest moments, offering a journey through half a century of baseball … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A luxury lifestyle and jewellery brand famous for its Gothic-rock aesthetic is making a permanent, multimillion-dollar mark on Toronto. Chrome Hearts recently purchased the former Webster building at 121 Scollard St. in Yorkville for a cool $12.65 million, just under the reported asking price of $13.25 million, securing a new home for what is expected … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Night markets have become somewhat of a thing across Ontario thanks to their tasty street eats and after-dark shopping. And this weekend, one of Southern Ontario’s largest night markets is taking over the province’s prettiest little town, which is dotted with historic buildings, scenic walking trails and the most gorgeous riverside patios. Bonus: it’s only … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
We may be in the middle of summer, but that’s no reason not to start planning your fall road trips. If you’ve got a sweet tooth, October could be the perfect time to head to rural Hamilton, where an entire festival devoted to milk and cookies is returning! View this post on Instagram … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Some of Canada’s biggest stages are nestled in Toronto, but Ontario’s most memorable theatre experiences sometimes require leaving the city behind. This summer, iconic performances are taking over everything from historic opera houses and converted barns to intimate playhouses in the province’s prettiest small towns. Bonus: many are close enough to visit as part of … Continued
