By Nisean Lorde
Forget picking up a pumpkin at your local grocery store—some of the best fall memories for families involve visits to pumpkin patches. These charming farms allow families to browse through thousands of pumpkins of every shape, size, and color, experience hayrides, petting zoos, stroll through giant corn mazes, and even sample delicious cider and baked … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Autumn is about much more than leaf-watching. Head to the Almaguin Highlands, just north of Muskoka, and you’ll discover a giant outdoor art environment that pairs peak fall colours with a surreal forest of massive concrete faces. “Screaming Heads,” also known as Midlothian Castle & Gallery, was created by artist and retired teacher Peter Camani … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Forget stars! The world’s best chefs are being measured in knives now. The Best Chef Awards dropped its 2025 list in Milan on Thursday, honouring nearly 800 chefs across 69 countries with one, two, or three blades depending on their culinary clout — and six Toronto chefs made the cut. Copenhagen’s Rasmus Munk (Alchemist) retains … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Starbucks recently closed 13 locations in Toronto as part of a larger restructuring process, affecting neighbourhoods like Yorkville, West Queen West, Fort York, Danforth East, Liberty Village and the Entertainment District. The closures have left many looking for local alternatives for a cup of joe. Here are six new cafés worth visiting for your next … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Meaford is a small, picturesque town nestled on the Georgian Bay coast, in the heart of Ontario’s apple country. While it’s mainly known for its apple orchards and pick-your-own farms, each fall, the town hosts a family-friendly Scarecrow Invasion. Until Oct 26, 2025, the streets and storefronts will be filled with hundreds of handmade straw … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Indie Alehouse says its iconic brewpub in the Junction will pour its last pint this month. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, the team said the decision to close follows an inability to reach a new lease term. “Sad news to share – the Indie Alehouse Brewpub at 2876 Dundas st West will be closing … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The Kitchener-Waterloo region may host the largest Oktoberfest celebration outside of Germany, but there are many places across Toronto where you can indulge in delicious German fare and raise a stein in honour of this annual Bavarian fest! Here are 10 spots to check out in the city. 1. Wrvst View this post on Instagram … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The Toronto Blue Jays will enter the MLB playoffs as American League East champs for the first time since 2015 after a 13-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday. Toronto closed the regular season on a four-game win streak and clinched the division on a tiebreaker over the Yankees, an amazing turnaround after … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Ontario is in peak foliage season! While there are tons of places across the province to enjoy the rustic reds and vibrant golds of our parks and forests (including a provincial park that’s frequently named among the best places in all of North America for fall foliage), Toronto has its own share of amazing skyline views … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is known for its culinary diversity, and nowhere is this more obvious than at its all-you-can-eat buffets! The city offers something for every craving, from gems like har gow steamed shrimp dumplings to more indulgent Brazilian steak house feasts. Here’s a guide to 10 of the best all-you-can-eat restaurants in the Toronto area. 1. … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto will once again transform into a large contemporary art exhibit this weekend with the return of the annual Nuit Blanche festival. From sunset to sunrise, starting at 7 p.m. on Sat. Oct. 5, and ending at 7 a.m. on Sun. Oct 6, this year’s theme “Bridging Distance” will explore the different ways humans experience … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
There’s no better place to celebrate autumn’s abundance than Ontario. The province is packed with harvest festivals and food trails that showcase the season’s beauty and flavours! From farm-to-table celebrations to apple harvest adventures, here are a few gems to explore this autumn. Taste the Countryside: 10-Day Dining Trail, Waterloo Region When: Sept. 25–Oct. 5, … Continued
