By Nisean Lorde
Seeing the trees change colour is almost a rite of passage in Ontario. If you’re looking for the most picturesque places to experience peak shades of golden bronze, orange and rustic red this autumn, there’s one provincial park that’s frequently named among the best places in all of North America for fall foliage. Fuel up … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Patio season may be winding down, but festival season is far from over. Cotton candy and cool drinks are giving way to autumn harvests, strong ciders and garlicky preserves. To help you pick the best spots for steins of cold bier and small-town Thanksgiving feasts, here are 10 food and drink festivals in Ontario that … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Time Out just ranked the world’s 39 coolest neighbourhoods, and a Toronto ‘hood made the list! Davenport ranked No. 26, trailing slightly behind Plateau-Mont-Royal in Montréal, which ranked No. 22 (and was the only other Canadian city to make the list). The profile gave a shout-out to Geary Avenue’s creative energy (“long home to industrial … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
As Halloween creeps upon us, perhaps one way to get into the spirit is by visiting a ghost town. These towns aren’t actually filled with ghosts, they’re abandoned (or nearly abandoned) areas that still have visibly eerie remains of buildings and infrastructure (so still kind of creepy). As it turns out, there are quite a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s bar scene is about to go full aperitivo. From Oct. 6–12, 2025, the Italian Trade Agency will launch the city’s first-ever Italian Cocktail Revolution! This week-long celebration will showcase Italy’s finest spirits, bartending craft and cocktail culture across 10 of Toronto’s top cocktail bars. “This first edition of the Italian Cocktail Revolution brings together … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you’re looking for a serene, no-fuss autumn retreat surrounded by towering pine trees, granite outcrops and quiet lakes, then head to Hardy Lake Provincial Park in the heart of Muskoka. It’s a small non-operating park, so no camping, washrooms, or staffed facilities, just gorgeous trails that are perfect for hiking, boardwalks leading to a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s dining scene is serving up more than just delicious cuisine these days. Some of the city’s most popular chefs and eateries are stepping into the fashion world, launching everything from athleisure collections to designer-made restaurant uniforms. Here are some buzzworthy food-fashion mash-ups worth knowing about. United Bakers drops athleisure View this post on … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Taylor Swift’s new album rollout is getting the big-screen treatment! The Official Release Party of a Showgirl is an 89-minute theatrical experience tied to Swift’s 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. Most Swifties from across the world (including Canada) can watch the release in theatres from Oct. 3-5, 2025. We don’t have pricing … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Thursday night’s Michelin Guide ceremony at the Liberty Grand shook up the city’s dining hierarchy. The headline of the evening: Restaurant Pearl Morissette was promoted to two stars, now making it the only double-starred spot in the Toronto region. Meanwhile, restaurant heavyweight Sushi Masaki Saito was quietly downgraded from two stars to one, and a handful of … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
We are just at the start of fall, and the promise of cool, comfortable weather makes it the perfect time to enjoy outdoor activities while admiring the vibrant colours of autumn foliage! There is no better area to explore than Ontario — the province is filled with picturesque small towns that are worthy of a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Research shows that engaging in yoga surrounded by goats or alpacas can reduce stress and improve mental and physical health! Yoga has been linked to increased flexibility and weight reduction while being surrounded by cute animals can ease anxiety and depression — so why not combine both in a goat/alpaca yoga class? Goats and alpacas … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s dining scene saw a huge shake-up at Thursday night’s Michelin Guide ceremony at the Liberty Grand. The headline of the evening: Restaurant Pearl Morissette (3953 Jordan Rd., Lincoln) was promoted to two stars, now making it the Toronto region’s only double -starred destination! This 42-acre culinary oasis, which also recently topped Canada’s Best Restaurants … Continued
