By Nisean Lorde
A Vancouver-born restaurant that was made popular more than a decade ago after a memorable appearance on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives has just opened its first location in Toronto. Peaceful Restaurant opened at 515 Bloor St W., in late August and specializes in Northern Chinese food, a region known for its hand-pulled … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
One way to celebrate the coming end of summer or a special event is by having a safe and responsible bonfire. Toronto has tight regulations regarding open-air burning, including bonfires, fire pits, sky lanterns, and the use of outdoor fireplaces at city parks and beaches, so if you’re planning a special event (or organized group … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Nestled along the Conestoga River, just north of Waterloo, sits the picturesque village of St. Jacobs. The town is filled with authentic small-town sights, historic tours, hidden gems and one-of-a-kind shopping experiences. It’s also only a 1.5-hour drive from Toronto, making it the perfect spot for a day trip! The first place to check out … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
We all know that the Toronto International Film Festival is the largest film festival in North America, attracting the biggest celebs each year and showcasing everything from independent Canadian movies to blockbusters. But TIFF isn’t the only movie festival in town! Ontario is filled with other cinematic events that are worth exploring. Here are 10 film … Continued
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Toronto’s food scene is about to get even more epic. Several international brands are expanding into the city, bringing fresh menu concepts like soupless ramen and Middle Eastern café culture! Here’s a look at what to watch out for in the coming weeks. Shaghf Café Expected opening: Sept 20, 2025 Where: 170 University Ave … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A popular Toronto mall parking lot will get a glow-up this fall. Just in time for the spooky season, the Halloween Nights of Lights-Pumpkinville fall fair is back for its sixth season, illuminating the CF Sherway Gardens outdoor lot from Sept 27 to Nov 1, 2025. The popular annual walk-through has been completely reimagined this … Continued
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Toronto has a new shrine dedicated to grilled cheese, and it comes with a backstory that stretches back to China! Co. Cheese Melt Bar opened in Dufferin Grove over the summer in the former Laylow Brewery space (1144 College St W), touting itself as “Toronto’s Very First Melt Bar”. Co. Cheese’s origin story began in … Continued
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Toronto snack watchers are keeping an eye out for what might be the city’s most epic chip collab yet. According to social posts, Pizzeria Badiali (181 Dovercourt) and Miss Vickie’s chips have teamed up for the Miss Vickie’s “Vodka Sauce Pizza” flavour! Official announcements and a national rollout haven’t been confirmed, but an Instagram reel … Continued
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Queen West is home to a new burger joint that’s already generating a ton of buzz! Gaia Burger (671 Queen St W) opened its doors this past July and serves up delicious halal-friendly smash burgers with fusion-inspired toppings that set it apart from the typical fast-food lineup! The menu includes classic smash burgers starting at … Continued
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Torontonians craving some serious heat are in for a treat. From Sept 23 to 24, Blue Moon and OpenTable are teaming up with acclaimed UK chef Vivek Singh to host Moon & Pepper, a special pop-up at Curryish Tavern that showcases the amazing flavours and styles of Indian cuisine. Singh is no stranger to pushing … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
October is just a few weeks away, and that means that Toronto’s free, all-night contemporary art festival is making its annual return! The 19th edition of Nuit Blanche takes place from Saturday, Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. to Sunday, Oct. 5 at 7 a.m. Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s festival before … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is home to more than 200 ethnic backgrounds, so it’s no surprise we’ve got some of the world’s most delicious, culture-blending bites! These culinary gems fuse traditional flavours from different cuisines, serving up the tastiest food fusion mashups. Here are three of the most creative fusion mash-up spots to check out in the city. … Continued
