By Nisean Lorde
A new coffee-based chocolate alternative has made its North American debut in Toronto. Just in time for Valentine’s Day celebrations, when chocolate consumption is undoubtedly at its peak, “Mokable” (known as “CAFEXLATE” in Japan) is available at select restaurants and bars for the first time in North America. This culinary treat tastes good but it … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Valentine’s Day is next week Friday — no worries if you haven’t yet figured out what to do for a perfect date night, there are tons of shows, events and activities that you and your loved one can check out on Feb. 14! From music at twilight to sultry comedy plays about modern-day dating, here are … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Don’t let the cold weather keep you indoors this February — Toronto is filled with winter festivals and events that are fun for the whole family. For a mid-winter art fix, the Celestia by kleis free public art installation will transform Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square) into a celestial haven! The event is part of … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Bloor Street West will soon be host to a new Piano Piano location. The popular Italian restaurant, co-founded by Chef Victor Barry, Nikki Leigh McKean and Brendan Piunno, has become a staple in the city’s dining scene, known for providing a contemporary spin on classic Italian dishes. The new location at 1006 Bloor St. W. (opening this Saturday, … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Maybe it’s because all things ’80s are now the rage, or maybe it is the profound impact of Stranger Things, for whatever reason iconic role playing game Dungeons & Dragons is popular again. For Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) fans looking to experience the infamous tabletop game in the real world, Toronto offers some of the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto Maple Leafs right-winger William Nylander scored his second career hat trick against the Flames on Tuesday night, propelling the Leafs to a 6-3 victory in Calgary. But just a day before, the 28-year-old shared some modelesque Insta pics of him posing at a casual Italian eatery near Bloor and Lansdowne, proving once again that he’s more than … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Ok, the trade war may have fizzled out but that doesn’t mean we stop our made-in-Canada mission. To that end, Canadian content is sometimes overlooked when it comes to listing the ‘best of’ series but there are tons of shows worth watching that hail from Hollywood North! From detective thrillers to medical dramas to laugh-out-loud … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
We all know that pets are important parts of our lives (for some people, the most important), so people are willing to shell out hundreds or even thousands of dollars for everything from pet DNA kits to pet food. But some pet owners are looking to take that special bond a step further — by … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Winterlicious kicks off today! From Jan 31 to Feb 13, Torontonians can savour every bit(e) of a three-course prix fixe menu at more than 230 participating restaurants for lunch ($20-$50) or dinner ($25-$75). Reservations are strongly recommended as spots (particularly for dinner) fill up super fast. To reserve a table, contact the restaurant directly and tell them … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A near-decade-old food hall in downtown Toronto has shut its doors. Saks Food Hall by Pusateri’s, which was nestled beneath the massive 170,000-square-foot flagship Saks Fifth Avenue store at the Hudson Bay Queen Street building (Eaton Centre), is officially closed, as first reported by Retail Insider. The layout for the 24,000-square-foot food market was modelled after a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Ontario is filled with nature parks, wildlife sanctuaries and reserves that are home to exotic wildlife species — some spaces are dedicated to rehabilitating these animals and others are their natural habitats. Winter is a perfect time to spot (and, at times, engage) with wildlife as fewer people are roaming about and you’ll likely spot … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show your partner how much you appreciate them. Of course, you can buy the obligatory flowers and chocolates, but to really impress your partner, take some time to plan the most romantic date night! Thankfully, Toronto has tons of shows, events and activities that you and your loved … Continued
