By Nisean Lorde
Canada’s women’s soccer team beat Columbia on Wednesday to advance to the Olympic quarterfinals, despite some major challenges in their path. The much-needed win comes just days after FIFA docked six points from the team after two assistant coaches were caught using drones to spy on New Zealand’s training sessions last week before their opening … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Each year, Ontarians are treated to top-quality theatre at internationally recognized festivals across the province. The Stratford Festival and Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Shaw Festival are two of Ontario’s most well-known theatre destinations, but many aren’t aware of the iconic performances that could be found on local stages in little-known heritage venues and rural playhouses. This season, check … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
This summer, make a difference with a cold brew in hand! Intrigued? Introducing Raccoon Lager, our debut charity collaboration with Tomorrow Brew Co. Every purchase from our restaurant partners or LCBO channels funds directly to the Daily Bread Food Bank — because no one should face hunger in the city we love. Since 1983, the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A 23,000 sq ft restaurant concept will soon take over a 140-year-old shipping warehouse on Toronto’s waterfront. Queens Harbour will open in spring 2025 at 245 Queens Quay West, which is next to Amsterdam Brewhouse and about a five-minute walk from the Harbourfront Centre. The restaurant’s social media presence is still scant, but we know … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Instead of driving to your local restaurant for dinner this summer, try flying in. Henry’s Sans Souci, located on Frying Pan Island in Sans Souci on Georgian Bay, offers a picturesque setting with views of the Georgian Bay—and traveling to the restaurant will be half the fun of your overall dining experience. Henry’s can only … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The Ontario government is moving forward with the return of the Northlander passenger train to Muskoka. The plan will reinstate train service between Toronto and Timmins, with a rail connection to Cochrane. The train service was discontinued more than 10 years ago, in 2012. On Friday, the provincial government awarded three contracts to design and … Continued
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Whether you’re looking to stroll through the sands of some of the cleanest beaches in the world, try your luck at paddle board yoga, or get close and personal with over 40 species of exotic farm animals the Toronto Islands have something for everyone. The Island area (which is a group of 15 islands connected … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Famed restaurateurs and MasterChef Canada TV personalities Alvin Leung and Eric Chong are opening a new restaurant called ‘aKin’ at 51 Colborne St. in Toronto’s Church–Yonge corridor this summer. Details are still scarce, but we know that the restaurant will feature Asian fine dining. “aKin means of similar nature or character which helps describe the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
With warmer weather approaching, outdoor gyms are a great way to stay healthy and enjoy the outdoors. There are more than 50 outdoor gyms with fitness equipment in parks across Toronto—and best of all, you don’t need a gym membership to use them! Outdoor workouts come with a range of benefits. First and foremost, they … Continued
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Torontonians hoping to experience the Paris of daydreams and movie screens won’t have to fly across the ocean, they can take in a sensual Parisian-style musical performance right here in the city this spring. Triangle d’Or Productions will launch a French cabaret-style production, “Déjà Vu”, in Toronto on May 10. Unlike traditional burlesque, the show … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Crumbl Cookies, a super popular U.S.-based cookie shop, will soon open its first Toronto location in The Well at 486 Front St W. The brand has more than 6 million followers across social media and is known for its unique treats, such as birthday cake cookies topped with a mix of Oreo pieces and rainbow … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Tik Tok’s most famous food critic Keith Lee is currently visiting Toronto, and the city’s restaurant scene is on high alert. With over 16 million followers and 715+ million views, a good review from the Detroit native could lead to a sudden surge in business for small mom-and-pop shops looking for extra coverage. He’s only … Continued
