This BBQ spot provides patrons with a pseudo-religious experience outside of church, proving you don’t have to have faith to get holy. Look no further than Holy Smoke, Thornhill’s latest in boldly flavoured BBQ. Opening up shop in the GTA this past summer, the spot is true to its name, welcoming diners with kitschy-cool decor, … Continued
Beloved Toronto pizzeria North of Brooklyn is expanding yet again. Not long after opening Better Half Bar on the Danforth, they’ve announced that their sixth location will open midtown at 1728 Avenue Rd., in January — just a few blocks away from another Toronto pie fave, Maker Pizza. “We’ve been hearing, ‘When are you coming … Continued
Fast-food chains exist all across the city, but a healthy alternative can be trickier to find. Forest Hill Farmhouse is a new, fast casual salad concept that caters to those who want to live an active healthy lifestyle while juggling a busy schedule. The brainchild of Blair Bitove, the space will officially open on Dec. … Continued
A wave of chic bars serving a bevvy of natural wines have popped up around Toronto in recent years, making the world of wine a lot more approachable and fun for the average vino lover. Officially opening its doors in the Leaside neighbourhood on Nov. 23, The Daughter is a new natural wine and bottle … Continued
Ann Kim, Peter Jensen and Jed Smith are at it again. The talented team from Donna’s, a neighbourhood favourite for tasty fare and great wine, have come together once more to open a new tapas-style bar, The Golden Peacock. Officially opened on Nov. 22, the inspiration for the design of the bar is a combination … Continued
Nearly seven years in, La Banane is still one of the city’s busiest and buzziest restaurants. The contemporary French spot is situated in a prime location on the Ossington strip, serving up whimsical eats and delectable treats in an uber cool art deco space. Just months after being named as one of the Michelin Guide’s … Continued
Nevizade is a trendy strip in Istanbul where all the coolest bars and restaurants are located, and while you may not have time or money for a flight to Turkey, you can now experience the bold flavours of the country’s cuisine at a prime midtown location. Nevizade Kitchen+Bar officially opened its doors on Yonge Street … Continued
NeNe Chicken, South Korea’s largest and most popular fried chicken chain has arrived in Toronto. The restaurant is holding a grand opening party on Dec. 10 and to celebrate, they’ll be giving away free chicken for two days! NeNe Chicken was founded in South Korea in 1999. The word “Ne” is the Korean word for … Continued
A classic English dish, beef Wellington is a great addition to any holiday party. Here are three spots in Toronto where you can find this fine dining classic. Stock-in-Trade Stock-in-Trade’s beef Wellingtons are made from pasture-raised, hormone-free beef, which is painted with Dijon mustard, then wrapped in mushroom duxelle. The puff pastry is also made … Continued
Grab your toque and bundle up and don’t forget a pair of comfortable walking shoes because food-themed holiday markets are popping up all across the GTA. While there, make sure to grab a cup of something warm to take the chill off and get ready to eat to your heart’s content! Here are five festive … Continued
By Erin Neilly
French chef Didier Leroy searches the city’s finest bakeries in his quest for the perfect croque monsieur, a delicious Parisian breakfast staple that’s made with ham, Gruyere cheese and buttery béchamel sauce. Winner (tied) Thobors “Everything was nicely balanced and it tasted very good. They did an excellent job on toasting the bread.” thobors.ca, $8.50 … Continued
The beloved Afghan restaurant, Naan Kabob, has reimagined their menu and experience to bring the heart of Afghanistan—the community atmosphere and delicious cuisine—to the streets of Toronto. With dishes adapted from home cooked recipes, the Naan Kabob experience showcases central Asian flavours in an amazing menu packed with shareable dishes. The Naan Kabob Experience Naan … Continued
