It’s spooky season, and what’s better than curling up on a cold night with a scary flick and some tasty treats? Trick-or-treating might be reserved for the kids, but us adults like our Halloween treats, too. Here are our top picks for places to purchase last-minute Halloween cupcakes in Toronto. The Cupcake Shoppe [instagram_embed url=”https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj–l0dPgb3/”] … Continued
While some food trends come and go, others never go out of style. So, while the pandemic has inspired many pizza takeout joints to pop up around the city, nothing beats the casual, comfort of the old-school parlour style—the ones you bring the whole family to so that your twelve year old gets the greasy … Continued
Last night a fire broke out at popular Italian eatery Gusto 101. [instagram_embed url=”https://www.instagram.com/p/CkBmnNjgW9j/?hl=en”] According to onlookers who posted on Reddit, the fire seems to have started in the restaurant’s chimney, and firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze not long after. “The building evacuated pretty fast and the fire was out within ten minutes. … Continued
During the height of the pandemic, many Toronto restaurants were forced to come up with creative concepts to secure business and pay their rent. Some started in-house delivery models. Others ran their businesses out of ghost kitchens. And some began sharing spaces with other business owners, adjusting their operating hours and running two concepts out … Continued
October’s not over yet, and pumpkin is still very much in season. Pumpkin flavour extends far beyond the classic pumpkin spice latte. Thanks to its rich, sweet sweet flavour and abundance of health benefits (pumpkin is super high in fibre but low in calories), it makes a great ingredient in some of your favourite pasta … Continued
One of the city’s biggest culinary hot spots just received some major recognition. The bustling Toronto landmark, St. Lawrence Market was just named one of the “10 great food markets around the globe” by popular magazine, National Geographic. Toronto’s most famous market is the only Canadian entry on the list which also includes Spice Bazaar … Continued
Eataly, the renowned marketplace known for being a museum for Italian food is opening a second location at CF Sherway Gardens in Etobicoke. Cadillac Fairview recently announced that a multi-year lease had been signed. In North America alone, Eataly currently has nine flagship destinations and 40 stores worldwide. The buzzy food destination slated to open … Continued
Luxury dessert brand Delysées has announced a brand new location that’s set to open next month in Yorkville. Following last year’s re-opening on Ossington Ave., Delysées‘ latest project features the intricate and dazzling macarons and mini cakes that the brand is known for, but with a slight twist: a high-end tea bar and an upscale … Continued
Rafael Bastidas and Sergio Calderon have been regulars in Toronto’s restaurant scene for the last decade. Rafael is a co-owner at midtown’s taco and churro spot, Clandestina, and also a general manager at Fonda Lola and Arepa Cafe, while Sergio has worked as the general manager at Milagro, as the manager at Fonda Lola, and … Continued
Carlo’s Bakery, the esteemed, Hoboken-based dessert empire, has opened an express location in Yorkville. The bakery earned widespread attention when it was the subject of a popular TLC reality show, which went on to run for nine seasons and amassed a legion of sweet-toothed fans. In 1910, Carlo’s bakery was founded by Italian pastry chef … Continued
Hybrid grocers, or “grocerants” are the latest trend sweeping the city, acting as a one-stop-shop for all your dining out and grocery item needs. A mashup of the words “grocery” and “restaurants” — think of delicious, locally owned spots that feature in-restaurant markets selling artisanal pantry items, fresh pasta and more. We’ve sourced five of … Continued
A familiar face for Middle Eastern cuisine on Geary Ave. is opening a second location in March 2023. The Parallel Brothers, owned and operated by actual brothers Aharon, George, Guy and Alon, have purchased a spot in Kensington Market at 152 Augusta Ave. The three-storey space is currently vacant, but once housed a dive bar. … Continued
