By lindsaylow
Whether you call them construction worker specials or hoagies or heroes these lunchtime favourites are having a moment. Toronto restaurants are redefining the art of the sub and raising the classic yet delicious sandwich to grab-and-go excellence. ELM STREET DELI The Sammy Davis Jr. and Sergio Leone take on new meanings as house-made pastrami and … Continued
Every cheese lover’s fantasy has returned to Toronto, thanks to the Ritz Carlton’s TOCA. The restaurant is slated to relaunch its famous cheese cave on June 9, kicking it off with a reception at the Ritz-Carlton called ‘Omaggio al Formaggio.’ The renowned cave, lined with unique and hard-to-find cheeses, is back in partnership with Afrim … Continued
Your new favourite croissant isn’t French, although it does draw some inspiration from the Parisians who have perfected the fan favourite pastry. Hazukido is the new bakery serving up a unique twist on the croissant, guided by the Shokunin spirit of Japan. The technique uses only the finest ingredients to produce the perfect pastry complement … Continued
While there’s nothing wrong with running to the grocery store or chasing down a neighbourhood ice cream truck for a quick fix, specialty creations that blend small-batch ice cream flavours with the ingenuity of some of the city’s most talented bakers take one of summer’s favourite cool treats to the next level. These are the … Continued
While one of the city’s newest cafes, The Anarchist, has certainly garnered lots of attention since it first opened its doors, not all of it has been positive. According to the café’s website, The Anarchist is “an anti-capitalist, anti-colonial café, shop and radical community space on stolen land at 190 Jarvis St.” Alongside specialty coffee, … Continued
When you combine Gia‘s Matthew Ravenscroft and 1 Kitchen Toronto‘s Roland Torok-Ducharme, good things are bound to be cooking. In this case, it’s a multi-course vegan tasting menu, complete with wine pairings. Gia has quickly garnered an impeccable reputation for being one of Toronto’s go-to destinations for plant-based dining, so the menu includes more of … Continued
When CaféTO became a permanent fixture in the city’s dining scene, people were excited. It allows restaurants to increase their revenue, allows diners to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine, and encourages a feeling of community. If it’s done right. The problem is that the patios popping up across the city are not exactly picturesque … Continued
Foxies Bakeshop’s signature dessert can satisfy even the biggest sweet tooth. The locally-owned business takes stuffed cookies to the next level, both in size and flavour. Foxies, a sister-run enterprise, opened as an online bakeshop in 2018, serving up four-ounce (or quarter-pound) stuffed cookies in flavours like cinnamon snickerdoodle, Nutella and Oreo, which captured hearts … Continued
Charcoal Biryani is the latest restaurant to be added to restaurateur Hemant Bhagwani’s long list of successful eateries, including Popa, Amaya, and Egg Bird. But, the new concept was actually inspired by the recent challenges and the constant changes happening in the industry, including staffing shortages and broken supply chains. “It’s becoming very hard to … Continued
Over the last few years, there’s been a shift in the restaurant industry, with certain restaurants across the city moving to a new wages model, where tipping is eliminated from the dining experience. Now, Barque is following suit. The Roncesvalles smokehouse joins a growing list of Toronto restaurants, from Marben to Richmond Station, that have … Continued
It’s the perfect time to fire up the grill and enjoy the warmer weather with family and friends. A family-run business for over 75 years that is renowned as the destination for delivering dream kitchens – both indoor and outdoors – Caplan’s has sponsored a new cooking series that focuses on cooking simple and delicious … Continued
Another iconic Toronto establishment is being resurrected, thanks to restaurateur David Aisenstat. On June 24, Le Sélect Bistro will officially re-open to the public, offering its beloved Parisian-style traditions to the city again. “Le Sélect has been a go-to for Torontonians who love a great meal and special ambience,” Aisenstat said in a press release. … Continued
