UPDATE: The first Russian tea room in Toronto will be no more. The team behind the Yorkville space announced that Moscow Tea Room is permanently closing on April 24, and will rebrand. Removing all traces of Russia (as the Toronto bar opened during the pandemic and just before Russia attacked Ukraine) is the key message … Continued
This summer just got a whole lot more Instagrammable, thanks to the St. Regis Toronto. The launch of its Rhythm & Blooms pop-up will feature springy twists on the hotel’s ‘signature rituals’ like afternoon tea, live music and a brand new seasonal cocktail program. Swing by the hotel from April 22nd through to July 31st for … Continued
If you travel across the United States, Matty Matheson’s name is one of the most recognized in the Canadian food scene. He’s known for his YouTube channel and frequent appearances on Vice’s show Munchies. He also has a partnership with a skateboard company, and his eccentric personality has made him wildly popular. His recent partnership, though, … Continued
Chef Adetomi “Imoteda” Aladeokomo is back again, bringing her wildly successful fine Nigerian cuisine pop up, called Oremi, to Toronto for a second straight month. In Yoruba, a language spoken in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa, Oremi means friend. And, as the event postings reveal, Chef Imoteda thinks of all of her guests … Continued
Night in and night out, people flock to Terroni to enjoy the restaurant’s hearty Italian eats and luxe ambiance, making it one of the most reputable restaurants in Toronto. Now, the group behind the successful eatery is expanding again, opening Spaccio in one of the city’s quickly developing neighbourhoods. The Spaccio concept is already a … Continued
If Italy is known for one thing, it’s food. To take a trip to the European country is to fall in love with its cuisine, full of fresh ingredients and hearty dishes made with love. Now, the best of Italian food is coming to Toronto, thanks to SpringFest, a festival put on by Eataly Toronto. … Continued
At the corner of John and Adelaide, a new gastropub promises to transport its visitors to England. Saint John’s Tavern offers guests a late-night spot to hang out with friends in a low-key, pub atmosphere, with elevated fare that pairs with an expansive drink menu. Saint John’s is Brian James’ latest venture, adding to his … Continued
“Where Kanye meets Cornish Hen” is Recette on Queen’s Instagram bio, on a page that just sprung to life less than a week ago. On the page, shared dishes like scallops with charred lettuce, pear and hazelnut, salmon tartare with green apple, chive and kohlrabi, and lamb with broccolini, english peas and pistachio tempt guests … Continued
French patisserie Nadège is expanding, taking pastry chef Nadège Nourian‘s delicately-crafted cakes, macarons and chocolate to the Annex. The latest location sees Nourian build on her patisserie locations, offering Instagram-worthy mini cakes and themed collections that are sure to impress around every holiday season. The most recent offering, the Easter collection, offers “whimsical chocolate sculptures … Continued
Few of us pass through our twenties without having a brief ambition to open a bar or restaurant with a group of friends. At Blackburn Social House, twenty-something co-owners Armin Eftekhari, Mac Savage, Collin Wong and Coulton Speight are living that dream, with the aim of offering Little Italy its latest local gathering place. Blackburn … Continued
Sitting at the corner of Crawford and Harbord Streets in the heart of Little Italy is Olivia’s Garden, a bespoke florist and multi-roaster specialty coffee shop. Everything about this café is stunning. Working perfectly in unity, the white walls and coffee bar details allow the colours and brightness of the florals and plants to pop. … Continued
