Amano Trattoria is a new Italian restaurant from Open Concept Hospitality, the team behind Amano Italian Kitchen. Set in Old South, Amano Trattoria feels like a sophisticated older sibling to its sister restaurant, which has locations in Union Station and Newmarket. In contrast to Amano Italian Kitchen’s bright, fast-casual atmosphere, Amano Trattoria’s vibe is moodier … Continued
In the Toronto food scene, Kate Chomyshyn and Julio Guajardo are pretty much royalty. They’ve been behind some of the best Mexican restaurants the city has seen, including Quetzal, Rosalinda, pop-up Birria Balam and their new permanent location, Fonda Balam, in partnership with Matty Matheson. We spoke to the pair about how they met and … Continued
Now in its fifth season, The Great Canadian Baking Show is a Canadian adaptation of The Great British Bake Off produced for CBC Television. Over the course of eight weeks, ten amateur bakers from around Canada compete against one another in a series of challenges, presenting their sweet creations before a panel of judges. This … Continued
Close your eyes and picture yourself on the edge of the beach. You’re breathing in the sea salt air, feet firmly planted in the sand of San Luis Potosí Mexico as the waves lap the shore. You’re thirsty, standing beneath the heat of the mid-day sun, but thankfully the year is 1960, and the beachside … Continued
Last week, Hogtown Vegan, Toronto’s favourite home to plant-based deliciousness, opened a new concept and customers already can’t get enough. Hunny is an Instagram-worthy hangout spot with all the familiarity and great tastes of Hogtown Vegan. Hogtown Vegan’s Bloor Street location has been closed since the start of the pandemic, but as restrictions began to … Continued
To celebrate the grand opening of their third location, Beach Hill Smokehouse is giving away free brisket sandwiches this weekend (Nov. 13) to the first 100 guests. Since opening their doors for the very first time in 2018, Beach Hill Smokehouse has been bringing a taste of authentic, Texan barbecue to Toronto and beyond. “Our … Continued
The Benue is Toronto’s latest Nigerian takeout restaurant that combines traditional African cuisine with some signature twists. Before opening The Benue, husband-and-wife duo Josette and David Boyo saw the need for African cuisine in the downtown area. “We knew there was a need for Nigerian food, and not just because of the high population of … Continued
By Ron Johnson
During an interview on an American sports talk radio show, an NFL insider name-dropped Toronto as the possible site of an NFL team should the league decide on expansion. The idea of an NFL team in the city has long been the subject of intense speculation, but the same stumbling blocks always got in the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
CaféTO is considered by many to be one of the best public space initiatives to come out of the pandemic, and helped many restaurants survive through a very dismal period. Now, the Toronto city council has just voted to approve a plan that will see the program become a permanent fixture. “CaféTO is good for … Continued
While the pandemic has certainly not been an easy time for many businesses in Toronto, one positive side is seeing how many exceptional and original business ideas have blossomed from the changing trends in consumer demands. Roncesvalle’s new wine and beer bar, Bossanova, is one such business. Longtime friends Ben Plisky-Somers and Dan Grant took … Continued
By Erin Neilly
Even after we’ve reached the point of financial independence—when we’ve accumulated sufficient wealth to cover our family’s needs for the rest of our lives—we may still practice smart money management. We may steward our wealth so as to maximize returns while minimizing risk as well as fees and taxes. That’s how we got here; why … Continued
One of the city’s favourite boutique coffee shops has found a home in North York. Dineen officially opened on Nov. 8 at 311 York Mills Rd., replacing a former Second Cup that previously occupied the space. For those who frequent Toronto’s downtown core, the Dineen name is likely familiar, as the brand has been a … Continued
