By lindsaylow
Much to the delight of Toronto’s taco fans, Mas Playas, the Mexican restaurant mini empire that includes Playa Cabana in the Annex, Cantina in the Junction and Hacienda on Dupont, continued its expansion during the pandemic with the opening of Bar Esquina late last year. Located in the Yonge and Eglinton area, Bar Esquina delivers … Continued
Toronto Beach Club is an alluring restaurant from Scale Hospitality, the group behind venues such as Shook, Lapinou and Byblos. Set on Woodbine Beach with sweeping views of Lake Ontario, the restaurant aims to evoke the vibe of a European coastal getaway with its airy decor and Mediterranean-influenced menu. “The inspiration was to take people … Continued
The city’s best gourmet shops and restaurants want to feed Muskoka and the County one box at a time. If you’ve never been a fan of doing one big grocery shop on your way up to the cottage, this one’s for you! Agora Mamaka’s authentic Greek market offers four different BBQ packages available for pickup, … Continued
Buno Coffee has opened its doors at 136 Lauder Avenue. You can feel good about choosing from their Toronto-sourced menu, with coffee from local roasters (Java, Hatch and Omnia), and goodies from French bakery La Bastille as well as Desmond and Beatrice. The CN Tower’s 360 revolving restaurant has officially re-opened, a sign sure of … Continued
Not to be confused with the Frappuccino, the frappé is a blended iced coffee drink typically made with coffee, milk, sugar, and ice. Originating in Greece in the 1950s, the frappé has since evolved into several different recipe variations, often including whipped cream and other toppings. With Toronto’s rich Greek food scene and premium coffee … Continued
In an attempt to boost business for Toronto restaurants that have taken a series of serious economic hits stemming from COVID-19 protocols, the City of Toronto today (July 29) announced a new and free restaurant program called DineTOgether. DineTOgether’s aim is to support the recovery of Toronto restaurants and will take place from Friday, Sept. … Continued
Hospitality heavyweight Oliver & Bonacini continues its domination of Financial District dining with the opening of upscale British gastropub The Rabbit Hole. The restaurant is a longtime dream for O&B district executive chef John Horne who spent several years working in London, England, early in his career. “It was always something I wanted to bring … Continued
The team at Vivo Pizza + Pasta offers Toronto diners a fine Italian experience using the freshest ingredients and simple pricing. The franchise, which was started by a local entrepreneur in 2016, has grown to eight restaurants around Toronto & the GTA with many more planned, including four locations in Florida in the next couple … Continued
Waska Peruvian Chicken, led by chef Elias Salazar, is a contemporary Peruvian establishment offering an array of seasonal dishes that spotlight regional specialties. All of the items on the menu are created using farm-fresh ingredients and imported Peruvian products. Born and raised in Callao, Peru, chef Salazar takes inspiration from his culinary roots, namely his … Continued
By Erin Neilly
After months of being closed, restaurants are finally being permitted to reopen for patio and indoor dining. Toronto had the longest lockdown in North America, so it is fair to say that small retailers and restaurant owners made a significant sacrifice to stop the spread of COVID-19. It was a relief to see the patios … Continued
With its eclectic menu of contemporary Vietnamese fare, Dzo Viet Eatery aims to show Toronto that there’s more to Vietnamese cuisine than the familiar bowl of pho. Many items draw on recipes passed down from co-owner David Tong’s late mother, and others introduce a modern, fusion element to the menu. These riffs on classic dishes … Continued
