By Ron Johnson
New Leaside patty and pot pie purveyor Phamilyeats has been a labour of love for owner Peter Pham. After years of working as a cook for restaurants like Gusto 101 and Buca on King St. W., Peter Pham pivoted to take a break from the industry. He started working in construction and demolition, continuing to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
If you’ve been loving Birria Balam, Canadian star chef Matty Matheson’s latest pop-up on Spadina Avenue featuring the classic meat stew of Mexico’s Jalisco region, then you’ll be thrilled to know he’s about to make it permanent. Matheson, alongside former Quetzal chefs and couple Julio Guajardo and Kate Chomyshyn — who, together, spearheaded Birria Balam … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Black Pony Café and Bar is now serving up a little bit of everything at 1481 Gerrard East: croissants, cocktails, schnitzel, smash burgers, and sundaes. A relaxed vibe and broad, casual menu make this spot the perfect crowd-pleaser. Mother Cocktail Bar and Patron tequila are running a bespoke cocktail pop-up, Dahlia, inspired by the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Odd Burger, formerly Globally Local Fast Food, is set to launch its first burger joint in Vaughan this Saturday at 9960 Dufferin St. Despite the name, Odd Burger serves more than just patties and buns. The entire menu revolves around plant-based protein and dairy alternatives, but Odd Burger seeks to replicate the fast-food experience through … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Don Alfonso 1890, one of Toronto’s most acclaimed fine dining restaurants, is preparing for a glamorous return to the city this month featuring the Michelin cuisine of Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino. The restaurant wowed the city when it opened downtown on Toronto Street bringing with it a revered Michelin-starred chef from Italy and a world-class … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Summer House is a summer-long pop-up that embodies the word “staycation.” Hotel X’s latest project, a summer destination for Torontonians and visitors alike, is now open. The 75,000 square foot space, spread out over a three-level rooftop, is divided into five distinct zones, offering guests the opportunity to dine, hang out and play. “New Yorkers … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Portland St.’s latest haunt for cocktails and caviar sandwiches has finally opened after a long year of pandemic-related stalls. Inspired by the chic ambiance of hotel lobby bars, VELA is serving up classics like a wedge salad, shrimp cocktail, steak, and of course, lots of cocktails and champagne. The restaurant is the work of the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Fuwa Fuwa Pancakes is gearing up to expand internationally with new locations in Xiamen, China and Manchester, UK just three years after opening its first location in Toronto. The restaurant will also be expanding across the country with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, as well as doubling the number of its locations within the GTA … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Named after the British term for the bridge of a song, Middle8 is the latest restaurant and soon-to-be live music venue to hit Yorkville. Chef Andrew Carter quietly opened the restaurant in the former Amber nightclub on Yorkville Ave. on June 16 after patiently waiting over a year for pandemic restrictions to ease. Carter, a … Continued
This weekend, Mamakas Food Group fired up the charcoal grill for a new street food pop-up. Named Souvla for the authentic Greek skewers being served, this summer patio is open every weekend to add to Mamaka’s lineup of Aegean-inspired restaurants. Souvla is operating out of the House of Harvath parking lot across the street from … Continued
Marben is the latest Toronto restaurant to spin off into its own ghost kitchen with the launch of its new casual concept Rōdie. “The Marben brand and the food that we do is fairly high-level, so it doesn’t really translate well to takeout,” explains executive chef Chris Locke. “What we wanted to do is to … Continued
Hotel Le Germain Toronto Maple Leaf Square has debuted a colourful new patio, located at the entrance of the hotel. Bar Le Germain’s flower-lined outdoor space features artwork by Montreal street artist Stikki Peaches, including a depiction of a tattooed Mozart, that adds a playful, modern aesthetic. Chef Johnson Wu has developed an equally unconventional … Continued
