Whether or not you’re able to safely celebrate in person with your mom this year, you can make it an occasion to remember with the help of these delicious Mother’s Day takeout options for brunch and dinner from some of Toronto’s best restaurants. TOCA View this post on Instagram A post shared … Continued
Toronto restaurants that closed this week Iconic Toronto restaurant Café Diplomatico is temporarily closing after the death of its founder, Rocco Mastrangelo Sr. In an Instagram tribute, his son and daughter-in-law remember him as a “passionate advocate of Italian culture, music and film in North America” who “worked hard to introduce the café culture that … Continued
By lindsaylow
Parenting columnist Joanne Kates is an expert educator in the areas of conflict mediation, self-esteem and anti-bullying, and she is the director of Camp Arowhon in Algonquin Park. It is not a good week to be a camp director. Come to think of it, it’s not been a good year to be a lot of things, including a camp … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Although there is a giant question mark over the next month or two, the city of Toronto has confirmed it is moving ahead with curb lane installations for its CaféTO outdoor dining program with construction to begin May 8. “We know at some point, we will be able to reopen again and we want to … Continued
The founder of the beloved Café Diplomatico, or “the Dip” as it’s known by locals, Rocco Mastrangelo Sr., has passed away at the age of 88. He leaves behind his wife of 62 years, three children and six grandchildren. The Mastrangelo family posted a statement on the café’s Instagram page, noting he was a passionate … Continued
There are plenty of small adjustments you can make in your eating habits that support a greener tomorrow, including incorporating more plant-based dishes, purchasing produce from local farmers and supporting restaurants with eco-friendly business models. In honour of Earth Month, here are our top picks for sustainable restaurants in Toronto. Antler Kitchen & Bar … Continued
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“The Dilled Trout Quiche featuring the responsibly sourced Ontario Trout with Dill is a personal favourite of mine as it packs a punch in herbaceous flavour,” says chef Charlotte Langley. “What’s more, it’s so versatile that it can be enjoyed with a glass of cava at breakfast or brunch, and is still delicious and satiating … Continued
Jumbo Empanadas has been serving up authentic Chilean cuisine in Kensington Market for 30 years. In 2020, the restaurant was forced to close first because of the pandemic, and then again later in the year due to a fire next door, which damaged its wall, ceiling and floors. The restaurant’s owner Irene Morales was finally … Continued
By Ron Johnson
“Smoked food is unpretentious, delicious and perfect for grab and go,” says Afron Mitari, operations manager for Aidan Hospitality. That’s why, in a pandemic pivot, Aidan Hospitality decided that Prohibition Social House at Queen Street East and Broadview Avenue would open the Riverside Smokehouse inside of the temporarily shuttered Prohibition space. Prohibition Gastrohouse is known … Continued
Toronto restaurants that closed this week Brett’s Ice Cream is temporarily closing next week until they find a new location, with their current building set to be torn down. Keep an eye on their social channels for updates on their relocation. Popular Junction brunch spot Dirty Food is closed until further notice. On Instagram, co-owners … Continued
Toronto has no shortage of pizzerias, but these tried-and-true pizza spots have been bringing world flavours and traditional methods over the last six decades that continue to wow Toronto. Here are our top picks for the oldest pizzerias in Toronto. Il Paesano View this post on Instagram A post shared by Il Paesano … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Best friends Kimberley Taylor and Anne Marie Kypreos first bonded over their shared status as relative newcomers to Toronto — Taylor hails from the Bahamas while Kypreos is American originally. When Taylor discovered she had an aggressive form of cancer, she knew it was time to slow down and overhaul her lifestyle. “It was life-changing. … Continued
