Sexy Burger is one of Toronto’s latest burger joints offering old-school smash burgers in unique flavour combinations that are sure to impress. Deliciously prepared on a flat top grill, and pressed with a cured cast-iron weight, this creates the ideal flat shape and a delightful sear for a juicy and indulgent burger. They come in … Continued
Matthew Ravenscroft, or as his Instagram followers may know him: the Bob Ross of cooking vegetables, grew into his career as a chef the same way many people like their vegetables—organically. He started working at Crush Wine Bar as a side gig in university, and soon found himself spending extra cash on cookbooks and learning … Continued
The future of Toronto’s unofficial drink of summer is on the rocks as a shortage in boba, which is used in bubble tea, affects both chain and local shops nationwide. View this post on Instagram A post shared by OneZo Tapioca 丸作 (@onezotapioca) For those unfamiliar with boba, they’re the starchy … Continued
Spring marks the arrival of cherry blossom season in many parts of the world. In Japan, cherry blossom viewing (known as hanami) is a beloved annual event, traditionally celebrated with picnic parties beneath the trees and evening light displays and blossom illuminations. Beyond appreciating natural beauty, the pretty pink petals, called sakura, have deep meaning … Continued
By Ron Johnson
For restaurant owners across the country, the last year has been difficult. For Il Covo’s Ryan Campbell alongside Sara Steep and Giuseppe Marchesini, it also presented an opportunity. Campbell and company set to work pivoting and opening new food businesses to cater to the comfort-food craving crowd that was clamouring for new culinary experiences. His … Continued
By Ron Johnson
With the latest stay-at-home order in effect, Torontonians’ dining options have been limited to delivery and takeout, similar to the measures enacted over the December holidays and at the beginning of the pandemic last year. This time, though, with COVID-19 cases soaring to record highs across the province, restaurant and food shop owners and managers … Continued
Toronto restaurants that closed this week Unable to weather yet another dine-in lockdown, Ivan Castro’s La Bartola has temporarily closed until restrictions are lifted. In an emotional Instagram post, the team behind the innovative vegan Mexican hotspot said “if you have a friend or relative working in the hospitality industry, you have witnessed how hard … Continued
White pizza, also known as pizza bianca, is a traditional Italian pizza that doesn’t use red tomato sauce. With one of the most flavourful elements of the pizza completely out of the equation, the secret to an incredible white pie isn’t in the sauce but instead, is a balanced mixture of olive oil, garlic, salt … Continued
Foodie favourite the Cheese Boutique is continuing its dairy domination of the Ripley Avenue area. According to its new Instagram account, CB Bottega is poised to open at 29 Ripley Ave., three doors down from the main shop at 45 Ripley Ave. Until recently, the space at 29 Ripley Ave. housed the Cheese Boutique’s cookware … 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 The most wonderful thing in the world is to look at your children, your partner by your side, and bask in loving them together. Knowing that the two of you adore … Continued
The latest bakery to open in the 905 is serving the best thing since sliced bread: shokupan, a fluffy style of bread popular in Japan. Launched in mid-March, Iki Shokupan is taking orders via Instagram DM and typically sells out a week in advance. A technique called the Yudane method, which involves mixing bread flour … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The team at Mira Mira headquartered in Leslieville has opened a new outpost one neighbourhood to the east in the Beach. The diner specializes in some seriously decadent sandwich options offering a touch of fusion cuisine and a heap of comfort. Menu items include a crispy haddock fish sandwich with lemongrass aioli and a teriyaki … Continued
