From smash burgers to fried chicken, comfort food is a pandemic-related dining trend that’s showing no signs of slowing down. With the ongoing demand for belly-warming foods that travel well, it makes sense that new pizzerias have been popping up all over the city in the last few months. Here are our top picks for … Continued
The smoker at Earlscourt BBQ will be back up and running next month after a temporary closure that stretched on for over a year. The Corso Italia restaurant initially shuttered its doors in the wake of a fire in December 2019. In the ensuing months, owner Jason Rees says the restaurant encountered difficulties securing its … Continued
By lindsaylow
“This dish is inspired by my father’s famous meatballs,” says Justin Leon of Lambo’s Deli‘s meatball recipe. “Pre-COVID-19, my dad would host Sunday dinner at his house, and his meatballs were always the talk of the table. He uses a blend of beef, pork and veal, combined with Wonder Bread soaked in milk, to create … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Valentine’s Day is here again, but this year things are a bit different. While you can’t book a reservation at your favourite restaurant, you can order a fantastic meal to takeout from almost any restaurant in town. Plus, you get to snuggle up with your sweetheart in comfortable clothes on what might be one of … Continued
Petite Thuet in Toronto is reminiscent of the bustling boulangeries of Paris, serving fresh bread, croissants, and pastries. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chef Marc Thuet (@petitethuet) Before the pandemic, owner and chef Marc Thuet was mainly known for his bread. Now, he’s known for pulling off … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Every year, the City of Toronto helps promote restaurants through its Winterlicious and Summerlicious programming. This year, Winterlicious is on hold due to COVID-19 despite the devastating impact of the pandemic on Toronto restaurants. “As a result of the pandemic, Winterlicious will not be held this year. However, the city continues to examine how it … Continued
Finding a Valentine’s Day gift in Toronto doesn’t need to be extra difficult due to the pandemic. Here is a list of local shops where you can get anything from a delicious brunch at home, a classic box of chocolates or even a luxe piece of jewellery for someone you love. Valentine’s Day brunch and … Continued
By Nikki Gill
When Mike Schillaci moved to Etobicoke in 1986, he, like almost every other kid in the neighbourhood, spent many an evening in front of a Capi’s pizza box. Thirty-five years later, he’s breathing new life into his neglected childhood haunt, at the very time when the community needs it most. Since 1962, Capi’s has been … Continued
If you’ve never taken a bartending class, mixing a cocktail might sound intimidating—especially if you don’t even own a cocktail shaker. Luckily, there are tons of restaurants across the GTA that have started packaging their signature cocktails into neat and tidy DIY cocktail kits that you can make at home. If a vodka cranberry or … 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. By the time camp starts in late June, kids will have spent more than a year mostly at home with their parents. They’re suffering isolation, loneliness and lack of independent time … Continued
By lindsaylow
“The Tiger bowl has been a favourite on the Fresh menu for years and is a perfect combination of savoury and spicy,” says chef Jennifer Houston of Fresh’s Tiger bowl recipe. “The crispness of the red peppers complements the grilled greens perfectly, and the crispy tofu cubes are a wonderful pairing with the cashews.” Ingredients … Continued
