By Nisean Lorde
The Kitchener-Waterloo region may host the largest Oktoberfest celebration outside of Germany, but there are many places across Toronto where you can indulge in delicious German fare and raise a stein in honour of this annual Bavarian fest! Here are 10 spots to check out in the city. 1. Wrvst View this post on Instagram … Continued
The Well is getting a new after-dark destination this fall. Noyaa, a 7,000-square-foot Mediter-Asian restaurant from Dubai’s Tribes Hospitality Investment Group, opens on the terrace level just off King Street West. It’s the group’s first Canadian spot. The 160-seat venue combines dining, a bar, a lounge and an outdoor terrace with a party vibe. International … Continued
The Imperial Pub, a beloved downtown watering hole at 54 Dundas Street East, will pour its last pint on November 15. Open since 1944, the family-run spot has outlasted trends and developments, surviving nearly everything except Toronto’s obsession with condos. The pub was born when Jack Newman took over Glover’s Cafeteria and rebranded it as … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is known for its culinary diversity, and nowhere is this more obvious than at its all-you-can-eat buffets! The city offers something for every craving, from gems like har gow steamed shrimp dumplings to more indulgent Brazilian steak house feasts. Here’s a guide to 10 of the best all-you-can-eat restaurants in the Toronto area. 1. … Continued
For Ben Denham and Ashley Lloyd, crafting a Michelin-worthy restaurant is not a once-in-a-lifetime experience. After winning acclaim at White Lily Diner, the couple’s new Uxbridge farm-to-table bistro, Sundays, has landed both a Bib Gourmand and a Green Star in the 2025 Guide. Nearly a decade into their success, the couple stunned Toronto’s dining scene … Continued
Chef Julie Hyde, the talent behind Toronto’s Michelin-starred 20 Victoria, will be leaving the restaurant at the end of the year. In an Instagram post, the restaurant’s owner Chis White celebrated Hyde’s impact.“Julie made 20 Victoria what it is. Her vision, dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence defined our culinary identity,” he said. View … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
There’s no better place to celebrate autumn’s abundance than Ontario. The province is packed with harvest festivals and food trails that showcase the season’s beauty and flavours! From farm-to-table celebrations to apple harvest adventures, here are a few gems to explore this autumn. Taste the Countryside: 10-Day Dining Trail, Waterloo Region When: Sept. 25–Oct. 5, … Continued
Drunch Kitchen isn’t easy to pin down. Is it a brunch spot? An Italian restaurant? A neighbourhood diner? Turns out it’s all three. The menu is massive, starting with breakfast served daily until 3 p.m. Stacks of pancakes, a full English breakfast and eggs Bennies in every style cover the classics, and skillet poutines smothered … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Patio season may be winding down, but festival season is far from over. Cotton candy and cool drinks are giving way to autumn harvests, strong ciders and garlicky preserves. To help you pick the best spots for steins of cold bier and small-town Thanksgiving feasts, here are 10 food and drink festivals in Ontario that … Continued
If you remember the decadent glamour of Gossip Girl’s Chuck Bass opening a burlesque club, or Blair Waldorf’s unforgettable performance — you’ll understand the high-class, Manhattanite energy that’s about to descend on Toronto. On Friday, Sept. 26, FYE Ultraclub officially opens its doors, promising to transform the city’s nightlife with a concept unlike anything Toronto … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s bar scene is about to go full aperitivo. From Oct. 6–12, 2025, the Italian Trade Agency will launch the city’s first-ever Italian Cocktail Revolution! This week-long celebration will showcase Italy’s finest spirits, bartending craft and cocktail culture across 10 of Toronto’s top cocktail bars. “This first edition of the Italian Cocktail Revolution brings together … Continued
If you follow Suresh Doss on Instagram, you may know him as the mango guy. But his reputation in the food industry runs so much deeper — he knows the hidden culinary gems tucked deep into every borough. Doss is the human food encyclopedia you want on speed dial — ready to lead you to … Continued
