Some Toronto restaurants don’t bother with 10-page menus; they pick one thing and perfect it. From flaky, cream-topped scones to yolk-dripping egg sandwiches and Paris-worthy steak frites, these are the city’s top spots for one masterful dish. Not your nan’s scones Who says scones are just for the Brits? At Hiya Scones and Coffee — … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
For three days, Toronto taco lovers munched their way through 250 plus varieties of tacos filled with slow-cooked meats and spicy salsas at this year’s TacoFest! From Aug 8 to Aug 11, more than 50 of the city’s top chefs and vendors served up their signature creations, with taco lovers casting votes for their festival … Continued
Husband and wife duo Aldo Camarena and Ashley McKay quickly became integral in the Toronto food scene when they unveiled Xolo, a combination of hypnotic beats and mouthwatering Latin-American eats. The pop-up experience touched down at various spots across the city, bringing together aspects of Camarena’s life and the creative mementos he collected from stints … Continued
Biidaasige Park is officially open, and it’s kind of a big deal. Sitting on the new island of Ookwemin Minising, it’s the biggest park Toronto’s seen in decades — complete with ziplines, a giant snowy owl, splash zones and bike trails for days. And when you’ve had your fill of climbing, paddling or just hanging … Continued
Just a month old, there’s a new College Street tea house is already luring Toronto’s tea lovers — but Archi Element pours more than just a perfect cup. The tea house is also a hot new destination to view and buy ceramics, engage in tea ceremonies, and participate in artist-led workshops. All of it unfolds … Continued
There’s something about a summer patio by the water that makes you think you’ve slipped out of Toronto and into some sun-soaked fantasy. And while summer in Toronto is pretty special, these waterfront spots will have you daydreaming that you’re oceans away. Joe Bird View this post on Instagram A post shared by … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The team behind Toronto’s acclaimed Armenian fine-dining restaurant Taline is launching a bold new fast-casual concept. Giragi is Toronto’s first Armenian-Lebanese kebab shop and is set to open in The Well on Aug 11! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Giragi (@giragito) The Yacoubian brothers (aka Seb, Saro and Serouj) will … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is making a name for itself on the BBQ map. According to a new report, Toronto ranks eighth overall in BBQ popularity across the continent, placing it ahead of San Diego, St. Louis and even San Antonio, Texas! For the Betway report, researchers analyzed 25 cities across the U.S. and Canada, looking at the … Continued
After watching his wife, mother, and sister struggle to find dishes that accommodated their dietary needs, chef Kumar Ishan decided the best solution was to create a menu that anyone could enjoy. Social Llama Cafe, which recently opened in the heart of Midtown, offers a deliciously healthy menu that’s fully vegetarian and vegan, meaning allergies, … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
This summer is shaping up to be a fiery one for chef collaborations in and around Toronto! Whether you’re craving Korean-inspired smash burgers or elegant multi-course dinners hosted by celebrity chefs, there’s a collab for everyone. Here are some of the top culinary team-ups to watch for in the coming weeks. Burger Drops x Takja … Continued
Two of Toronto’s top culinary stars — Matty Matheson and Masaki Saito — are getting the Hollywood treatment this fall — one in sprinkles, the other in sushi. Matheson, the celebrity chef best known as Neil Fak on The Bear, is voicing a frosted feline named Cookie Bobby in Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie, an animated … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A downtown Toronto Vietnamese restaurant is receiving a slew of new patrons at its location at Adelaide St near Blue Jays Way after R&B singer Kehlani raved about their amazing food to her 6.9 million TikTok followers. “This might be the best Vietnamese food I’ve ever had in my life,” the singer said in a … Continued
