If you’ve been meaning to get out of the city, this charming small town is well worth the drive — especially if great food is part of the plan. Elora’s Longest BBQ is officially coming back on July 28. After drawing a crowd of over 12,000 people last year, this outdoor street party is taking … Continued
If you didn’t get your fill of cheese curds and gravy over the Canada Day long weekend, a Yorkville kitchen is keeping the celebration going for the rest of the month with a massive twist on the Canadian staple. Día Restaurant & Lounge, located on the second floor of the Canopy Toronto Yorkville hotel at … Continued
It’s officially time to say goodbye to one of Toronto’s longstanding Italian restaurants and say hello to an entirely fresh face. INK Entertainment, one of Toronto’s best-known hospitality groups, is ready to revamp Figo; you won’t even recognize it. Bar Romy, Figo’s replacement, officially opens July 2 at 295 Adelaide St. W., transforming the former … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Portuguese food is having a major moment in Toronto, and you’ll probably notice it even more so this week, with Portugal taking on Croatia in a World Cup knockout match on Thursday evening. And yes, that means Cristiano Ronaldo is in town, so Little Portugal will likely be packed! Whether you’re heading out to watch the match or … Continued
Frozen treats hit differently in the summer, and Toronto has no shortage of creative ways to cool off. Whether you’re after fruit-packed pops, boozy frozen bites or nostalgic twists on childhood favourites, these gourmet treats are worth seeking out while the temperatures are high. Rosalu If Nonna made popsicles we bet they’d taste like these. … Continued
Shake Shack has officially taken over the historic former Albert Britnell Bookshop space at 765 Yonge St., just north of Bloor. For decades, this location was a staple for Toronto book lovers, but most recently, it operated as a Starbucks that managed to keep a lot of the building’s original architectural charm. Now, it’s trading … Continued
The revolving door of Toronto’s trendiest culinary strip continues to spin. For five years, 59 Ossington Ave. was home to Pastiche, a theatrical, velvet-curtained speakeasy known for its quirky ‘5:00 p.m. to who cares’ hours and blind tasting menus. After quietly closing its doors in 2024, the moody space sat empty for a stretch, leaving … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
After months of anticipation, Olive Garden has officially opened its first Ontario location in Vaughan, giving Toronto foodies a new reason to head north for unlimited breadsticks and creamy pasta! The Italian-inspired restaurant previously expanded across Ontario in the 1990s, getting diners hooked on its iconic bites, but its restaurants ultimately closed province-wide by the … Continued
If you’ve been on social media lately, you’ve probably seen people sharing their midyear food recaps. Restaurant ranking app Beli analyzed 40 million user ratings to determine Toronto’s highest-rated new restaurant openings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Beli – Restaurant Lists (@beli_eats) Unlike traditional five-star reviews, Beli asks users … Continued
Take your outdoor dining experience to the next level — literally — on these Toronto rooftop patios. As the city skyline serves as your backdrop, you’ll be treated to not only breathtaking views but also some of the finest food and drink Toronto has to offer. Whether you’re looking to unwind with a cocktail after … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
It’s a given that summer and ice cream go hand in hand, and yes, Toronto has some seriously delicious scoops, but Ontario is packed with destinations that are worth the drive for dessert alone! Here are some of the best small-town ice cream stops near Toronto for the ultimate summer road trip. 1. Kawartha Dairy, … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A new Mexican cocina has landed on Toronto’s harbourfront, bringing a whole lot of tacos and tequila to the water’s edge. Mita Mita opened earlier this month on Queens Quay West. Inside, the space is inspired by the colour, craft and easy heat of Mexico. Outside, Lake Ontario sets the scene for tapas and frozen … Continued
