Adam Skelly and his restaurant, Adamson Barbecue, made waves over the pandemic when the controversial Skelly protested the restaurant closures, keeping the eatery open against provincial regulations. He was arrested, hit with over $180,000 in fees, filed a constitutional challenge against the city, and chaos ensued well into the summer of 2021 before the constitutional … Continued
While Toronto has plenty of options when it comes to greasy, fattening comfort food that makes you feel oh-so good and oh-so bad at the same time, sometimes it’s fun to put on your best suit or best heels, hit the town, and get dinner somewhere that makes a regular Tuesday night feel extra special. Whether … Continued
Valentine’s Day might be a card and candy grab, but it’s also about (let’s be honest) sex. Two Toronto companies aren’t skirting around the post-quarantine desire running rampant through the city by offering clients something on the scintillating side of V-day. Entrepreneur and co-founder of Jems, Whitney Geller, wants Valentine’s Day shoppers to feel more … Continued
The first Sam Roberts Band and Spearhead Brewing Company collaboration, nearly ten years ago, was so successful, that Josh Hayter and Sam Roberts decided they were going to do it again. The first round saw Sam Roberts Band Session Ale, a dark beer with caramel undertones designed to mimic one of the musician’s favourite beers, … Continued
“Popcorn so good it’s criminal,” reads the brand’s logo. The picture above it reinforces the idea: a drawing of a blonde woman in a stereotypical, black-and-white prison uniform, her head resting in her hand. The logo sits proudly at the top of the Comeback Snacks website, on every bag of $7 popcorn the brand sells … Continued
You don’t need to be a sports fan to know that Super Bowl Sunday is next weekend. It’s the only sporting event that’s fit for everyone, since it’s usually about a lot more than football. Sure, some people attend Super Bowl parties to cheer on their team, but plenty of others are there for the … Continued
One of the best, most famous dim sum restaurants in Toronto could be on the move again. Recently, a sign went up in front of the building at 69 Yorkville Avenue, notifying passersby that an application has been filed with the city of Toronto to redevelop the building. Currently, it houses a few businesses, including … Continued
You can now get the Mykonos feel without ever leaving the city, thanks to Petros82. Once housed inside Hotel X, the Greek eatery has now found a new, two-storey space in the Entertainment District to call home. Located at 299 Adelaide Street West, the 10,000 square foot restaurant is adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows and a … Continued
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and, even though indoor dining is back open, many restaurants are still offering themed take-out meals and virtual events, so you can skip the reservation without sacrificing taste. Whether you’re keen to celebrate the love in your life or just want an excuse for some delicious eats and … Continued
Bar From Afar and SoHo Hotel have a lot in common: both have a presence in both Ottawa and Toronto, and both are increasing their presence in the Toronto area. And, of course, both are learning to adapt to a pandemic-affected season. So, for Valentine’s Day, the pair of small businesses teamed up to create … Continued
There are big changes coming at ONE Restaurant. Today, The McEwan Group announced the sale of its 50% share in ONE Restaurant, turning it over to the new proprietors of the Hazelton Hotel. With this announcement, chef Mark McEwan confirmed that he, too, is leaving the Yorkville eatery. His departure comes after 15 years of … Continued
