Popular ice-cream parlour in Etobicoke, Tom’s Dairy Freeze, known for its long lineups every summer, is opening a new pop-up location in Trinity Bellwoods. Tom’s has partnered with ShipNoble, which will allow Tom’s to be delivered to anybody within a seven-kilometre radius of Trinity Bellwoods on Dundas Street West and Ossington Avenue. View … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Restaurant owner Adam Skelly is back in the spotlight again, but this time it’s because of a $187,000 invoice from the City of Toronto. Skelly, the owner of Adamson Barbecue, faces this hefty sum after defying lockdown orders last November. Police were sent to the restaurant on Queen Elizabeth Boulevard over a number of days … Continued
The King Street Food Company’s (KSFC) future has been uncertain, with the company filing for insolvency in November 2020. The company operates several restaurants throughout the GTA, including Bar Buca, Jacobs & Co., Buca, La Banane, and CXBO. KSFC had planned to offer takeout and delivery as part of a restructuring process, and they appear … 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
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 Ron Johnson
Being in a kitchen is just natural for chef Nick Liu. As the son of Hakka parents in Toronto, he grew up eating dishes that his ancestors had been preparing for hundreds of years. It’s that passion for cuisine, combined with modern flair and a western touch, that he brings to DaiLo Kitchen at 503 … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The city’s executive committee has approved a revised CafeTO plan set to begin this spring. The plan includes a more straightforward registration process and more outdoor space options making the process simpler for struggling restaurants. The new plan will be presented to the Toronto city council for final approval on Feb. 2. If approved, the … Continued
Eglinton Avenue West now has a new bagel shop run by a man with a very familiar face. Aba — also known as Arie Gershon — from What-A-Bagel in the Upper Village has just opened Aba’s Bagel Company. After 16 years of running What-A-Bagel, Gershon has opened a shop of his own complete with all … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto Mayor John Tory has endorsed a new plan to expand the CaféTO program in 2021. The new project will include easier ways for hospitality owners to register for the program and increase public parklet spaces and safety measures. The new plan also aims to make the application approval for setting up CaféTO installations faster. … Continued
One of Toronto’s oldest diners faces an uncertain future thanks to a proposed new condo development in the early planning stages in the Yorkville neighbourhood. According to a statement released today, Greybrook Realty Partners Inc. has acquired five properties located at 148, 152, 156 Avenue Road, 224 and 234 Davenport Avenue. The parcel of land … Continued
Pizzeria Libretto is gearing up to open its fifth Toronto location at 3011 Dundas St. W. in the Junction. The new location will deliver the same simple, delicious Italian fare the brand is known for, including beautifully charred Neapolitan pies. Although the menu will mirror that of Libretto’s other outposts, Libretto Restaurant Group president Max … Continued
