By Ron Johnson
Toronto’s newest fandom-themed bakery opened their doors in West Queen West last week, and the owners are hoping to change the way you think about sweets — one geek-treat at a time. The Grand Order of Divine Sweets (a.k.a. The GOoDS) is the brainchild of award-winning cake designer Sam Lapointe (from Cakes Cove fame) and … Continued
Tequila Bookworm is the most recent Toronto establishment to be pushed out of their space on Queen Street West as a result of increased rent. The city has lost many small businesses due to the rent and property tax increases recently. But now Torontonians are beginning to wonder if the closures are starting to suck … Continued
Food stylist Jill Chen runs a luncheonette program called Freestyle Farm out of her photography studio, just west of Spadina Avenue on Richmond Street, each week. Every Monday to Friday since November of 2018, between the hours of 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., foodies across Toronto are able to place an order and pick up … Continued
By Ron Johnson
On Dec. 10, Corso Italia restaurant Earlscourt BBQ announced that they would be closed until further notice, following a fire. The restaurant, located on the lower level of 1278 St. Clair Ave. W. is owned by barbecue competitor Jason Rees, otherwise known as the Pork Ninja. It’s a popular destination for smoked foods in the … Continued
It’s no question that delays come with the territory of opening a new restaurant. There can be issues with construction, licensing, staffing, you name it. There are an inexplicable amount of hurdles restaurateurs have to get over before they cut the red ribbon. This year has brought some incredible restos, but since the summer we … Continued
Yorkville’s swish French bistro La Société has announced it will close its doors on New Year’s Eve. The Parisian-influenced restaurant owned by INK Entertainment opened in 2011 and became known for its dramatic stained glass ceiling, excellent wine list, and well-executed French fare. Also a favourite for posh weekend brunches, La Société’s popularity in its … Continued
By Erin Neilly
A new proposed development in Chinatown is sparking a worry in Toronto over whether the character of the city’s most unique neighbourhoods will survive the ongoing development boom. A community consultation meeting was recently held for the 13-storey, mixed-use building in Chinatown at 315–325 Spadina Ave., a location that includes long-standing restaurant Rol San. There, … Continued
By lindsaylow
Joanne Kates trained at the Ecole Cordon Bleu de Cuisine in Paris. She has written articles for numerous publications, including the New York Times, Maclean’s and Chatelaine. Is Grant van Gameren phoning it in? And if yes, does it matter? When you have an ever-expanding little restaurant empire, being the chef, the guy behind the … Continued
