By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s Caribbean food scene is having a well-deserved moment. Miss Likklemore’s, the popular Parkdale restaurant led by owner and chef Lonie Murdock, has been named among Best Dressed Plate’s 2025 Caribbean Culinary Impact Honorees, earning a spot in the Best Caribbean Restaurant (Canada) category. The honour places Miss Likklemore’s alongside standout Caribbean restaurants across Canada, … Continued
While Toronto may be known for its endless list of culturally rich and deliciously diverse cuisine, it doesn’t exactly have a strong roster of Viennese restaurants. In fact, I’d be willing to wager that most Torontonians (myself, a self appointed foodie, included) would struggle to name a second. Which is exactly why this hidden gem … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s food-hall scene just got a fresh hit of gastronomic creativity! In the heart of King West, Waterworks Food Hall has announced three new culinary artisans joining its roster: Bello Pizza, Darna Middle Eastern Kitchen and Union Chicken. Since its launch in the summer of 2024, Waterworks has curated a mix of globally inspired food … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
It’s the time of year to linger over a giant hot cup of cocoa or your favourite coffee comfort, so why not go all out and add a bit of shimmer to your festive treats? If your holiday vibe is all about indulgence and being just a little bit over-the-top, this Toronto coffee shop’s golden … Continued
Beef Wellington is the holiday showstopper that brings drama to any table. With its tender beef, earthy mushrooms, rich pâté and flaky puff pastry, it has become a festive favourite. Though its origins are debated, with some attributing it to the Duke of Wellington, others claiming a murkier history, this dish has been adored by … Continued
Some spots are all about the food, while others are about the moment. In Yorkville, the city’s style district, Powder Room — a new supper club with a hint of New York attitude — looks like it could have it all. Inside, the décor feels straight out of a magazine: Dolce & Gabbana wall coverings … Continued
It’s almost Christmas, which means party food is back in rotation. Around the city, retro cocktail staples like shrimp cocktail, devilled eggs and escargots are being refreshed with a modern touch, just in time for December nights out. Icy Legend Move over cocktail wieners — the shrimp cocktail is official back on the party scene. … Continued
If the growing demand for omakase in Toronto tells us anything, it’s that Toronto diners are always seeking an experience. The latest to open, The Onda, is serving up no short of that by featuring a 20-course omakase dinner. If you haven’t heard by now, omakase can be loosely translated to “I leave it … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you love Italian food but can never decide between pizza, pasta or a cheesy panzerotti, there’s a little eatery just a short drive from the city that combines all three into one delicious mashup! Sapori Di Italia opened earlier this year in a Stouffville plaza, just under an hour from Toronto, and it’s rolled … Continued
We’re halfway through December, which means bakery windows across Toronto are fogged with sugar, spice and everything nice! So the timing couldn’t be better for a new ranking of the most sought-after cake shops across Canada and the U.S. — and Toronto shows up like it always does, right on top. The list comes from … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Fans of the original Rasta Pasta restaurant in Kensington Market are in luck. The popular takeout spot unexpectedly shut its doors in late October due to unpaid rent, but on Saturday, a new Jamaican-Italian fusion space reopened in the same spot under a different name: Kensington Jerk and Pasta. The new owner is Mary … Continued
Foodies with a penchant for Italian cuisine are about to get very excited: There’s a new pasta restaurant that just opened on Queen West. Pastalia’s concept functions similar to a poke or burrito restaurant – you pick your fresh, handmade pasta base (and its size), you pick your toppings, and it all goes together in … Continued
