Category: Restaurants

From the wine bar of Paris Paris to the Bib Gourmand-recipient Favorites Thai BBQ, Chef Jonathan Poon has been taking Torontonians on a global culinary tour with his restaurants — without leaving Ossington Avenue. For Taberna Lx, the latest masterpiece on his resume and on the strip, Poon has crafted a worldly menu featuring the … Continued

We know that Toronto has a vibrant dinner scene, but brunch is nothing to skip over. The city’s brunch scene is filled with a delicious mix of styles, boasting unique flavours and dishes, everything from comfort foods like scrambled eggs and pancakes to sleek Japanese fusion to refined French fare. And when you throw in … Continued

Toronto’s own Rob Gentile made headlines last year when he packed his bags for balmier weather and made the move to Los Angeles. The former Buca chef teamed up with fellow Torontonian and restaurateur Janet Zuccarini to open Stella West Hollywood — a sprawling, 8,000-square-foot Italian restaurant in the former home of Madeo. Since its … Continued

Some Toronto restaurants don’t bother with 10-page menus; they pick one thing and perfect it. From flaky, cream-topped scones to yolk-dripping egg sandwiches and Paris-worthy steak frites, these are the city’s top spots for one masterful dish. Not your nan’s scones Who says scones are just for the Brits? At Hiya Scones and Coffee — … Continued

For three days, Toronto taco lovers munched their way through 250 plus varieties of tacos filled with slow-cooked meats and spicy salsas at this year’s TacoFest! From Aug 8 to Aug 11, more than 50 of the city’s top chefs and vendors served up their signature creations, with taco lovers casting votes for their festival … Continued

Biidaasige Park is officially open, and it’s kind of a big deal. Sitting on the new island of Ookwemin Minising, it’s the biggest park Toronto’s seen in decades — complete with ziplines, a giant snowy owl, splash zones and bike trails for days. And when you’ve had your fill of climbing, paddling or just hanging … Continued

Just a month old, there’s a new College Street tea house is already luring Toronto’s tea lovers — but Archi Element pours more than just a perfect cup. The tea house is also a hot new destination to view and buy ceramics, engage in tea ceremonies, and participate in artist-led workshops. All of it unfolds … Continued

There’s something about a summer patio by the water that makes you think you’ve slipped out of Toronto and into some sun-soaked fantasy. And while summer in Toronto is pretty special, these waterfront spots will have you daydreaming that you’re oceans away. Joe Bird   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by … Continued

The team behind Toronto’s acclaimed Armenian fine-dining restaurant Taline is launching a bold new fast-casual concept. Giragi is Toronto’s first Armenian-Lebanese kebab shop and is set to open in The Well on Aug 11!   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Giragi (@giragito) The Yacoubian brothers (aka Seb, Saro and Serouj) will … Continued

After watching his wife, mother, and sister struggle to find dishes that accommodated their dietary needs, chef Kumar Ishan decided the best solution was to create a menu that anyone could enjoy. Social Llama Cafe, which recently opened in the heart of Midtown, offers a deliciously healthy menu that’s fully vegetarian and vegan, meaning allergies, … Continued

This summer is shaping up to be a fiery one for chef collaborations in and around Toronto! Whether you’re craving Korean-inspired smash burgers or elegant multi-course dinners hosted by celebrity chefs, there’s a collab for everyone. Here are some of the top culinary team-ups to watch for in the coming weeks. Burger Drops x Takja … Continued