The Sweet Potato, the organic grocer known for its healthy food options, has announced via Instagram that they will be closing their Leaside location. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Sweet Potato (@thesweetpotatotoronto) “Though it wasn’t an easy decision, we’re closing our Bayview-Leaside location to focus our efforts on … Continued
The Brunch Babes, Sarah Ballou and Alex Mladen, have built a huge following on Instagram with their spot-on recommendations. This Valentine’s Day, skip the candlelit dinner and celebrate love with brunch! Here are the Babes’ top picks. 1. Manita This cosy Ossington gem is at the top of our list for Manita’s warm and intimate … Continued
Kensington Market is saying farewell to one of its long-time pillars. After 36 years of serving homemade Portuguese comfort food, Amadeu’s Restaurant has announced on Facebook it will be closing its doors for good. The message, penned by owners Celeste, Elizabeth and Rui Gonçalves, reflected on the incredible journey that Amadeu’s has had since first … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Winterlicious kicks off today! From Jan 31 to Feb 13, Torontonians can savour every bit(e) of a three-course prix fixe menu at more than 230 participating restaurants for lunch ($20-$50) or dinner ($25-$75). Reservations are strongly recommended as spots (particularly for dinner) fill up super fast. To reserve a table, contact the restaurant directly and tell them … Continued
For a decade, Fat Pasha has been a staple in Toronto, praised as one of the top places to find Middle Eastern cuisine. The Dupont Street restaurant’s menu — offering both traditional Ashkenazi and Sephardic flavours — speaks volumes to why customers return, but it’s chef and owner Anthony Rose’s dedication to Toronto, and the … Continued
If lobster is your love language, Toronto’s got the perfect spots to indulge. Whether you’re into buttery rolls, rich bisques or a full-on seafood feast, the city’s got you covered with spots that’ll make your lobster dreams come true. From classic East Coast joints to bold new takes on the crustacean, here’s where to satisfy … Continued
Toronto’s brunch scene just took a hit. Saving Grace, the Dundas West spot that defined casual cool, is calling it quits after 25 years. Owner Monica Miller broke the news on Instagram. “I am overjoyed to be closing, please don’t be sad,” she captioned the photo. “Thank you to everyone who ever visited us over the … Continued
Rob Despins and Geneviève Lemaire, the dynamic couple behind Fair Catch Fishmongers, have opened a second location in Toronto’s Leaside neighbourhood, a move that reflects their growing passion for both sustainable seafood and small business. After establishing their first location in Lawrence Park in 2020, they’ve expanded into the former De La Mer Fresh Fish … Continued
“When people ask me my dream, I say I want to overhear a discussion on where to have dinner tonight and hearing — among their choices of Chinese, Indian, or Italian — Palestinian.’ It’s making Palestinian food what it is, which is a beautiful cuisine, like any other.” Such was chef Fadi Kattan’s motivation for … Continued
Toronto’s Winterlicious is back, and it’s basically an all-access pass to the city’s hottest tables — minus the usual waitlists and sky-high price tags. What started in 2003 as a post-SARS boost for the restaurant scene has morphed into a two-week frenzy of prix-fixe feasting. With over 220 restaurants serving up multi-course menus, it’s set … Continued
Maven, a cosy new restaurant in Harbord Village, offers a modern take on eastern European Jewish cuisine. Chef-owner Shauna Godfrey, formerly of Momofuku, Kōjin and Atera, built confidence from her pandemic-era Godfrey’s Supper Club to open Maven, which debuted a month ago after three years of planning. Maven, named after a nickname given to Godfrey … Continued
