Ladurée, the prestigious French luxury patisserie established in Paris in 1862, is best known for its creation of the iconic macaron — its famous cakes even made an appearance in Sofia Coppola’s art house film, Marie Antoinette. The brand has also earned international acclaim for its exceptional range of pastries and cakes, which have been … Continued
Since its opening in 1980, Ristorante Boccaccio at the Columbus Centre became a cherished spot for the Italian-Canadian community. Though it closed in 2020, the restaurant experienced a revival this May, thanks to chefs Luciano Schipano and Anthony Sestito. They brought new life to the restaurant, creating a space that is now more modern and … Continued
The last year was a a busy and exciting one for the Toronto food scene, in which we saw electric openings that ranged from highbrow to low, including modest local joints and grand, attention-grabbing eateries. To highlight the standout newcomers, we asked esteemed chef Steve Molnar, recently awarded one Michelin star for Quetzal— Mexican … Continued
A back alleyway may not seem like the best spot to find a stellar dry martini and late night tapas in this city, but this seems to be the case with Bar Bowie, a new basement-level bar that recently opened on Ossington Ave. in the heart of Trinity-Bellwoods. Bar Bowie was opened by Adrian Juan … Continued
The team behind notable destinations like Pizza Wine Disco, Cibo Wine Bar and even Don Alfonso is back again, this time bringing yet another unique nightlife spot to the city. Paris Texas, takes over the former Arcane building on King West, serving up an elevated, upscale way to watch sports while promoting conversation and connection. … Continued
The acclaimed chef behind the two-Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant, Sushi Masaki Saito, has exciting news to share. His brand-new restaurant in Yorkville will soon be opening its doors to the public. MSSM Yorkville, located at 154 Cumberland Street on the second floor, is Chef Masaki Saito’s latest venture. He first made headlines in Toronto back in … Continued
Is there anything better than ice cream on a hot summer day? With countless flavours to choose from – whether you prefer something sweet like honey lavender, loaded with add-ins like cookies and brownies, or even something peculiar like wasabi ice cream – the options are endless. Check out these 7 new ice cream spots … Continued
There’s a new French-American bistro and cocktail bar in town, and it comes courtesy of the people behind one of the most popular spots in the city. Astoria is located inside The Great Hall on Queen Street West, and just opened to the public earlier this month. The details are distinctly French, with dainty, decorated … Continued
The last year was a a busy and exciting one for the Toronto food scene, in which we saw electric openings that ranged from highbrow to low, including modest local joints and grand, attention-grabbing eateries. To highlight the standout newcomers, we asked esteemed chef Devindra Singh, recently awarded a Bib Gourmand for Indian Street Food … Continued
Hey, Barbie dolls! It’s time to get dolled up in your pinkest, glitziest outfits, because a dazzling Barbie-themed drag brunch is coming to downtown Toronto! The same group behind Karen’s Diner, is promising an electrifying show like no other. Embracing the fabulousness of the iconic Mattel character, the one-of-a-kind event is promising to be the … Continued
UPDATE: Exciting news! According to a representative for Susur Lee, the celebrity chef will be present at the restaurant every evening. “Chef Lee is dedicating himself 100 per cent to be in the kitchen nightly to ensure the reopening is smooth and successful,” they recently told us. Bon appétit! Renowned chef Susur Lee has finally … Continued
Imagine an exclusive atmospheric haven where you can indulge in hand-crafted cocktails and savour seasonal flavours, all while a curated collection of timeless tracks sets the mood throughout the night. This is the experience awaiting you at Kissa, Toronto’s first Japanese-inspired vinyl-only listening lounge, located on King Street West. Serving up a fusion of Japanese cuisine complemented by an array … Continued
