A new space that’s equal parts snack shop, wine bar, cafe, bottle shop and all around gathering place has opened in the heart of Queen West’s Trinity Bellwoods neighbourhood. Dreamed up by chef and Cityline guest expert, chef Matt Dean Pettit, Trinity Market opened recently on March 22, mere steps from Trinity Bellwoods Park. The … Continued
Although inflation has caused the cost of dining out to soar, there are many standout restaurants in the city with quality food at reasonable prices. And when it comes to restaurant recommendations, who better to trust than a chef — and a Michelin chef to boot! Chef Kyle Rindinela, recently awarded a Bib Gourmand for … Continued
This week, one of Toronto’s beloved and most recognizable French restaurants has soft-launched their new location and, though the response has already been promising, it’s only just the beginning of Chantecler’s re-build. In November of 2019, the stylish restaurant, which first opened in Parkdale in 2012, was closed down after a three-alarm fire left the … Continued
Toronto’s Japanese food scene is on fire. If you don’t believe us, just take a peek at Toronto’s recent Michelin Guide selections and you’ll see not one but five restaurants specializing in Japanese cuisine that made the list. Not to be outdone, an impressive crop of Japanese restaurants are combining a mish-mash of cuisines to tantalize us with bountiful flavour combinations that fit surprisingly … Continued
North of Brooklyn, the hugely popular Toronto pizza spot has headed even further north than its name suggests, recently opening a flagship location in North York. Located on Avenue Road, just north of Lawrence Avenue West, the new spot just happens to be close to another highly acclaimed ‘za spot: Maker Pizza, by celebrity chef and personality Matty Matheson. The North York location exudes a … Continued
Popular Asian-Caribbean fusion restaurant Patois is expanding its brand yet again. But you won’t have to go too far to get your hands on the latest deliciousness from celebrated chef Craig Wong because this latest venture is just next door to his popular Asian-Caribbean eatery. Located in the Trinity-Bellwoods neighbourhood at 796 Dundas St W., … Continued
Taline is a new restaurant that’s focused on bringing the cuisine and experience of Armenia and Lebanon to Toronto. But Taline isn’t just a celebration of these countries; it’s an ode to one special woman. The restaurant is named after the late mother of the three brothers who conceptualized the space. “We’re just going to be replicating basically her legacy … Continued
Next month, Toronto restaurants and bars will usher in the start of patio season with the return of the CaféTO program, but according to an announcement from the city, hundreds of fewer businesses will be taking part this year. In a statement released on Thursday, the city said that approximately 500 businesses had submitted applications … Continued
Although inflation has caused the cost of dining out to soar, there are many standout restaurants in the city with quality food at reasonable prices. And when it comes to restaurant recommendations, who better to trust than a chef — and a Michelin chef to boot! Chef Devindra Singh, recently awarded a Bib Gourmand for … Continued
Montreal’s storied steakhouse restaurant Gibbys is no longer in the hands of the family who opened it back in 1969. Quebec-based Grandio Group — the company behind iconic Moishes steakhouse and the Cage aux Sports — recently acquired Gibbys’ Old Montreal and St-Saveur restaurants from their founding family. According to the Montreal Gazette, financial terms of … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Yes, the Rogers Centre now boasts a funky new outfield standing area for Jays games, but one of the most unique locations to watch the game is still from the only hotel in North America located inside a major league stadium. With the Toronto Blue Jays home opener just around the corner on April 11, … Continued
Taste Test judge Anthony Rose samples the city’s most bountiful catch —fish and chips — the perfect dish to ring in spring. Winner (Traditional): Sea Witch “This is light and crispy, and I love the addition of the pickerel. I never order pickerel or halibut. I usually go for cod or haddock because I want two pieces, and … Continued
