A new spot for contemporary French food just opened in Toronto’s Harbord Village. Offering an inventive approach to classic French cuisine, the bistro named Parquet, located at 97 Harbord St., opened its doors on December 2. A collaboration between two-long time friends and lawyers, Daniel Bernstein and Matt Cohen, the restaurant celebrates the duo’s passion … Continued
Openings and Happenings There’s no stopping Matty Matheson. The celebrity chef and actor extraordinaire recently opened Rizzo’s House of Parm in his hometown of Fort Erie, Ont., featuring a menu of old-school Italian plates in a charming family-friendly space. True to its name, the restaurant is serving up a trio of parm dishes, including chicken, … Continued
Oh the butter! Alo’s insanely rich sweet butter. The stuff of which Michelin stars are made. It comes in a little plastic container. Were I a better person I would have transferred the butter to a small but expensive china dish. But this being takeout at home,we rip into the butter, spreading it way too … Continued
The latest restaurant concept from The King Street Food Company (Buca, La Banane, Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse), Cucina Buca, at the corner of Yonge Street and St. Clair Avenue, is a brand new Italian restaurant that celebrates classic Italian fare in an elegant, contemporary space. With Buca having recently been recommended by the prestigious Michelin … Continued
Many Torontonians were sad to lose a Toronto institution, Banknote Bar, earlier this year after the spot was expropriated to make way for a new subway station. The pub and restaurant had sat proudly on the corner of King and Bathurst, owned and operated by Louie Cristello for over three decades. But fans of the … Continued
If you like your chicken deep fried with an extra spicy punch, Nashville hot chicken just might be your new favourite bird. Perfectly crispy with a super fiery kick, the number of places to grab this dish in the city is growing exponentially. Here’s where to find the best Nashville hot chicken in Toronto. Chica’s … Continued
This BBQ spot provides patrons with a pseudo-religious experience outside of church, proving you don’t have to have faith to get holy. Look no further than Holy Smoke, Thornhill’s latest in boldly flavoured BBQ. Opening up shop in the GTA this past summer, the spot is true to its name, welcoming diners with kitschy-cool decor, … Continued
Beloved Toronto pizzeria North of Brooklyn is expanding yet again. Not long after opening Better Half Bar on the Danforth, they’ve announced that their sixth location will open midtown at 1728 Avenue Rd., in January — just a few blocks away from another Toronto pie fave, Maker Pizza. “We’ve been hearing, ‘When are you coming … Continued
Fast-food chains exist all across the city, but a healthy alternative can be trickier to find. Forest Hill Farmhouse is a new, fast casual salad concept that caters to those who want to live an active healthy lifestyle while juggling a busy schedule. The brainchild of Blair Bitove, the space will officially open on Dec. … Continued
A wave of chic bars serving a bevvy of natural wines have popped up around Toronto in recent years, making the world of wine a lot more approachable and fun for the average vino lover. Officially opening its doors in the Leaside neighbourhood on Nov. 23, The Daughter is a new natural wine and bottle … Continued
Ann Kim, Peter Jensen and Jed Smith are at it again. The talented team from Donna’s, a neighbourhood favourite for tasty fare and great wine, have come together once more to open a new tapas-style bar, The Golden Peacock. Officially opened on Nov. 22, the inspiration for the design of the bar is a combination … Continued
Nearly seven years in, La Banane is still one of the city’s busiest and buzziest restaurants. The contemporary French spot is situated in a prime location on the Ossington strip, serving up whimsical eats and delectable treats in an uber cool art deco space. Just months after being named as one of the Michelin Guide’s … Continued
