By Nisean Lorde
Move over, avocado toast — the city’s newest spot for brunch comes stacked in bamboo baskets, brimming with dim sum that practically melts on contact. QJD Peking Duck, the Markham outpost of Beijing’s legendary Quanjude brand, has launched its Famous Flavours of China Brunch Style and the spread is stunning and they’re calling it the … Continued
Although Stars Hollow — where Gilmore Girls’ Rory and Lorelai live — is fictitious, the pilot episode was shot in Unionville, Ont., about an hour away from Toronto. There, you can visit Luke’s Diner, read under the gazebo and take pictures with the town of Unionville sign that the Stars Hollow sign was plastered over … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Forget haunted houses or graveyard tours — this Halloween, check out these eerie Toronto locations that were featured in some spooky horror flicks (or better yet — watch the movies themselves). Although these flicks weren’t set in the GTA, Toronto was used as the backdrop to make the scenes seriously frightening. Here are 10 of … Continued
From Black Lagoon’s Toronto debut in 2021, this Halloween pop-up — co-created by Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage — has spread its eerie magic across North America. Hayes shares the inspirations that keep the season dark, immersive and deliciously unforgettable. Did you know right away this spooky little idea could be huge? A few nights … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
With Halloween quickly approaching, many Torontonians will seek out abandoned asylums or old cemeteries to get into the spirit — but as it turns out, some of the city’s most well-known restaurants serve up haunted histories alongside the appetizers. This autumn, check out these spooky Toronto haunted restaurants for some chilling hospitality. The Keg Steakhouse … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The Blue Jays face the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night in Game 4 of the World Series, and if the first three games are any indication, there will be tons of celebrities in attendance! Toronto’s first two games at Rogers Centre (Oct. 24-25) drew major names, popular musical acts and hometown faves. Here are … Continued
Toronto’s love affair with Desi flavours runs deep — from the city’s first Little India on Gerrard Street to new-wave chefs reimagining comfort food with a South Asian twist. “Desi” refers to people and cultures from the Indian subcontinent, and in Toronto, that influence shows up everywhere — even between burger buns. Roncy’s late-night fix … Continued
Calling all BookTokers and sentimentalists: Toronto’s new Queen Street West bookstore is made for the lovers — of love, of books and of happily-ever-afters. After spending a year charming readers at Stackt Market, co-owners Kearston Bergeron and Serena Goodchild have opened the doors to their newest and most permanent location of Hopeless Romantic Books at … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s iconic waterfront concert venue is getting a new name (and a major makeover). Live Nation Canada announced today that the Budweiser Stage has officially been renamed the RBC Amphitheatre. It’s part of a multi-year partnership with the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), which will transform the lakeside venue into a year-round destination for live … Continued
Construction delays for their upcoming restaurant couldn’t stop Jess Potter and Maria Degiorgio from serving up food and drink to Geary Avenue’s buzzing crowd. The restaurant hasn’t even opened yet, but they’ve already built a community with the help of a revitalized trailer. “We’ve made friendships this summer that will last a lifetime,” says … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you’re looking for a pause from city life, Ontario is full of stays that will make your mini-escape feel like something special. A unique getaway doesn’t have to mean roughing it; choose a stay that’s equal parts design, comfort and location. Here are eight unique Airbnb stays that stand out, from a heritage loft … Continued
What’s the secret to a bestselling cookbook? It helps when you’ve spent more than three decades building an empire around the authentic dishes that made you famous. That might sound like a tall order, but Cosimo Mammoliti, the visionary behind Terroni, has made it look effortless. Published in September, La Cucina di Terroni: The Cookbook … Continued
