By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s all-you-can-eat (AYCE) scene is having a moment this week. In Yorkville, a chic omakase joint is offering unlimited sushi, ramen and live DJs. Across town, a retro-looking slider bar is launching an all-day Wednesday deal built around endless hot dogs and golden tots! Put on your bib, loosen your pants and check out these … Continued
Through the ages, plus-size fashion lovers have been the forgotten demographic when it comes to women’s clothing. It doesn’t fit right, it looks like a sack, it’s shapeless… enough with looking through racks upon racks of the same disappointment. A third of Canadians considered obese, but many fashion brands and most vintage retailers are still … Continued
Chef, author and TV host David Rocco is usually all about the dolce vita — his self-produced TV series David Rocco’s Dolce Vita took Canadian and international viewers through kitchens across Italy. But now, he’s flipping the script with his new show (currently airing on the Food Network), David Rocco’s Eating Dirty, bringing viewers back … Continued
Inside the Shangri-La Toronto, guests can be transported to the Italian countryside at bosk, a restaurant that specializes in Northern Italian cuisine while using local ingredients. It’s a step into luxury in the truest form, with attentive service, an inviting atmosphere and flavourful dishes that are detailed every time they appear at a table. The … Continued
Forget Kendrick, forget Drake — Toronto’s real beef is on the plate. The city’s meat scene is exploding, with new steak houses, butcher-driven concepts and flame-grilled hot spots popping up left and right. Rising meat costs haven’t slowed things down; diners are still craving indulgent, protein-packed meals and restaurants know they’ll pay for quality cuts … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The University of Toronto (U of T) is Canada’s top school, according to the newly released Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. U of T lands at No. 21 in the world, leading the Canadian University pack by a good margin. The University’s overall score is 88.5, with top scores in research environment (92.9), … Continued
Leslieville favourite Pasaj is temporarily closed after a fire broke out in the restaurant’s kitchen early in the morning on October 13. Owners Dee and John Ulgen, the husband-and-wife team behind Simit & Chai, shared the news on Instagram, saying the 1 a.m. fire “destroyed our kitchen” and forced them to shut down until further … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Thanksgiving Day lands on Mon, Oct 13, this year! If you’re staying in the city for the long weekend, here’s your guide to what’s open and closed in Toronto this Thanksgiving 2025, so you can plan your errands, outings and dinner plans without any surprises. Public transit TTC: The TTC will operate on a Sunday service. … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Torontonians are falling hard for the Irish spice bag. If you’ve been to Ireland, or maybe hung out with Irish friends long enough, you’ve likely heard about this late-night, Chinese-Irish takeaway classic! Think crispy, deep-fried chicken strips (sometimes breaded) and fries tossed with peppers, onions, and salt-and-chilli seasoning, often with a side of curry or … Continued
During the opening scene of the new all-Canadian Mirvish production of Bright Star, music flows — though not from the usual orchestra hidden below. Instead, it’s the actors milling about on stage, instruments in hand, who regale the audience with the chords of opening song “If You Knew My Story.” It’s a spectacular introduction to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
As Toronto’s temperatures drop and the first hints of the chilly season hit the air, the Blue Jays are set to crank up the heat on the base paths this weekend. With the American League Championship Series starting this Sunday, fans can still soak in the excitement outdoors, thanks to a lineup of heated patios … Continued
Though chef Adam Ryan has turned to southwestern and Mexican flavours for his latest restaurant, Alebrije, he remains focused on using seasonal Canadian ingredients — the same approach he showcases in the Mediterranean tasting menu at his Danforth restaurant Azura. Located in Harbord Village, Alebrije’s focus is inspired by Ryan’s own passion and nostalgia for … Continued
