By Nisean Lorde
Toronto ranks as the single greatest source of pro hockey players, according to a 2025 study by NumberBarn. Well, the “greatest source” in terms of North American players. The study only analyzed American- and Canadian-born NHLers, but that still gives Toronto plenty of bragging rights (and, of course, no one needed a study to confirm Canada’s … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you’re looking for peak fall colours and big-sky views without Algonquin’s gridlock, there’s a smaller provincial park full of maple tree-clad hills, gorgeous bluffs and a cluster of trails that lead to scenic lookouts. Restoule Provincial Park is a lesser-known escape nestled between Stormy Lake and Restoule Lake in the Almaguin Highlands, making it … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Halloween is just a few weeks away, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with a plate of food and a hauntingly delicious cocktail (or two) in hand. This October, the city’s spookiest pop-ups and parties will double as destination dining and drinking experiences. Expect everything from movie-inspired cocktail lists (poured under neon cobwebs, … Continued
If there’s one thing acclaimed chef Akira Back knows, it’s the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian foods, called Nikkei cuisine. And he’s bringing his expertise to Toronto, opening a restaurant with other global outposts inside the W Hotel. The world-renowned, Michelin-starred chef is bringing his TONO concept to Toronto this fall, perched atop the city … Continued
Get ready, Toronto — the pop-up market to end all pop-up markets is back next weekend for a two-day extravaganza. Two of the city’s biggest vendor markets, Hippie Market and The Welcome Market, are joining forces again for a collaboration that has been years in the making. On Oct. 18–19, the former two-storey Anthropologie space … Continued
Nothing quite says Halloween like fear and excitement all wrapped (or trapped) into one! If you’re looking to spend your Halloween solving cryptic puzzles about murderous monsters, haunted ships and vengeful ghosts, look no further. We have you covered with six escape rooms to try in the GTA this month. Escape Manor Team size: Teams … Continued
By lindsaylow
Safe, regulated, and fair Canada, a country of wonderfully diverse peoples and delightfully varied environments, has a special love affair with a somewhat unexpected pastime. If you are a Canadian, you might not even realise that it is surprising, but few countries have the same relationship with gambling that Canada has. Sensible and pragmatic Ontario’s … Continued
NBA all-star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is no stranger to the spotlight. The current NBA champion and Most Valuable Player from the GTA is used to putting his best foot forward. On court, it’s his collaborative namesake shoe designed by Converse. Now, off of it, he’s releasing a collection alongside one of the city’s most renowned labels. … Continued
The baked potato has been a popular staple for centuries, from street carts in Victorian London to the jacket potatoes that still steal the show in UK pubs. In North America, it earned a spot alongside steaks before a brief fast-food stint in the 1980s. But now, Toronto’s Spotato is giving the humble potato its … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Last week it was Algonquin Park, and this week Muskoka is officially 100 per cent fall colour change right now and a beautiful sight to see. Every hill, every lakeshore, every winding road seems dipped in paint — reds so deep they look like embers, oranges that glow in the late-afternoon sun, and yellows that … Continued
Whether you love pumpkin pie, the festive glow of jack-o-lanterns or just want an excuse to get out and have some harvest time fun, pumpkin festivals are here and ready to spice up your fall! From pumpkin parades to pick-your-own patches, here are some spooktacular pumpkin festivals to travel to for the whole family in … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Tonight, the full moon will light up the sky in honour of the Mid-Autumn Festival! This harvest festival, also known as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, is all about celebrating abundance, family and tradition. Across Toronto, eateries are unveiling their most delicious takes on the mooncake, from classic versions to Dubai Chocolate-inspired riffs. If … Continued
