A pumpkin experience like no other is back in Ontario this Halloween season, featuring a walk-through a scenic 1 km trail in Milton, Ont. decorated by more than 10,000 hand carved jack-o-lanterns, pumpkin sculptures and live carving demonstrations (did we mention it all takes place after dark?). And this month, you can start the Halloween … Continued
The Well is getting a new after-dark destination this fall. Noyaa, a 7,000-square-foot Mediter-Asian restaurant from Dubai’s Tribes Hospitality Investment Group, opens on the terrace level just off King Street West. It’s the group’s first Canadian spot. The 160-seat venue combines dining, a bar, a lounge and an outdoor terrace with a party vibe. International … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Ontario is in peak foliage season! While there are tons of places across the province to enjoy the rustic reds and vibrant golds of our parks and forests (including a provincial park that’s frequently named among the best places in all of North America for fall foliage), Toronto has its own share of amazing skyline views … Continued
The Imperial Pub, a beloved downtown watering hole at 54 Dundas Street East, will pour its last pint on November 15. Open since 1944, the family-run spot has outlasted trends and developments, surviving nearly everything except Toronto’s obsession with condos. The pub was born when Jack Newman took over Glover’s Cafeteria and rebranded it as … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is known for its culinary diversity, and nowhere is this more obvious than at its all-you-can-eat buffets! The city offers something for every craving, from gems like har gow steamed shrimp dumplings to more indulgent Brazilian steak house feasts. Here’s a guide to 10 of the best all-you-can-eat restaurants in the Toronto area. 1. … Continued
For Ben Denham and Ashley Lloyd, crafting a Michelin-worthy restaurant is not a once-in-a-lifetime experience. After winning acclaim at White Lily Diner, the couple’s new Uxbridge farm-to-table bistro, Sundays, has landed both a Bib Gourmand and a Green Star in the 2025 Guide. Nearly a decade into their success, the couple stunned Toronto’s dining scene … Continued
By Ron Johnson
In one of those Toronto moments, our homegrown Grammy-winning R&B artist Daniel Caesar surprised fans on Saturday with a free pop-up concert in the heart of the city at Trinity Bellwoods Park. At around 3 p.m., Caesar posted a cryptic Instagram story that simply read: “Toronto. Trinity Bellwoods. Five o’clock.” That was all it took. … Continued
Chef Julie Hyde, the talent behind Toronto’s Michelin-starred 20 Victoria, will be leaving the restaurant at the end of the year. In an Instagram post, the restaurant’s owner Chis White celebrated Hyde’s impact.“Julie made 20 Victoria what it is. Her vision, dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence defined our culinary identity,” he said. View … Continued
We’re just days away from the much-anticipated release of Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. When the full album drops on Oct. 3, why not be among friends and Swifties to celebrate? Check out these album release parties in Toronto, from dance parties to drag shows. Taylor Swift: The Life of … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto will once again transform into a large contemporary art exhibit this weekend with the return of the annual Nuit Blanche festival. From sunset to sunrise, starting at 7 p.m. on Sat. Oct. 5, and ending at 7 a.m. on Sun. Oct 6, this year’s theme “Bridging Distance” will explore the different ways humans experience … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
There’s no better place to celebrate autumn’s abundance than Ontario. The province is packed with harvest festivals and food trails that showcase the season’s beauty and flavours! From farm-to-table celebrations to apple harvest adventures, here are a few gems to explore this autumn. Taste the Countryside: 10-Day Dining Trail, Waterloo Region When: Sept. 25–Oct. 5, … Continued
Drunch Kitchen isn’t easy to pin down. Is it a brunch spot? An Italian restaurant? A neighbourhood diner? Turns out it’s all three. The menu is massive, starting with breakfast served daily until 3 p.m. Stacks of pancakes, a full English breakfast and eggs Bennies in every style cover the classics, and skillet poutines smothered … Continued
