The Ossington-Dundas corner, long a hub of Toronto’s dining and drinking scene, has welcomed Kensei Bar, a 90s-inspired Korean and Japanese vinyl bar which took over the space once occupied by Bouffe by Adjey. Kensei spins jazz vinyl six days a week and features housemade feature cocktails inspired by the genres of jazz, including ragtime, … Continued
Kensington Market stands out in Toronto’s patchwork of neighbourhoods. It’s an exciting blend of quirky shops, cool restaurants and cozy homes, all packed into one vibrant, chaotic space. With its fusion of cultures and creativity, it’s the kind of place where you can wander, get lost and stumble upon something unforgettable (and delicious). It’s tough … Continued
When residents of Toronto’s Leaside are itching for a closet clean out or looking to add some new elements to their work wardrobe, they don’t toss a pile of clothes into the donation bin or stop in at Zara — instead, they wait for She Shops Swap. The regular Toronto clothing swap event launched in … Continued
With a passion for innovation and patient care, four outstanding dentists are shaping the way we think about dental care in Toronto. Dr. Noah Belman of Belman Dental, Dr. Tom Nguyen of Bloor Dufferin Dental Centre, and Dr. Tracey Hendler and Dr. Bruno Vendittelli of Forest Hill Orthodontics share their insights on what makes their … Continued
Toronto’s brunch scene just took a hit. Saving Grace, the Dundas West spot that defined casual cool, is calling it quits after 25 years. Owner Monica Miller broke the news on Instagram. “I am overjoyed to be closing, please don’t be sad,” she captioned the photo. “Thank you to everyone who ever visited us over the … Continued
Winter can be a magical time for those who seek to embrace it — and to help ignite your sense of winter wonder, here are some cozy local getaways in Ontario perfect for the season. Escape to a classic Muskoka cabin Head to Muskoka’s Peninsula Lake for a winter getaway filled with nostalgia. Since 1927, … Continued
We love supporting local in Toronto, and we’re lucky to have so many amazing independent shops in the city. The next time you’re on the stretch of Yonge Street dominated by unique boutiques and luxury finds, Rosedale and Summerhill, check out these 10 essential shops. Putti Fine Furnishings Shop for a unique gift, find that home … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you were lucky enough to watch the Quadrantids meteor shower earlier this month, you experienced one of Earth’s best annual meteor showers! If you missed it, don’t worry — there are plenty of other ways to explore the cosmos this year. Here’s a guide to 2025’s most spectacular stargazing events that you can witness … Continued
If you’ve ever been scrolling TikTok and come across a silky-smooth voice in a TTC uniform, singing everything from R&B hits to reimagined classics, chances are you’ve found Jon Pooley. Or perhaps you recognize him from Drake’s Instagram story, where he shared the TTC driver’s cover of his 2015 hit “Jungle.” Since fame found him … Continued
What better way to beat the winter blues than a dose of feline fun? Make this year a purr-fect one by trying out one of these Toronto events for cat lovers, from a catstravaganza to kitten yoga. Toronto Catstravaganza When: March 1-2 Get immersed in the Toronto cat community and learn more about felines at … Continued
If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to step into the world of a Wong Kar-Wai film, you can now find out. All you have to do is head upstairs to Ayla, a new restaurant above Patois on Dundas West. The restaurant is the result of a shared vision between chefs Danvee Kwok and Kevin … Continued
