It’s happening a week later than usual this year, but it’s finally arrived: Father’s Day is this weekend. If you kind of forgot, or were waiting for your sibling to make plans, don’t worry — Toronto has a full weekend lineup of things to do that will make Dad happy. Whether your dad is the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Wasaga Beach is one of Ontario’s most stunning white-sand getaways, and now there’s a new car-free way for Torontonians to reach the iconic summer destination directly from downtown. FlixBus just launched a new direct, twice-daily round-trip bus service connecting Union Station to Wasaga Beach, aptly dubbed The Wasaga Beach Line. The fastest trip takes just … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s been killing it lately when it comes to global rankings, everything from steakhouses to universities and must-try World Cup dishes. So, it’s no surprise that the city’s also getting major attention from tourists. And now, a new ranking from GuruWalk has named Toronto the top city in the world for solo travellers! The platform … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Patio season is officially here, and while Toronto has tons of amazing spots where you can grab a bite and enjoy a beer or two, the city’s biggest transit hub is turning into a foodie’s paradise over the next few weeks! Union Summer is back for the season, transforming the plaza outside Union Station into … Continued
If one thing is certain, Rosa Marinuzzi loves to cook and loves her family. Those passions led her to serve up southern Italian favourites alongside her son Vito at 7 Numbers. “Mama Rosa,” as she’s lovingly called by many, brought her traditional recipes from a farm in Modugno, Italy to Eglinton Avenue in 2001, and … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A massive summertime attraction is scheduled to reopen for the season this Saturday, and because it’s just over a 1.5-hour drive from Toronto, it makes for a pretty convincing day trip. Canada’s largest outdoor pool is located at Byng Island Conservation Area, Dunnville, Ont. According to the Grand River Conservation Authority, the pool spans 1.85 … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Stratford Festival is one of the largest classical theatre festivals on the planet featuring the works of the great William Shakespeare. But, with all the new musicals and whizbang new works growing in popularity at the festival on the Avon River, can it still do the Bard justice? Well, in two short words: Helleth … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
It’s a given that Toronto has one of the best food scenes in the world, and a new 2026 World Cup host-city ranking just gave the city another reason to brag: Toronto’s peameal bacon sandwich ranked as the sixth most unique must-try dish among all 16 host cities! The guide ranked signature dishes from each … Continued
Toronto never really transitions gently into warmer weather anymore. One week still feels like late March, then suddenly patios are full, streetcars feel overheated, and everyone realizes their winter skincare routine stopped making sense almost overnight. Spring heat spikes have become one of the more frustrating parts of the season because the skin rarely adapts … Continued
With the city in full sports hysteria mode, a familiar player is re-joining the bar scene. Maria’s Sports Bar is officially open again in Brockton Village, serving up good vibes and good brews from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. New owner Adrian Montesdeoca is also the mastermind behind Bambu and Milou, and he envisioned … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Well, warm weather season has finally arrived, and that means it’s time to start planning the inevitable small-town getaway. Of course, you can jump into your car and experience a classic Ontario road trip, but there’s certainly a case for hopping on the train. One charming Ontario town that makes for a perfect mini vacation … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A popular Jewish deli and brunch spot in Montréal’s Saint-Henri neighbourhood has found itself at the centre of a language debate after Quebec’s language watchdog took issue with the word “nosh” displayed in the restaurant’s window. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arthurs (@arthursmtl) The dispute is unfolding at Arthurs … Continued
