It may have been three years since The Weeknd last released an album, but that hasn’t put a dent in his popularity according to Spotify Wrapped 2024. The annual ranking of both global streaming trends and individual listening habits released its data today, including a list of the 10 most-streamed artists of the year — … Continued
Once again, Toronto finds itself basking in global praise, this time for something that isn’t just delicious — it’s drop-dead gorgeous. Bar Raval, the moody watering hole in Little Italy, has landed on the 50 Best list of the most beautiful bars in the world, rubbing architectural elbows with some seriously swanky spots. View … Continued
We’ve all seen it on screen: one wrong move in a fast-paced, high-end kitchen, and a dish — and maybe even a chef’s future— could land in the trash. In Hulu’s critically acclaimed The Bear, an early scene shows Carmy at the pass, haunted by a chef’s relentless demands for perfection. Later, in season three, … Continued
One of Canada’s most trusted authorities on style and fashion, Jeanne Beker has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Now watch her in her current style editor role on TSC’s Style Matters with Jeanne Beker or tune into her podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts. Jeanne Beker has a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Kendrick Lamar just announced that he’s going on a Grand National Tour with SZA next year, and he’s even making a pit stop on rapper Drake’s home turf in Toronto. Lamar will perform at the Rogers Centre on June 12, 2025, and fans seem super excited. Presales begin tomorrow, Nov. 4, with general public ticket … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Even though Pascal Siakam is now playing for the Indiana Pacers, he’s still showing Toronto some love! The former Raptors star is in the city this week as the Indiana Pacers face off against Toronto on Tuesday evening. Prior to the game, Siakam made a special appearance at the Humber College campus basketball court to host … Continued
Inglewood Drive might just be the most festive road in Toronto. Following annual tradition, the residential street has transformed into what is aptly referred to as “Kringlewood,” lining the road with massive inflatable Santas to ring in the festive season with ultimate Yuletide kitsch. What started out as a joke after one neighbour put up … Continued
Toronto is about to experience a new kind of dining destination — one that blends food, shopping and wellness under one roof. Pii Nong’s upcoming flagship location on Yonge Street isn’t just another restaurant; it’s an immersive experience that takes you straight to Thailand. “We really just wanted to bring a new type of dining … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
This Giving Tuesday, it’s time for Torontonians to give back! In the spirit of Thanksgiving, people worldwide are encouraged to celebrate generosity and to give back in whatever ways they can (for example, through donations or volunteering) as part of a global movement dubbed ‘GivingTuesday’. It falls on the Tuesday following the American Thanksgiving and … Continued
Toronto’s dining scene is a whirlwind — so many new spots, so little time and way too many opinions. Enter Rick Silver (@dicksworld), the city’s favourite food blogger and resident truth-teller. Known for his sharp tongue and zero patience for mediocrity, Rick dishes out the real deal, unfiltered. If he says “run, don’t walk,” you … Continued
Tired of the same old holiday parties with awkward small talk and ‘how’s the weather?’ A Taste of Dinner With Strangers is flipping the script this December. No forced mingling, just a night designed for real conversations and genuine connections. Started in 2017 by Jess Janz and Ryan Cantelon, With Strangers was born from the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Last week, the federal government announced that it will provide a two-month pause on the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) for groceries and holiday essentials, like groceries, restaurant meals, drinks, snacks, children’s clothing, and gifts (providing an estimated $1.6 billion in federal tax relief). It’s a temporary measure (from Dec 14, 2024, to … Continued
