By Ron Johnson
After an unforgettable six-show run as part of her Eras Tour at the Rogers Centre, Taylor Swift bid Toronto a heartfelt farewell on social media, expressing her immense gratitude to the city’s fans. Toronto has been one of the standout locations on Swift’s global tour, and as her final concert in the city came to … Continued
Toronto’s holiday pop-up bars are here, turning festive cocktails and over-the-top kitsch into a seasonal spectacle — one spiked hot chocolate at a time. Melody View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gladstone House | Toronto (@gladstonehouseto) On until New Year’s Eve, Melody Bar transforms into a snow globe fever dream, … Continued
By Ron Johnson
I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve been in the audience at a Toronto theatre production and witnessed a bona fide fart joke. This is the most direct way to communicate with you, beloved theatre-goers, that the new play The Bidding War, on now at Crow’s Theatre, is a farce, a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
YouTuber MrBeast (aka Jimmy Donaldson) just dropped a trailer for his controversial new reality competition series “Beast Games”. The 10-episode competition series (part of which was filmed in Toronto) will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on December 19th and is set to become the largest reality competition series ever. Over 1000 contestants competed for a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The latest ranking of the world’s best cities is out, and some may be surprised by where Toronto landed on the list. World’sBestCities.com did what it does best and ranked the world’s top urban destinations. Although no Canadian city made the top 10, Toronto ranked an impressive 15th out of 100 cities globally. The 2024 … Continued
Toronto’s Queen West has a new plot twist: The Food Alley, a once-empty lot that’s now your go-to for global eats and vibey street food. It’s part pop-up, part permanent hangout and all about keeping your stomach entertained. With plans to eventually host more than a dozen vendors, Food Alley’s starting lineup is lean but … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Beginning in January 2025, students can be schooled in the art of Taylor Swift — specifically the singer’s impact on pop culture. “Icons of Popular Music” will be made available for the first time via the University of Guelph (U of G) in Winter 2025. The OpenEd, online, general course is co-designed by Dr. Alyssa … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
There’s no better way to celebrate the magic and nostalgia of the holiday season than by making a fun-filled excursion to a Christmas market, and The Elora Christmas Market is the perfect place to start! Elora, Ontario, considered “Ontario’s prettiest town,” is a charming riverside village nestled in Wellington County. It’s only about a 90-minute … Continued
Local womenswear brand T.Line, born of a mission to create the perfect women’s shirts, has opened its first brick-and-mortar retail experience on the second floor of a popular Rosedale shop. The partnership with Vert, a contemporary multi-brand shop selling first to market brands in Canada, only recently came to be, but T.Line founders Britt Barkwell … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto Maple Leafs right-winger star William Nylander is known for his puck-handling skills, but the 28-year-old recently ventured out of the rink to try something seemingly completely out of his comfort zone. The star is featured modeling a variety of looks, including a Toronto hoodie, a graphic Leafs goalie tee with a trucker’s cap, and … Continued
It’s no secret that Toronto has restaurants openings aplenty, but when a personal chef to none other than Drake opens a restaurant, it’s impossible to ignore. Occhiolino, the new Italian spot on the corner of Bathurst and College, brings together the best of traditional Italian cooking with an uber modern vibe — all courtesy of … Continued
Navigating legal matters can be daunting, but finding the right law firm can make all the difference. To shed light on what clients can expect, nine of Toronto’s top lawyers share insights into their approach to building successful attorney-client relationships. From tailored strategies and clear communication to collaborative teamwork and compassion, these firms explain how … Continued
