By staff-author
Forget the Blizzards. Forget the mix-ins. Forget the upside-down cup trick. If you want the perfect bite of ice cream in Toronto, it doesn’t come from some corporate test kitchen. It comes from a tiny stand that’s been doing things the same way since 1958. Here’s how you do it Order three things from Tom’s … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Toronto Tempo is already a popular team in the WNBA, and it is only season one. So much so that ESPN is announcing a new documentary series on the rise of the team and Ryan Reynolds is involved. Setting the Tempo is a four-part ESPN Originals production that will go behind the scenes of … Continued
For decades, the Canada Malting silos cast long shadows over Eireann Quay. The towering concrete monoliths and their 1940s modernist administrative hub sat derelict at the edge of Billy Bishop Airport, slowly eroding into an industrial graveyard. Once a bustling administrative center, the two-and-a-half-story Art Deco brick building had been largely left to the harsh … Continued
One of Ontario’s sweetest adventures is almost here: strawberry picking. Lucky for those of us in Toronto, you don’t have to travel far to take part in this annual tradition. With just a short drive, you can find some great spots close to Toronto where you can enjoy the fun of picking fresh strawberries. And … Continued
Toronto just hosted the first match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 between Bosnia and Herzegovina, but you don’t need tickets to an actual game in the city to get excited about soccer. Across the city, you’ll be able to find dozens of FIFA World Cup fan experiences where you’ll find fans from every part … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is always a little chaotic, but this weekend will absolutely test your patience. Between World Cup celebrations, FIFA Fan Fest, Blue Jays games, NXNE, Taste of Little Italy, the Dragon Boat Race Festival, as well as tons of other events, getting around Toronto over the next few days will require a little strategy (and … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
One of Toronto’s most recognizable supper club names has closed its doors once again, following a short-lived revival at Yonge and St. Clair in 2023. Ultra Supper Club, the midtown dining and nightlife destination revived by restaurateur Charles Khabouth, permanently closed as of last Saturday, June 6. “To our neighbourhood and every guest who has … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto is getting a surprise pop-up dose of new music this evening as multi–JUNO Award–nominated alt-pop band Valley are set to perform an intimate set on Ossington in support of their new single “Vending Machine.” The show will take place on June 12 at 6:30 p.m. at 229 Ossington Ave. The band—Rob Laska (vocals, guitar), … Continued
This weekend in Toronto brings shockingly hot temperatures above 25 C, the official start of FIFA World Cup season in the city and plenty of fun traditions. From Taste of Little Italy to the World Naked Bike Ride and soccer celebrations, these are the best things to do in Toronto this weekend. Beaches Arts and … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The FIFA World Cup kicks off this Friday in Toronto, and with about 300,000 tourists expected to descend upon the city throughout the tournament, restaurants could be much more crowded than usual! To discourage no-shows, some restaurants and bars are adding a bit of fine print to their match-day reservations: diners can expect everything from minimum … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
We get it, everyone’s a World Cup aficionado these days (except, apparently, you). There’s no shame in wanting a summer that involves zero home-team jerseys or die-hard fans yelling at a screen during a watch party. Thankfully, Toronto is, well, Toronto, and even if it’s ground zero for soccer programming, there are still some ways … Continued
Calling the dads who love to hang out on the water, in the stands, on the green or by the racetrack! Jeanne Beker is ready to style you head to toe in these sports-inspired outfits, sourced from Toronto’s top menswear shops. Blokecore for Dad A. Team Canada jersey Help your dad rep Canada this World … Continued
