After more than 20 years, the Annex’s Pour House has shut its doors for good. But in its place, Fab Restaurant Concepts — which owns 10 restaurants across the city, including Pie Bar, Murphy’s Law and Simona — has opened an all-new concept dubbed Stella’s Kitchen. “The city’s changing, and we felt it was time … Continued
Sweet treat lovers in Toronto’s east end are in luck as a former pastry chef of the Michelin-recognized White Lily Diner has moved into Gerrard Street — and she brought her cakes, tarts, breads and cookies with her in the form of Alice Marie Bakery & Coffee. Located at the corner of Logan Avenue, Alice … Continued
Globally-renowned celebrity-backed restaurant Nobu has arrived in Toronto with a distinctive Toronto look: uniforms designed by Toronto-based slow fashion streetwear brand Dorian Who. Iranian Canadian designer Dorian Rahimzadeh is the design mind behind the brand, which pulls inspiration from Iranian and East Asian art, along with her own lived experience growing up in Iran and grappling … Continued
As Toronto continues to rise as a globally recognized food destination, reservations are a necessity, if not the only way, to get seating at some of the most in-demand hot spots around town. But just as they’re becoming more and more necessary, restaurants continue to add new policies to their reservations, making it even harder … Continued
Last night in a glittering awards ceremony, The Michelin Guide unveiled its 2024 awards, and while most of Toronto’s previously recognized restaurants held onto their stars, two establishments — Alobar Yorkville and Yukashi — were not so fortunate this year, while the once-acclaimed Nordic eatery, Frilu, officially closed its doors in July. Despite the changes, … Continued
Full-time vintage lover, Alex Dacosta, just opened up her dream vintage shop in the west end, and it has quickly become a must-visit of the Toronto vintage scene. Located just north of Runnymede station, Smoking Vintage is a highly curated boutique offering a mix of mid-range and designer pieces from the ’90s to the 2000s. … Continued
Nobu Toronto, the latest instalment in the restaurant empire co-founded by chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Robert De Niro, makes its presence known in the city’s dining scene with both its physical grandeur and its Japanese cuisine subtlety. Located on the third floor of a sleek new building on Mercer Street, the entrance is discreet, with … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
There’s only a few more days left of summer, but before you head out to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage or soak up the scenery in an autumn-inspired day trip, make sure to check out these must-see/do events in Toronto while the weather is still relatively warm. Spirits of the Distillery Tour Okay, so Halloween … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Parts of Southern Ontario might have a chance to see the Northern Lights on Monday! The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Space Weather Prediction Centre (SWPC) has forecasted that geomagnetic storms could possibly be seen across parts of Canada on Monday as well. “Periods of G3 (Strong) geomagnetic storms are likely on 16 Sep … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Shania Twain, the top-selling female country artist of all time, is set to perform two shows in Toronto next year. On July 15 and 16, the woman behind such hits as “Man! I feel Like A Woman!” and “That Don’t Impress Me Much” will check into the Great Canadian Casino Resort as part of her ongoing … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
On Thursday, the Michelin Guide revealed the most outstanding hotels in Canada according to their new Michelin Key distinction (and quite a few Toronto hotels made the list). The Michelin Key was announced earlier this spring — while the Michelin Star distinction recognizes restaurants worldwide for outstanding cooking, the Michelin Key recognizes hotels for outstanding stays. Just … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Halloween is slowly creeping up, and to help Torontonians celebrate, a vintage bar in the West Queen West neighbourhood will be transformed into the spooky Black Lagoon Halloween-themed pop-up next month. The Black Lagoon — a renowned pop-up cocktail experience that offers spine-chilling, immersive fun— is expanding to 35 markets this year throughout North America, … Continued
