Quebec-based fashion retailer Simons is preparing to move further into Toronto’s core in 2025 with two new locations. Opening in the Eaton Centre and Yorkdale Mall, the department store will be taking over part of the empty spaces formerly occupied by Nordstrom. The downtown Toronto location will be a 110,000-square-foot Yonge Street street-level space across … 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. This Father’s Day, … Continued
Ristorante Sociale, the Italian spot from the team behind Michelin-recognized Enoteca Sociale, has quietly closed after less than a year in business. The restaurant, located on King Street and Portland, opened last June to much fanfare. Now, the website and social accounts are gone, and Google lists it as “permanently closed.” The most recent OpenTable … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Instead of driving to your local restaurant for dinner this summer, try flying in. Henry’s Sans Souci, located on Frying Pan Island in Sans Souci on Georgian Bay, offers a picturesque setting with views of the Georgian Bay—and traveling to the restaurant will be half the fun of your overall dining experience. Henry’s can only … Continued
There’s a new women’s apparel store on Queen Street that feels high-end but promises not to break the bank. The brand’s head designer, Michael Jafine, has a finger on the pulse of Toronto street fashion — literally, because his design studio is in the back of the store and he always has his eyes on … Continued
By Ron Johnson
After over three decades as a cornerstone of Toronto’s live music scene, The Phoenix Concert Theatre will be closing its doors at 410 Sherbourne St. on Jan. 15, 2025. The historic venue, known for hosting legendary performances and nurturing local talent, will be transformed into residential housing, with construction set to begin next year. Since … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The highly anticipated SummerSeries is set to return to Trillium Park at Ontario Place this summer, offering a season filled with free, family-friendly activities from July 13 to Sept. 1. This year’s event lineup promises an exciting blend of live music, arts, culture, and dance, all curated by local organizations. The series kicks off on … Continued
Exciting news for Toronto foodies! Actor, chef, and restaurateur Matty Matheson is bringing a new restaurant concept to the city. This announcement comes hot on the heels of the closure of one of Matheson’s other restaurants, Fonda Balam, after a successful three-year run. While details about the new restaurant are scarce, Matheson is known for … Continued
The Bank of Canada announced the first benchmark interest rate cut in four years on Wednesday, dropping the rate by 25 basis points to 4.75 per cent. The move was widely expected by experts, with economists pointing to a few key indicators — including the inflation rate moving to 2.7 per cent in April and … Continued
We Torontonians take pride in our dining scene, and it’s no wonder why. Long before the Michelin Guide came knocking, culinary titans like Nuit Regular, Grant Van Gameren, and Jonathan Poon were already making waves. Now, with Opinionated About Dining (OAD) dropping their latest rankings, it’s official: Toronto’s dining prowess is undeniable. Twenty of our … Continued
Amid Queen Street West’s vibrant food and shopping scene, Ngogo is a new family-owned eatery is offering fantastic fare at shockingly affordable prices. Ngogo Restaurant serves up a multi-course tasting menu brimming with delicious French-inspired dishes for just $38 a person. The price tag doesn’t mean quality is sacrificed, though, as the fine dining experience offers options like steak and seafood. Chef and … Continued
Everyone has their own opinions about the best spots in town to grab a bite or sip a cocktail, but nobody’s opinion is more informed than those who live, eat, and breathe Toronto’s food scene. We caught up with Michelin-starred chef Takeshi Sato of Kappo Sato to hear his top recommendations for dining, drinking and food … Continued
