By Ron Johnson
Lake Erie has dozens of charming little coastal towns dotted with gorgeous sandy beaches and rich maritime heritage, but few do it like Port Stanley. This popular waterfront gem is nestled on the north shore of Lake Erie, at the mouth of Kettle Creek. As it’s just under a 2.5-hour drive from Toronto and about … Continued
See all posts by Diamond and Diamond Lawyers The highly lucrative wedding industry is being reshaped by experiential planning, and Toronto celebrations are getting more lavish and immersive than ever. With an average wedding costing nearly $50,000, couples understandably expect flawless execution from their hired teams. Imagine a Toronto wedding where a guest trips on … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A popular Toronto comedy theatre could be getting a new home in Mirvish Village Toronto’s small theatre scene could be getting a major funding boost, but this time inside the newly redeveloped Mirvish Village. City Council is considering a motion this week that would release $440,000 to help Bad Dog Theatre Co. turn raw space … Continued
Earlier this week, the culinary world got the update it’s been waiting for: the 2026 Michelin Guide Toronto & Region selection will officially be revealed on Tuesday, September 22. The stars will align during an invite-only gala at the stunning Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, where the city’s top chefs will find out if their hard … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto’s beloved summer theatre tradition is back for another season as Canadian Stage celebrates the 43rd anniversary of Dream in High Park in 2026 with a new production of Twelfth Night. Running from July 12 to Sept. 6 at the leafy and gorgeous High Park Amphitheatre, the production has it all: music, romance, and mistaken … Continued
It’s no secret that there are lots of chances to scope out famous people in Toronto. That includes star-studded happenings like red carpet sightings at TIFF to spotting cool celebrities at Fan Expo. There’s a lot more where that came from though — and it’s all taking place at the end of May in Toronto … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Looking for the best new restaurants in Toronto this week? The city’s dining scene keeps growing, and this week there are eight new spots worth checking out. From a hidden Japanese noodle counter tucked inside a coffee shop on Dundas West to a theatrical dinner-and-show destination in Markham, the city is offering plenty of fresh … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Mirvish Village is already shaping up to be one of Toronto’s biggest new neighbourhood hubs, with restaurants, a massive food hall and restored heritage buildings all coming together at the former Honest Ed’s site. But one of the most interesting pieces of the project has only recently been announced. The laneway that runs through the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
For anyone near the waterfront this weekend, the sight of canoes moving through downtown will be hard to miss. But behind the fun is a simple idea that has carried one Toronto charity for 60 years: every child deserves the chance to belong. Amici Children’s Camp Charity is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, while … Continued
When Mercatto first opened in Toronto’s financial district in 1998, it wasn’t trying to become a restaurant empire. It was a small market-style lunch counter with 22 seats, built by two friends with no formal restaurant experience, a modest budget, and a belief that downtown workers wanted better Italian food than the city’s food court … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto is set to transform part of Church Street into a pedestrian-only destination this summer as part of the new Church Street Pedestrianization Pilot in the Church-Wellesley Village after a proposed project was approved at city council on May 21. From June 19 to August 21, 2026, two blocks of Church Street between Wellesley and … Continued
All we have to do here in Toronto is get through one more weekend of middling weather — then, it’s smooth sailing until September! While it may be a bit rainy and chilly this weekend, there are still plenty of ways to fill up your days with fun. From film festivals to Bruno Mars and … Continued
