At Old Avenue Restaurant & Bakery, a trio of incredibly accomplished individuals are allowing Torontonians to experience a taste of home by way of traditional and upscale takes on Azerbaijani food. Located in North York, the restaurant is spearheaded from the business end by Esther Mordecai, a single mother and social activist, who is quick … Continued
Trying to keep a secret in a city like Toronto is almost impossible. Case in point: these “secret” restaurants won’t remain a secret for much longer. Check out these six delicious eateries that are waiting to be discovered. Figures One minute you’re standing in a comic book shop and the next, you’re walking through a … Continued
By Ron Johnson
A Toronto bookbinder is getting attention around the world with a new project that sees the Toronto artist create a new series of Harry Potter books that are rebound to remove the name of author J.K. Rowling. Laur Flom, who is transgender, came up with the idea after learning of Rowling’s views that have been … Continued
By Jarrod Daley
See all posts by Diamond and Diamond Lawyers There are a wide variety of injuries that can happen in the workplace, and these vary from industry to industry. While some jobs may be higher risk by nature, workplace injuries can happen in any job. As Diamond and Diamond Partner, Corey Sax says, “It’s your employer’s … Continued
Canada’s largest bridal show is coming to Toronto this weekend, and attendees are in for a surprise. With Shotgun Wedding, a new movie starring Jennifer Lopez, coming to Prime on Jan. 27, the streaming service has set up a rage room perfect for exhausted bride-to-be attendees to de-stress — and it will feature the wedding … Continued
Ontario dad Marc de Breyne wants to share his love of sports with his children, but what he calls “incessant” ads for gambling that often feature celebrities including Wayne Gretzky and Gerry Dee are making him reconsider letting them watch or listen to any games with him at all. “It’s one thing for there to … Continued
By lindsaylow
It might be cold and grey outside, by Toronto’s theatre scene is offering up some serious bursts of stage sunshine this month. Herewith, seven stage shows that are at the top of our cultural to-do list. 1. Go to Fall On Your Knees One of the most anticipated productions of this theatre season is surely … Continued
Marsida Lazimi and her husband, Melsi, know what it takes to run a successful Italian restaurant. For just over 20 years, their establishment, Ristorante Della Repubblica, was a known spot for crudités, seafood specialties, wood-fired pizzas and homemade desserts. “It wasn’t just a restaurant, it was a whole world,” recalls Lazimi. But with the cost … Continued
On December 20, 2022, a new Japanese restaurant opened its doors in Davisville. The first of its kind in Toronto, Kappo Sato serves up traditional Japanese eats masterfully made by a chef that has over a decade of experience in Kappo-style cooking. Kappo, which simply means “to cut and to cook,” is a cooking method … Continued
This winter, explore the beauty of Ontario with these five Indigenous-owned getaways. Not only will you be supporting some amazing Indigenous businesses, but you’ll have the opportunity to learn from the First Nations communities hosting these incredible getaways. Stay in a luxury log cabin on the historic Grand River [instagram_embed url=”https://www.instagram.com/p/Clct5nXOic_/”] Situated in southern Ontario’s … Continued
Considered to be the best restaurant in the world, Copenhagen’s Noma — known for creating New Nordic cuisine — announced it will close its doors next year. Open since 2003, the Scandinavian restaurant topped the list of “World’s Best Restaurants” a whopping five times, most recently in 2021, when it was heralded as the “most … 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 new podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts. This January, … Continued
