By Ron Johnson
A Christmas Story is a beloved holiday tradition for many Canadiana. It’s a great story with compelling characters but it’s also because it was filmed in Toronto and stars a slew of local actors including Zack Ward who plays bully Scut Farkus in the original as well as a just-released second instalment. Ward, who left … Continued
It won’t be long before our friends over in Europe can sink their teeth into Toronto’s vegan version of McDonald’s Big Mac. Canadian fast-food-chain Odd Burger Corp. announced yesterday that over the next eight years, it will open a whopping 50 new locations in the U.S. and Europe. According to the report, the plant-based company … Continued
It’s no secret that the puffer jacket is the staple winterized item in Toronto. Since its emergence and subsequent dominance within streetwear trends, the puffer jacket has remained a necessary accessory for the season. But is it time for the trend to die to make room for other winter jacket styles, or has the puffer … Continued
It’s a month before Christmas, and a high-powered executive gets stuck in a picturesque small town for the company’s latest project and hits it off with the approachably rugged local bar owner. Or two bakers in an unnamed but decked out town are battling for the honour of baking the city’s annual holiday party cake … Continued
The winter season across Toronto warrants some frosty new trends. In recent years, we’ve seen the emergence of balaclavas, and other seasons have made us obsessed with long-standing trends like puffer coats and leather pants. This season, “ugly shoes” have dominated. The trend is generally defined by traditionally unflattering shapes and styles. A natural spinoff … Continued
After weeks of nail-biting, exhilarating soccer, the 2022 World Cup semifinals are here! Whether you’re cheering for Morocco or Argentina, Croatia or defending champions France, there are an abundance of places in the city to watch the teams face-off. Here are the seven best bars and pubs to watch the World Cup semi-finals in Toronto. … Continued
By Jarrod Daley
By Ron Johnson
The skies will erupt with a synchronized 15-minute fireworks display on New Year’s Eve that will be visible across downtown Toronto’s waterfront. The city announced the event this morning. The evening will feature two synchronized 15-minute, high-altitude fireworks displays launched across Toronto’s downtown waterfront, viewable from anywhere with views of Toronto’s inner harbour. “I am … Continued
A new spot for contemporary French food just opened in Toronto’s Harbord Village. Offering an inventive approach to classic French cuisine, the bistro named Parquet, located at 97 Harbord St., opened its doors on December 2. A collaboration between two-long time friends and lawyers, Daniel Bernstein and Matt Cohen, the restaurant celebrates the duo’s passion … Continued
Openings and Happenings There’s no stopping Matty Matheson. The celebrity chef and actor extraordinaire recently opened Rizzo’s House of Parm in his hometown of Fort Erie, Ont., featuring a menu of old-school Italian plates in a charming family-friendly space. True to its name, the restaurant is serving up a trio of parm dishes, including chicken, … Continued
At the north end of Forest Hill, anchored by the gorgeously stunning art deco Eglinton Grand theatre, is the Eglinton Way — a wonderful destination to support local businesses this holiday season. This nine block stretch of Eglinton Avenue West is a bustling community that is home to local shops, restaurants, cafes, gyms and businesses. … Continued
Oh the butter! Alo’s insanely rich sweet butter. The stuff of which Michelin stars are made. It comes in a little plastic container. Were I a better person I would have transferred the butter to a small but expensive china dish. But this being takeout at home,we rip into the butter, spreading it way too … Continued
