By Ron Johnson
Summer isn’t complete without the annual culinary event, Summerlicious, which kicked off on Aug. 12 and runs until the Aug. 28. Patrons across the city have the chance to experience a three-course meal at some of the best spots across the city, selecting from prix fixe menus at six extremely reasonable price points ($20 – … Continued
Justin Stein, a jockey in this year’s Queen’s Plate race, has been around the (Woodbine) block more than a few times. Since the start of his career in 2004, he’s had over 1,280 career wins, including a 2012 win at the Queen’s Plate aboard Strait of Dover. A seasoned professional, he even retired in 2016. … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Top Chef Canada is back for a milestone tenth season and this time the cutthroat competition will see eleven “cheftestants” — including three talented cooks from Toronto — as they compete in high-pressure, quickfire challenges, for the grand prize of $100,000. In addition to showcasing the country’s top chefs and the diverse cuisine Canada is … Continued
By Ron Johnson
From August 20-28, Yorkville Murals will be showcasing muralism all across the city with two main zones and six separate initiatives. The landmark event is anchored by exceptional public art murals alongside food, drinks, dynamic art and retail experiences. The main event is the two separate zones which feature murals from Matt Gondek, Ben Johnston, … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Sonic Boom is giving music lovers the chance to experience records in a revolutionary way. Meet Phono-Mat, the world’s first randomized record vending machine which is sure to introduce people to their next list of top hits. Sonic Boom is the country’s largest independent music store, acting as a landmark and staple of the music … Continued
When COVID first hit, summer camps went from an integral part of many childhoods to a non-essential service. It was a sudden shift that left children and parents wanting for the sense of community and inclusivity camp experiences provide. Today, summer camps in Ontario are at the mercy of the shifting landscape of the pandemic. … Continued
By Ron Johnson
This weekend, Toronto-based digital pop artist Nashid Chroma is turning urban spaces into his canvas all around the city. Over the course of the three days, Chroma will paint over posters of his fiance, adding text, embellishments and his signature florals. The concept aims to transform their ad-like multiplicity into one-of-a-kind works of art. Chroma’s … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Air Canada enRoute has released its longlist of Best New Restaurants 2022, and the 30 nominees span a diverse range of cuisines from modern Iranian to roadside tavern. Five Toronto restaurants are in the running to take home one of the top ten spots which will be announced in November. To compile the list of … Continued
Coming off the heels of World of Barbie, the immersive, interactive experience where you can explore the life of Barbie at Square One, a Toronto-based cruelty-free and vegan brand is taking things one step further. The new Barbie X Hilary MacMillan collab is making your dream closet a reality inspired by everyone’s favourite [plastic] fashion … Continued
Toronto has been showing off its acting chops on Netflix this week ever since Wedding Season arrived on the streaming service. The movie, which is currently one of Canada’s top 10 most popular movies on Netflix, was filmed in the city and a few other places in Ontario – but it was Toronto’s Avenue Diner … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Chef Miheer Shete is bringing a taste of Mumbai to Toronto at his newest endeavour, Curryish Tavern. What began as Chef Shete’s pivot amid the pandemic has slowly turned into a beloved Indian food concept serving forward-thinking Indian fare. The concept for Curryish was originally rolled out by meal kits that Chef Shete created in … Continued
By Ron Johnson
It took Toronto about five minutes to fall in love with budding Toronto Raptors star and current NBA Rookie of the Year Scottie Barnes. Now, the young phenom is making his commitment to the local community felt by establishing a new scholarship in collaboration with Skilled Trades College of Canada. Four scholarships will be awarded … Continued
