Summer in the city just got a lot tastier with Summerlicious. From Aug. 12 to 28 you can enjoy three-course prix fixe menus at more than 200 restaurants in Toronto at six price points for lunch or dinner. We know, we know – with so many options to choose in a rich culinary city like … Continued
By Ron Johnson
No dinner date? No problem. If lately, you’ve found yourself swiping left far too many times, there’s a Toronto pub that you and your best friend can check out. Your four-legged friend that is. Recently, Stout Irish Pub decided to take its menu in a whole new direction. Alongside the hearty pub grub, they’re known … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Well-known chef Ben Heaton has been announced as the new executive chef and partner at King West restaurant Lapinou. Heaton is set to introduce a new four-course chef’s tasting menu in the fall alongside an evolving cast of a la carte fare. Heaton is working alongside head chef Jamie Ulrich on the menu, which will … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Canada’s Wonderland has announced two new rides for 2023, alongside new features for their Gold Pass membership. Tundra Twister is the world’s first 350-degree spinning swing ride that will have guests pressed against the back support as they travel up to 75 km/h. At the same time, riders will reach heights of 47 metres, all … Continued
There’s a new retreat in town, and it comes with door-to-door transportation, extreme safety precautions and acres of Ontario countryside – but don’t book those vacation days just yet. This retreat is for dogs only. Wild Dogs is a cabin and forest retreat co-founded by partners Joe Rutherford and Tyler Macdougall. Located in Uxbridge, the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
While indoor rowing, HIIT training, and mind-body practices seem to be all the rage when it comes to fitness trends for 2022, it can potentially get monotonous, especially if you tend to work out in a gym. But if you enjoy working up a sweat and the thought of an alpaca or two, or even … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Just a week ago, Yorkville saw the opening of another Hazukido location. The bakery hones in on the Shokunin spirit of Japan (a Japanese word meaning someone who is devoted to their craft) to produce croissants for both savoury and sweet lovers. Asian bakeries in the city are adding a unique touch to traditional croissants … Continued
Long lineups, staff shortages, lost luggage, cancellations. Over the last few months, Toronto Pearson International Airport has been plagued by a sea of challenges; so bad, in fact that the city recently earned the dubious honour as having the worst airport in the world for flight delays. The 2022 summer season was supposed to be … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Just after 1 a.m. on Tuesday, two individuals in hoodies broke into Capra’s Kitchen, located at 1834 Lakeshore Rd. W., taking the restaurant’s safe in its entirety. Capra’s kitchen, along with many local supporters, reposted the surveillance cameras from inside the office, as well as the parking lot. The alleged robbers were seen wearing hoodies, … Continued
By Ron Johnson
On Wednesday morning, Toronto Maple Leafs great Börje Salming announced that he had been diagnosed with ALS. Salming was a Leaf from 1973 to 1989, playing out nearly his entire career in a blue and white sweater. “I have received news that has shaken my family and me,” wrote Salming, in a prepared statement. [instagram_embed … Continued
By Ron Johnson
If you’re looking for an adventure that’s a bit off-the-beaten-path, there are some pretty impressive caves you can explore that are within a few hours of Toronto. Whether you’re a serious caver or an amateur spelunker looking to venture underground for the first time — and you’re not claustrophobic, afraid of the dark, or have … Continued
It’s the perfect time to fire up the grill and enjoy the warmer weather with family and friends. A family-run business for over 75 years that is renowned as the destination for delivering dream kitchens – both indoor and outdoors – Caplan’s has sponsored a new cooking series that focuses on cooking simple and delicious … Continued
