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Toronto’s Maestro Fresh Wes talks sand sculptures, TV and fish and chips
By Erin Neilly
Did you develop a new appreciation for sand sculpture or were you always a fan? I absolutely appreciate sand sculptures. I knew nothing about sand sculptures. Absolutely nothing. And I was enthralled by, you know, the art at the end of the day. What’s the strangest thing that happened? Probably the tide coming in. Like … Continued
You can get folklore-inspired dessert at this new Japanese tea house
You can transport to the streets of Japan without leaving the GTA, thanks to Daigyo Cafe, North York‘s newest dessert spot. Inspired by traditional Japanese culture, the space itself is designed to make visitors feel as though they’ve stepped into an authentic tea house, complete with paper lanterns that brighten up the nighttime vibe. And, … Continued
There’s a $25 million art trail coming to Toronto’s Villiers Island
Toronto’s Villiers Island just received a $25 million gift. Today, at an event on the city’s waterfront, it was announced that the donation, made by the Pierre Lassonde Family Foundation, is the largest arts-related gift ever received by the city, and will create a new, outdoor public art trail in Toronto’s transformed Port Lands. The … Continued
The Best New Weekend Getaways From Toronto: Prince Edward County
By Erin Neilly
In 2022, Prince Edward County has become a perennial hot spot, revered as much for its white sandy beaches and cool vintage shops, as it is for its vineyard experiences, craft breweries and of course, the flourishing food scene. Two hours east of Toronto, each year, flocks of vacationers descend upon PEC, eschewing far-flung destinations … Continued
Toronto’s Kensington Market just got a nature-inspired restaurant
Kensington Market is home to some of Toronto’s most unique, quirky spots, chock full of culture and one-of-a-kind outposts. Now, an upscale, creative vegan restaurant called Hawker is added to the mix. Inspired by naturalism and food in its purest form, Hawker is helmed by chefs Jeff Merkel and Leah Steduto. Merkel also co-owns the … Continued
6 Toronto-based brands your skin will love this summer
Finding the perfect cleanser and moisturizer can already be difficult enough. Never mind all of the additional products that you can add to your routine for clearer, glowing skin. As it turns out, Toronto is a breeding ground for some of the beauty industry’s premier brands. Ranging from small, indie brands to powerhouse companies which … Continued
Anthony Rose closes Big Crow and Rose and Sons
“I have gaslighted myself over the past 2+ years in my relationship with Rose and Sons and Big Crow,” Anthony Rose wrote in a recent newsletter. It was his very on-brand introduction to some sad news for Toronto’s food scene: the Toronto restaurateur is closing Big Crow and Rose and Sons. “Rose and Sons was … Continued
Pantries are Toronto’s latest trend and these sisters are embracing it
When Melissa Patterson opened the first Café Plenty in Toronto’s financial district in 2011, her vision was rapid growth. She quickly expanded to open two new locations, offering signature fresh baked goods, gourmet sandwiches and salads, coffees and tea. But, of course, with a worldwide pandemic, Patterson began to shuffle her business model, and is … Continued
Italian star Lorenzo Insigne officially arrives in Toronto to play with TFC
By Ron Johnson
Right in time to kick off the summer, Italian soccer star Lorenzo Insigne has officially arrived in Toronto. Rumours started swirling earlier this year after a report in the Guardian noted that Insigne agreed to a deal with Toronto FC and would join the hometown side this summer. He officially arrived to the city, surrounded … Continued
This new backyard bbq joint wants to whisk you away to Southwest America
If you’re a fan of Southwest America in the 1970s, Bar Coneja promises it can take you there. From the creators of Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!, the new eatery is an outdoor, patio-only backyard bbq spot complete with an outdoor woodfire grill. In fact, the full kitchen is located outside on the patio, adding to a … Continued
Meet the GTA athletes who just got drafted to the NBA
On June 23rd, four Canadian basketball players had their dreams come true as they were selected in the NBA draft. Bennedict Mathurin, Shaedon Sharpe, Andrew Nembhard and Caleb Houstan were among those selected, with the last three growing up in the GTA. Shaedon Sharpe is a 6’6 guard who calls London, Ontario home. He went … Continued