By Ron Johnson
The City of Toronto has officially opened ticket reservations for the FIFA Fan Festival Toronto, another step on the road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 next month. The announcement is the start of what the City of Toronto is calling a “city-wide celebration,” but it also revives ongoing debates about cost, access, and the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
It’s been a major week for the Toronto Maple Leafs, with the team catching another break that could reshape the franchise. The Leafs finished 28th in the NHL standings, but will have the No. 1 pick in the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft after winning the NHL Draft Lottery on Tuesday, even though the team … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto has a packed festival season ahead (just in time for the warm-ish spring weather), and the celebrations include a major North York takeover this weekend! The Welcome Market is bringing its Asian Heritage Month celebration to Mel Lastman Square for two full days of food, shopping, live performances and community programming, with more than … Continued
Back in the day, if you wanted to spot what was next in food, you looked to New York. Toronto always seemed to be just a step or two behind but recently that dynamic seems to have flipped. From clean lunches in NoMad to somehow didn’t already have, a few of the city’s best ideas … Continued
Mother’s Day brunch in Toronto may be a classic, but it doesn’t have to be boring. This year, restaurants across the city are offering creative, memorable experiences — from Italian-style feasts to French jazz brunches and exclusive daytime openings at top spots. With options ranging from affordable prix fixe menus to upscale buffets, there’s something … Continued
It’s no secret that Toronto is obsessed with movement. Whether it’s pilates at Sweat and Tonic, a cold plunge at Othership or training for Hyrox, wellness has become part of this city’s daily rhythm. It’s also become gen Z’s answer to the need for connection and community in the city — joining gyms or running … Continued
One spring evening last year, Tia Glista hosted a dinner party for a few friends; she has the very good habit of connecting people from disparate parts of her life together. Not long before the dinner party, Glista, Winnie Wang, Adrianna Michell and Emma Cohen had discussed their struggles writing freelance and had tossed around … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s fashion scene is stepping into the spotlight this month as Fashion Art Toronto (FAT) returns with its Spring/Summer 2026 programming! The city-wide takeover runs from May 23 to 31, and signals a new chapter for Canada’s longest-running independent fashion week, with more than 50 designers, immersive installations, and a mix of runway and offsite … Continued
Move over Gucci and Louis Vuitton: these local handbag designers are making gifting easier than ever for Mother’s Day. Jeanne Beker searched the city for the best bags with purse-onality that Mom will love. A. Fringe bag “This is a great casual, slouchy bag, and it’s fun to see suede in the summer. The fringe … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A popular Woodbridge-area breakfast spot has introduced a new billing rule for larger tables, and, although the restaurant is known as having one of the best breakfasts in the neighbourhood, some customers aren’t taking the policy lightly. The Vaughan City Grill recently announced that groups of five or more will now be placed on a … Continued
TikTok trends are clearly here to stay, and they’ve fundamentally changed our relationship with food. From viral ‘healthy’ hacks to decadent desserts, the platform has become a primary influence on our plates. Its latest obsession? The creamy, high-fat world of French butter. While French butter remains elusive in Canada, specialty boutiques like Douce France are … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
With warmer weather finally on the way, Toronto is heading into one of its busiest and most fun festival seasons of the year, with the most amazing lineup of cultural events that make it very easy to forget winter ever happened! Here are 10 spring festivals worth checking out in Toronto over the next few … Continued
