While the provincial mandate requiring restaurants to check vaccine passports is officially gone, some restaurants are choosing to keep enforcing it. Rosedale Diner announced via Instagram that, after talking to guests, vaccine passports will still be required to dine in the restaurant. “After speaking with our regulars and employees, and considering the close quarters of … Continued
By lindsaylow
A production company based in St. John’s, Newfoundland, has purchased the Regent Theatre in Toronto’s Davisville community and hopes to return it back to its former glory. Terra Bruce Productions purchased the Regent for $7.4 million and plans to use the space for live theatre — the venue’s original use when it first opened in … Continued
By lindsaylow
That the most popular export from Montreal to Toronto was started by two sisters and specializes in unique salads speaks volumes to how one-of-a-kind these salads are. With funky, flavourful dressings and concoctions unavailable elsewhere — sister Rebecca Wolfe’s favourite is the Wolfe, with Parmesan, toasted walnuts and avocado — Mandy’s, owned and operated by … Continued
“Nikkei flavours are rich and colourful,” explains Jordan Sclare, the executive chef of Chotto Matte. “Inspired from both Peruvian and Japanese cuisines, it has a deep appreciation for fresh produce and combines cooking techniques that result in intense flavours, such as robata grill – bringing a smoky taste to the dish.” It’s that colour and … Continued
As fun as renovating and designing real estate can be, it’s a lot more convenient when a place is move-in ready. Take the unit at 1830-460 Adelaide St. E. for instance. The entire floorplan was newly designed and decorated by Flik by Design, giving its future owner the luxury of not having to furniture shop … Continued
When the weather gets cold in Canada, many of us gear up for our favourite winter sports for the season. For Crystal Di Rosa, that process involves donning a warm jacket, a hat and gloves – and grabbing her horse. Di Rosa’s sport is snow polo – a variation of the more popular sport of … Continued
A few months ago, Uber began to take a smaller cut from Toronto restaurants’ delivery fees, presumably to help them stay afloat during lengthy pandemic-related closures. The changes in fees came as a result of a government of Ontario mandate, which limited the amount that third parties could retain from transactions. Restaurant service fees, before … Continued
Doug Ford’s government is showing support for Ukraine in the country’s war with Russia. To combat the Russian aggression, the provincial government is removing Russian-made products from the LCBO shelves. It may not seem like much, but the LCBO is one of the biggest alcohol buyers in the word, purchasing more than six brands of … Continued
It may still be cold and dreary outside, but we’re inching ever closer to spring which means sunnier days are ahead. Celebrate the last of winter with one of several worthwhile events happening across the city, covering everything from art to comedy. Here are seven of the best things to do in Toronto this weekend. … Continued
No, Ghost Chicken isn’t haunted. The name doesn’t come from a Toronto lore about spirits haunting a building, but rather about the out-of-this-world spice that comes from the ghost pepper. As a relatively new business led by John Carlo Zabala and Michael Swirla, Ghost Chicken brings a unique, conscious approach to fried sandwiches.”Ghost Chicken has … Continued
By Ron Johnson
You can explore free public art across the city at ArtworxTO: Toronto’s Year of Public Art: 2021-2022. Over the next month, free exhibitions are opening year-long at hubs located at Union Station, Scarborough Town Centre, Downsview Park, and Cloverdale Common, and will feature contemporary art from local and international artists. As part of the City … Continued
