By lindsaylow
Azhar, the latest addition to Janet Zuccarini’s ever-expanding restaurant empire, is turning heads on the Ossington strip. The brainchild of partner and executive chef Stuart Cameron, Azhar marries Middle Eastern influences with local ingredients, all prepared in a state-of-the-art wood-fired oven, with sustainability and authenticity at the helm of each dish. The west end’s new … Continued
By lindsaylow
Much to the delight of Toronto’s taco fans, Mas Playas, the Mexican restaurant mini empire that includes Playa Cabana in the Annex, Cantina in the Junction and Hacienda on Dupont, continued its expansion during the pandemic with the opening of Bar Esquina late last year. Located in the Yonge and Eglinton area, Bar Esquina delivers … Continued
They’re coming home! Ask most Toronto sports fans and they will be familiar with the Blue Jays’ promotional song that has been used to kick off the baseball season over the past decade. “Coming Home” by Diddy – Dirty Money and Skylar Grey induces chills of anticipation for the upcoming season for all baseball followers. … Continued
Toronto Beach Club is an alluring restaurant from Scale Hospitality, the group behind venues such as Shook, Lapinou and Byblos. Set on Woodbine Beach with sweeping views of Lake Ontario, the restaurant aims to evoke the vibe of a European coastal getaway with its airy decor and Mediterranean-influenced menu. “The inspiration was to take people … Continued
The city’s best gourmet shops and restaurants want to feed Muskoka and the County one box at a time. If you’ve never been a fan of doing one big grocery shop on your way up to the cottage, this one’s for you! Agora Mamaka’s authentic Greek market offers four different BBQ packages available for pickup, … Continued
Buno Coffee has opened its doors at 136 Lauder Avenue. You can feel good about choosing from their Toronto-sourced menu, with coffee from local roasters (Java, Hatch and Omnia), and goodies from French bakery La Bastille as well as Desmond and Beatrice. The CN Tower’s 360 revolving restaurant has officially re-opened, a sign sure of … Continued
It’s barely been a month since the city has been able to start reopening, but Toronto is already flourishing with events and activities of all kinds! The arts scene is no exception; from whale skeletons and Medieval trails to illusions and Warhol, we can say with confidence that Toronto has got its groove back! Check … Continued
Not to be confused with the Frappuccino, the frappé is a blended iced coffee drink typically made with coffee, milk, sugar, and ice. Originating in Greece in the 1950s, the frappé has since evolved into several different recipe variations, often including whipped cream and other toppings. With Toronto’s rich Greek food scene and premium coffee … Continued
In an attempt to boost business for Toronto restaurants that have taken a series of serious economic hits stemming from COVID-19 protocols, the City of Toronto today (July 29) announced a new and free restaurant program called DineTOgether. DineTOgether’s aim is to support the recovery of Toronto restaurants and will take place from Friday, Sept. … Continued
Hospitality heavyweight Oliver & Bonacini continues its domination of Financial District dining with the opening of upscale British gastropub The Rabbit Hole. The restaurant is a longtime dream for O&B district executive chef John Horne who spent several years working in London, England, early in his career. “It was always something I wanted to bring … Continued
A Toronto community agency has launched a collective that sews masks to provide work experience for immigrant and low-income women. The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) launched a sewing collective to support women facing barriers to employment who live in Thorncliffe and Flemingdon Park. TNO had been looking at starting a sewing collective for a few years. … Continued
The team at Vivo Pizza + Pasta offers Toronto diners a fine Italian experience using the freshest ingredients and simple pricing. The franchise, which was started by a local entrepreneur in 2016, has grown to eight restaurants around Toronto & the GTA with many more planned, including four locations in Florida in the next couple … Continued
