Stock-In Trade Butcher Shop & Kitchen is hosting a pop-up this weekend, in collaboration with Sherm’s Bagels. The pop-up will take place on Saturday, July 24 and Sunday, July 25 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m at Stock-In Trade’s new Danforth location, located at 307 Danforth Ave. A selection of sandwiches will be available, including … Continued
By Ron Johnson
This year’s Summer Olympics in Tokyo, which gets underway on July 23, will see a total of 371 Canadians compete, the highest number since 1984’s Los Angeles Olympics. There’s never been a better time for the world to come together in support and celebration. We could all use a little something (or someone) to inspire, … Continued
When looking for nature and wildlife, we often think we need to plan day trips and long hikes through provincial parks and conservation areas. But, while stuck at home over the past year and a half, a lot of people have been discovering all the incredible wildlife available to them right here in the city. … Continued
Scallywags Restaurant was a mainstay of the Yonge and St. Clair area for 23 years before it closed permanently last summer. Recognizing the opportunity to create a new neighbourhood tradition in its place, one of Canada’s leading restaurant and event groups Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality took over the expansive restaurant space and patio, opening Shenanigans … Continued
A new program to tackle food waste has just launched in Toronto. Too Good To Go is the world’s largest B2C marketplace for surplus food, and empowers the public and local businesses to fight food waste by offering ‘Surprise Bags’ of surplus food at the end of the day to stop it from going to … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Boasting a French tasting menu and modern decor nestled within a gorgeous Victorian building, Alo has been deemed one of the best restaurants in the country. If Michelin ended up in Ontario with its fancy star system, surely Alo would be deserving of such a designation. It takes weeks to secure a table, with coveted … Continued
Hong Shing Restaurant has just opened its first-ever patio and is eager to show off a brand new outdoor cocktail bar and revamped tapas menu. The Chinese restaurant, located in a prime location at Dundas St. West and University Avenue, has been open for 24 years. Five years ago, owner Colin Li took over the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
For the second year in a row, the luxury floral pop-up Fleurs de Villes ROSÉ will be returning to the Yorkville area. Hosted by the Bloor-Yorkville BIA, the event will feature 35 installations designed by Toronto’s most vibrant florists including Fresh Floral Creations, Nymph Floral, Olivia’s Garden and Cumberland Flower Shop. The installations will be … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Musician Kirty might be best known as a member of the very cool Toronto band Fast Romantics, but the Orillia native also has a thriving solo career. Her new album We Are All On Fire will be released on Aug. 20, 2021 via Postwar Records. Kirty, otherwise known as Kirsten Scholte, grew up on a hobby … Continued
By Ron Johnson
A new documentary, Fresh Water, shines a light on Brazilian surfer Antonio Lennert who would peace, love, and the surfing community of his dreams far from the ocean in Toronto. Growing up as a queer man in a small conservative town in southern Brazil, Antonio Lennert endured bullying and prejudice throughout his youth. He later … Continued
Mofer Coffee has opened its third location at 1025 Queen West. Mofer makes single-origin Ethiopian coffee which is air roasted in small batches right here in Toronto. They’re also looking to expand their menu in the near future, offering barley waffles, smoothies, and premium juices. The Palm is back for another summer, this year at … Continued
