By Jarrod Daley
See all posts by Diamond and Diamond Lawyers With the school year coming to an end, your kids are looking forward to a great summer with no homework and plenty of free time! However, if you’re working from home, whether by choice or due to Covid-19 changes, it can be challenging to be productive and … Continued
Running right now until July 18, an interactive augmented reality scavenger hunt is taking place at Christie Pits Park. The 30-minute interactive “Splinter-Dimensional” hunt will bring attendees on a journey through the park to look for clues using QR codes with the ultimate goal of saving the story’s hero. Splinter-Dimensional is commissioned by the Luminato … Continued
If you’re looking to sell your home in Toronto and the GTA in the next year, you might want to consider doing renovations in at least a few key areas. It’s important to choose what you renovate wisely. While facelift upgrades like flooring or painting will spruce up your home, these surface changes will not … Continued
The Park Hyatt, one of Yorkville’s swankiest and best-known luxury hotels and cocktail bars, is set to reopen in September following a multi-year restoration project. The former 18th-floor cocktail lounge of the Park Hyatt Toronto is well-known to literary fans. The iconic rooftop bar was featured in Margaret Atwood’s Cat’s Eye (1988) and has long … Continued
Much-loved King West hangout Petty Cash has debuted its long-awaited revamped summer patio Parkette. Parkette initially launched last November as a heated winter patio but outdoor dining shutdowns abruptly forced it to close only a few weeks into its run. Fortunately for fans of the patio (or those who missed their chance to check it … Continued
By Ron Johnson
New Leaside patty and pot pie purveyor Phamilyeats has been a labour of love for owner Peter Pham. After years of working as a cook for restaurants like Gusto 101 and Buca on King St. W., Peter Pham pivoted to take a break from the industry. He started working in construction and demolition, continuing to … Continued
After the last year and a half, we all deserve a little fun. That’s why Reset Organization is launching a summer series of 50 pop-up playgrounds for adults across the city. The Pop-Up Playground is an outdoor audio experience designed to contribute to social recovery by encouraging individuals to develop a deep connection with others. … Continued
Soccer fans from across Toronto and the GTA came together on Sunday to celebrate Italy’s second Euro cup win after defeating England, filling streets, patios, and city centres. Many in Toronto watched as Europe’s top teams faced off at Wembley Stadium in London for the nail-biting final match of the 2020 tournament— delayed due to … Continued
Little India can be found in Toronto’s east end, starting on Gerrard Street East, between Coxwell Avenue and Greenwood Avenue. The neighbourhood is easily accessible by taking the Bloor-Danforth subway line and exiting at Coxwell Station, and then walking roughly 15 minutes south along Coxwell Avenue. Little India is affectionately known as the Gerrard India … Continued
By Ron Johnson
If you’ve been loving Birria Balam, Canadian star chef Matty Matheson’s latest pop-up on Spadina Avenue featuring the classic meat stew of Mexico’s Jalisco region, then you’ll be thrilled to know he’s about to make it permanent. Matheson, alongside former Quetzal chefs and couple Julio Guajardo and Kate Chomyshyn — who, together, spearheaded Birria Balam … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Black Pony Café and Bar is now serving up a little bit of everything at 1481 Gerrard East: croissants, cocktails, schnitzel, smash burgers, and sundaes. A relaxed vibe and broad, casual menu make this spot the perfect crowd-pleaser. Mother Cocktail Bar and Patron tequila are running a bespoke cocktail pop-up, Dahlia, inspired by the … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Odd Burger, formerly Globally Local Fast Food, is set to launch its first burger joint in Vaughan this Saturday at 9960 Dufferin St. Despite the name, Odd Burger serves more than just patties and buns. The entire menu revolves around plant-based protein and dairy alternatives, but Odd Burger seeks to replicate the fast-food experience through … Continued
