Sports betting is legal in Ontario, but only within a regulated system that is narrower and more closely monitored than many Toronto residents assume. Sports betting has become a visible part of Toronto’s sports calendar. It appears during Maple Leafs broadcasts, sits alongside Raptors coverage on weeknights and spikes every autumn when the NFL season … Continued
Roncesvalles, or “Roncy” as the locals call it, has long held its own as a small but mighty neighbourhood in downtown Toronto. Deep in the west end, the strip prides itself on contrast, featuring both old-world charm and quietly cool modernities. Bordering on suburbia, the heart of the strip finds itself surrounded by homes. Best … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto, get ready to channel your inner Daniel LaRusso—this fall, the city will play host to the Canadian premiere of The Karate Kid – The Musical at the Princess of Wales Theatre. Based on the 1984 classic movie that introduced us to the young and karate-inclined LaRusso along with Mr. Miyagi, and the eternal wisdom … Continued
If your North York food adventures stop at the Yonge Street strip, you’re playing it safe — and missing one of the city’s best-kept secrets. Tucked away at 184 Willowdale Avenue, The Dumpling Shop has quietly served authentic Shanghainese comfort food for more than 15 years. Though the shop changed hands in late 2024, longtime … Continued
What began as a 2020 lockdown experiment in a family garage is now one of the GTA’s most anticipated openings. BTRMLK, the London-based fried chicken brand that gained a cult following through secret pop-ups and a whirlwind of social media hype, has officially announced a permanent location in Oakville. This expansion is a major milestone … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The Toronto Maple Leafs might be out of the playoff picture again, but local city councillors are still cooking up a reason for hockey fans to cheer — this time outdoors. A motion from Paul Ainslie is pushing for the city to host an NHL outdoor game such as the Stadium Series, potentially turning the … Continued
Toronto is home to some of Canada’s most accomplished and respected physicians, defined by a rare blend of innovation and empathy. This year, get to know ten of the city’s Top Doctors spanning family medicine, gastroenterology, plastic surgery, sports medicine, and beyond as they share their thoughts about what drives their patient care and how … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto might have felt almost springlike over the weekend, with the city hitting 17.6 degrees Celsius on Saturday, topping the previous record for that date of 17.2 C set in 1860, but the city is heading back into much colder territory in the days ahead. According to Environment Canada, Toronto’s forecast will drop from 13 … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Torontonians are buzzing over a possible celeb sighting at The Butcher Chef. An Insta reel posted last Thursday has people speculating that Drake was dining at the upscale steakhouse on Harbour St! “POV: Fine dining, great company and Drake sitting across the table,” a diner at the restaurant wrote. The clip shows a group of … Continued
The biggest night in Hollywood is back this weekend, and Canada has plenty to root for! Get ready for the 2026 Academy Awards by joining other cinephiles at an Oscars watch party in Toronto. To no one’s surprise, K-Pop Demon Hunters is getting even more awards love, with Toronto’s Maggie Kang receiving a nomination for … Continued
Brothers Julian and Tomas Morana started Bottega Volo in 2021, when many restaurants in the city were pivoting to bottle shops to navigate the pandemic. They quickly got in on the trend and became one of the first bottle shops with a strong online presence, allowing them to ship to and import from all corners … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Toronto will play host to a special celebration of music this spring as Elton John, the legendary singer-songwriter and bona fide crocodile rocker, is named the 15th Glenn Gould Prize Laureate. The gala takes place May 9 at 8 p.m. at The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto. Elton John, married to Toronto native … Continued
