By Nisean Lorde
Toronto is about to lose one of its most iconic diners. Patrician Grill, the King St E greasy spoon that’s been serving the neighbourhood since 1953, will close this spring after a 73-year run. The owners announced the closure in a video posted to the restaurant’s Instagram page on Monday, noting that the decision was … Continued
If you’re wondering whether you can still pull off a cool, candlelit Valentine’s Day dinner without the eye-watering price tag, the answer is yes. Book one of these spots and you’ll save the night — without draining your savings. Hanmoto View this post on Instagram A post shared by H A N M … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Jack White, amongst other iconic musicians, will have to find a new music shop to visit while in Toronto as the legendary Steve’s Music has announced it is closing. In a statement, VP Michael Kirman—son of founder Steve Kirman—said the company will be closing some of its five stores, though he didn’t specify which ones. … Continued
If you’ve ever tried to renovate a backyard in Ontario, you know the drill: a tiny stone sample, a 2D drawing and a lot of crossed fingers that it’ll actually look good once it’s done. For many homeowners, it’s a stressful process with high stakes — mistakes aren’t easy to fix and budgets climb fast. … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Tucked along the shores of Lake Huron is a small-town escape with sunsets that turn the whole shoreline into the most scenic horizon. Southampton is about a three-hour drive from Toronto and makes for a picturesque road trip: you’ll pass rolling farmland and quaint small towns along the way before arriving in this gorgeous lakeside … Continued
Yannick Bisson knows when he has a good thing going — 19 seasons later, he remains the star of Canada’s most-watched scripted series, Murdoch Mysteries. And this year, he also celebrates 35 years of marriage with his wife, Shantelle. Here, they give us the details of their whirlwind romance. How they met Yannick: I visited … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto has no shortage of sleek late-night cocktail bars, but it’s not every day one hides inside a matcha café. This after-dark transformation reflects a bigger shift in the city’s drinks scene, where tea-based mixology is moving from a niche health trend to a staple of high-end nightlife. Enter Matcha Matcha, the minimalist Church Street … Continued
Love is in the air again and Toronto is gearing up to savour it. Whether you’re alone or coupled up this Valentine’s Day, there are events far and wide to celebrate love. Maybe that looks like a sweat session at a cool gym or catching a love-themed comedy show. Either way, we’ve curated a full … Continued
From pop-ups to the Harbourfront Centre and now Kensington Market, Bim Street Eats has been spreading the soul of Bajan food across Toronto. Focused on the flavours of Barbados, Bim Street Eats is the brainchild of chef Aiko Rudder-Jones, a young entrepreneur who moved to Toronto in 2013. While she initially planned to pursue soccer … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s east end is reportedly about to lose one of its most familiar movie-going fixtures. According to the Globe and Mail’s film editor Barry Hertz, Cineplex Beaches will close at the end of the day on Feb 17, shutting down the six-screen multiplex that first opened in June 1999, under the Alliance Atlantis banner, before … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Parry Sound, Ontario skier Megan Oldham has won Canada’s second medal of the Winter Olympics — a bronze in Women’s Slopestyle. It was a tense few moments as some top skiers had their runs while Oldham waited at the bottom in third position, but she held on and stepped onto the podium for the bronze. … Continued
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a thoughtful floral arrangement. We’ve rounded up the best flower shops in Toronto for bouquets to suit even the most unique tastes – from dried florals to fresh arrangements, subscriptions, do-it-yourself boxes, eco-conscious blooms and more! Thyme Studio With a location in Riverside, Thyme Floral is your one-stop-shop for flowers … Continued
