Snow days: they only come a few times a year, but when they do, you’ve got to take advantage of this underrated perk of the winter season in Toronto. This weekend, a polar vortex and snowstorm took over Ontario — Toronto saw a record 46 cm of snow, the snowiest day in history for the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Big Trouble Pizza is getting ready to serve its last slice in Toronto. The popular Geary Avenue restaurant, which is known for its cheesy, signature pies and gooey smash burgers, announced that it’ll be closing at the end of the month. “After 8 years, Big Trouble Pizza will be serving its last slice on Saturday … Continued
By Ron Johnson
For Toronto travellers desperate to break free from the Polar vortex, the much-maligned and much-warmer United States just got a little friendlier to the loonie. Las Vegas casinos, at least three so far, are offering “Canadian at Par” promotions, and given the Canadian dollar is worth only .73 cents south of the border, it adds … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A new sandwich shop just opened up in Toronto’s east end, and it’s quickly becoming the go-to spot for big, messy bites loaded with house-made extras. Hot Mess is the first permanent venture from If I May Hospitality, helmed by sommelier Lee Stein, with Chef Steven Kasprowicz (best known for The Eat Locker). The menu … Continued
Toronto is a city with a huge literary scene, dotted with eclectic bookshops at every corner. There’s no lack of literature, between niche stores focusing on genres like romance to spots that sell rare books and French language page turners. These bookstores are some of Toronto’s best hidden (and not so hidden) gems. Queen Books – … Continued
Cheap eats might be everywhere in Toronto, but who wants to waste hard-earned cash on bland, forgettable food? We went straight to the source — the city’s top chefs, from Michelin starred maestros to culinary celebs — to spill the goods on where to find the best bites without breaking the bank. Prepare to save … Continued
Toronto winters can feel never-ending — not much sun, expensive eats and the usual sad desk lunch. But why settle for the same old when you can hit up places with tons of sunlight, chill vibes and lunch under $25? We’ve got the spots that make braving the cold worth it. Here are the restaurants … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The GTA is heading into a real deep-freeze this weekend. A polar vortex carrying some of the world’s coldest air is coming to Ontario according to The Weather Network, making this weekend potentially the coldest stretch in years for parts of the province. In Toronto, we’ll be reaching lows that could be the coldest since February … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s newest pro team just put a big red circle on the calendar! The Toronto Tempo have announced their inaugural regular-season home opener for Friday, May 8, 2026, when they’ll host the Washington Mystics at Coca-Cola Coliseum as part of the WNBA’s opening night slate. It’s a milestone moment not just for Toronto, but for … Continued
When you think about Italian cuisine in Toronto’s food scene, it’s hard not to think of a spot opened by Liberty Entertainment Group. From DaNico to Don Alfonso, the group has helped shape the city’s idea of Italian cuisine —and now it’s taking that vision south, setting its sights on Miami. This isn’t Liberty Entertainment … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Robbie Burns Day is just around the corner! January 25 marks the birthday of Scotland’s national poet, who’s best known for poems and songs that are still sung centuries later (Auld Lang Syne, anyone?) In Toronto, it’s the perfect excuse to turn a long winter week into something distinctly Scottish, especially when it comes to … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto has one of the largest Persian diasporas in the world, which means you can find traditional Persian cooking all over the city. Indulge in everything from sizzling charcoal-grilled skewers to fragrant saffron rice flecked with dill, as well as slow-braised stews that taste like someone’s auntie simmered them all afternoon! Here are eight Persian … Continued
