By Nisean Lorde
Some of Canada’s biggest stages are nestled in Toronto, but Ontario’s most memorable theatre experiences sometimes require leaving the city behind. This summer, iconic performances are taking over everything from historic opera houses and converted barns to intimate playhouses in the province’s prettiest small towns. Bonus: many are close enough to visit as part of … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Torontonians may be focused on getting through the latest stretch of hot, humid weather (and hiding out from thick, smoky skies), but The Old Farmer’s Almanac is already looking past patio season and into fall. The publication recently released its Fall 2026 weather forecast, where temperature predictions are compared with a 30-year statistical average prepared … Continued
Dundas West has long been a bit of a haven for vintage shopping, and the latest addition is no exception. Boomie Vintage has opened a new location at 1191 Dundas St. W., transforming the online shop and pop-up market favourite into a brick-and-mortar collective featuring pieces from 15 independent vintage sellers. While curated pieces from … Continued
By Ron Johnson
The analog revival is alive in Toronto, which is home, for example, to a growing number of silent book clubs and reading parties. These events offer a new way for book lovers to connect without the pressure of traditional social events. These gatherings combine the simple pleasure of reading with the community feeling of meeting … Continued
Everyone has been trapped inside this week due to some truly awful air quality conditions in the city, but it’s shaping up to improve slightly by this weekend. Whether you’d prefer to do something fun indoors or outdoors, there’s plenty of great plans in place; from food festivals to concerts, these are the best things … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s dining scene keeps growing, and this week there are 11 amazing new spots worth checking out! From handmade Sicilian street food to authentic Kerala cuisine and oversized Mexican tortas, there’s no shortage of reasons to plan your next meal out. Here are the best new restaurants to check out in Toronto right now. 1. Ammucca … Continued
Brothers Graham and Dan Hnatiw (the minds behind Bar Cathedral, Eloise and Bar Cart) practically grew up in the neighbourhood, starting out at their family’s Old Spaghetti Factory. Now, they’re paying homage to Nashville royalty with Dolly’s Country Bar. Expect less velvet rope and more rhinestones: they’re promising a high-energy mix of late-night pizza, line … Continued
By Ron Johnson
For thousands of Torontonians, summer just isn’t summer without a blanket, some cushions, a picnic dinner or glass of something special to go along with Shakespeare performed beneath the trees in High Park. Now in its 43rd season, Canadian Stage’s Dream in High Park is one of the city’s best cultural traditions, introducing generations of … Continued
Canadian country music artist Owen Riegling has gone from growing up on a 100-acre farm in Ontario to opening for top country acts to his own Canadian headlining tour In The Feeling, in support of his latest album. The tour includes a stop at the Kee to Bala on July 26. Ahead of his cottage … Continued
Summer in Ontario is the season for flowers of all kinds, and once mid-July rolls around, one particular sunny favourite starts to bloom: sunflowers. But these tall blossoms that seem to be literally smiling at the sun only bloom for about two weeks, so catching them at their peak is all about timing. So revolve … Continued
One of Toronto’s favourite food influencers is living his dream of stepping into the kitchen. Marcello Varacalli, otherwise known as Marcello Eats, is on a mission to perfect a Philly cheesesteak recipe for a new popup concept he’s soon launching across the GTA. When Marcello announced the concept of Cello’s Cheesesteaks earlier this month, he … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto pasta lovers have just one month left to line up for a plate at Famiglia Baldassarre’s famously tiny lunch counter. The Michelin-recognized pasta factory at 122 Geary Ave will serve its final public lunch on Friday, Aug 14, before closing for its usual late-summer holiday. This time, however, the shop won’t reopen to the … Continued
