’Tis the season to indulge in the classic Québécois Christmas pie — tourtière. Chef Anthony Rose sleighed the competition, helping us pick the perfect flaky winner for a Christmas feast that’s oh-so-delicious. Winner: Charmaine Sweet Studio “Now, this is a gorgeous pie. The seasoning is spot-on, the crust is fantastic, and the texture is exceptional.” 939 Eglinton Ave E., $37 … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Holiday-themed train rides present a perfect opportunity to get into the festive spirit this winter. These magical trains are filled with traditional carols and live entertainment, covered from top to bottom in luminous decorations and offer tasty treats, providing the perfect family bonding experience! The annual CPKC Holiday Train and Holiday Express will make a … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
A cult-favourite ramen chain from Japan has opened its first Canadian outpost in downtown Toronto, and noodle lovers are already lining up! Machida Shoten Toronto is a branch of the massively popular Japanese chain known for Yokohama Iekei-style ramen, a deeply savoury ramen that’s huge in Japan but still relatively rare in Canada. This ramen … Continued
We’re all in agreement, Toronto has a stacked dining scene — you can have omakase in a back alley, Michelin stars in a mall and a smash burger on every corner. But sometimes the best meals aren’t in the city at all. Sometimes they’re down a winding country road, inside an old gas station, or … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Perched on bluffs overlooking Lake Huron, Goderich, Ont., has worn the title of “Canada’s Prettiest Town” since Victorian times, when the Port of Goderich started drawing visitors with its charming streets and big-sky sunsets. Legend has it that the title was bestowed on the village by Queen Elizabeth II herself! Today, Goderich is a popular … Continued
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Well, it’s been years in the making, and we even had a few false starts, but a Canadian “Shore” house is finally a real thing! On Thursday morning, Paramount+ officially unveiled the cast and premiere date for Canada Shore, the first-ever Canadian edition of MTV’s global Jersey Shore franchise, and it looks like most of … Continued
Celebrity chef David Adjey has checked into Chagall at the historic Windsor Arms Hotel, bringing his expertise and a menu of globally inspired Kosher dishes to Toronto diners. According to George Friedmann, president of the Windsor Arms Hotel, the goal is to redefine how diners eat kosher. “Dining kosher need not be restricted to those … Continued
It seems Toronto can’t get enough of seasonal markets! Yet another winter festival has launched in the heart of Toronto, and this one is taking over St. Lawrence Market. The second annual Winter Market, running until Dec. 22, is making Toronto’s favourite public food market into a holiday destination. The free outdoor market will feature … Continued
Aidan Lising knows the high highs and the low lows of being a Toronto Raptors fan — it’s been part of his identity for as long as he can remember. Now, his fandom and the creative way he expresses it are in the limelight. Lising, who currently works as a freelance graphic designer, committed to … Continued
Looking for a charming destination with the vibes of a beach town turned winter wonderland? You might just find it in Port Hope, Ont. — a winter getaway just outside Toronto perfect for relaxing, shopping and strolling through a historic downtown. Port Hope is located just over an hour’s drive from downtown Toronto on the … Continued
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A powerhouse of London’s Indian dining scene has just landed in Canadian hands, so it might only be a matter of time before Torontonians get a taste of the UK’s most iconic Indian eats! MW Eat, also known as the Real Indian Food Group, is behind some of the UK’s most celebrated Indian restaurants! MW … Continued
Every year, La Liste releases its ranking of the world’s 1,000 best restaurants, a global scoreboard built from guidebooks, critic roundups and millions of online reviews processed through a rigorous scoring system. For 2025, seven Toronto restaurants made the cut, the same number as last year — but with some notable changes in the line-up … Continued
