The hustle and bustle of city life can drain our mental, physical and social battery. When you’re feeling drained, Nordic spas offer a great way to reboot. Steeped in Scandinavian tradition, hydrotherapy aims to strengthen the immune system, moving the body from hot to cold and purifying the body of toxins while soothing aches and … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If eating your way around the land of fire and ice isn’t in the cards this year, Toronto’s about to get the next best thing. Taste of Iceland 2025 returns to the city from Thursday, Nov 20 to Saturday, Nov 22, turning a handful of downtown venues into a mini-Icelandic getaway packed with food, music, … Continued
Top Chef Canada returns for another season, and longtime resident judge Janet Zuccarini is back at the table. From building her restaurant group into a Toronto-to-L.A. empire to spotting creations that make her want to lick the plate, Janet shares what keeps her fired up — on- screen and off. What still surprises you about … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s iconic dog fountain in Old Town’s Berczy Park is getting a major refresh this winter, as the City of Toronto moves to hire a vendor to repair and repaint all 27 dog sculptures, as well as the often-overlooked (but never forgotten) lone cat that serves as the park’s centrepiece! View this post on … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Elm Street Italian Deli has officially landed on Toronto’s east side. Deli lovers can now enjoy the restaurant’s stacked Italian sandwiches on Queen St E., in the former Tom & Sawyer space in Leslieville. It’s the latest project from Lawrence La Pianta, the chef and owner behind Cherry St. Bar-B-Que, the Port Lands smokehouse that’s … Continued
With the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games less than three months away, one of the most exciting parts is seeing what Canadian athletes will wear. Now, the wait is finally over, because Team Canada and Lululemon have finally revealed the 2026 athlete kit. Going into their third Games as Team Canada’s official outfitter, Lululemon’s … Continued
Pizza is loved by everyone, and while new takes on the classic pie — looking at you, Beast Pizza — pop up all the time, most changes stick to toppings and crust thickness. Lately, though, Toronto pizza is going rogue. From croissant-style za to a rolling pizza party bus, there’s a fresh way to enjoy … Continued
The term “iGaming” is one that is becoming more familiar to Canadians. For the last few years, online casino play and online sports betting have gained greater recognition in the province of Ontario after the launch of the province’s regulated iGaming market, overseen by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) and iGaming Ontario. … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto’s Distillery Winter Village is back for another season of twinkly lights, mulled-wine strolls and giant gingerbread houses filled with unique holiday vendors! But this year, the city’s most famous Christmas market is leaning even harder into its foodie reputation with the debut of Chef’s Lane: an elevated new dining strip where four of Canada’s … Continued
By Jarrod Daley
See all posts by Diamond and Diamond Lawyers It’s a scene that plays out on Toronto’s streets every riding season: a motorcyclist is travelling straight through an intersection on a clear day when, suddenly, an oncoming car turns left directly into their path. The result is almost always devastating for the rider. In the aftermath, … Continued
Nestled in the hustle and bustle of Little Italy, Café Belém has quickly become a local favourite for Portuguese sweets and espresso drinks. And now, just a year and a half in, the bakery is growing again, opening a bright, spacious second spot in the St. Clair West Village. Along with more room for baking … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If your ideal winter night involves hot cocktails and a little friendly competition in one of Canada’s most popular sports, Ace Hotel Toronto is about to check all the boxes. Beginning Dec 2, the hotel is transforming its cinematic 14th-floor rooftop bar, Evangeline, into a Winter Chalet pop-up, complete with an outdoor curling rink, fireside … Continued
