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The top 10 new cheap eats in Toronto for 2016 (so far)
Cheap eats in Toronto only count if you're full when you finish your meal. These restaurants don't just do small plates; rather, they deal in wholesome entrees, big sandwiches, and hearty food that satisfies without totally depleting your wallet. Here are the top new cheap eats in Toronto for 2016... → Read More
This Week on DineSafe: Vesta Lunch, Saving Grace, Balzac's, Brick Street Bakery, Sid's Deli, McGugan's
This week on DineSafe, Balzac's at the Toronto Reference Library got ticketed for failing to keep the cafe animal-free. Just a reminder for coffee-loving pet owners, furry friends are usually welcome only at designated cafes. Not to be outdone, late night king Vesta got dinged (again), as did some other... → Read More
The top 5 bars in Parkdale
Toronto's Parkdale neighbourhood ranks high when it comes to nightlife. The area is home to an impressive assortment of watering holes, snack bars and live music venues that are popular destinations for drinking and dancing. Here are my picks for the top 5 bars in Parkdale.... → Read More
Toronto Food Events: Downsview Park Ribfest, AwesTRUCK, Buenos Dias Brunch, Soupalicious
Toronto Food Events rounds up the most delicious festivals, pop-ups, winemaker dinners, supper clubs and other food related happenings in Toronto this week and next. You can find us here every Friday morning. THIS WEEK Downsview Park Ribfest is on this weekend from September 2 to 5. The AwesTRUCK Food... → Read More
8 notable Toronto businesses that closed in August
August was a tough month for some well established Toronto businesses. Among the notable closures were restaurants with decades in business, highly regarded cocktail bars, and one of the city's most sex-positive retailers. Here are the notable Toronto businesses that closed in August.... → Read More
The top 10 new restaurant openings in Toronto for August
August was a hot month for restaurant openings in Toronto, and while it may have seemed like every new one focused on poke, the real standouts are far more diverse. Toronto gained new spots for Moroccan street food, Filipino comfort food, pizza, South American standards and brunch. Check out my... → Read More
Toronto Restaurant Openings: Lena Restaurante, Pokito, Baddies, Jack and Lil's, Fourk, Little Sito Lebanese
Toronto Restaurant Openings highlights the latest restaurant openings and closings in Toronto and also gives a preview of what's coming soon. Find us here every Thursday morning. OPEN NOW Leña Restaurante, the long awaited O&B restaurant inside the historic Hudson Bay building (now Saks), is open at 176 Yonge St.... → Read More
Lena
Lena is a new restaurant with historic roots. It's located in the former Hudson Bay (now Saks) and the multi-storey venue embraces the building's art deco accents. The etched stained glass, oxidized copper cornices and grand staircases are all original, while new features, by the DesignAgency, include an octagonal bar on... → Read More
This Week on DineSafe: Chinos Locos, Gio Rana's, Court Jester, Jaipur Grille, Hakka Wow, The Factory Girl
This week on DineSafe inspectors seemed to concentrate on the east side of the city. Broadview's Chinos Locos and well-established banh mi shop Rose's Vietnamese Sandwiches are among the eateries sporting conditional passes this week. See which other restaurants landed on DineSafe in my weekly roundup.... → Read More
The 15 most nostalgic treats at the CNE
Old-school carnival treats at the CNE often take a backseat to the novel Franken-foods introduced each year. For all the monstrosities that employ a more-is-more approach, these classics are reassuringly the same year after year after year. There are my favourite nostalgic treats available at the CNE.... → Read More
The top 5 new patios for cheap drinks in Toronto
Cheap drinks on a Toronto patio are a scarce resource these days. Prime patio real estate comes at a cost that's often incorporated into the price of a pint or premium cocktail. Luckily for the frugal among us, there are a few new gems that won't wreak havoc on your... → Read More
12 orchards for apple picking near Toronto
Apple picking is an annual ritual for many Toronto residents. The chance to pick fruit fresh from the tree, shop farmers' markets at the height of harvest season and take in all that fresh country air is too good to pass up. Here's where to go apple picking near Toronto.... → Read More
The top 5 bars on King West
King West is the long-established epicentre of Toronto nightlife. The bars in this neighbourhood range from bottle service-heavy destinations to watering holes with an emphasis on craft beer. But no matter where you go, you'll always find a party and good times. Here are my picks for the top bars... → Read More
Toronto Food Events: TAIWANfest, Twilight Tuesdays, Veg Food Fest, Thai Seafood Party, Food Court Social
Toronto Food Events rounds up the most delicious festivals, pop-ups, winemaker dinners, supper clubs and other food related happenings in Toronto this week and next. You can find us here every Friday morning. THIS WEEK TAIWANfest is on at Harbourfront Centre this weekend. Admission is free for this festival featuring... → Read More
Salt & Tobacco
Salt & Tobacco is a pizza joint that got its name from a cool-looking Italian emblem that indicates which stores sell government controlled commodities - i.e. salt and tobacco, It replaces the former Yogurty's in Cabbagetown next to Jet Fuel, and the casual spot offers take away along with a... → Read More
The 12 hottest new restaurants in Toronto
The hottest new restaurants in Toronto can attribute their popularity to more than just food and drink. Sure the brisket, pasta and brunch options are on point, but more than that, these places also boast lively dining rooms, killer patios and party vibes that everyone seems to want in on.... → Read More
Toronto Restaurant Openings: Salt & Tobacco, Montgomery's, Oakwood Hardware, Janie Jones
Toronto Restaurant Openings highlights the latest restaurant openings and closings in Toronto and also gives a preview of what's coming soon. Find us here every Thursday morning. OPEN NOW Salt & Tobacco, which is serving up pizza topped with black cabbage and n'juda, is now open at 521 Parliament in... → Read More
The Dime
The Dime is the latest party bar from the restaurant group behind Toronto's El Furniture Warehouse and Queen Street Warehouse. This new spot takes over the city's last remaining Rock Lobster on Queen West. It's been redesigned, or maybe better described as de-designed, to look like a rough and distressed saloon... → Read More
The top 5 bars in the Junction
Bars in the Junction have only been around for about 20 years - the city overturned the area's dry designation in 1997. The burgeoning bar scene is less dense than elsewhere in the city, but even among the limited options there's lots to like. Here are my picks for the... → Read More
This Week on DineSafe: Ali Baba's, Platito, Grapefruit Moon, Landmark Seafood Cuisine, El Rincon Mexicano
This week on DineSafe two Ali Baba's locations received conditional passes, while East Gate Restaurant on Kingston Road got shut down for failing to prevent gross unsanitary conditions, among other infractions. See which other restaurants landed on DineSafe this week.... → Read More