OpenTable Blog • 9th September 2023

6 buzzy new restaurants that just landed on Toronto’s dining scene

It’s been a red-hot summer for eating in Toronto. New restaurants are dazzling diners with their avant-garde design, spellbinding drink menus, and, of course, some of the best food in the city.

Food Network Canada • 31st August 2023

The Sweet Ontario Tradition Of Tiger Tail Ice Cream

When you think of uniquely Canadian foods, classics like Nanaimo bars, poutine, or even ketchup chips are likely the first to come to mind; but one of Canada’s most little-known culinary contributions to the world is also one of its most polarizing: tiger tail ice cream.

Toronto Life • 29th August 2023

Baijiu, China's national spirit, is making waves in Toronto

Baijiu is the most consumed liquor on the planet—though its popularity is pretty much localized to China and Taiwan, where the clear sorghum-based spirit is enjoyed neat and at room temperature. But bartenders here in Toronto are beginning to recognize its possibilities.

Toronto Life • 1st August 2023

What's on the menu at Lucie, the Financial District's new spot for fancy French food

After opening around a dozen restaurants over the past two decades, Yannick Bigourdan was ready to get back into the fine-dining game

The Toronto Star • 30th July 2023

Toronto ice cream shop owners share their favourite treats

From soft-serve in a croissant to pina-colada-slush-filled pineapples to brown-butter blondies hugging strawberry-rhubarb ice cream and more.

The Toronto Star • 27th June 2023

What to do in Stratford this summer: Come for festival season, but stay the weekend for the city’s offstage delights

The Stratford Festival draws around one million theatre lovers each year, shining the spotlight not only on its skilled performers but also on the small riverside city that hosts them.

Toronto Life • 27th June 2023

What's on the menu at the Lakeview, the recently revamped 90-year-old Dundas West diner

For a restaurant so interwoven into the local community, it’s fitting that the Lakeview’s evolution has been guided by a crew assembled from other neighbourhood restaurants

The Toronto Star • 10th June 2023

Six exciting summer cocktail recipes to keep you toasting all season

Whether you’re grilling in the backyard, people-watching on a patio or soaking up the sunshine on the balcony, there’s no better way to cool off and chill out than with a tasty mixed drink in hand.

The Toronto Star • 11th May 2023

Looking for the best brunch in Toronto? The competition is getting fierce

Whether you’d choose classic eggs Benedict over crispy pork belly with steamed rice or coffee over mimosas (both!), one thing everyone can agree on is that brunch is having a moment in Toronto.

Food Network Canada • 3rd May 2023

Best Kitchenware Stores Across Canada

Whether you’re looking for the specialized equipment needed to take on a new culinary project, to replace everyday utensils that are past their prime, or to buy a Mother’s Day gift for a food-inclined loved one, Canada’s independent kitchenware stores will inspire you with cookware that’s both pretty and practical.

Range • 6th March 2023

Beyond the Beach

Pride in its own distinctive regional cuisine, combined with influences from the expat chefs who’ve come to live here, have turned this beachfront town into a gastronomic hotspot that rewards those who venture beyond its beautiful beaches.

Toronto Life • 19th April 2023

Where to find the best meals for $10 or less on Dundas West

Dundas West (recently ranked the 12th coolest neighbourhood in the world) is home to no shortage of excellent restaurants, many of which will leave your belly full—but your wallet significantly lighter.

Food Network Canada • 22nd March 2023

The History Of The Windsor-Style Pizza

Fervent foodies know the Rose City’s greatest claim to fame is its unique pizza. Here’s what you “knead” to know about Windsor’s signature slice.

Toronto Life • 3rd April 2023

French Renaissance: Six of the city's best new bistros and brasseries

Meet the crème de la crème of the city’s new generation of French restaurants.

Chatelaine • 16th February 2023

6 Canadian Tea Brands To Brew Now

With many of us on the hunt for alcohol-free sips to pique our palates or just searching for something to soothe our souls on chilly nights, there’s never been a better time to refresh your tea stash with a new brew.

Bay Street Bull • 22nd February 2023

After Hours: Simpl Things Delivers Signature Cocktails That Are Anything But Basic

With two distinctive food and drink concepts housed in one hip space, Simpl Things lends itself equally well to relaxed business lunches as it does after-work drinks.

Food Network Canada • 15th February 2023

A Guide To Using Frozen Vegetables

While many of us dream of a counter overflowing with bright, fresh-from-the-earth produce waiting to be cooked in our rustic-chic kitchen, the reality of cooking with fresh veggies doesn’t always live up to our cottage core fantasies – particularly when it’s the middle of winter and the spring growing season is barely even yet a glimmer in Mother Nature’s eye

Chatelaine • 4th January 2023

The 15 Best Made-in-Canada Seltzers

Whether you’re going dry this January or in the mood for a bevvy that will perk up your palate more than plain water, these Canadian-made sparkling waters and seltzers prove that alcohol-free bubbles are anything but boring.

Bay Street Bull • 17th January 2023

After Hours: Lapinou Brings a Fresh Spin to French Staples

When deciding where to next wow a client with a memorable meal, it can be challenging to choose between a tried-and-true fine dining joint and a hip hotspot. With its clever approach to classic French fare, Lapinou offers the best of both worlds.

The Toronto Star • 23rd December 2022

Ready for a holiday cocktail crawl? Here are the five Toronto spots to visit, plus what to order (including a very fancy $45 drink)

Hotel bars take on a special kind of magic during the holiday season. The out-of-town crowds make you feel like you’re on your own faraway getaway, while the wintery cocktails and yuletide decor warm your heart on even the most toe-numbing nights. After all, is there any better way to embrace the holiday season cheer than by saying “cheers’’ as you toast a few drinks?