Dream dresses at West Queen West boutique
The dress styles range from tent styles, to strapless bubble dresses, to sweetheart necklines, to halters. You can have the dresses made long or cocktail length, in whatever colour you choose.
The dress styles range from tent styles, to strapless bubble dresses, to sweetheart necklines, to halters. You can have the dresses made long or cocktail length, in whatever colour you choose.
If sitting in a sun-drenched space surrounded by cats while sipping a hot beverage and reading a book feels like a day perfectly spent, look no further. Queen West’s Lazy Cat Café is the place for you. “We got the idea of a cat café for people to interact with our adoptable cats to, first,
After 36 years of serving up cold beers, comforting eats and the kind of atmosphere that makes you feel like part of the family, Squirly’s Bar is closing its doors for good. Located at 807 Queen St. W., right at the intersection of Queen and Niagara, this unpretentious neighbourhood watering hole affectionally known as “The
Famed British döner kebab shop I Am Döner kebab shop, with a cult-like following that includes pop star Taylor Swift, is making its way across the pond to Queen St W (with two more locations already confirmed!) On Oct. 17, British-famed doner shop, I Am Döner, will make its Canadian debut with its flagship location at the corner
Co-owner Conrad Calabrese describes Miss Ivy as a blend of King Street and Queen Street vibes. It offers Asian-inspired share plates, craft cocktails, daily happy hour specials and live DJs, making it a vibrant new hot spot on Queen West. “A lot of places on Queen Street are casual and dive bar–like, but we felt
There’s a new women’s apparel store on Queen Street that feels high-end but promises not to break the bank. The brand’s head designer, Michael Jafine, has a finger on the pulse of Toronto street fashion — literally, because his design studio is in the back of the store and he always has his eyes on
Amid Queen Street West’s vibrant food and shopping scene, Ngogo is a new family-owned eatery is offering fantastic fare at shockingly affordable prices. Ngogo Restaurant serves up a multi-course tasting menu brimming with delicious French-inspired dishes for just $38 a person. The price tag doesn’t mean quality is sacrificed, though, as the fine dining experience offers options like steak and seafood. Chef and
Whether you’re just visiting, just moved into the city, or you’ve been a Torontonian since birth, Queen Street West is one spot you’ll want to return to time and time again. The neighbourhood is one of Toronto’s central hubs, a destination for culture, street art, small shopping boutiques, and, of course, food and drink. Here
Whether you’re just visiting, just moved into the city, or you’ve been a Torontonian since birth, Queen Street West is one spot you’ll want to return to time and time again. The neighbourhood is one of Toronto’s central hubs, a destination for culture, street art, small shopping boutiques and, of course, food and drink. Here
Good Company, a multi-use space on Queen West, integrates a barbershop, cafe, and soon-to-be snack bar, aiming to infuse community and energy into the neighbourhood. Owners Mandy Todaro and Eric Buzzeo, inspired by their space’s namesake, strive to embody the essence of good company in all aspects of their establishment. “We used to host parties
If you’re a fashion lover, it’s hard not to let the shows and movies we love dictate what we wear next. Jeremy Allen White had his moment in the menswear world for his perfectly tailored white T-shirt from The Bear. Succession was practically a trend in itself, sparking the rise of so-called “quiet luxury.” And
You can now rub shoulders with mega superstars like Drake at Three Hearts, a new members-only club that recently opened in Toronto’s Parkdale neighbourhood. Located in the space formerly occupied by iconic live music venue, the Cadillac Lounge, the club comes from the same folks behind the secret garden patio, The Octopus Garden which opened
Three years after Parkdale eatery Chantecler was destroyed by a three-alarm fire, the much beloved French restaurant is set to make a long-awaited comeback. A post on the restaurant’s Instagram shows a hand holding a large number of keys in front of a Toronto-area building with the caption, “Chantecler 2.0 let’s gooooo.” It didn’t take
Chef Miheer Shete is bringing a taste of Mumbai to Toronto at his newest endeavour, Curryish Tavern. What began as Chef Shete’s pivot amid the pandemic has slowly turned into a beloved Indian food concept serving forward-thinking Indian fare. The concept for Curryish was originally rolled out by meal kits that Chef Shete created in
Toronto is experiencing a sudden surge in a brand new market. No, it’s not high fashion labels, and no, it’s not another coffee shop. Filling the streets of Toronto are exotic snack shops looking to feed off your desire for exclusive items and unique food. These snacks are treats from all over the world that
When the owners of Mission Eatery decided to close down for a few months, it wasn’t just to undergo a change in concept. It was to live out their dream to operate a business in the downtown core. The Mission Eatery was operating on Airport Road in Mississauga as a catering company for corporate and
West Queen West’s latest bistro is bringing a much-loved Parisian tradition to Toronto. Modelled after a dining concept that co-owner Jad Sfeir says is popular in Paris, the menu at J’s Steak Frites has just a single entree option: steak frites. Priced at $49 per person, the prix fixe menu comes with steak, unlimited French
Toronto is getting a new plant-based Italian eatery at 536 Queen St. West with Osteria Du launching this Friday, Dec. 10. It’s the latest concept from Awai Hospitality Group – the team behind local favourites like Avelo (upscale plant-based tasting menu on St. Nicholas St.), vegan pizza spot Pizzeria Du (cult classic that started off
Queen West has no shortage of cute indie boutiques, hipster shops and lively bars and cafes. The range of selection is what makes this neighbourhood a hotspot for holiday shopping. We’ve put together a shopping list to get you familiar with some small Queen West businesses and help get everyone crossed off your holiday shopping
After a renovation that started last Spring, Gladstone House announces it will reopen to the public this September. The historical landmark has been a part of the West Queen West community in Toronto for over 130 years. Formerly known as Gladstone Hotel, the new name takes after the original “Gladstone House” engravings on the stone
After spending 17 years on Queen St. West, many changes are coming to The Drake Hotel. One of them is the appointment of Chef Laura Maxwell, who is now the executive chef. “We’re so excited to have her join the fam, not only for her experience and incredible leadership, but also for her sharp knife
In a return to its ’70s roots, Toronto’s Silver Snail Comics is moving back to Queen West. The store, which has resided on Yonge Street just north of Dundas Street for the past nine years, was previously located at Peter Street and Queen Street West from 1973 to 2012. Now, owners Brian Hamelin and Mark
Beloved Queen West diner Aloette is set to open a new location in the coming months. Sister to upscale French restaurant Alo, which regularly ranks among the top restaurants in the country, Aloette first opened its doors in 2017. A more casual concept than Alo, Aloette is known for its menu of fancified diner fare,
JP Adamo is a chef and sommelier with international culinary training. He’s inspired by good wine, travel, and the spaces in which he’s opening his latest ventures: Crosley’s restaurant at 214 Ossington Ave. and Dimes cannabis shop at 1048 Queen St. W. Opening in January, Adamo’s latest restaurant, Crosley’s, is in its unofficial infancy. The
Deeply drenched in Portuguese traditions, Bom Dia, which translates to ‘good morning,’ is the newest addition to the Queen Street West coffee scene. The interior offers an homage to Portugal with its traditional delicacies and imported tiles, plates and marble. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kristal Rotundo (@kristalrotundo)