The best meatball sandwiches in Toronto, according to everyone’s favourite Nonna

Meaty, saucy and oh so cheesy, the meatball is the epitome of comfort food. With Mama Rosa, our previous meatball Taste Test winner, as the judge, we’re set for an epic showdown. Read on to see who earns the title of ultimate meatball sandwich champion. Winner: Papamio’s I love this crusty bun — you don’t want your meatball sandwich

71 of the best things to do in Toronto this month

It’s March, and we’re finally facing the beginnings of spring in Toronto! With the warmer weather, the city is bustling during the day and comes alive at night, meaning we can enjoy some of the best music, theatre and shopping the city has to offer — there’s plenty to keep you busy. Here are the

Where to find the best cheap burgers in Toronto

Torontonians love to eat out. The problem? It’s expensive! But if you love to dine out without breaking the bank and you have a penchant for burgers, we’ve got the spots where you can find the best cheap ones in Toronto. Frankie’s Diner: $6.95 If you haven’t heard of Frankie’s Diner on Queen West, run

Toronto’s best pasta dishes, ranked

Toronto’s pasta game is on fire! With more Italian restaurants than you can shake a fork at, it’s no wonder we’re dishing out some of the best pasta outside of Italy. Choosing the top picks from all the saucy options isn’t easy, but fear not, we’ve twirled through the city’s pasta scene to bring you

The five best restaurants on Queen West, ranked

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

Five great winter hikes in Toronto with the best scenic views

Nature is the one thing we can’t live without, and thankfully we don’t have to. Toronto has its share of bustling cafés and busy streets, but it’s also blessed with lots of parks. Treat yourself to an afternoon hike in the city and discover some amazing things along the way. Here are some of our

A Leaf, a Dragon and a restaurateur open Toronto’s best new steak and sushi house

Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House emerged from an unexpected dinner discussion among Nick Di Donato, CEO of Liberty Entertainment Group, Kevin O’Leary from Dragon’s Den, and Toronto Maple Leafs’ right winger, Mitch Marner. Recognizing a gap in Toronto’s dining scene, they envisioned a fine-dining destination that not only showcased premium cuts of meat, including

The best ways to spend Family Day long weekend in Toronto

If the winter blues are hitting you hard, you might be looking forward to spending a long weekend with your partners, kids, parents, friends and whomever else you count as family. Whether you’re looking for something to do with your toddler or with your teens, there are plenty of family-friendly events and activities to do

T.O. intimacy expert Shan Boodram’s best Valentine’s Day advice

As an intimacy expert on Netflix’s Too Hot to Handle, a love specialist on her podcast Lovers and Friends and an author of the definitive guide to relationships Game of Love, Toronto’s Shan Boodram knows what she’s talking about when it comes to love. Ahead of the holiday of romance, she’s giving us her best

The best Galentine’s Day things to do in Toronto

Maybe you’re not into Valentine’s Day. Or perhaps you are, but instead of diving headlong into lovey-dovey couples stuff, all you really want to do this year is kick it with your pals, your besties, or maybe yourself, for once. If so, Galentine’s Day — or Palentine’s Day — is the holiday for you. Yeah,

The best restaurants to celebrate Mardi Gras in Toronto

Mardi Gras is the ultimate carnival bash, with dazzling costumes, lively parades and a feast fit for royalty, embodying the vibrant spirit of New Orleans. But, if you can’t make it to Mardi Gras on Feb. 13, there are plenty of Toronto eateries that will bring the flavours of New Orleans to you. The Po’ Boy

The best flower shops in Toronto just in time for Valentine’s Day

Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a thoughtful floral arrangement. We’ve rounded up the best flower shops in Toronto for bouquets to suit even the most unique tastes – from dried florals to fresh arrangements, subscriptions, do-it-yourself boxes, eco-conscious blooms and more! Thyme Studio With locations at the downtown Stackt Market and Riverside, Thyme Floral is

The best red velvet cake in Toronto according to a Michelin chef

Chocolate may steal the spotlight on Valentine’s Day, but nothing says “be mine” like red velvet cake. Chef Anthony Rose tests his sweet tooth on six of the city’s finest takes.  Here are his red velvet rankings.   First Place — Euphoria “Wow, this is so moist! And a heart-shaped cake? — can’t go wrong! There’s a

The 5 best restaurants on King West, ranked

An old industrial area turned into the hottest place to be on a Saturday night, King West provides an assortment of nightlife, lively rooftop patios, marketplaces, good drinks, and delicious flavours. And the area never seems to stop growing, introducing more and more of the most favoured and buzzing places in the city.  Check out

The best soup in Toronto according to a Michelin chef

Nothing beats the January chill like a bowl of soup and Toronto has a rich and diverse selection. As the Super Bowl approaches, we’ve curated eight of the city’s most iconic soups, presented them to chef Anthony Rose, and asked him to rank them for our inaugural soup-off! Winner: United Bakers’ split pea soup  Flavour:

Here’s where to find the best Trinidad doubles in Toronto

Trini doubles, a popular Trinidadian dish, has become a staple in Toronto, thanks to the city’s sizable Trinidadian community. With approximately 39,000 Trinidadians calling Toronto home, these flavourful snacks, consisting of two soft bara bread filled with curried chickpeas, have found a significant presence in the local culinary scene. Here’s where to find the best

These are the best places to go tobogganing in Toronto

Whether you’re after a slow crawl down a beginner hill or would rather speed down a slippery slope, you won’t have to go far to find a great tobogganing spot in your Toronto neighbourhood. Instead of going into hibernation the next time the city is hit with an icy blast of snow (which apparently might

These are the best consignment stores in Toronto

While there are plenty of places to shop vintage and secondhand in Toronto, it can be harder to track down shops that will also buy your used garments. Whether you’re a trend chaser, harbouring barely worn pieces that no longer suit your taste, a guardian of preserved vintage, or a collector of rare designer labels,

The best restaurants for celebrity spotting in Toronto

Toronto’s fantastic restaurants attract celebrities more often than you’d think. Keep an eye out for stars during your next dining outing – we’ve got the scoop on where they’ve been in the city! Here are the best restaurants for celebrity spotting in Toronto. Fat Pasha and Schmaltz Chef Anthony Rose owns both Fat Pasha and

This spot serving fusion cuisine might just be Ossington’s best new restaurant

Say hello to Rhapsody, the newest addition to the Ossington neighbourhood in Toronto. This newly opened restaurant is set to provide Torontonians with a unique and one-of-a-kind sensory experience, living up to its name. Helmed by Dan Eyimina, the mastermind behind  beloved Mrs. Robinson, and supported by executive chef Elias Salazar of Waska Peruvian Chicken fame