One part Toronto-based couple, one part Italian gelato and one part Asian-influenced flavours is the makeup of Kekou Gelato House. This downtown spot is serving up gelato, Popsicles, and beverages inspired by the popular and hidden flavours of Asia. The gelato base is made from scratch, using the simplest of ingredients — egg yolk, milk,
This artisanal cheese boutique has its roots planted back in Singapore. Kiss My Pans is all about tasting good and looking good, with a unique selection of delights aesthetically placed on various cheese boards. In addition to unique and exotic cheeses, the Little Italy boutique sells butter-roasted coffee from Singapore, freshly baked breads, and delicious
The masterminds behind Sabai Sabai returned to the Toronto culinary scene with Lao Lao Bar, a luxurious Yorkville eatery with a big personality. It’s all about culture and nourishment within the space, bringing together modern interpretations and classic Lao ideals to create a must-try spot in the city. Lao food is bright, savoury and spicy,
Going away? Coming home? Let Susur Lee be right there with you. The things that make Chef Lee great, like his cheeseburger spring rolls and Top Chef Green Curry Chicken, are certainly on the menu, alongside dim sum, mango salad and shrimp wonton soup. It’s the perfect way to start a vacation, and you’re sure
Chef John Tan uses his understanding of Asian flavours and dedication to picking the freshest ingredients at Lime Asian Kitchen to create dishes from the many distinct regions of Asia. Lime Asian Kitchen’s menu includes Thai curries, Cantonese chow mein, Shanghai noodles, Vietnamese wonton soup and Malaysian grilled chicken. Take your palate on a tour
LoPan is DaiLo’s upstairs dim sum and cocktail bar. The Little Italy restaurant DaiLo became an overnight success in Toronto. Its predominantly Cantonese fare cooked with traditional French techniques, was idolized by critics and chefs from all over the country. LoPan, a smaller and more intimate space, is a snack bar made for an either
Since 1991, Lucullus Bakery has been serving up pastries and buns in Hong Kong style. Hand crafted in small patches, these buns are part of a constantly updated menu that takes inspiration from China, Korea, and Japan. Signature pastries include the egg tart made from a 30-year old recipe, and pineapple buns, perfect for pairing
This staple Chinatown bakery is known for its affordable baked goods. Although the bakery space is unassuming, Mashion has gained a reputation for offering surprisingly high-quality sweet and savoury treats at low prices. You’ll find a variety of baked goods on display for self-service, including classics like egg tarts and pineapple buns. Shoppers can often
With a name meaning “little tide” in Japanese, MeNami is an udon noodle bar inspired by the country itself. After visiting Kagawa, the Japanese origin of the Sanuki Udon noodle, the chef aimed to bring the technique back to Canada. Now, after many months of experimenting with North American flours, NeMami has found the right
Since opening in 2016, Miku has become the prime date night spot south of Queen Street. And beyond slim pickings in the area around Queen’s Quay, it’s no wonder why: Its main innovation, the aburi sushi, is a lightly torched morsels of fresh, creamy, and visually stunning slice of the season’s freshest catch on a
If you haven’t been to Mineral yet, one of the city’s busiest and buzziest restaurants, you must. Since 2019, owners Bruce Ly and Greg Toscan-Robbins, along with Hong Kong–born executive chef-owner Daniel Cancino, have been offering diners a mix of Filipino comfort food with a contemporary spin, serving dishes that are big on flavour in
Mother Tongue, a modern Asian restaurant and cocktail bar by the Turner Stevens Group, is new to Toronto’s dining scene and can be found inside the Templar Hotel on Adelaide Street West. From the outside, the former home of Monk Kitchen and Parcae doesn’t look like much has changed except for one thing — there’s
This adorable gelato shop’s story begins with a rise to fame while operating out of a food truck. Nani’s Gelato was born through a goal of finding good quality artisan gelato that infuses Indian and Asian flavours. In Punjabi, “Nani” means grandmother–a suitable name for sweet desserts that will bring back a nostalgic taste of
Nome Izakaya is the home of a fresh take on authentic Japanese cuisine. This North York tapas restaurant and lounge specializes in fresh sashimi delicacies. The menu features everything from classic rolls like seared salmon and lobster to grilled beef tongue and fried chicken. Chef’s selections include the monkfish tacos and pan fried chicken gyoza.
Patisserie Gateau is an unfussy bakery located in Centre Point Mall. The bakery draws inspiration from traditional French and Chinese baking techniques, with founder chef William Liang having honed his skills in England, France, Germany, Japan and the USA, before opening Patisserie Gateau in 2006. Bread doughs are made by hand, while classic cakes are
Caribbean meets Asian soul food at the Dundas West hot spot Patois. Chef and owner Craig Wong named the restaurant after the primary Jamaican national language because it represents the merging of cultures, which is exactly what Wong is doing with the food. The menu features a variety of Asian staples and classic Jamaican influences,
Located inside Pacific Mall, this restaurant is, as the name suggests, famous for its Peking Duck. But it has a ton of options on the menu, ranging from dim sum to fried rice, fried noodles, soup and a variety of meat and vegetable dishes. There are also a variety of combos that feed different amounts
Toronto’s vegan mecca is taking on Asian-inspired plant-based cuisine at Planta Queen. Since the opening of the Yorkville location, Planta has been leading the way for the vegan fine dining scene. The Queen location goes to new heights as its menu is completely inspired by the flavours of Japan and China. Featuring menu items like
Restaurateur and CEO of the Chase Hospitality Group, Steven Salm, has heard your pleas with the group’s newest addition, Planta, with chef David Lee at the helm. It has found a new home in the former spot that was Pangaea at Bay and Cumberland.
Celiacs rejoice! Riz on Yonge describes itself as a gluten-free restaurant serving the finest in celiac-safe Asian cuisine. It has received a Gluten Free Food Service Certification (GFFS) from the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America (GIG). The menu features Japanese, Thai and other Asian cuisines, like spring rolls, dumplings, sushi and Thai curry, and