Looking to familiarize yourself with other neighbours in the city or even explore your own even more? Leslieville is a great spot on the east end of Toronto that has a handful of hidden gems to pay a visit to. Who knows, maybe you’ll even find your new go-to area.
Here are places to check out the next time you go to Leslieville.
The Leslieville Farmer’s Market
Address: 150 Greenwood Ave, Toronto, ON M4L 2R1 (Open every Sunday from May 15-October 30)
The Leslieville Farmers’ Market is definitely worth a stop by if you’re in the area on a Sunday. You’ll browse a ton of vendor tents full of fresh produce, flowers, and more. It’s a great way to connect to local farmers, food producers, and those in your community!
Lazy Daisy’s Cafe
Address: 1515 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4L 2A4
At Lazy Daisy’s, not only can you dine for some delicious brunch, but you can purchase baked goods to take home with you like their mouth-watering buttermilk biscuits! Everything that you’ll indulge in here is made homemade locally and farm-fresh.
Dineen Coffe Co.
Address: 1042 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1Z5
Dineen Coffee Co. has three locations across Toronto which include Yonge Street, Bay Street, and Gerrard Street East. This is a great spot to have a quick coffee break and indulge in some yummy pastries (or sandwiches) too!
Bobette & Belle
Address: 1121 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1K9
I can guarantee that you’ve never seen prettier pastries than at Bobette & Belle. The pastry shop puts a focus on creating baked goods that’ll enhance someone’s special event, or even just their day because everyone deserves a stunning treat. If you aren’t around the area but still want to enjoy some sweets, browse the online store!
Good Neighbour
Address: 935 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1J6
Good Neighbour doesn’t just sell awesome men’s and women’s clothing, it also has an impressive selection of footwear, outerwear, housewares, gifts, kidswear, jewellery, accessories, and much more. So while you’re looking for some new threads, you can also scoop up some new home decor while you’re at it.
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There’s no denying that Toronto is a beautiful city, with a breathtaking skyline, vast bodies of water and stunning architecture. Whether you’re taking a stroll, riding your bike or going for drinks with friends, there are certain places that provide epic views of Toronto. From rooftop bars to gorgeous parks, here are 7 places to see the city at its finest.
1. Trillium Park
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Trillium Park is Toronto’s newest park on the grounds of Ontario Place and it offers stunning views of the city. The park features 7.5 acres of public green space, perfect for picnics, taking a stroll and leisurely bike rides. Head to the summit on the southern tip of the park to get an epic view of the water and skyline.
2. Broadview Hotel Rooftop
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Located in Toronto’s east end, head to the Broadview Hotel rooftop for delicious eats, signature drinks and beautiful views of the city and Don River. The 7th-floor rooftop features a 360-degree glass facade, pyramidal skylight, and a broad indoor/outdoor terrace, making it a perfect location for drinks with a view.
3. Kensington Market Parking Garage
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If you’re willing to climb a few flights of stairs, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of Toronto in the heart of Kensington Market. The Kensington Market parking garage is a little-known spot that works perfectly as a city lookout. You’ll get one of the most urban views the city has to offer.
4. Hotel X Falcon SkyBar
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Hotel X is Toronto’s newest luxury hotel with a tri-level rooftop sky bar. You’ll feel like you’re on top of the world, looking out at breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Toronto skyline and gorgeous views of Lake Ontario. Enjoy appetizers and signature cocktails while checking out one of their four stylish spaces: The Perch, The Nest, The View or The Nook.
5. Toronto Islands
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If you’ve ever taken a ferry to the Toronto Islands and looked back towards the city, you’ll know what an amazing view of the skyline you get from the boat. Not to mention the views you can get from the islands themselves. Hop on a ferry over to Wards Island, Hanlan’s Point or Centre Island and check out the city sights. Make a day of it and rent bikes, go to the beach, pack a picnic, and head to the water for canoeing or kayaking.
6. CN Tower
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This list wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the CN tower. One of the world’s tallest free-standing structures, there’s no surprise that the views from the top are spectacular. It may be a costly way to see the city, but it’s definitely worth the price. Check out the LookOut level with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, the glass floor with direct views down, and the Sky Pod, one of the highest observation platforms in the world. And don’t forget the Edge Walk if you want to see Toronto views from the outside.
7. The One Eighty
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Located up on the 51st floor of the Manulife Center, The One Eighty is an upscale restaurant with epic views of the city. Enjoy plates like truffle gnocchi and crispy pork belly with seasonal cocktails, and head out to the patio for 180-degree views of Toronto.
Where else can you get the most epic views of Toronto? Let us know in the comments!
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If you couldn’t already feel it, summer is here! Summer nights mean great city events, and one of the best features of our city is the plethora of outdoor movie screenings. It’s a great way to get out of the house and shake up your normal routine. If you are going to be sitting around watching a movie anyway, why not do it outside for a different experience?
If you are sold on the idea of outdoor movies, it can be difficult to track down all the movies playing. They are often put on by different organizations and in different parts of the city. There’s no denying that it can be somewhat daunting to figure out all the options, which is why were elated to find out that someone has done all the work for us.
The girlfriend of Reddit User velocicopter meticulously put together an entire calendar featuring every outdoor movie playing in the city.
Check out the calendar here.
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While Toronto is, undeniably, one of the safest and most comfortable cities to live in, when it comes to saving money, the struggle is real.
According to proprietary data and consulting industry experts in their field, this year Torontonians need to make at least $39,000 before tax (or $33,440 after tax) to make ends meet in Toronto, which is $400 a month more than in 2017.
LowestRates.ca recently broke down the average cost of living for 20-something-year-olds in the city. Categorizing payments by housing, phone and internet, transportation, groceries, and health and fitness, they considered a number of factors and found an average price for each. Here’s what they came up with:
- Housing: $1,672.13
- Phone and Internet: $127.50
- Transportation: $176.25
- Groceries: $283.60
- Entertainment: $354
- Fitness: $75
- Insurance: $52
Among other categories, housing has seen the biggest increase since the past year. In 2017 the median cost of an average unit in Toronto a single person would have to pay stood at $1,334.75. This year, the rental rate has gone up by more than $300. The average total spent per month is now $2,740, while last year it was $2,350.
Even though provincial and federal officials are doing their best to make Toronto more affordable, the cost of living in the city is still rising. And while there’s nothing we can do to combat rising prices, there are still spendings that we can control. If you want to learn how to save more money this year, check out some of the articles below.
Do you agree with these numbers? Share your thoughts in the comment section.
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