‘Tis the season of love. Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and if you want to take your Valentine on a special date to celebrate this year, you should reserve your seats sooner than later! Tons of Toronto restaurants have special Valentine’s Day experiences to ensure you and your date have a night that stands out from the rest.
Here’s where you should take your Valentine to eat in Toronto on Feb 14th (and beyond).
KŌST
Take your Valentine all the way up to the 44th floor at KOST for great views and a delish 3-course dinner on February 14th for $105 a person. The current KOST Chalet is still available and an excellent choice for a cozy romantic, apres ski type dinner!
SARA
Celebrate Valentine’s Day this year in the airy atmosphere of SARA restaurant with a curated menu, including dish options such as Hamachi Crudo, Ikura Latke, Wagyu Reuben, and more. Reserve your spot here!
Akira Back
Treat you and your loved one to a decadent 5-course set menu at one of Toronto’s most romantic and moody restaurants, Arika Back. You’ll get to enjoy modern Japanese cuisine with authentic Korean flavours alongside your partner and a special Valentine’s Day dessert!
Chica
Chica, the 2-time Michelins recommended tapas bar at King & Portland, still has some openings for its special Valentine’s Day 3-course dinner! The menu includes options such as Croquettas de Jamon Con Trufas, Tartar de Carne, Costillas Horneadas, and more! Book your table here.
Pink Sky
If you and your love, love seafood, we have the perfect V-Day date for you! Pink Sky is hosting a seafood-inspired extravaganza with a 4-course menu with plenty of decadent options to choose from. Its Valentine’s Day menu will be available on February 14th, 16th, and 17th.
Byblos Uptown & Downtown
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Byblos Uptown or Downtown with a romantic 3-course menu, featuring Eastern Mediterranean favourites such as Lamb Ribs, Grilled Branzino Fillet, Eggplant Schnitzel, Jewelled Rice, and more. Book at Byblos Uptown here, and Byblos Downtown here.
Ultra
From exceptional Pan-Asian cuisine and elevated cocktails to luxurious avant-garde decor inspired by Alexander McQueen, Ultra is the ultimate sensory destination, perfect for special occasion dining. This Valentine’s Day, the restaurant is offering a 3-course family-style prix-fixe dinner for $140 a person!
Daphne
Escape from the ordinary this Valentine’s Day at Daphne! The restaurant is hosting a 4-course prix fixe menu at $125 per person for the special day. Make your reservation here!
Margo
In the heart of Toronto’s King West neighbourhood, Margo pulls inspiration from the diverse cultures, fresh ingredients, and unique flavours found along the Mediterranean Coastline. Enjoy a Valentine’s Day to remember with an à la carte menu (with a min spend of $125 per person) and a live jazz band featuring Queen Pepper.
Amal
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Amal this year with its signature Lebanese à la carte menu, complimentary flowers, and romantic picture-worthy atmosphere. What’s not to love?
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Nothing says romance quite like an IKEA 3-course dinner in honour of Valentine’s Day.
If you haven’t made any Valentine’s Day plans yet, and happen to love IKEA’s cuisine then you’re in luck – the affordable Swedish Restaurant we all enjoy visiting while furniture shopping is hosting a V-Day celebration.
Participating IKEA locations across Canada are hosting a Valentine’s Day 3-course dinner for two on February 14th, and tickets are only $34.99! Bring your children along for just $5.99 each.
If you want to snag tickets, visit a participating IKEA location, and tickets will be available in the IKEA Swedish Restaurant.
What is included in this festive three-course dinner you ask? Each adult ticket includes a starter, main, dessert, and a mocktail – for two!
For the starter, you can choose from Tomato Feta Soup, Hungarian Mushroom Soup, Caesar Salad, or House Salad. The 3 main course options include Meatballs in a Demi-glace Sauce, Sundried Tomato Pesto Plant Balls or Veggie Balls, or Mediterranean Salmon. For Dessert, you can choose between Cheesecake, Chocolate Cake, or Daim Cake.
There will be alcoholic beverages available to purchase separately at the event!
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Nothing says romance quite like an IKEA 3-course dinner in honour of Valentine’s Day.
If you haven’t made any Valentine’s Day plans yet, and happen to love IKEA’s cuisine then you’re in luck – the affordable Swedish Restaurant we all enjoy visiting while furniture shopping is hosting a V-Day celebration.
Participating IKEA locations across Canada are hosting a Valentine’s Day 3-course dinner for two on February 14th, and tickets are only $39.99!
If you want to snag tickets, visit a participating IKEA location and tickets will be available in the IKEA Swedish Restaurant.
What is included in this festive three-course dinner you ask? Each adult ticket includes a starter, main, dessert, and a mocktail – for two!
The starter, dessert, and mocktail options may vary by location and for the main, you can choose between these three options:
- Meatballs with spiced potatoes served with fresh herbs, arugula, and pea salad with turmeric sour cream sauce.
- Plant balls with curry cauliflower, lime & coconut sauce, served with green beans and red pepper salsa.
- Salmon served with vegetable vermicelli, Sichuan vegetables, and sauteed sesame coriander sauce.
There will be alcoholic beverages available to purchase separately at the event!
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If you’re looking for new dinnerware to add to your collection or to upgrade your older pieces, there are many sites to check out that offer fresh styles. From plate sets to serving dishes to sparkling glasses, these online stores carry a wide range of products while offering the highest quality. Plus, you can find what you need at varying price points that fit into your budget.
Here are the best sites to shop for high-quality dinnerware.
April Cornell
April Cornell is a women run, women owned company that is devoted to giving back. It’s located in Burlington, Ontario, and proudly manufactures products in its own factory (Cornell Overseas) near New Delhi, India. So, if that boho, farm feel is your style, you’re sure to love the entire site. It has a nice variety of kitchen and home pieces, along with breath taking apparel textiles.
CB2
If your home reflects that modern vibe, then CB2 is right up your alley. From exquisitely simple plates, bowls, and cutlery sets, this site has all of the minimalistic pieces that you’ve ever dreamed of.
Nella Cutlery
Nella Cutlery has been serving Canada’s food industry since 1951. Although it specializes in the restaurant bizz, you can also purchase items for your home! Plus, the shop carries many top brands with thousands of products available for purchase online.
Lineage Ceramics
The Vancouver based company has such a beautiful selection of dinnerware. Lineage Ceramics recently launched its very first collection of fare-forward ceramic tableware, which includes their iconic deep plates, wide-brimmed salad bowls, and large entree platters that come in neutral toned hues. Fusing traditional ceramic methods with an elevated, modern design Lineage aims to bring an upscale sophistication and beauty into your kitchen for every meal.
Wayfair
Wayfair believes everyone should live in a home they love, so through technology and innovation, it makes this possible. The site gives shoppers a quick and easy way to find exactly what they’re searching for from a selection of more than 18 million items across home furnishings, décor, housewares, and more. It has a fantastic dinnerware selection at great prices.
Fable
Crafted by local Portuguese ceramists, Fable’s dinnerware is absolutely stunning. It’s products are made using a balance of machinery and an artisan’s touch. The materials are made from locally sourced recycled ceramics and clay. Instead of flushing saturated water down the drain, it’s recycled on site, creating zero water waste at the facility.
Kitchen Stuff Plus
Kitchen Stuff Plus is a leading Canadian retailer in housewares and home decor. The company buys direct so that its customers can acquire products at a lower cost. Kitchen Stuff Plus is obsessed with finding modern, unique solutions that help make everyday life easier. Best of all, the prices are up to 60% less than department stores and other specialty retailers.
Pottery Barn
Inventory at Pottery Barn is created to last you a lifetime. You can even browse through products that are sustainable, organic, non-toxic, handmade, and fair trade certified. The site has so many high-quality dinnerware collection sets to browse through, as well as single pieces.
Linen Chest
Quality is at the forefront of Linen Chest’s values. It’s a family owned business and now has over 30 store locations across Canada. Linen Chest carries a wide selection of the latest trends and name brands from around the world. In addition, it has an awesome sale section to score pieces at a discount.
Cookery
Cookery is a specialty kitchenware store and cooking class studio. The first location opened in Toronto’s Roncesvalles neighbourhood in 2014. Now there are three locations in Toronto, and one in Montreal! Also, the shops have a beautiful collection of both heirloom and everyday cookware. This includes kitchen tools, barware, dinnerware, cookbooks, and more.
Williams Sonoma
With more than 50 years of culinary experience, Williams Sonoma has a great reputation when it comes to durability and style. It has designed and developed exclusive collections of tools, high-quality dinnerware, and more. Clearly, from the ergonomic designs to quality materials used, no detail is overlooked.
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You work hard all day and the last thing you want to do after a (sometimes stressful) commute home is slave over the kitchen for hours. We’ve already shared with you our favourite one pot recipes, meals under $10 and time-saving crockpot meals, and now it’s time to show you our favourite 30 minute meals! Take a peek at them below and don’t be afraid – though some of the recipes sound super technical, we swear they’re not! They’re quick, easy, delicious and are sure to become staples in your household.
1. Asian Lettuce Wraps
Total cook time = 25 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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2. Potato, Corn & Bacon Chowder
Total cook time = 30 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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3. Herbed Chicken with Orzo and Zucchini
Total cook time = 20 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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4. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken
Total cook time = 30 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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5. Pan Seared Pork Chops with Dijon Butter Sauce
Total cook time = 30 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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6. Artichoke Flatbread
Total cook time = 19 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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7. Chinese Green Beans with Ground Turkey Over Rice
Total cook time = 25 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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8. Whisky Glazed Salmon with Mango Habanero Chutney
Total cook time = 30 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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9. Oven Baked Pesto Tilapia
Total cook time = 20 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
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10. Stuffed French Bread
Total cook time = 30 minutes. Get the full recipe here.
Will you give any of these 30-minute meals a shot?
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