If you’re feeling festive, you’re in luck. Toronto’s iconic Winter Village at The Distillery District is officially open for the season!
This week The Distillery Winter Village had its tree-lighting ceremony, sponsored by none other than Dior! Marking the beginning of the many holiday festivities in the district.
The Distillery Winter Village is a picture-perfect holiday experience where friends and family can shop a curated selection from local vendors and shops, dine at the many featured restaurants and outdoor bars, and of course, take pictures in front of the various insta-worthy installations.
This year there is a bit of a twist though. If you’re planning on visiting the Winter Village on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday after 4pm, you’ll need to purchase tickets. General Admission tickets cost $15 and kids 9 and under are free. However, if you’re visiting any other time, entry will be free.
From now until December 17th Distillery restaurants, cafés, and retailers are open from 10am to 9pm, and outdoor shopping cabins and food vendors are open from 12pm to 9pm. That’s plenty of time to shop and explore the village! And The Winter Village will be open until the new year; click here for all other hours and information.
Some of the featured activities include meeting Santa, live music, Carollers, themed photo ops, and so much more!
Head over to he Distillery Winter Village to kick off the holiday season this year!
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The most wonderful time of the year is back… It’s officially PSL season! As of today, the new Starbucks fall menu is here and ready for you to sip and enjoy.
The return of everyone’s favourite fall beverage, the Pumpkin Spice Latte is back for the season, celebrating its 20th anniversary at Starbucks! It’s hard to believe that just over 20 years ago people couldn’t enjoy the fall goodness of a PSL.
Alongside the return of the PSL, the fan-faves Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and Apple Crisp Macchiato are also back!
That’s not all though! Of course, Starbucks came out with some new must-try menu items including the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte, and Iced Apple Crisp Oat Shaken Espresso.
Some delish fall bites that are back for fall include a Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin, Pumpkin & Pepita Loaf, and Fox Sugar Cookie. Yum!
Starbucks lovers can also shop the new fall seasonal merch and the ever-popular Casi Cielo and Thanksgiving Blend for a limited time.
Head over to your local Starbucks now to get a taste of fall! You can check out the full fall menu here.
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Union Station’s summer market known as Union Summer is officially back! From June 26th to August 27th, you can head over to Union’s outdoor patio to enjoy delicious food and drinks from various vendors.
Along with great eats and drinks, there will also be live entertainment including featured films, music, trivia nights, and other performances to look forward to.
Some vendors you can expect are Tropical South, Tut’s Egyptian Street Food, Alimentari, and Mustache Burger. Plus, we can’t forget about the bar.
Throughout the summer there will be rotating vendors, so there will always be something new to taste.
If you’re traveling in or out of the city or simply just want something fun to do this summer, stop by Union Summer for some good times and great eats (did we mention entry is free?).
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All Toronto foodies unite! The popular annual food street festival, Taste of Little Italy, is back this weekend!
From June 16th to 18th you can head over to Collage Street and enjoy live music, tons of food from multicultural vendors, extended patios, carnival rides, shopping and much more!
Over 500,000 people are expected to attend the festival! So rally up your friends and family to join the fun (Yes, children are welcome, too!).
Friday the festival will run from 9PM to 1AM, on Saturday it opens at 11AM and closes at 1AM, followed by the final day, Sunday from 11AM to 11PM.
Clear up your schedule and get ready to indulge this weekend. You won’t want to miss this event to get the ultimate taste of Little Italy.
The 2023 Taste of Little Italy Festival will take place along College Street from Bathurst St. to Shaw St. in Toronto, ON and entry is FREE.
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Ossington is quickly becoming a go-to place to shop and grab a bite in Toronto. With trendy new shops and businesses opening on the regular, the street is becoming increasingly popular! Whether you’re looking to get a relaxing facial, some new jewellery, a new pair of jeans, a cup of coffee, or a bite to eat – Ossington has it all – and more!
Here are our favourite places to visit on Ossington Avenue!
Formula Fig
Formula Fig is a facial bar like no other. Its unique interior, high-tech 30-minute facials, expert staff, and curated selection of skincare products to shop sets it apart from the rest! It’s our fave spot to get a facial, and shop for high-end skincare products!
Duer
Looking for high-quality, performance-driven (and sustainable) jeans and apparel? Look no further! Duer is one of Ossington’s newest additions and it’s stocked full of great denim and lifestyle apparel designed for “doers”… get it? No matter where your day takes you, you’re set, thanks to Duer’s comfortable yet stylish options.
Mejuri
Mejuri just opened a new location right on Ossington! The shop is stunning (and huge), and of course, has Mejuri’s full collection out on display for you to shop, alongside its expert staff to help you along the way.
Paris Paris
Head on over to Paris Paris, into its converted auto garage – that is now an inviting and airy dining room, to indulge in seasonal, contemporary, bistro-inspired cuisine, fun wines, fine spirits, and cocktails!
I Miss You Vintage
I Miss You Vintage is your one-stop shop for luxury designer resale finds. You can find all kinds of designer bags, shoes, clothes, and so much more for up to 70% off the original retail price!
LoversLand
LoversLand is a bridal boutique with a fresh approach to the bridal scene, serving you pieces for your big day and beyond. You can make a private bridal appointment, or pop in to shop the floor. Even if you’re not getting married, you will surely find some great pieces.
Rooms Coffee
If you’re looking for a spot to enjoy some great caffeinated beverages and even better vibes, you have to check out Rooms Coffee on Ossington! Seriously, the vibes are immaculate. Grab a spot on the patio, main floor, or even in the basement to enjoy a cup of coffee and maybe even a game of chess.
Reposado Bar & Lounge
Head over to Reposado Bar & Lounge to enjoy a huge selection of Tequila and Mezcal along with some live music! While you’re there, make sure to order some Mexican tapas to indulge in while you sip.
Melanie Auld Jewelry
Since 2013, Melanie Auld Jewelry has been providing collections of fine and demi-fine pieces that each showcase the power of storytelling. Experience the beauty of the jewellery in-store, and you can even make an appointment to get a bracelet welded on “permanently”!
Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery
Line up at the ever-so-popular Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery to indulge in unique ice cream flavours on house-made cookie ice cream sandwiches (sammies), waffle cones, cups, and to-go tubs! Check out the daily menu prior here!
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Quench your thirst at McDonald’s. Summer Drink Days are back for the season!
We can practically taste summer in the air and with McDonald’s Summer Drink Days being back, we can sip our way into the season with ease.
As of now, Canadians can enjoy a small fountain drink and/or iced coffee for only $1+ tax at participating McDonald’s locations. For the summer season.
If you download the McDonald’s app, you can get any size fountain drink and (non-flavoured) iced coffee for $1. Whereas in-store the $1 offer only stands for a small and costs 25 cents per size upgrade.
Not to mention, for $2 you can get your hands on a small Fruit Splash for an extra splash of refreshment this summer.
Head over to your nearest participating McDonald’s to sip into Summer Drink Days!
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The restaurant that has gone viral on TikTok for its rude service, Karen’s Diner, is coming to Toronto this April!
The name Karen has been dubbed to describe people who are rude to service workers, and Karen’s Diner has flipped the concept around where the staff gives the customers the “Karen” treatment for a taste of their own medicine.
If you want to dine while being completely roasted, or better yet, bring someone you know to get roasted with you, now you can! From April 22 – 30, Karen’s Diner is popping up at Treece in Toronto, as part of its tour.
If you’re reading this thinking “Who would want terrible service at a restaurant?”, well the answer is apparently, a lot. Karen’s Diner has 14 locations across Australia, the U.K., and America!
While dining at Karen’s Diner you can expect an absurd environment full of attitude, banter, bad service, lots of laughs, oh, and American diner-style eats.
Tickets are sure to sell fast, so be sure to snag them quickly! Tickets are $55 a person and include a burger, fries, and a soda.
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Starbucks Canada is giving us a taste of spring with its new Spring Menu launch!
As of today, Starbucks’ Spring Menu, which includes 2 brand new beverages, including a limited-time Canadian exclusive, is available for you to sip and enjoy!
The new Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte is a Canadian exclusive that will be available for a limited time, and a new permanent addition to the menu is the Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew. Yum!
The new Cold Brew that’s here to stay, the Cinnamon Caramel Cream Cold Brew, is sweetened with vanilla syrup and topped with a cinnamon caramel foam and a dusting of cinnamon dolce topping. As with all of Starbucks Cold Brews, it is handcrafted in small batches daily, slow-steeped in cool water for 20 hours, and never touches heat.
The Canadian-exclusive Iced Strawberry Oat Matcha Tea Latte is a matcha green tea paired with the familiar flavour of strawberry, for a taste of spring in every sip. The strawberry-flavoured syrup is combined with matcha and the oat beverage, followed by adding real strawberry pieces, making it look just as good as it tastes.
That’s not all, though! In addition to the 2023 Spring Menu’s fresh new beverages, Starbucks is also rolling out exciting merchandise, products, and Star Rewards offers:
- A new spring-inspired drinkware collection
- The fan-fave dark roast Anniversary Blend is back
- Fresh, new designs for its coffee bags (for the first time in 10 years!). Inspired by the people, moments, and experiences with each blend.
- Starbucks Reward members can celebrate the arrival of Spring with the return of Double Star Days from March 14 – March 16.
The new Starbucks Spring food and beverage menu is now available at Starbucks stores nationwide. It’s time to sip into spring!
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Toronto is the home to many exciting events on a yearly basis. From music festivals to parades, Toronto has it all. We are counting down the days to enjoy an event that doesn’t subject us to the winter chill. Luckily warmer weather and the seasonal events that come along with it are just around the corner! We’ve gathered 10 of the best events to look forward to in the city this year!
Mark your calendars to ensure you don’t miss these Toronto events!
FAN EXPO
Date: March 17-19
Lovers of comics, anime, gaming, and all things pop culture unite for Toronto’s FAN EXPO! There are always special guests, panels, sketches, workshops, and more! Get your tickets here, as the Comicon date is quickly approaching.
TO Food and Drink Fest
Date: March 31 – April 2
Toronto’s Food and Drink Fest is right around the corner! Enjoy 3 days of incredible food, drinks, shopping, music, and more at this 19+ event. In between (or during) drinking and eating, check out The Chef Workshop where you’ll experience the very best local and celebrity chefs cooking live on stage! Get your tickets here.
Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA
Date: April 7 – June 18
Cirque du Soleil is returning to Toronto this spring with its show, KOOZA! If you want to be wowed by acrobatic greatness, and an unforgettable production, get your tickets here!
Doors Open
Date: May 27, 28
Every year, in May, Doors Open Toronto invites the public to explore the city’s most-loved buildings and sites, free of charge! Become a tourist in your own city and explore! There will even be rare access to buildings that aren’t usually open to the public.
Pride Toronto
Date: June 23, 24, 25
Pride Toronto is a not-for-profit organization that supports the 2LGBT2QI+ communities of the city and beyond, and hosts one of the largest pride celebrations in the world! The main parade takes place from the corner of Church St and Bloor St all the way down Yonge St to Yonge-Dundas Square. This year it has a Green Initiative to take a more sustainable approach, in hopes of eventually being 0 waste!
Toronto’s Festival of Beer
Date: July 28-30
Toronto’s Festival of Beer is a highly looked forward to event by Toronto locals and visitors! If you like all kinds of beer, bands, and food, you don’t want to miss this event. Every year it’s hosted at Bandshell Park, and you can get tickets here!
Caribbean Fest
Date: August 3 – 7
North America’s largest Caribbean Festival is hosted right in Toronto! The festival always has a great turnout of people who are there to enjoy great food, music, culture, and the infamous parade!
VELD Music Festival
Date: August 4, 5, 6
VELD Music Festival is the largest annual electronic music festival in Canada. And it’s held right at Downsview Park in Toronto! This year’s lineup has already been released and it includes Loud Luxury and Tiësto in the mix! Get your tickets here to ensure you don’t miss out on this highly anticipated music festival!
CNE (Canada’s National Exhibition)
Date: August 18 – September 4
Canada’s National Exhibition AKA The Ex is coming back again this summer! The first CNE event was way back in 1879 and is still going strong today. It’s Canada’s biggest national fair, full of rides, games, food, and more!
TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival)
Date: September 7 – 17
2023 marks the 48th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival! It’s one of the most attended film festivals in the world, and major celebrities are always in attendance to celebrate international and Canadian cinema. Hosted out of the TIFF Bell Lightbox
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October is always a busy month in Toronto, and there’s no shortage of things to do for those looking to indulge in something delicious. So, if you’re looking for something new to indulge in this month, keep reading!
We’ve rounded up all of the best food and drink events and activities around Toronto worth checking out this October.
Fall N’ Leaves Toronto
Bundle up and grab your friends and head to this cozy outdoor food and wine pop-up that features a pumpkin patch, wood-fired food, a massive hay-bale sofa, and live music.
Where: 164 Bathurst Street
When: On until October 30, 12 pm to 11 pm
Black Lagoon Pop-Up Bar
This Halloween pop-up bar is the place to be for those looking to indulge in some spooky libations this month. Open throughout October, Black Lagoon will serve up creepy cocktails in an equally eerie immersive space.
Where: 875 Bloor Street West (Upstairs)
When: On until October 31st
Chocolate Afternoon Tea
If you’re looking for a decadent activity to try, head to The OMNI King Edward Hotel, which is hosting a special chocolate-themed afternoon tea as part of the Toronto Chocolate Festival. Patrons can look forward to a delicious tea menu complimented by chocolates and chocolate pastries. To make reservations please call the hotel directly at 416-863-9700.
Where: OMNI King Edward Hotel, 37 King Street East
When: Saturdays and Sundays until October 31
Toronto Food Film Festival
Pairing indie films with Toronto’s vibrant local food culture, this food festival invites attendees to come and discover mouth-watering and conversation-starting films along with specially curated snacks, workshops, and incredible tasting menus.
Where: Venues throughout the city
When: October 14-16
A Taste of Nigeria Festival
This festival celebrates every aspect of Nigeria’s rich and lively culture, from music and fashion to food, dance, and art.
Where: Royal Event Center, 30 Gordon Mackay Road
When: October 16, 1 pm to 8 pm
Poutine Festival
Come and indulge in over 50 variations of Canada’s favourite comfort food – poutine! In addition to all of the poutine creations you can handle, this event will also have roller skating, fire pits for marshmallow roasting, an artisan market, and more.
Where: Celebration Square, Mississauga
When: October 28-29
Halloween Food Truck Festival
Delicious food and a spooky vibe? Say less. This Toronto event allows visitors of all ages can enjoy food, drinks, live entertainment, crafts, costumes, and so much more at this Halloween-themed food truck festival. While entrance admission is free, donations to support Variety Ontario’s unique programming for individuals with disabilities are appreciated!
Where: Variety Village — 3701 Danforth Avenue, Scarborough
When: October 29, 12 pm to 8 pm; October 30, 12 pm to 6 pm
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