Jollibee is finally opening its first downtown Toronto location! It’s expected to open its doors before the end of the year.
This follows the news last month, from a press release, that Jollibee is aiming to open 300 stores in North America by 2024.
Back in 2019, the Filipino fried chicken joint did announce that it would be opening a new restaurant on 334 Yonge Street in Toronto, but didn’t mention anything since then, until now, of course.
A spokesperson for Jollibee confirmed in a statement to BlogTo that it will be opening on the corner of Yonge and Gould. The area is quite popular with retail and often busy with people, so it’s definitely a great spot to open for business.
Although the new Jollibee restaurant will be open, due to the COVID-19 restrictions, it will only be available for takeout and delivery.
So, even though you may not be able to feast at the restaurant, the important thing is that you can still enjoy your fried chicken elsewhere.
Rumour also has it that Jollibee will be opening a new location in Midtown Toronto, but the opening date has not been released quite yet.
If you’re a fan of the restaurant, then stay tuned for more news on opening dates.
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Get a load of this! A pizza subscription has launched and is now available in Toronto. General Assembly Pizza created a delivery service for its frozen pizza line that you can sign up for online.
The innovative pizza subscription service offers free home delivery for 4,6,8, or 10 pizzas for as little at $9
The yummy frozen pizzas are made from premium ingredients that cook at home in just 5-7 minutes.
Founder and CEO Ali Khan Lalani is very excited for the future of this service, saying in a press release, “Along the way, we’ve connected more than ever with our community, and we look forward to bringing a little of that original GA guest experience back into their day-to-day lives, at home.”
Subscribers can choose whichever stack size of pizzas they want and can change, pause, or cancel at any time they choose.
Pizzas are delivered with contactless delivery in tip-top shape in a temperature controlled recyclable box, as well as package tracking, so you know exactly when your cheesy meal is delivered.
The Toronto pizza subscription service delivers all across Toronto to all postal codes beginning with the letter “M”.
GA has plans to expand throughout Ontario in 2021.
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If fancy desserts are your jam, then we have some sad news. It was recently announced that Toronto gelateria L’Arc En Ciel has closed its doors.
The shop closed its doors on Sunday, July 19 and it was known for its unique goodies, yummy gelato, as well as exquisite macaron gelato sandwiches.
The news was announced on Instagram where the shop posted a photo of a sign that read, “last days.” The caption read, “We sincerely thank all of our customers who supported us and appreciated the desserts that we made. And we hope that the future will be bright for everyone!”
L’Arc En Ciel was all about pushing the boundaries and creating new inventions for customers.
The gelato was even made right int the shop and the attention to detail seen in these desserts are truly one of a kind. With the announcement of doors closing, fans of the place have been left gutted. Some have even claimed it’s the best gelato they’ve ever had.
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After months of cooking at home and ordering in take-out, we can’t contain our excitement that restaurant patios have finally been given the green light to reopen in Toronto.
Here are 15 patios in Toronto that are reopening this week!
KOST
Up on the 44th floor at the Bisha Hotel is where you’ll find KOST. The California-inspired restaurant is reopening on Thursday, June 25 for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch!
Akira Back
Also at Bisha Hotel is Akira Back which is known for its tasty modern Japanese cuisine. The restaurant is reopening on its patio out front of the hotel on Thursday, June 25 by reservation only.
Chotto Matte
Tuck into Peruvian-Japanese fusion at Chotto Matte and enjoy its new 3,000 square foot patio that’s reopening Friday, June 26.
Cabana Waterfront Patio
Formerly known as Cabana Pool Bar, Cabana Waterfront Patio is reopening as a restaurant as of Thursday, June 25. The 50,000 square foot space is the largest patio in the city and can safely accommodate over 400 guests.
Sofia Yorkville
Sofia is back! Head over to the glamorous Italian restaurant for a divine dining experience on its stunning patio that reopens on Thursday, June 25.
Labora
Labora is a King West hot spot known for its tasty Spanish dishes and we couldn’t be more excited that it’s opening a brand new patio this Friday.
Gusto 101
Get your fix of delicious pasty and kale salad (if you know, you know) at Gusto 101’s patio that’s reopening on Friday, June 26. The restaurant’s Corktown location is also reopening as well.
The Commoner
The Commoner’s Roncy location will be reopening its patio on Thursday and is accepting reservations for brunch, dinner, and of course, cocktails.
St. Louis Bar & Grill
Craving chicken wings? Then you’re in luck! St. Louis Bar & Grill locations in Toronto and the GTA are reopening Wednesday, June 24 with enhanced safety measures that include digital ordering from your phone!
Steam Whistle Brewing
If beer is your thing, then don’t miss out on celebrating the reopening of Steam Whistle’s Biergarten on Friday, June 26.
Cibo Wine Bar
If it’s Italian you’re craving, then get excited because all three of Cibo’s Toronto locations are reopening their patios this Wednesday.
Marben
Enjoy tasty locally-sourced fare at Marben. The Wellington Street restaurant’s patio is reopening this Friday and you don’t even need a reso!
Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen
We may not be able to travel, but transport yourself to Jamaica via Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen. The restaurant is reopening its patio this Friday!
Five Doors North
Uptown restaurant Five Doors North serves up casual Italian and its reopening its patio this Wednesday, June 24.
Trattoria Nervosa
Legendary Yorkville restaurant Trattoria Nervosa is ready to get back to business on its stunning patio. It’s reopening on Thursday for lunch and dinner.
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Mothers Day will be different this year given that we’ll all still be self-isolating. In years past, mothers everywhere have looked forward to a day just for them, where expectations go out the window and they can pamper themselves without guilt. Usually what this means is no cooking, no cleaning, and a lighter load of “mom duties”… but not this year. The kids will be home ALL day, the house will likely still be a disaster thanks to all the homeschooling and arts & crafts, and the mountain of dishes will still be there. If you’re wondering what can you do this year to make Mother’s Day special for your mom or spouse? Get takeout or delivery from her favourite restaurant. And you’re in luck — many Toronto restaurants have amazing specials on just mom’s special day!
Here are 10 Mother’s Day specials from Toronto restaurants that you can get via takeout or delivery.
The Carbon Bar
Treat mom and the entire family to a $47/person special at The Carbon Bar that’s available for pick-up from May 7 through May 10 from 3 p.m to 9 p.m. The three-course menu will include a cucumber salad, a pitmaster platter that comes with ribs, chicken, sausage, pulled pork, fries, coleslaw, pickles, and lastly, Granny’s apple crisp dessert. Thirsty? Throw in a bottle of bubbly prosecco for an extra $21.
MARBL
For every occasion you can count on MARBL to offer the ultimate meal. For Mother’s Day, there are two options. First up is the “Tulip and Moet For Mom” package that offers an $80 tulip bunch and two gold Moet goblets with the purchase of any 750ml bottle. The second, “Tulip, Brunch, and Moet For Mom” includes a complimentary tulip bunch valued at $30 when you purchase the “Every Day is Brunch” package, which includes a mini Moet, OJ, a champagne flute, and ready-to-eat brunch of eggs, potatoes, bacon, and sausage.
NODO
NODO is doing something different with a special offer at both its Hillcrest and Leslieville locations. For a limited time, you can get a gift with purchase — spend $50 to receive a $10 gift card, spend $75 to get a $15 gift card, and spend $100 to get a $25 gift card.
Mary Be Kitchen
Mary Be Kitchen is offering a Mother’s Day brunch box including brunch for four, as well as a Mother’s Day card from local brand Swell Made Co., and a stylish plant-baby from Jomo Studio. The box will contain a challah french toast kit, housemade berry compote, maple syrup, and more. Want to keep it a surprise? The boxes will be delivered on May 9, and you’ll receive a discrete text message when it arrives at your door so that mom won’t find out about the sweet surprise too early!
KOST
KOST will be offering a Mother’s Day basket complete with DIY coconut pancakes, a bouquet of tulips, macarons, Veuve Clicquot, and complimentary champagne flutes with an option to add on baked eggs. Base pricing is $70 for two and $125 for four.
French Made
With four items per box, French Made is offering customizable build-your-own pastry boxes. Options include butter croissants, blueberry danishes, cinnamon buns, chocolate cookies, walnut amaretti, and more for $15. To step it up a notch, optional Veuve Clicquot and tulips are being offered at $50 for 375mL and $100 dollars for a 750mL bottle.
Miku Toronto
If mom is a sushi lover, treat her to a meal she’ll never forget! Available on only May 9 and 10 is a very special Mother’s Day special from Miku. For $110, the special features a bottle of Giulio Straccali Pinot Grigio, paired with wagyu beef & foie gras, lobster ravioli, sushi, and a mini green tea cake. This offer is available on UberEats, Ritual, and directly from Miku, where guests will save 10%!
Mildred’s Temple Kitchen
Brunch in a box is now available for you to pick up, cook, and enjoy at home for Mother’s Day thanks to Mildred’s Temple Kitchen. The restaurant is offering its signature Mrs. Biederhof’s Buttermilk Pancake Dry Mix for four with additional add-ons available that include ready-to-bake buttermilk biscuits, smoked salmon, wine, Walter Craft Caesar Mix, and much more. Plus, you’ll also receive a complimentary copy of the restaurant’s cookbook when you spend over $100.
Earls Restaurant
Earls’ King Street location is offering a takeout brunch kit with instructions. The kits available are a chocolate chip buttermilk pancake kit, avocado benedict kit, and chorizo hash kit. Make sure to pick up your order directly from Earls to take advantage of 20% off!
Place an order for a Mother’s Day prix fixe lunch to go with Tutto Pronto. The menu includes the choice between a quiche, smoked salmon platter, roast chicken, and multiple additions. Orders must be placed by noon on Friday, May 8 and cost $69 for two people and $129 for four people.
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Cinco De Mayo is a time to celebrate the Mexican culture! Many confuse the day as independence for Mexico, but it’s actually a day that marks a failed invasion by the French. Cinco De Mayo is all about celebrating Mexican heritage and what better way to do that than by throwing a fiesta?! Normally you could get festive by visiting your fave Mexican restaurants but due to quarantine, you’ll have to party it up at home. Not sure where to start? We can help you find delicious traditional foods for pick up or delivery.
Here Are our Top 13 Taco Hot Spots To Order From On Cinco De Mayo.
Taco Gus
Tacos Gus is a hidden gem tucked away in the heart of Kensington Market and it’s great place to check out if you are looking for authentic Mexican with great flavours. Known for being the “real deal” when it comes to original Mexican tacos, this spot have you coming back for more once you get a taste. You’ll find tasty corn tortillas, tender meats like barbacoa, lamb, pastor, asada, and many other menu items that you’ll fall in love with.
Azteca Restaurant
Azteca Restaurant has a wicked selection to choose from including fajitas, tamales, enchiladas, mains, sides, salsas, and even specialty drinks from Mexico. You can order these Mexican delights on UberEATS or SkipTheDishes.
Good Hombres
Good Hombres is offering pre-orders for pick up between 3:30 p..m. until 8:30 p.m. and delivery on UberEATS. You can choose its Build Your Own Tacos kit that comes with 12 tortillas, meat, fillings, and salsa. Don’t forget to check out the restaurant’s delicious feature options like pescado tacos, tamales, and ceviche.
Cinco Mexican Restaurant
Cinco Mexican Restaurant is located in the trendy Roncesvalles area and it’s offering a quarantine menu with a large selection of gourmet and street tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos, churros, and an array of sides. Cinco recently introduced meal kits and fresh produce and groceries to come in the early weeks of May. Available for pick up or take out, you can call or text your order, or order directly from UberEATS or DoorDash.
Playa Cabana
Playa Cabana, is an iconic Toronto taco hot spot that has many sister locations but right now its only location open is the one at 111 Dupont. You can get all your favourite Playa Cabana menu items here and there’s even a selection of alcohol available for take-out or delivery on UberEATS. Bonus points for these guys because to show gratitude for the frontline workers, the restaurant is offering 50% off take out when you present your medical ID.
El Trompo
El Trompo is located in Kensington Market and it specializes in authentic Mexican tacos. This place will win your heart with dishes like nachos, fajitas, quesadillas, and of course dessert. With this line up of food, it’ll be a Taco Tuesday to remember!
Campechano
Campechano keeps it simple with a curated selection of tacos, desserts, Mexican drinks, and of course, guacamole! These items are available for preorder or they are open on UberEATS on Taco Tuesdays only — how fitting!
Itacate
Itacate is open Tuesday to Saturday for take-out and delivery of its tasty traditional Mexican dishes. For delivery, there’s a minimum order of $25 and a $5 delivery charge. What’s amazing is that on Tuesdays starting at 2 p.m., this local business gives free meals to any family neighbours, health care workers, and those who have recently lost their jobs.
Carmelita’s Restaurant
Carmelita’s Restaurant is a casual Mexican eatery in the Junction with raving reviews. This spot offers up a selection of all-day breakfast, pupusas, quesadillas, burritos, tacos, and so much more.
Mad Mexican Taco House
Mad Mexican Taco House offers a selection of tasty Mexican cuisine like traditional tacos, tortas, entrees, delicious desserts, and more just waiting for you to dig into. You can also pick up a selection of beers, ciders, and wines during market hours.
La Tortilleria
La Tortilleria doubles as a taco house and market so whether you want to order in your tacos or get the ingredients to make authentic tacos yourself, this spot has you covered! Its fresh and authentic ingredients will have you feeling like you’re on the streets of Mexico eating tacos on a warm night. The tacos here will have you wishing it could be Taco Tuesday every day!
Tacos El Asador
Tacos El Asador, a Bloor Street West favourite, has tacos, burritos, tostadas, quesadillas, pupusas, and more ready for you to order. You can choose from all your favourite options like al pastor, carnitas, chicken, fish, shrimp, vegetarian, to name a few. The dishes here are simple yet delicious, full of flavour, and very filling.
Rebozos Taqueria
Rebozos Taqueria is a family-owned and operated business run by a husband and wife duo. Recognized for its quality food and unique flavours, this taqueria won “Best Taco of Toronto” on the Food Wars with its beef tongue taco. With classic carnitas, chicken and beef tacos, enchiladas, pozole, and more ready to be delivered within the GTA, this taco spot needs to be on your radar!
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Well it’s about freaking time. Us Canadians have been hearing about the infamous Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich for some time now, and we’re super excited to announce that it’s finally making its way north of the border.
While no firm dates have been announced, Daily Hive reports that Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich will be available in Canada before the end of 2020.
Big food news – Canada will be getting the famed Popeyes chicken sandwich that has caused a sensation in the U.S. The Chief Corporate Officer at RBI tells me “The plan is later this year, though we have not announced when yet. “We are aiming for later this year” pic.twitter.com/cWcbDmlDAj
— Richard Southern (@richard680news) February 14, 2020
The news was first reported by Richard Southern, a reporter for 680 News and a Popeye’s spokesperson told Narcity, “As previously reported we plan to bring the sandwich to Canada later this year, but have not yet announced specific dates.”
Wondering why this sandwich is making headlines? Well, it consists of a white-meat chicken breast that’s marinated in tasty Louisiana seasonings that’s hand-battered in a buttermilk dredge. After it’s been fried to perfection, it’s served on a toasted brioche bun complete with pickles and classic or spicy mayonnaise.
Popeye’s Chicken Sandwich was introduced in the U.S in August of last year and it was so popular that folks were lining up for hours just to get their hands on one and it eventually sold out.
Here’s hoping that there are enough chicken sandwiches to go around once it launches in Canada!
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The holiday season is always magical, but step inside the Toronto Christmas Market that opens today, and it’s like living in a European Christmas village. But in addition to the charm and Christmas magic, there’s also a wide assortment of holiday treats available from a variety of vendors that’ll make your experience at the market even sweeter.
From classic Canadian poutine, to Belgian-style waffles, the Toronto Christmas Market has all your fave holiday treats available in spades.
Cacao 70 Express
There’s something magical about strolling through the snow with a hot chocolate in your hands. Need something sweet treat? Cacao 70 Express’ chocolatey crepes, and warm cinnamon sugar churro donuts are equally as delicious.
Schnitzel Haus
Live out your Euro market fantasy with Schnitzel Haus’ Pork Schnitzel that’s served with pickled peppers and caramelized onions on a pretzel bun. New this year is its plant-based Beyond Bratwurst made from Beyond Meat.
Lil Arvo
A sister to Arvo Coffee, a staple in the Distillery since 2016, Lil Arvo is a chocolate fondue popup that will be using only the best ingredients and serving exclusive drinks for Christmas Market goers.
Poutine du Canada
Indulge in the classic French Canadian poutine. Can’t get enough of the holiday season already? Sample the Gobbler Poutine that’s made with smoked turkey and stuffing, or opt for the Champignon Poutine that’s made with mushroom and tasty roasted garlic.
Santa’s BBQ
Thought barbecue season was over? Think again because we hear that Santa loves a Bratwurst. This is the place to go for all things meat with offerings ranging from hot dogs, thick-cut smoked bacon sandwiches, and Beyond Bratwurst sausage, to jumbo pretzels, traditional german pork jerky, and even grilled corn.
Winter Warmers
Nothing is better than a warm and cozy meal on a chilly winters day. Warm up with Winter Warmers and its pierogies or split pea and ham soup.
Pretzel Haus
Everyone loves a portable snack, right? Stroll around the market and enjoy a variety of pretzels from Pretzel Haus. Options range from sesame seed pretzels and poppy seed pretzels, to cinnamon sugar pretzels, marzipan stollen, and fruit cake.
Das Kartoffelhaus
Potato’s truly make the world go round and here at Das Kartoffelhaus, you can enjoy a whole potato spiralled onto a skewer with a choice of your favourite seasoning.
Good Grieves
There’s nothing like enjoying quality shortbread at this time of year and the folks at Good Grieves know it. The store’s handmade recipe is super delicious as it’s been made by hand with the family recipe!
Eva’s Original Chimneys
A Christmas Market must-try are Eva’s Original Chimneys. These chimney cakes are hand-rolled and freshly baked. Plus they’re a delicious, warm and festive treat that’s served just like in traditional Hungarian Christmas markets.
Schokoladen S’mores
You had us at s’mores! These s’mores in a jar are exactly what dreams are made of with a golden graham crust bottom, layered with house-made marshmallow cream, and finished with decadent chocolate ganache.
The Gingerbread House
What is Christmas without gingerbread? Enjoy sugar cookies, cake pops, marshmallow pops, chocolate-dipped pretzels, and of course, gingerbread.
Wafel Bar
Waffles are great but have you ever had a real Belgian Liege-style waffle? Well it’s time you did and Wafel Bar’s are served fresh off the hot cast iron and are delicious on their own, or they can be enjoyed with a variety of toppings.
Tartistry
You may feel like you’re in a European Christmas market but you’re still in Canada. Sample beloved butter tarts at Tartistry that are made with 100% barrel-churned creamery butter and pure bourbon vanilla.
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