Toronto’s very own Patrick J. Adams (Suits) and breakout star Elle Chapman (The Man from Otto), delighted us at a special Advance Screening of The Madison! The Screening took place at Cineplex Yonge-Eglinton and VIP, a few blocks from Adams‘ high school and part-time job!

This Family Drama, by Taylor Sheridan (Yellowstone), is about The Clyburn family, which relocate from New York to Montana, after a crippling tragedy. The Cast is led by icons Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell. Adams and Chapman play couple Russell and Paige, the latter, a Clyburn.

The Series consists of six episodes and already has been greenlit for season two!

Highlights from the evening:

THE MADISON streams March 14, 2026 on Paramount+, and the final three episodes drop the following week!

(Photo/video credit: Paramount+/Mr. Will Wong)

Vancouver’s cult-favourite fried chicken brand DL Chicken is officially arriving in Toronto. Founded by hospitality entrepreneur Doug Stephen, the celebrated Nashville hot chicken concept will open its first Toronto location at 538 Manning Avenue at Harbord Street, with a soft opening scheduled for March 20. The licensed restaurant will debut with an intimate 20-seat dining room, with plans to introduce a patio and private dining room in the near future as the concept establishes itself in the city.

To mark its Toronto arrival, DL Chicken will also give away 100 OG Sandos to the first 100 guests on March 24 at 11:00 a.m. (limit one per person, while supplies last), with additional social media giveaways planned throughout the opening month. Hours of operation will be Monday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. with adjusted hours for the initial opening period.

Known for its bold, crave-worthy approach to Nashville hot chicken, DL Chicken has built a devoted following in Vancouver since its debut, drawing regular lineups for its signature fried chicken sandwiches and comfort-driven sides. The Toronto opening marks the brand’s first expansion outside British Columbia and a significant step in its continued growth.

From Vancouver Cult Favourite to National Expansion
DL Chicken was founded by Toronto native Doug Stephen, a longtime hospitality professional who built an illustrious career in the city’s restaurant scene before relocating to Vancouver. The brand first launched in 2018 on Vancouver’s Commercial Drive, quickly becoming one of the city’s most talked-about casual dining spots. Now, with its Toronto opening, Stephen brings the concept back to his hometown in a full-circle moment for the brand.

Inspired by the heat and flavour of Nashville hot chicken, DL Chicken developed a cult following almost immediately. Its fried chicken sandwiches—crispy, juicy, and layered with bold spice levels—became a defining dish of Vancouver’s casual dining scene, drawing lineups down the block and earning the restaurant a reputation as one of the city’s most popular comfort-food destinations.

The brand’s growth has been careful and deliberate. In a major milestone for the company, DL Chicken was recently selected as a vendor for the highly anticipated Time Out Market at Oakridge Park in Vancouver. The international food hall concept is known for curating standout chefs and restaurants in every city it enters, and inclusion in the market signals DL Chicken’s evolution from neighbourhood favourite to a recognized culinary brand within Canada’s broader food scene.

The Toronto opening marks the next chapter in that expansion.

The Food: Bold, Comforting, and Built to Crave
At the heart of DL Chicken’s success is its flagship fried chicken sandwich: juicy chicken marinated for maximum tenderness, fried to order for a crackling crisp exterior, and finished with crunchy pickles, creamy slaw, and the restaurant’s signature sauces on a toasted bun.

Guests can choose from a range of spice levels—from mild warmth to the fiery signature heat that defines Nashville hot chicken—allowing diners to tailor the experience to their preferred intensity.

The menu is intentionally focused, highlighting the chicken itself while offering indulgent sides that have become staples among loyal fans. Fries, creamy mac and cheese, and other comfort-driven accompaniments round out the offering, creating a menu built for pure satisfaction.

Leading the lineup is the OG Fried Chicken Sando, DL’s flagship sandwich. A thick, juicy piece of fried chicken is layered onto a soft brioche bun with crunchy slaw, pickles, and house sauce, creating a perfect balance of heat, crunch, acidity, and richness in every bite.

Equally beloved are the Chicken Tenders, generously sized pieces of hand-breaded fried chicken that showcase DL’s perfectly seasoned crust and juicy interior. Served with a variety of house-made sauces, they allow guests to experience the brand’s signature spice blends in their purest form.

On the side, crinkle-cut fries with DL Sauce —a tangy, creamy house blend— and the fan-favourite Turbo Crunch Potato Salad, finished with a satisfying panko topping, round out the experience and have developed their own loyal following.

What distinguishes DL Chicken is the balance between simplicity and craft. The recipes draw inspiration from Southern hot chicken traditions, but the execution reflects a modern Canadian sensibility: quality ingredients, thoughtful seasoning, and food designed to deliver bold flavour in every bite. The Toronto location will also debut a new sando created exclusively for the city, offering a local twist on the brand’s signature fried chicken.

A Toronto Location with Its Own Identity
While the food will remain faithful to the DL Chicken approach that built its reputation in Vancouver, the Toronto location introduces a slightly more refined atmosphere.

Located at 538 Manning Avenue at Harbord Street, the restaurant will feature a more elevated design aesthetic than the Vancouver locations, offering a polished yet relaxed setting that reflects Toronto’s vibrant dining culture.

The intimate dining room will seat 20 guests and operate with a liquor licence, creating a casual but comfortable environment to enjoy the brand’s signature menu. Future plans for the space include the addition of a patio and a private dining room, expanding the restaurant’s ability to host gatherings and neighbourhood events.

For founder Doug Stephen, bringing DL Chicken to Toronto represents both a milestone for the brand and an opportunity to introduce the concept to one of North America’s most dynamic food cities.
“Toronto has one of the most exciting and diverse food scenes anywhere in the world,” said Doug Stephen, founder of DL Chicken. “There’s a deep appreciation here for bold flavours and great comfort food. We’ve always felt that what we do would resonate in this city, and we’re incredibly excited to finally bring DL Chicken to Toronto.”

With its first Toronto location, DL Chicken hopes to replicate the energy that made it a neighbourhood institution in Vancouver—serving food that is indulgent, flavour-packed, and designed to keep people coming back.

VVS Films x Mr. Will are thrilled to give Readers a chance to win passes to an Advance Screening of MAYA & SAMAR. Toronto and Montreal advance screenings take place on Tuesday, March 17th at Cineplex Cinemas Varsity & VIP at 7:00PM; Montreal screening is taking place on Thursday, March 19th at Cineplex Cinema Banque Scotia Montreal at 7:00PM.

OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS

Maya, a rising journalist at a hip indie website, covers sex and music with free-flowing thought and liberal practice.

Samar, a queer Afghan who landed in Greece following a harrowing escape from the Taliban, lives without papers in Athens, dancing in a club for cash.

After a fateful meeting on the outskirts of Athens, their worlds collide in a brief yet torrid affair that exposes their conflicting cultures.

With Samar, Maya crafts her latest headline; with Maya, Samar crafts an unexpected twist, exposing the raw truth behind privilege.

DIRECTED BY

Anita Doron

STARRING

Nicolette Pearse, Amanda Babaei Vieira, Brenna Coates, Antonis Giannakos, Aris Athanasopoulos, Agni Scott

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VVS Films release MAYA & SAMAR March 20, 2026.

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With maple season underway across Canada, Krispy Kreme Canada is celebrating one of the country’s most iconic flavours with its maple doughnut, made with real maple syrup.

Available exclusively at Krispy Kreme Canada locations, the maple doughnut is a simple and delicious way for Canadians to enjoy the taste of maple season this March. Whether stopping by after a weekend outing, grabbing a sweet afternoon treat, or adding it to a seasonal food crawl, it’s an easy way to indulge in a classic Canadian flavour while maple festivities are in full swing.

Visit Krispy Kreme Canada for more. And by the way, St. Patrick’s Day doughnuts also are out!

We get a new Trailer for HOKUM, arriving in theatres via Elevation Pictures on May 1, 2026.

Directed by: Damian McCarthy
Starring: Adam Scott, Peter Coonan, David Wilmot

When reclusive novelist Ohm Bauman (Scott) retreats to a remote Irish inn to scatter his parents’ ashes, the staff’s tales of an ancient witch haunting the honeymoon suite take hold of his mind. Soon, disturbing visions and a shocking disappearance draw him into a nightmarish confrontation with the darkest corners of his past.

Thursday, March 19th is Free Cone Day, where DQ® Rewards members can receive one FREE small Vanilla cone by redeeming the deal in the DQ Mobile App*.

But the fun doesn’t stop there: At participating stores, fans can also opt into ‘Dip it for Kids’ by adding any dip to their cone for $1. All proceeds go directly to local children’s hospitals across Canada through the Children’s Miracle Network.

What’s raised locally stays local. Every dollar donated at DQ stores goes directly to the children’s hospital foundation in that community, helping fund the highest-priority needs at local children’s hospitals.

‘Dip it for Kids’ applies to DQ’s classic Chocolate Dip as well as the NEW Mint Crunchin’ Cookie Dipped Cone—a subtle mint-flavoured cone coating with choco cookie pieces.

LONNIE “THE HAWK” HAWKINS IS BACK ON THE COURSE & MAKES HIS NETFLIX DEBUT THIS SUMMER

One of the greatest names in golf history (that you’re somehow only just hearing about), American hero Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins is Will Ferrell’s newest original character. And he’s so big, one teaser couldn’t contain him…so we’re releasing THREE. Grab your visors and get your first look at Lonnie’s announcement that he will be attempting once more to get back onto the PGA TOUR.

This Saturday, keep your eyes on the fairway at THE PLAYERS Championship…because Lonnie Hawkins’ biggest fans are waking up—and they’re ready to make some noise.

Today, Disney+ announced that “Love Overboard,” hosted by Gabby Windey, will premiere on Thursday, March 26, 2026 with all nine episodes, exclusively on Hulu on Disney+ in Canada.

Get ready to hit the high seas with “Love Overboard”! Step aboard the ultimate luxury yacht, where sexy singles are ready to mix and mingle … and find love. But there’s a twist … gaining access to the yacht’s extravagant amenities won’t be so simple. As the journey unfolds, romance ignites; alliances form; and hearts are shattered. In the end, only one couple will reign supreme. Who will rise to the top, and who will be left stranded?

The series features Contestants Leela (@leelafleck), Gia (@giaaldeisert), Lexi (@lexiborges_), Beau (@beaubailey__), Enna (@enna_nutschell), Bella (@bellauhlou), James (@jamesbarranca), Keif (@chiefkeifers), Koray (@korayeast), Lauren (@lolo_ollivierre), Reece (@reecekane), Sofia (@sofia_bevarly), Tim (@timdemirjian), Sade (@sadeidera), David (@itsdavid.fuhrmann), Andrew (@andrewpetersen), and Shipwreckers Christine (@kingchrxstine), Bradley (@bradatthegym), Jake (@jake.rath), Prasad (@lordpjr), Val (@valzuluaga) and Delaney (@delaneykluger).

“Love Overboard” is produced by Alex Cooper’s production company Unwell Productions, Jeff Jenkins Productions in association with 3BMG, and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Cooper will serve as executive producer alongside Matt Kaplan and Mina Lefevre at Unwell Productions; Jeff Jenkins, Russell Jay-Staglik, and Jason Ehrlich at Jeff Jenkins Productions; and Ross Weintraub and Reinout Oerlemans at 3BMG.

Robust parental controls ensure that Disney+ remains a suitable viewing experience for everyone in the family. Subscribers can set access limits on mature content and create PIN-protected profiles alongside the already existing Junior Mode profiles to give parents and guardians peace of mind.

Today, we get a new Trailer for POWER BALLAD. Cineplex Pictures release June 5, 2026.

Genre: Musical, Comedy
Directed by: John Carney
Cast: Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu, and Jack Reynor
Synopsis: When Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves – even if it means risking everything he cares about. From writer-director John Carney (Sing Street, Once), POWER BALLAD is a feel-good story about music, self-respect, friendship, and the price of ambition.

About Cineplex Pictures
Cineplex Pictures, a division of Cineplex, is a Canadian film distributor specializing in theatrical releases across various genres. Past releases include The Housemaid, Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, The Queen of My Dreams, John Wick: Chapter 4, and The Boy and the Heron, with upcoming titles such as Michael, and The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping among others.

Get ready to portal-jump back into the multiverse – Rick and Morty, the #1 series on STACKTV* and a top five entertainment specialty program**, is back with a season that’s bigger, bolder, and more ambitious than ever. The galaxy’s favourite duo returns when Season 9 of Rick and Morty premieres Sunday, May 24 at 11 p.m. ET/PT on Adult Swim and STACKTV. Viewers can catch-up on Seasons 1-8 on STACKTV now.

The official Season 9 description:

Rick and Morty is back, baby! Season 9 is all certified bangers. No AI slop! Just Grade A organic slop, made by real humans with real human traits like back hair and cysts. Please watch, or we’ll have neglected our families for nothing.

Season 8 of Rick and Morty reached over 1 million Canadians on Adult Swim**. The series has garnered two Emmys for “Outstanding Animated Program.” It stars Ian Cardoni, Harry Belden, Sarah Chalke, Chris Parnell, and Spencer Grammer and is executive produced by Dan Harmon and Scott Marder, who also serves as showrunner.

Rick and Morty and Adult Swim’s hit series can be streamed via STACKTV, available on Amazon Prime Video, Bell Fibe TV app, Fubo, Rogers Ignite TV and Ignite Streaming. Showcase is also available through all major TV distributors, including: Shaw, Shaw Direct, Rogers, Bell, Videotron, Telus, Cogeco, Eastlink and SaskTel.