#FOOD: RILEY’S TORONTO PATIO NOW OPEN
Riley's patio is now open for service. In the short time they've arrived in Toronto, the praise has been unanimous for their elegant dining and warm service.
As Toronto's patio season is in full swing, Riley's Fish & Steak has unveiled its expansive 1,500-square-foot, 85-seat covered patio, offering one of downtown Toronto's premier outdoor dining destinations.
Located in the heart of the Entertainment District, the patio serves Riley's full menu of premium steaks, fresh seafood, and ...
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#FOOD: LYLA ENTERS NEW ERA UNDER EXDCUTIVE CHEF DANIEL KIM
Lyla has appointed Daniel Kim as Executive Chef and Seungho Jeon as Sous Chef, ushering in the next evolution of the restaurant’s culinary concept. Together, the chefs are building on Lyla’s Mediterranean foundation with a more focused coastal perspective, emphasizing exceptional seafood, handmade pasta, premium ingredients and seasonality.
The new direction is an evolution rather than a reinvention. Since opening at 60 Sudbury Street, Lyla has become known for its design-forward ...
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#FOOD: STARBUCKS UNICORN FRAPPUCCINO BACK TWO DAYS ONLY
One of Starbucks most legendary beverages will return to coffeehouses around the world for one magical weekend. The Unicorn Frappuccino® blended beverage, which became a viral sensation in 2017, will be available in Canadian Starbucks on August 15 and 16, while supplies last.
The Unicorn Frappuccino® blended beverage is a magical sweet and tart blend of creamy mango flavours layered with a tangy blue drizzle, finished with whipped cream and a sweet and tart pink and blue topping. A swirl ...
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#FOOD: MICHELIN-RECOMMENDED PAI EXPANDS TO MISSISSAUGA
PAI, the celebrated Northern Thai restaurant founded by Chef Nuit Regular and Jeff Regular, is expanding with its first Mississauga location, set to open in fall 2026 at Square One Shopping Centre. Responding to years of requests from guests eager to experience PAI closer to home, the new restaurant marks the brand's continued growth across the Greater Toronto Area.
Located in Unit FM07 within Square One's Food District, the restaurant will feature 88 indoor seats and a 30-seat ...
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#FOOD: CURRYISH TAVERN AND HONG SHING PRESENT VALUE DINING OPTIONS SUMMER 2026
With the cost of living continuing to climb, Torontonians aren't giving up dining out - they're getting smarter about it. A growing number of consumers are embracing value dining, seeking out restaurants that deliver great food, generous portions, and social experiences without the hefty price tag.
Two Toronto favourites are leading the way.
At Curryish Tavern, Chef Miheer Shete's modern Indian restaurant offers a daily happy hour from 2–6 p.m. featuring $9 food, $7 beers, $9 wine, and ...
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#FOOD: TACO FEST RETURNS AUGUST 7-9, 2026
Taco Fest has revealed the full vendor lineup for its Toronto return, August 7 to 9, 2026 at Fort York, and it's the biggest in the festival's nine-year history. The announcement comes on the heels of the festival's inaugural Mississauga edition, where sold-out crowds crowned their first Best Taco winner.
More than 35 vendors will serve up hundreds of taco varieties over three days. The lineup brings together some of the GTA's most celebrated restaurants and taquerias for Toronto's hottest ...
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#FOOD: 10TH EDITION OF OSSFEST RETURNS JULY 25, 2026
The 10th edition of OssFest returns to Ossington on July 25, 2026 with bars and restaurants on the strip between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West rolling out festival-exclusive menus and one-day-only experiences. Whether festival-goers are after Vietnamese street food from Lunch Lady, an all-day block party at No Vacancy, or specially curated collaborations with Favorites Thai, here's what to expect.
The Lunch LadyIG. @thelunchladytoronto📍93 Ossington Ave.
Fresh off the ...
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#FOOD: MANDY’S SALADS LAUNCH DIRTY SODAS
If names like Texas Tab, Shark Attack and Strawberry Breeze mean something to you, you've probably already fallen down the dirty soda rabbit hole. If they don't, you're about to.
Viral across TikTok and Instagram, and popularized by hit TV shows like The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, dirty sodas have officially taken over our cultural conversation. These dreamy-like customizable cream and syrup soft drinks have built cult followings at Sonic and later exploded at Utah-born chains like Swig ...
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#FIRSTLOOK: NEW FIRST LOOK AT ANTHONY BOURDAIN BIOPIC “TONY”
Step into the kitchen with director Matt Johnson alongside stars Dominic Sessa and Antonio Banderas in an exclusive first look at TONY.
Starring Dominic Sessa, Emilia Jones, Dagmara Dominczyk, Rich Sommers, Stavros Halkias, with Leo Woodall and Antonio Banderas.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMQFLpETNkc
A 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain travels to Provincetown and stumbles into the chaotic world of a restaurant kitchen, setting off a summer that will shape the course of his ...
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#FOOD: TACO TUESDAYS AT THE DRAKE HOTEL
One of the week's most beloved dining rituals is getting a Queen West refresh. The Drake Hotel is putting its own spin on Taco Tuesday!
Every Tuesday this summer, The Drake's Café Patio is turning Queen West into the neighbourhood's go-to spot for tacos, ice-cold beer and margaritas. Dig into succulent pork tacos with guacamole and chips, crispy Modelo's or a classic marg, and Latin-leaning DJ sets with front-row seats to one of Toronto's busiest streets, just steps from Ossington.
The ...
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