#FOOD: MASASHI YAMAMOTO MAKES VISIT TO TORONTO WITH KNIFEWEAR
Masashi Yamamoto, one of Japan’s most revered blacksmiths, will make a rare visit to Canada this fall for two public daytime appearances hosted by Knifewear, in Toronto on Saturday, October 4 and Ottawa on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Known internationally for his razor-sharp blades and meticulous craftsmanship, Yamamoto will demonstrate traditional forging techniques live on-site, engrave knives from his exclusive collection with Knifewear, and engage directly with fans and culinary ...
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#FOOD: DRAKE HOTEL PRESENT 1/2 PRICE SUSHI AND SAPPORO TUESDAYS
½ PRICE SUSHI + SAPPORO at The Drake is here!Your Tuesdays just got better. Every Tuesday from 4–10PM, enjoy half-price sushi, half-price Sapporo — perfect for a night out with friends or a midweek treat. Come for The Drake's famous rolls, stay for the vibes!
This is a low-pressure, high-flavour night out perfect for sharing with friends or turning “just one roll” into three. Half-price. Full flavour. Consider this your midweek roll call.
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#FOOD: HART HOUSE MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL NIGHT MARKET
Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner and UofT Hart House are putting on a festive night market in celebration of it!
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Event: Hart House Mid-Autumn Festival Market
Experience an enchanting Mid-Autumn Festival celebration! Enjoy cultural performances, delicious mooncakes and many other amazing food vendors, family activities and lots of fun instagrammable activations, and a bustling marketplace of over 30 local vendors under the glow of the full harvest ...
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#FOOD: TORONTO COCKTAIL FESTIVAL RUNS OCTOBER 22 TO 26, 2025
Tickets are now available for the start of the seminars and events at the first annual Toronto Cocktail Festival, taking place across the city from October 22 to 26, 2025. More seminars and events are scheduled to follow in the coming weeks. Watch https://www.thealchemistmagazine.ca/tcf/
Presented by The Alchemist magazine, the festival offers a week of immersive experiences that highlight both the artistry and innovation of cocktail culture. More than just a celebration of cocktails, ...
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#FOOD: CHAIWALA OF LONDON CONTINUES CANADIAN EXPANSION
Chaiiwala of London, the UK’s beloved chai brand, is accelerating its Canadian expansion. Since arriving in Scarborough in 2021, Canadian franchise co-founders Shiraj Kothiwala and Ajmal Gundhra have been on a mission to share authentic chai culture and create inclusive community spaces.
Today, with 22 cafés open across four provinces and a bold target of 100 by 2030, Chaiiwala has quickly become one of Canada’s fastest-growing café brands. By blending tradition with a modern café ...
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#FOOD: “THE GREAT CANADIAN BAKING SHOW” SEASON NINE BAKERS ANNOUNCED
CBC today revealed the latest batch of amateur bakers competing on Season 9 of THE GREAT CANADIAN BAKING SHOW (8x60). Ten dough-lightful bakers from across the country will put their skills to the test in the iconic tent for the chance to claim the title of Canada's best amateur baker. Comedians, actors, writers and Second City alumni, Alan Shane Lewis and Ann Pornel, knead no introduction, returning as hosts alongside esteemed pastry ...
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#FIRSTLOOK: FICOA CELEBRATE LATIN HERITAGE MONTH 2025
In celebration of Latin Heritage Month, Ficoa — Toronto’s Neo-Latin fine dining destination in Little Italy — is launching a special six-course tasting menu crafted by Executive Chef Esau Garcia. Available from September 17 through October 11 for $98 per guest, the menu offers a culinary journey through the diverse flavours and histories of Latin America. Guests can also choose to elevate their experience with a Chef’s pairing, including cocktails, for an additional $85. Reservations ...
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#FOOD: TOP TORONTO MICHELIN CHEFS COLLABORATE WITH MOKABLE
Toronto’s culinary elite are enhancing their craft with Mokable, a premium confectionery showcased at premier venues like DaNico, Fairmont Royal York, Hazelton Hotel: One Restaurant, Lyla Toronto, Ficoa, and Tatin Bakehouse. Following the buzz of Battle Mokable – an industry showcase that took place this July, executive chefs, pastry chefs, and mixologists are now proudly weaving Mokable into their kitchens and beverage programs, highlighting its transformative potential.
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#FOOD: TAZO CANADA X CRAIG’S COOKIE COLLABORATION
Fall is here, and nothing says cozy season like a cup of chai. To celebrate back-to-school and the arrival of autumn, TAZO Canada is teaming up with beloved Toronto bakery Craig’s Cookies to spotlight the warm, spiced flavours of chai in a new limited-edition cookie. Chai is TAZO’s signature, best-selling tea that has become a fan favourite thanks to its authentic recipe made with real brewed tea and spices (never syrupy shortcuts).
Available at all Craig’s Cookies locations for the ...
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#FOOD: BEST IN GLASS BATTLE SERIES AT ARIANNA OF HARBOUR SIXTY
Toronto is about to witness its most electrifying cocktail showdown yet in this monthly bar battle series. On Monday, September 15, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 pm, Best in Glass will pit two of Canada’s top bars against each other in an adrenaline-charged competition at Arianna, the crown jewel of Harbour Sixty. With sweeping skyline views and modern Italian cuisine as the backdrop, the night promises world-class cocktails, bold creativity, and a celebration of Toronto’s ...
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