#FOOD: VALENTINE’S DAY 2026 MENUS – MINAMI, ANTLER, LYLA, RADICI PROJECT, MIKU, FICOA, ABURI TORA, NO VACANCY, FAVORITES THAI

This Valentine’s Day, celebrate with some of Toronto’s most compelling dining destinations—including award-winning and MICHELIN-recognized restaurants—each offering thoughtfully crafted menus and elevated experiences designed for the occasion. From refined tasting menus and seasonal pairings to intimate, ingredient-driven dinners, Minami Toronto, Miku Toronto, Radici, No Vacancy, Lyla, Antler, Aburi Tora, and Favorites Thai invite guests to mark the holiday through exceptional food, ... Read more

#FOOD: DEAR GRAIN AND YAN DINING ROOM LUNAR NEW YEAR COLLABORATION

Dear Grain and Yan Dining Room come together for a two-week Lunar New Year collaboration running February 17 to March 3, 2026, introducing a limited-edition collection of baked goods inspired by shared values around craft, experimentation, and flavour. Developed in Toronto and shaped by the city’s diverse food culture, the collaboration uses sourdough and pastry as a foundation for exploring Lunar New Year flavour profiles through a contemporary baking lens. The result is a focused ... Read more

#FOOD: ABURI SUSHI LUNAR NEW YEAR 2026 MENU

Aburi Sushi, located inside Waterworks Food Hall (50 Brant Street), will celebrate Lunar New Year on February 17 with a one-night-only Shabu Shabu tasting experience, offering guests a nine-course menu curated exclusively for the occasion. As part of the MICHELIN-starred Aburi group of restaurants, the team here designed the menu to highlight premium seasonal ingredients and Japanese culinary techniques. The limited-seating event will be offered at 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., with tickets priced ... Read more

#FOOD: FRANK’S REDHOT NEW “EAT THE GOAT” BIG GAME CAMPAIGN WITH LUDACRIS

Frank’s RedHot is the #1 hot sauce brand in the world* and its turning the Big Game into a full-blown flavour showcase with “Eat The GOAT,” a new campaign starring hip-hop legend Chris “Ludacris” Bridges. The spot blends beats, heat, and humour in a way only Frank’s RedHot can—where the GOAT of hot sauce meets one of hip-hop’s GOATs to prove that flavour always headlines the show. “Eat The GOAT” takes the most iconic acronym in hip-hop and sports culture (Greatest Of All ... Read more

#FOOD: DOCU-SERIES “OPEN”

OPEN, the short documentary film series created by filmmaker JR Reid and food writer Ivy Knight, has officially partnered with Roads & Kingdoms, the American food and travel magazine known for its deeply reported, global storytelling. R&K famously counted Anthony Bourdain as a creative partner and investor, helping establish its global reputation for rigorous reporting using food and travel as a lens to explore humanity, culture, and place. OPEN documents restaurant teams immersed ... Read more

#FOOD: MOTHER OF ALL TALKS RETURNS TO LYLA FEBRUARY 10, 2026

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 5:30 to 7pm, Lyla, located at 60 Sudbury St., will host Mother of All Talks, an ongoing speaker series presented by Valley of Mother of God Gin. For this session, titled “Beyond the Busy Season: How Restaurants Win During Quiet Months,” the discussion will be centred around how restaurants can make the most of a traditionally challenging time of the year. The panel will bring together Tiana Atapattu Jayatunga, Creator and Host at Streets of Toronto; ... Read more

#FOOD: OISHII STRAWBERRIES ARRIVE IN CANADA

Oishii, the innovative company behind the world’s largest strawberry smart farm, launches today in Toronto with the Canadian debut of the Koyo Berry, a premium Japanese strawberry varietal. The Koyo Berry is available for purchase across all Fortinos locations and other fine grocers, and will be featured on menus this month at Toronto venues including Miku, Andrea’s Cookies, Belle Isle and KWENTO, with more collaborations to come. Oishii’s mission is to transform agriculture through ... Read more

#FOOD: COLIO WINE ESTATES ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF LAWRENCE BUHLER AS VP, WINEMAKING

Colio Estate Wines today announced the appointment of Lawrence Buhler as Vice President, Winemaking, effective February 2, 2026. A highly-respected Canadian winemaker, Buhler brings extensive domestic and international experience and deep roots in Ontario’s wine industry. He most recently served as Head Winemaker at Henry of Pelham, one of Ontario’s leading VQA wineries. A graduate of the Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) at Brock University, Buhler has held ... Read more

#FOOD: STARBUCKS CANADA INTRODUCE ICED BANANA BREAD MATCHA

Starbucks is introducing the Iced Banana Bread Matcha, a perfect flavour combo that went viral last year. Inspired by the comforting  flavours of a classic baked treat, this inviting beverage combines unsweetened matcha with brown sugar syrup and milk over ice, topped with a layer of velvety banana cream cold foam and a caramel crunch topping. The Return of Lactose-Free Milk:Starting on Feb. 10, lactose-free milk is officially back at Starbucks, making beverages even more accessible ... Read more

#FOOD: VALENTINE’S DAY 2026 MENUS AT GLADSTONE HOUSE, BROADVIEW HOTEL AND POSTMARK HOTEL

Looking for romantic ways to spend your Valentine's Day? Gladstone House, Broadview Hotel, and Postmark Hotel, all Archive Hospitality properties, have some lovely dine and stay options for you. Let's check them out! Gladstone House  Eat Cassette & The Café are serving up signature Valentine’s Day features, including a braised beef or lamb shank and truffle gnocchi, plus half-priced bottles of wine and a special cocktail. Reservations can be made here. Cassette is open for ... Read more