#FOOD: LUCIE BEGINS A NEW ERA
This Spring, Lucie begins a new chapter with Chef Michael Angeloni at the helm, guiding the Michelin-recommended modern French restaurant through its evolution. Marking this transition is the debut of an à la carte offering and a refined raw bar experience centred around the restaurant’s signature bar.
On May 13, 2026 Lucie welcomed Chef Michael Angeloni as Partner & Executive Chef, joining Toronto restaurateur and Founder, Yannick Bigourdan and new Co-Owner Adam Teolis. Together, ...
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#FOOD: ROSÉ PICNIC RETURNS JULY 11, 2026
Get ready to see the world through rose-coloured lenses. On Saturday, July 11, 2026, Toronto’s largest premium picnic—the highly-anticipated, high-energy annual event—Rosé Picnic, returns to the historic grounds of the Canadian Film Centre (CFC) for its landmark eighth edition.
Founded in 2017 by established event producer, Lori Heller of Heller Events, the Rosé Picnic has evolved into the ultimate summer social experience. From 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM on July 11, the CFC grounds will ...
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#FOOD: BAR BATTLE RETURNS MAY 25, 2026 AT NAARI
Naari and Valley of Mother of God Gin are bringing together two of Toronto’s rising stars in the bar industry for an evening of cocktails, competition, and community with an intimate Bar Battle from 5:30PM–7:00PM on Monday, May 25 at Naari. For one evening only, Walter Reis of Lyla, known for vibrant tropical cocktails inspired by his Brazilian roots, and Julian Manley of Radici Project, whose bold, high-energy cocktail style draws from his background in punk and metal music, will go ...
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#FOOD: TERROIR SYMPOSIUM 2026 SIGNATURE DINING SERIES
Terroir Symposium returns with its Signature Dining Series, a curated collection of collaborative, one-night-only dining experiences taking place across Calgary and Edmonton. These dinners bring together leading Canadian chefs and international culinary voices in collaboration with top Alberta chefs to explore terroir through seasonality, storytelling, and shared craft.
Each event is independently ticketed and offers an immersive expression of place through some of the country’s most ...
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#FOOD: PEARL MORISSETTE WINERY X TAKJA BBQ HOUSE COLLABORATION
Takja BBQ House is partnering with Pearl Morissette Winery for a special one-night takeover on June 3, 2026 pairing Takja’s modern Korean BBQ with a curated lineup of Pearl Morissette wines available by the glass, bottle, and flight.
The collaboration brings together two brands known for precision, seasonality, and a thoughtful approach to hospitality. Pearl Morrissette sommelier, Ludovic Garnier, has curated a selection of wines to complement Takja’s bold, grill-driven flavours—from ...
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#FOOD: ABURI SUSHI WATERWORKS PRESENT 9-COURSE CHERRY BLOSSOM MENU ONE NIGHT ONLY
On May 19, 2026 for one night only, join chef Ryotaro Matsuzaki at Aburi Sushi located in Waterworks Food Hall (50 Brant Street) for a refined 9-course tasting dinner that celebrates the delicacy of cherry-blossom season with Sukiyaki and Temaki-style cuisine. For $125 per person, with only two intimate seatings at 6 PM and 8 PM, this event offers a rare opportunity to experience a meticulously crafted menu featuring show-stopping bites like A5 Miyazaki wagyu, Aoriika Temaki, and Torotaku ...
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#FOOD: “THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2” INSPIRED MENUS AND COCKTAILS IN TORONTO
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is officially here, and Toronto’s dining scene is serving a series of fashion-forward ways to toast the beloved film’s return. Top restaurants including Minami, Naari, and No Vacancy are rolling out exclusive cocktails and secret‑menu creations inspired by the movie’s iconic glamour. By all means, do not move at a glacial pace; these specials will be gone before you can say “that’s all.”
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#FOOD: ALEJANDRO KIRK NAMED BANDITOS MEXICAN LAGER AMBASSADOR
Banditos Mexican Lager, a Canadian-made lifestyle beer brand, announces that Alejandro Kirk, an all-star catcher in Major League Baseball, will join the brand as its first global brand ambassador and a shareholder in the company.
Founded by Anthony CK Thomas, Banditos was created with the vision to build more than just another beer brand. Rooted in strategic business and culture, the company is building a global lifestyle platform centred on hospitality, good times and an unapologetically ...
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#FOOD: MAXIME’S LAUNCH STEAK OMAKASE NIGHT
On Thursday, May 28, 2026, Maxime's Toronto is opening its doors to a rare culinary event that redefines the traditional steakhouse experience: Steak Omakase Night, hosted in partnership with Woodward Meats. This isn’t just a dinner; it’s a curated journey through the world of luxury proteins, guided by Dale McMenemy, the founder of Woodward Meats and one of Canada’s foremost authorities on fine butchery.
As the premium supplier behind Toronto’s most prestigious kitchens, Dale will ...
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#FOOD: MCDONALD’S CANADA RING-IN SUMMER WITH NEW PERMANENT LINE-UP OF COLD DRINKS
McDonald's Canada is officially entering its beverage era. With the launch of a new, permanent line-up of cold drinks, now available at participating restaurants from coast-to-coast, the brand is putting beverages front and centre – transforming them from a sidekick to the star of the show.
Designed to stand out on the menu, these flavour forward drinks are equal parts playful and premium - bringing bold colours, craveable textures, and unexpected twists such as strawberry flavoured ...
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