#FOOD: BTS ARIRANG WORLD TOUR PRE-MEAL IDEAS IN TORONTO

BTS is bringing its highly anticipated ARIRANG World Tour to Toronto for two performances at Rogers Stadium on Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, 2026, with both concerts beginning at 8 p.m. Whether Toronto ARMY members are fuelling up before the concert, gathering for a post-show drink or celebrating without tickets, three of the city’s Korean-chef-led restaurants and bars are joining the excitement. From Friday, August 21 through Sunday, August 23, Lyla, No Vacancy and 156 ONE ... Read more

#FOOD: MCDONALD’S LAUNCH NEW LIMITED TIME ONLY WORLD MENU HEIST

The vault has been opened: The World Menu Heist is officially back in Canada, with a new collection of global menu items from McDonald’s restaurants across the world ready to be uncovered.  Starting August 18, 2026, for a limited time only, Canadians can experience a lineup of globally inspired menu items from McDonald’s restaurants around the world.  From savoury classics to sweet delicacies, we’re bringing the flavours McDonald’s fans around the globe know and love, right to ... Read more

#FOOD: MIKU’S LAST TASTE OF SUMMER

Labour Day weekend, Miku Toronto invites guests to savour the season’s bounty one final time with Miku’s Last Taste of Summer: Japanese Seafood & Prime Rib Buffet. Curated by Chef de Cuisine Michael Acero, the buffet is available for one day only on September 6, 2026. It brings together premium seafood, seasonal ingredients, and signature Aburi favourites at Miku’s scenic waterfront location at Waterpark Place (10 Bay St.). Pricing is $95 for adults, $35 for children aged 7–12, and ... Read more

#FOOD: CHOTTO MATTE NEW SET MENU OPTIONS FOR LUNCH – AUGUST 2026

Toronto has spent years treating the workday as something to power through. Coffee at your desk, a rushed lunch between meetings, and then finally the reward of a drink at 5PM. But the way the community of Toronto wants to spend its time is changing. And increasingly, the midday meal is becoming the moment worth making time for. Workers would rather connect over a great lunch than an alcohol-fuelled happy hour. According to TheAwkn, nearly 65% of Gen Z are actively drinking less in 2026, ... Read more

#FOOD: YAN DINING ROOM HEADING TO LANGDON HALL

On August 21, 2026, Yan Dining Room’s Chef Eva Chin is heading to Langdon Hall for its annual Summer BBQ Series, joining a 2026 guest-chef lineup that has featured some of the country’s most exciting culinary talent, including Zach Smith of Fat Rabbit, Jeff Kang and Edward Bang of Takja BBQ House, and Rafa Covarrubias of 20 Victoria. For the August edition, Chef Eva will cook alongside Zach Keeshig of Naagan and Steven Molnar of Quetzal, with each chef bringing their own culinary ... Read more

#FOOD: KRISPY KREME CANADA ANNOUNCE NEW POKEMON DOUGHNUT COLLECTION

Krispy Kreme Canada is celebrating 30 years of Pokémon with the launch of its new Pokémon-themed doughnut collection, available August 18 until September 13, 2026 at all Krispy Kreme Canada locations. The lineup features six new doughnuts, each designed and flavoured to match its character: Pikachu with lemon-flavoured KremeTM filling, Jigglypuff with strawberry buttercreme icing, Charmander glazed in caramel with chocolate marshmallow filling, Bulbasaur finished with vanilla icing, ... Read more

#FOOD: DEMETRES TO LAUNCH IN LOBLAW BANNER STORES ACROSS ONTARIO

Exciting news from one of Canada's most beloved dessert brands! Demetres is bringing its award-winning ice cream to grocery freezers with the launch of an exclusive collection of globally inspired handcrafted 500 mL pints, arriving at Loblaw banner stores across Ontario. Made locally in Woodbridge, Ontario, Demetres has built a loyal following for its indulgent desserts and small-batch ice cream, earning prestigious honours including Retail Council of Canada Grand Prix Awards, Grocery ... Read more

#FOOD: LITTLEJOHN FARM SUMMER HARVEST CELEBRATION

On Monday, August 17, 2026, Littlejohn Farm will welcome an acclaimed lineup of Ontario chefs for the Summer Harvest Celebration, a one-day culinary collaboration showcasing the province’s seasonal bounty and the people shaping its dining scene. Hosted by chef, sommelier and farmer Zach Littlejohn, the intimate farm experience will feature culinary talent from some of Canada’s most celebrated restaurants and bars: Lai Wah Heen, a celebrated Toronto destination for elevated Cantonese ... Read more

#FOOD: ABURI SUSHI X CHEF RYOTARO MATSUZAKI COLLAB

On August 18, 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 seasonal produce with Sukiyaki-style cuisine. With only two intimate seatings at 6 PM and 8 PM, for $125 per person, this event offers a rare opportunity to experience a meticulously crafted menu featuring show-stopping bites like A5 Miyazaki Wagyu, Aburi Toro with Shaved Truffle Nigiri, Foie Gras ... Read more

#FOOD: CURRYISH TAVERN PRESENT “HOT AS FACK” CURRY CHALLENGE

Beginning August 6, 2026, Curryish Tavern is turning up the heat with the launch of its “Hot as Fack” Curry Challenge, an adults-only test for Toronto’s most daring spice lovers. The challenge is simple, but certainly not easy: participants have 10 minutes or less to finish an intensely spicy curry made with a custom blend of Bhut Jolokia, better known as Ghost Pepper, and Carolina Reaper—without taking a single sip of any beverage. Those who conquer the curry within the allotted ... Read more