#FOOD: ABURI HANA NEW SEASONAL SPRING 2025 TASTING MENU

Aburi Hana, Yorkville’s MICHELIN-starred Kyō-Kaiseki restaurant, celebrates spring with a new seasonal tasting menu by Executive Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa. Blending centuries-old Kyoto traditions with a modern sensibility, the multi-course experience showcases the season’s finest ingredients, transformed into a refined progression of delicate flavours and elegant presentations. Reservations for the spring menu are now available HERE, with May and June bookings opening on April 15, 2025 at 4 ... Read more

#FOOD: STARBUCKS UNVEIL NEW “PEANUTS” COLLABORATION

Get ready to do the happy dance for an exciting collaboration that’s equal parts cute and nostalgic. On March 24, 2025 Starbucks and Peanuts will be launching exclusive, limited time merchandise featuring the Peanuts-gang and a fun new Snoopy persona: Joe Kind Snoopy. The drinkware is designed to celebrate kindness, coffee and community and is only available at Starbucks for a limited time, so fans should check their local stores before "good grief!" - they’re gone. Peanuts Joe Kind ... Read more

#FOOD: JERSEY MIKE’S 15TH ANNUAL DAY OF GIVING

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 marks Jersey Mike's 15th annual Day of Giving. This year they will donate 100% of sales to local hunger and children's programs. WHAT: Hungry to help others? Head to Jersey Mike’s Subs on Wednesday, March 26 and grab a sub: 100 percent of your purchase—whether in-store, online or through the app—will go to charity. On March 26, nine Jersey Mike’s locations in Ontario will give every single dollar in sales, not just the profit, to: · Make-A-Wish® ... Read more

#FOOD: ZERO COCKTAIL BAR TORONTO

Zero Cocktail Bar is Canada's first non-alcoholic cocktail bar located in Toronto's downtown core. Led by the charming and innovative Gail Lynch, this unique bar crafts cocktails using premium non-alcoholic products and creates in-house mixes. The Bar hosts mixing classes every week. Whether it's for a celebration or simply looking to learn some new skills, an in-house expert Mixologist will guide you through the art of crafting delicious and Instagram-worthy drinks More here on events ... Read more

#SPOTTED: KRISTEN KISH, TOM COLICCHIO AND GAIL SIMMONS IN TORONTO FOR “TOP CHEF DESTINATION CANADA”

This is such a huge affirmative moment for Canada! We know our food scene is incredible and it's time the world finds out. As you might know, this current 22nd season of Bravo's Top Chef is set here in Canada with some episodes taking place in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, P.E.I. and more. Cooking challenges are all a special Canadian context as chefs compete for glory. New episodes air Thursday nights at 9 PM ET on Bravo. We cannot wait to see who takes the crown! Coming back to Toronto ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: “BIG BURGER BATTLE” ARRVIES MONDAY, APRIL 21 ON FLAVOUR NETWORK AND STACKTV

Fire up the grill and let the battle begin! Corus Entertainment’s hot and juicy new Canadian Original series, Big Burger Battle premieres Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Flavour Network and STACKTV. Hosted by award-winning actor and comedian Andrew Phung, viewers can sink their teeth into this beefy competition that gives the beloved burger its moment in the spotlight with non-stop grilling action. Host Andrew Phung is joined on the judging panel by celebrated chef and ... Read more

#FOOD: ABURI TORA PRESENT CHERRY BLOSSOM MENU

ABURI TORA at Yorkdale is welcoming spring early in North York with a Cherry Blossom-themed menu created in collaboration with MICHELIN-starred Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa and TORA’s Head Chef Young Son. Available for a limited time from March 4 to May 31, 2025 the menu highlights five new dishes crafted with fresh, premium ingredients like Hokkaido scallop, Sakura shrimp, and cherry sea bream. Inspired by the beauty of Cherry Blossom season, this special offering blends seasonal flavors with ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: LUCIE PRESENT LA COLLAB NO. 9

MICHELIN-recommended restaurant Lucie is excited to announce its upcoming collaboration with award-winning chef Jason Bangerter of Langdon Hall, one of Canada’s most celebrated Relais & Châteaux properties. La Collab No. 9 is the latest edition of Lucie’s monthly chef collaboration series, where the restaurant partners with acclaimed chefs from Toronto’s top dining establishments to create unforgettable culinary experiences. This exclusive partnership will take place on March 27, ... Read more

#FOOD: PATOIS PRESENT “SHEBANG FOR YOUR BUCK” BUDGET-FRIENDLY DINING OPTIONS

Starting Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Chef Craig Wong and Patois are taking a bold response to tariffs by introducing “Shebang for Your Buck”—a new, budget-friendly dining option designed to bring people together over great food without the high price tag. Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, Patois will serve up limited-quantity trays featuring off-menu dishes made with Canadian ingredients—all for just $25. Each tray is crafted by the Patois kitchen family and served Patois-style ... Read more

#FOOD: MT. HARRIET’S APRÉS-SKI EXPERIENCE AT 1 HOTEL TORONTO

It was a magical night at 1 Hotel Toronto's Harriet's Rooftop! Their Aprés-Ski food and drink experience, MT. HARRIET'S is on through March 8, 2025 only, having returned for a third time this winter. Even if not now, this is something to plan ahead for next winter, hoping it is back again. This is a special curated menu celebrates the season, with a cozy, intimate energy. Cheese is front and center with a decadent Cheese Fondue, Brie & Sourdough, and a showstopping Lobster Mac and ... Read more