#FOOD: AYLA PRESENT LUNAR NEW YEAR AND VALENTINE’S DAY MENUS 2025

As AYLA continues to enchant guests with its cinematic nod to Hong Kong’s golden era, we’re thrilled to spotlight two upcoming celebrations. ​​For Lunar New Year and Valentine’s Weekend, AYLA’s chefs have created feature dishes that blend bold, vibrant flavours with cultural traditions, offering a memorable way to mark these occasions. Lunar New Year Special (January 31 – February 2)Celebrate the Year of the Snake with Ayla’s Good Fortune Salad, a stunning creation ... Read more

#FOOD: TEAM CANADA LANDS TENTH PLACE AT BOCUSE D’OR 2025

After winning silver and their golden ticket to the most prestigious yet challenging competition on Earth, in France today, our national culinary athlete Keith Pears and his commis, Joseph Mongillo, placed 10th on the world stage, moving Canada up one place from the 11th position in 2023 and 13th in 2019. Proud of their accomplishments, Chef Keith Pears fought his way through the five-and-a-half-hour culinary battle featuring venison, foie gras, and tea – mandatory ingredients that paid ... Read more

#FOOD: INK ENTERTAINMENT PRESENT VALENTINE 2025 MENUS

From unique set menus to custom cocktails and desserts, each of INK Entertainment spots offers something special for the occasion. Here’s a look at what each restaurant has in store: ♡Chica: A la carte options and special features, no minimum spend required. ♡Patria: A la carte options and special features, $95 minimum spend. ♡Byblos Uptown: $125 set menu (see menu attached). ♡Byblos Downtown: $125 set menu (see menu attached). ♡Akira Back: $145 sharing-style set ... Read more

#FOOD: JERSEY MIKE’S TORONTO UNION STATION LOCATION NOW OPEN

American sandwich giant JERSEY MIKE'S continue their expansion into Canada, adding to their expansive family of 3,500 restaurants in operation currently. Today, they launched what is their fifth ever Canadian location at Toronto's bustling Union Station, drawing long, but briskly-served queues with a fully staffed kitchen counter. Redberry Restaurants' plan is to open 300 Jersey Mike's locations across Canada over the next decade. From opening day through Sunday, January 26, 2025, some ... Read more

#FOOD: 2025 TORONTO TEA FESTIVAL

The TORONTO TEA FESTIVAL returns February 1-2, 2025 in its 11th year at Toronto Reference Library! The ever-popular Toronto Tea Festival is back for 2025, ready to delight tea enthusiasts with a celebration of the diverse and fascinating world of tea. This annual event will be held at the iconic Toronto Reference Library, offering the perfect setting for attendees to explore a rich tapestry of flavors, aromas, and cultures. Through presenting sponsors Tao Tea Leaf and the Tea Guild of ... Read more

#FOOD: JERSEY MIKE’S LAUNCHES IN TORONTO AT UNION STATION

 Redberry Restaurants (“Redberry”) will open the first downtown Toronto Jersey Mike’s Subs in the Union Market area of Union Station on Wed., Jan. 22, 2025, giving Toronto’s business district, commuters and visitors the chance to enjoy the authentic fresh sliced/fresh grilled sub sandwiches offered by the iconic brand. The downtown opening is part of Redberry’s long-term plan to open 300 Jersey Mike’s locations in the next 10 years. It is the fifth Jersey Mike’s ... Read more

#FOOD: CHEFS DANVEE KWOK AND KEVIN SHAWCROSS PRESENT AYLA

Opening on January 16, 2025, AYLA marks a homecoming for the powerhouse husband-and-wife duo, Executive Chefs Danvee Kwok and Kevin Shawcross. The restaurant is the result of a shared vision between chefs Danvee and Kevin and co-owners, Craig Wong and Ivy Lam. This dynamic team first connected in Hong Kong, where their mutual respect and passion for food paved the way for this exciting collaboration. “Working in Asia and in Barbados for so many years taught me the art of crafting menus ... Read more

#FOOD: LUCIE PRESENT COLLAB NO. 7 WITH CHEFS CARL HEINRICH AND ALDOUS CHEUNG

MICHELIN-recommended French fine dining restaurant, Lucie is thrilled to present La Collab No. 7: An ongoing chef collaboration series, with the first one of 2025 featuring Richmond Station’s chefs Carl Heinrich and Aldous Cheung (pictured left above), and chef Arnaud Bloquel (pictured right above) of Lucie. This one-night-only event on January 23rd, 2025 (hosted at Lucie between 5pm and 9pm - 100 Yonge St; reservations to be made HERE.) will see three culinary masters unite to celebrate ... Read more

#FOOD: INNISKILLIN VIDAL PEARL ICEWINE – LUNAR NEW YEAR GIFT IDEA

Inniskillin Vidal Pearl Icewine is the ultimate luxury item for Lunar New Year celebrations, whether as a gift for a host or as a special treat to enjoy with family and friends over a traditional meal. Regarded as one of the most challenging wines to craft, Inniskillin Icewine begins with grapes meticulously harvested under the cover of night, when temperatures plummet to -12°C amidst the harsh Canadian winter. The grapes are pressed while frozen on the vine, producing a limited yield of ... Read more

#FOOD: 2ND ANNUAL TORONTO’S MOCKTAIL COMPETITION

Toronto's Mocktail Competition returns once again, brought to you by NOA and Sobar Social Club! Taking place during Dry January, this event will showcase the artistry of spirit-free cocktails as Toronto's top mixologists compete to create the city' best Mocktail. The winner, determined by the votes of the attendees, will take home a $500 prize pack from Cocktail Emporium and the title of creator of Toronto's BEST Mocktail! Looking to attend? We have a special discount code just for ... Read more