#FOOD: STARBUCKS BRINGS BACK COOL LIME REFRESHER

This is not a drill! A refreshing twist is returning to the Starbucks beverage lineup. Cool Lime Starbucks Refreshers® Beverage, one of the original and most beloved Refreshers beverages, is making a juicy comeback, and just in time for a lime green Brat summer. Starting August 13th, the citrusy sensation will be available at Starbucks stores across Canada for a limited time while supplies last, along with the NEW Lime Coconut Drink, Cool Lime Lemonade Starbucks Refreshers® Beverage and ... Read more

#FOOD: NOBU TORONTO NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS

The world-renowned hotel and restaurant group, Nobu Hospitality, founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper, officially opens its doors to its first Canadian restaurant and bar, Nobu Toronto. Located in Toronto's vibrant Entertainment District, just one block from Toronto International Film Festival and the city's lively nightlife at 25 Mercer St. Nobu Toronto's striking and immersive interiors set a new global standard for interior design and create a captivating and ... Read more

#FOOD: LUCIE X MIKU EXCLUSIVE COLLABORATIONS

Culinary connoisseurs are in for an epic Japanese-French collaboration between two renowned chefs, showcased in an exclusive two-night dinner series. French fine-dining restaurant Lucie helmed by executive chef Arnaud Bloquel, and Japanese fine-dining restaurant Miku Toronto helmed by chef de cuisine Junnosuke Fujikawa, are bringing their teams together for the first time to curate a multi-course celebration of Japanese-French cuisine. This unforgettable collaboration will take place for two ... Read more

#FOOD: LUCIE ANNOUNCE “AUGUST IN PARIS” CURATED MENU IN AUGUST

Lucie, nestled in the heart of Toronto’s financial core, is proud to announce ‘August in Paris’ - a four course curated menu for $95 per person (excluding beverages, taxes, and gratuities) which brings authentic French heritage to Toronto, exclusively for the month of August. From Tuesday, August 6 to Saturday, August 31, guests can indulge and reminisce in French culture. Chef Arnaud Bloquel invites you to savour the exquisite flavours of France with an exclusive four-course menu ... Read more

#FOOD: BAAN LAO FINE THAI CUISINE, RICHMOND, BC

Baan Lao Fine Thai Cuisine’s chef Nutcha Phanthoupheng is proud to introduce the world’s first sommelier-led, Thai afternoon tea experience with certified TAC tea sommelier, Lena Pan. This groundbreaking, one-of-a-kind experience is offered by Baan Lao (4100 Bayview Street, Richmond, BC) every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at either 11:00AM or 12:30PM, starting at $95 per guest. “We are so excited to welcome guests to the only Thai afternoon tea experience led by a sommelier in the ... Read more

#FOOD: LE DÎNER EN BLANC RETURNS SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Le Dîner en Blanc returns to Toronto on Thursday, September 19 at a new secret location. Le Dîner en Blanc is the social gathering of the summer — a chic picnic where fashion, good food and most importantly good company meet. A wave of white transforms a secret location in the downtown core as 1200 guests adorned in all white attend dinner à la française where conversation and champagne are essential. Event veterans Lori Heller from Heller Productions Inc. and Marc Talbot from ... Read more

#FOOD: FICOA, LITTLE ITALY TORONTO

Nestled in the heart of Little Italy, Ficoa stands as a testament to Toronto’s rich cultural tapestry with its eclectic fine dining offerings. Chef Gerry Quintero, the visionary behind Ficoa, joins forces with co-founder Patricia Toro to curate a culinary journey that celebrates Toronto’s multicultural food scene. Drawing from Quintero’s Mexican roots and Toro’s Ecuadorian heritage, Ficoa stands out as Toronto’s premier destination for multifarious season-focused fine dining. Soft ... Read more

#FASHION: RETROKID ANNOUNCE COLLABORATION WITH STEPHEN YAN OF “WOK WITH YAN”

Retrokid, the Toronto-based brand, cherished for its nostalgic pop culture apparel, is thrilled to announce a world premier collaboration with Canadian-Chinese culinary legend, Stephen Yan. Known for his iconic show "Wok with Yan," Yan captivated audiences for over 15 years with his entertaining and educational approach to Chinese cooking, making the cuisine accessible and beloved across Canada. This special collection combines Retrokid's signature nostalgic style with the vibrant spirit of ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: HEINZ, MARVEL AND RYAN REYNOLDS TEAM-UP ON NEW “DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE” PARTNERSHIP

HEINZ, Marvel, and Canadian icon Ryan Reynolds are dropping a spicy video bombshell in celebration of Marvel Studios’ “Deadpool & Wolverine”, (in theaters July 26, 2024). Inspired by the truth the fans and films’ stars can’t unsee, HEINZ brings to life a fan-fiction worthy, trailer-inspired video, featuring a custom voiceover from Deadpool himself, Ryan Reynolds! And in a major reveal, Ryan Reynolds himself posted the trailer on his social media, instantly gaining fans ... Read more

#FOOD: THE BERCZY TAVERN OPENS FRIDAY, JULY 18, 2024

The much-anticipated grand opening of The Berczy Tavern is set for July 18, 2024, at 69 Front Street East in the heart of Old Town Toronto. Brought to life by Chef Michael Angeloni and his partners Adam Teolis and Yannick Bigourdan, the new locale promises to be a standout destination for locals and visitors alike with its vibrant live music, new American Bistro cuisine, and historic charm. "We are thrilled to establish The Berczy Tavern in such a historic and vibrant part of Toronto," said ... Read more