#FOOD: FATHER’S DAY IDEA – CHOTTO MATTE TORONTO

This Father’s Day, celebrate Dad with something a little more unexpected. On Sunday, June 21, 2026, Chotto Matte Toronto is opening its patio doors for an all-day Father’s Day experience featuring bold Nikkei cuisine, premium cocktails, live DJ sets, and sweeping city views. From brunch through dinner, it’s the perfect excuse to gather, indulge, and raise a glass to Dad in one of Toronto’s most vibrant dining destinations.

Known for its high-energy atmosphere and Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, Chotto Matte is offering two ways to celebrate: a curated Father’s Day Set Menu designed for a long, leisurely brunch, and an elevated Steak & Sushi Dinner Special for those who want to make a full evening of it. Wagyu Foie Gras Sliders, Truffle Avocado Maki, misomarinated chicken, and Dulce de Leche Pancakes to finish. It’s the kind of meal that dad will be talking about well after it’s done.

RESERVATIONS HERE
🥂🥞 Father’s Day Brunch Set Menu | $65 per person

11AM–4PM · Full à la carte menu also available

A curated progression of Nikkei dishes — from light bites and signature sushi through to a show-stopping miso chicken and Dulce de Leche Pancakes
Live DJ on the patio all afternoon
Handcrafted cocktails included
🥩🥢 Father’s Day Steak & Sushi Dinner Special | $75 per person

From 4PM

8 courses of premium steaks and signature sushi, hand-selected by the Chotto
Matte culinary team
Your choice of wine included
An immersive evening that’s more event than dinner

#FOOD: MAXIME’S TORONTO AND CHOTTO MATTE PRIDE COCKTAIL ROUNDUP

MAXIME’S TORONTO

The world’s biggest sporting event is here, and Maxime’s Toronto is celebrating in style. Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Maxime’s is launching The Offside Menu: a limited-run cocktail series that pays homage to the three host nations: Canada, Mexico, and the USA, through the lens of French-inspired craft bartending. Think bold flavours, unexpected pairings, and a serious amount of fun. These aren’t your typical game-day drinks – this is the World Cup, Maxime’s style. Available June 8 – July 8th, 2026.

The Offside Menu | starting at $20 per cocktail

🍁 Smoked Maple Espresso Martini (Canada) Vodka, Kahlúa, maple syrup, espresso; rich, smoky, and unapologetically Canadian

🌶️ Hot Honey Peach Margarita (Mexico) Tequila, peach liqueur, lime, jalapeño syrup, hot honey; sweet heat that sneaks up on you

🤍 Dirty Soda (USA) Spiced rum, cherry syrup, vanilla syrup, Coke, topped with whipped cream; indulgent, playful, and impossible to resist (banner, left)

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💜 Chotto Matte’s Pride Flower Sour $19 (banner, right)

Like something out of a dream, Chotto Matte’s Pride Flower Sour captivates you at first glance, then by first sip. This limited-time Pride Month cocktail is as beautiful as it is delicious. Crafted with Sapaq Italia Pisco and shaken to a perfectly frothy finish, the Pride Flower Sour is bright, floral, and the ultimate toast to self-expression. Available until June 30th.

#FOOD: WORLD CUP THINGS-TO-DO ROUNDUP – NRG HAUS, THE DRAKE HOTEL, AND CHOTTO MATTE

With World Cup fever building, I’m excited to share a few unique Toronto experiences for potential coverage, from watching matches between sauna and cold-plunge sessions at NRG Haus to patio viewing parties at Chotto Matte and soccer-inspired stay packages at The Drake Hotel.

NRG HAUS:

This summer, NRG is bringing the energy of the FIFA World Cup to the heart of Liberty Village with a full lineup of watch parties, kickoff celebrations, and community activations, making it the only recovery studio in Toronto hosting World Cup viewing experiences throughout the tournament. Inside the space, guests will watch every match on a massive 150-inch projector screen in NRG Haus’ Mocktail Lounge, transforming the contrast therapy studio into a vibrant viewing destination for soccer fans. 

NRG Haus will be hosting the following activations + partnerships:

• June 11 at 3:00PM: FIFA Kickoff Party for the tournament opener, Celsius will be onsite giving away samples of their newest drink, Electric Vibe, alongside branded décor and activations surrounding the exterior of NRG. 
• June 12 at 3:00 PM: Canada’s first World Cup match watch party. Celsius will be onsite giving away samples of their newest drink, Electric Vibe, alongside branded décor and activations surrounding the exterior of NRG. 
• July 19 (time tbc): NRG Haus will host a World Cup Finals Party featuring an outdoor Ole activation with complimentary samples, giveaways, and additional fan experiences. Ticketing and RSVP information for all events will be announced soon.

BOOK YOUR SESSION HERE

Chotto Matte: 

This summer, Chotto Matte invites you to experience the World Cup like never before. Complete with sweeping views of the CN Tower, and close to Union Station (a central location for tourists visiting the city), Chotto’s patio becomes the ultimate destination for Toronto’s most unforgettable match days. Each game transforms into a full celebration: Nikkei bites, crafted cocktails, and live DJ sets for every kick-off. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this is Toronto at its best: world-class sport met with world-class hospitality.

RESERVATIONS HERE

The Drake Hotel:

With the World Cup set to take over Toronto, The Drake Hotel is gearing up to give fans an unforgettable stay that brings the spirit of the big game to life. Guests can settle in with full access to an in-room minibar, thoughtfully stocked with premium beverages and snacks (valued at $300), included with their stay, and receive two custom limited-edition soccer t-shirts from a local screenprinting studio on WQW. Designed around match days, the package requires a two-night minimum and starts at $709+ tax per night, while the hotel’s best available rate on game days begins at $659+ tax per night.

BOOK YOUR STAY HERE

#FOOD: CHOTTO MATTE LAUNCH NEW BRUNCH OFFERING

One of Toronto’s hottest spots CHOTTO MATTE, now have a Saturday brunch offering!

Launching on April 25, 2026, and taking place every Saturday from 12-4PM, the experience brings together Japanese precision and bold Peruvian flavour in the heart of the financial district. Expect a menu designed for lingering, cocktails that carry you into the afternoon, and a curated DJ-led soundtrack that builds the energy as the day unfolds.

Standout dishes like Truffled Avocado Maki, Amazonian BBQ Salmon & Furikake Rice, Dulce de Leche Pancakes, Soft Serve Ice Cream, and more.
Location: 161 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5J 2S1

We recently visited CHOTTO MATTE for Dinner, and it’s just as good as we remember. We tried their Signature Sharing menu:

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ABOUT CHOTTO MATTE:
Located on Toronto’s Bay Street, Chotto Matte is renowned for its showcase of elevated Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, and is a dining experienced like no other. Step into our stylish, modern interior, a celebration of Japanese and Peruvian influences that evoke the essence of Chotto.

Chotto Matte

#FOOD: CHOTTO MATTE

We are so delighted to have the opportunity finally to visit CHOTTO MATTE! Let’s say it together once, “chot-toe mat-tay”, The Japanese phrase translates to “Please wait a moment”, and this proved exactly well worth the wait. Situated at Bay x Wellington at Toronto’s Brookfield Place (161 Bay St), the brainchild of founder Kurt Zdesar is so much more than just a restaurant. It is a sensual feast bursting with colour, energetic music, fabulous Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian) cuisine and inspired cocktails. Its space is open, full of height, an experience heightened further by friendly staff who are happy to offer informed recommendations. We definitely won’t forget this.

The Dinner Menu offers Sharing Options at fixed prices, or A La Carte, divided by Sashimi Dishes, Tempura, Robata Grill, Sides, Sushi and A Little Something (Appetizers).

Some of the exciting things I got to try on their Menu:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A slice of the atmosphere at this very Instagram-able spot:

Definitely somewhere to celebrate a milestone if you want to make it memorable. Chotto Matte possesses both a a festive electricity, but also a quiet intimacy to it that gives it versatility. And don’t forget, they have a patio as well!

More about Chotto Matte here, including reservations.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)