It’s our time! We’re thrilled to ring-in the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival, by introducing you to our official supporting partners for this year, the 51st edition of the Festival, running September 10 to 20, 2026! We absolutely live for this, the world’s greatest Film Festival and our team can’t wait to share with you our reviews, our sightings, our thoughts and exciting giveaways!

For now, see our esteemed Team weigh-in on their most notable films of the Festival here:

Reviews and sightings to be updated daily here. Please bookmark and check often!

On that note, we’re thrilled to name our generous official partners for the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival! We couldn’t do it without their generosity and support.

CP24 – This is our 17th year contributing to CP24‘s ongoing tiff coverage. Throughout the Festival, you will be seeing our candid captures of stars out in the wild, and we will be highlighting for you the best spots to see the stars and the Films you need to be paying attention to at the Festival. Stay tuned! We will be on for sure September 9th (in the PM) and 10th (in the AM) to start.

SoHo Hotel Toronto – There is so much history at this Hotel and Residence, situated right in the thick of all the tiff excitement, between Metro Toronto Convention Centre and the bustle of King Street. Since opening in 2003, many A-Listers have chosen this quietly luxurious establishment as their place to stay including the likes of Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Deepika Padukone, Lady Gaga, Shania Twain, Will Smith and several more. And did we mention that red-hot Hudson Williams even filmed scenes in Heated Rivalry here? 23 years of star-studded history. beanie and I look forward to our stay, enjoying the amenities including Moretti Caffe and Pizzeria Moretti, bringing you or daily updates from our luxurious suite.

ACURA Canada – Our ride of choice for tiff will be the 2026 ADX Platinum Elite A-Spec, a top-tier, luxury-packed trim from Acura’s subcompact SUV lineup, operating at 190 horsepower, a 360 camera system, Bang & Olufsen sound system, moonroof and several luxurious flourishes. We’re thrilled to see where it takes us!

SHEIN Canada – We get so many compliments about our styling and we thank SHEIN Canada for that. Their fun, versatile, comfortable selection are highlighted by value and affordability, but most of all comfort. When we feel comfortable, we feel our most confident. We can’t wait to show you our tiff looks!

Starbucks Canada – Our favourite coffee always and preferred way to stay alert during these long Festival days. Did you know PSL Season is officially here? New this year are offerings like  Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso, Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha, Pumpkin Spice Chai, Banana Bread Latte,  Iced Banana Bread Chai, and Iced Chaider. And let’s not forget those irresistible new Canadian-made Mini Pumpkin, Pecan and Apple Crumble pies! 

RILEYS & BLACK + BLUE: Located right in the heart of Entertainment District, these sister restaurants hailing from Vancouver, have made a huge splash in Toronto. Offering a consistent and elevated experience, these steakhouses offer a refinement, accessibility and sophistication. Black + Blue not only serves phenomenal steaks, their sushi and Beef Wellington are superb. Rileys offers also excellent seafood and unique tableside experiences (Martinis, anyone?) as well. Rileys currently has a Pre-Theatre three-course $65 menu, perfect for tiff, and both offer Happy Hours as well.

PAI & KIIN: Toronto’s premier quintessential Thai restaurants are a perfect option to dine at during tiff and are almost guaranteed to be bustling! It’s little wonder why stars like Oscar Isaac, Dominic Monaghan, Guillermo del Toro, and essentially any major actor or athlete passing through, frequent them. And even more impressively, both under Chef Nuit Regular’s vision, have achieved Michelin recognitions. PAI is offering a free bag of their Tom Yum Popcorn for those who show their same-day tiff ticket – one bag per table – and KIIN is offering a $99 three-course prix fixe with a glass of Prosecco!

HELLO NORI: Fast, efficient and satisfying, Hello Nori‘s four-to-six hand roll sets are the easiest and quickest lunch, made fresh before your eyes. Its location on York Street is walking distance from all the tiff excitement, and there also is location to serve you at King x Bathurst, with a location in Yorkville coming soon! Toronto is loving this sensation from Vancouver! During tiff, they will have a $55 six-course prix fixe menu! For now, you can get a $10 Gift Card right here to enjoy Hello Nori! Here for more.

MINAMI: Situated right between Princess of Wales Theatre and Roy Thomson Hall, we don’t deserve the convenience of this elevated Japanese establishment, which will be hosting the VISA Infinite Studio during tiff, and offering special curated dishes Wagyu x Tartare and Aosa Lobster Tempura and special cocktails during the Festival.

RADICI PROJECT: Known for their Italian-Japanese seasonal immersive tasting menus, this beautiful and intimate establishment in Little Italy celebrates each occasion and season with honour and beauty.

LAI WAH HEEN: This institution located inside DoubleTree by Hilton has been a force since 1995, known for their luxury Cantonese cuisine. After extensive renovations and a relaunch, they are entering a new era under Chef Heyden Sin, with a re-imagine Cocktail program by Oliver Leung. In celebration of tiff, they’ve introduced an auspicious and sumptuous $8888 Roasted Goose Dish called The Treasure of Fortune, which has gone viral!

ZOVEL SPA – Inspired by nature, perfected by artistry. Where time-honored Eastern rituals and advanced skincare innovation create harmony, radiance, and renewal. They offer the very best, including offers medical-grade SkinCeuticals Treatments. We look forward to a fresh face!

Check-out our Top Five spots to eat at in the heart of the tiff bustle!

Throughout tiff, we will be giving away gift cards to dine with our amazing partners, with seven days of giveaways to come on our IG and Facebook:

Giveaway Schedule:

RILEYS x BLACK + BLUE $200 Gift Card – September 10, 2026

MINAMI $100 Gift Card – September 11, 2026

STARBUCKS CANADA $25 Gift Card – September 12, 2026

PAI $100 Gift Card – September 12, 2026

KIIN$100 Gift Card – September 13, 2026

HELLO NORI $100 Gift Card – September 14, 2026

LAI WAH HEEN $100 Gift Card – September 15, 2026

RADICI PROJECT $100 Gift Card – September 16, 2026

You must be following to qualify. Stay tuned for the official contest posts!

Happy tiff! We can’t wait to see what the Festival brings us!

Thank you for all your continued support and loyalty!

Mr. Will

Get ready to do the happy dance! This fall, Starbucks and Peanuts™ are teaming up on a limited-edition merchandise collection inspired by It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown™, which celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. Bringing together two brands synonymous with cozy seasonal moments, the collection features exclusive drinkware, accessories and collectibles designed to celebrate the spirit of fall. And this is not a drill: everyone’s favourite Bearista has been Snoopy-fied.

Launching September 15, 2026 for a limited time, the collection is designed for fans looking to collect, gift and celebrate the season:

The Snoopy™ Glass Cold Cup (20oz)* – ($57.95)

Features a charming Woodstock™ straw topper, pumpkin-coloured hat and a seasonal green scarf.

*There is a two-item per customer purchase limit for this item.

The Stainless Steel Cold Cup (24oz) – ($47.95)

Showcases Lucy™ and Snoopy™ sharing a coffee moment, capturing the warmth of connection that defines fall.

The Great Pumpkin™ Tumbler (16oz) – ($47.95)

Features whimsical Snoopy™ and Woodstock™ artwork inspired by the beloved seasonal classic.

The Great Pumpkin™ Cold Cup (24oz) – ($40.95)

Features Snoopy™, The Great Pumpkin™ and playful fall imagery that celebrates the spirit of pumpkin season.

The Ceramic Mug (14oz) – ($43.95)

Showcases the Peanuts™ gang and reveals a surprise Snoopy™ with every sip, adding a touch of delight to cozy moments.

The Stainless Steel Tumbler (16oz) – ($47.95)

Adorned with a Woodstock™ charm and dancing Snoopy™, bringing character to your daily routine.

Mark your calendars, these will fly off the shelves!

Calling all fall faithfuls: The wait is almost over for the season’s most devoted fans. Starbucks fall menu, including the iconic PSL, returns August 25, 2026, ushering in a lineup of cozy sips, comforting bites and seasonally inspired merchandise.

Here is everything you need to know:

Alongside returning fan favourites like the Pumpkin Spice Latte, Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai and Pecan beverages, Starbucks is introducing a lineup of new drinks that put a fresh spin on fall’s most beloved flavours, from pumpkin-forward creations to bakery-inspired banana beverages and an unexpected chai-meets-cider twist.

Pumpkin lovers have even more reasons to celebrate this season with three new ways to enjoy the iconic flavour:
-The NEW Iced Pumpkin Cream Shaken Espresso combines Starbucks® Blonde Espresso shaken with brown sugar syrup and cinnamon, served over ice with oat beverage and topped with pumpkin cream cold foam for a sweet and creamy finish.
-The NEW Iced Pumpkin Cream Matcha layers smooth iced matcha with velvety pumpkin cream cold foam, for a vibrant seasonal beverage.
-The NEW Pumpkin Spice Chai features black tea infused with cinnamon and warming spices combined with steamed milk and sweet pumpkin sauce, finished with a dusting of pumpkin spice topping.

Banana meets fall with bakery-inspired flavours:
The NEW Banana Bread Latte is made hot with Starbucks® Blonde Espresso combined with banana and brown sugar syrup and milk. The iced beverage is topped with brown sugar cream cold foam and a sprinkle of cinnamon dolce topping.
The NEW Iced Banana Bread Chai pairs spiced chai with banana syrup, brown sugar cream cold foam and cinnamon dolce topping.

Meet the Unexpected Star of Fall: Iced Chaider:
The NEW Iced Chaider brings together classic fall flavours in a fresh and unexpected twist. Starbucks Chai is combined with vibrant strawberry acai flavours, creating a crisp, refreshing cider-like beverage.
A group of pies on a table

The fall bakery case is getting a seasonal refresh. Returning favourites like the Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin and Fox Sugar Cookie are joined by Starbucks NEW made-in-Canada Mini Pies and the NEW Hedgehog Cake Pop. Canada is the first market to get a taste of these delicious pies:

-The NEW Mini Apple Crumble Pie 🍎 is filled with northern spy apples and topped with real butter and tasted oats.
-The NEW Mini Pecan Pie 🥧 has a buttery caramelized filling and is topped with whole pecans.
-The NEW Mini Pumpkin Pie 🎃 is made with real pumpkin puree and spices for velvety taste.
-The NEW Hedgehog Cake Pop is an adorable addition to the fall menu, made with vanilla cake and buttercream, dipped in chocolate icing and decorated with chocolate sprinkles.

It wouldn’t be fall without a new merchandise lineup. The PSL Society collection celebrates the spirit of PSL lovers everywhere with new drinkware fit for housing the signature beverage.

Starbucks is serving up summer nostalgia with a new lineup of Orange Cream drinks and a limited-edition merchandise collection from Dandy Worldwide. Beginning July 28, 2026 stores across Canada will welcome a lineup of new beverages that tap into the link between taste, memory and emotion to evoke childhood nostalgia and familiar summer moments with every sip.

Here is everything you need to know:

NEW Orange Cream beverages are making their debut in Canada, bringing a combination of tangerine and mandarin flavours, paired with sweet vanilla notes to bring bright citrus flavours and creamy sweetness to the lineup. The lineup will include:

Orange Cream Cold Brew combines Starbucks signature cold brew with a velvety orange cream cold foam, bringing bright citrus and smooth vanilla notes to every sip.

Iced Orange Cream Latte pairs smooth Blonde Espresso, milk and ice with orange-vanilla flavours, creating a refreshing twist on a Starbucks classic.

Iced Orange Cream Matcha blends smooth matcha, milk and ice, topped with orange cream cold foam that complement matcha’s earthy sweetness.

Iced Orange Cream Chai combines spiced chai, milk and ice and topped with orange cream cold foam.

A refreshing nostalgic treat, Orange Cream Frappuccino blended beverage combines sweet orange-vanilla flavours blended with milk and ice, poured over a layer of whipped cream for a bright citrus twist and finished with a creamy swirl of whipped cream.

NEW Starbucks x Dandy merchandise collection, inspired by memories of summer adventures, brings together Starbucks and Dandy Worldwide, a Southern California-based fashion brand, for their first collaboration. The collection keeps the road trip going with a playful collection full of retro pinks, oranges and greens. The collection launches on July 28 and will be available for a limited time, while supplies last.

One of Starbucks most legendary beverages will return to coffeehouses around the world for one magical weekend. The Unicorn Frappuccino® blended beverage, which became a viral sensation in 2017, will be available in Canadian Starbucks on August 15 and 16, while supplies last.

The Unicorn Frappuccino® blended beverage is a magical sweet and tart blend of creamy mango flavours layered with a tangy blue drizzle, finished with whipped cream and a sweet and tart pink and blue topping. A swirl of the cup reveals colour-changing enchantment and a transformation of flavours.

Starbucks is serving up sunshine this summer, giving Canadians even more reasons to soak up the season. Beginning June 30, 2026, stores across Canada will welcome a lineup of new and returning customer favourites made for sunny days, afternoon pick-me-ups and everything in between.

Leading the launch is the long-awaited return of fan-favourite S’mores beverages and the Canadian debut of the new Mango Strawberry Refreshers.

Here is everything you need to know:

S’mores Frappuccino blended beverage is making its first appearance in six years for a limited time this summer. It will debut alongside the NEW S’mores Cold Brew with Marshmallow Cold Foam.

NEW Mango Strawberry Refreshers is joining the lineup of beloved Starbucks Refreshers to make their Canadian debut this summer! Available in classic, lemonade and coconut beverage versions, they will be available year-round. The vibrant, fruit-forward pick-me-ups are crafted with a refreshing blend of sweet mango and juicy strawberry flavours, hand shaken with ice and real pieces of strawberry.

NEW Cinnamon Pull-Apart brings warm, flaky croissant pieces sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, nestled together and topped with crunchy streusel for a sweet summer bakery treat.

NEW Pink Drink merchandise collection, inspired by the fan-favourite Pink Drink, brings a playful pop of colour to summer with drinkware and trendy accessories including an oversized key chain and cute hair clips. The collection launches on July 8, 2026 and will be available for a limited time, while supplies last.

If you recall this past winter what a smash the Starbucks Bearista Cup was, well wait till you see this!

Part of the broader Pink Drink merchandise collection, the new Pink Bearista Glass wears an adorable hat and has a strawberry straw topper, making it unbearably cute. Inspired by the customer-favourite Pink Drink and designed to bring a playful, seasonal touch, it’s handblown and styled to feel bright, playful and unmistakably Starbucks. 

The Pink Bearista Glass arrives July 13, 2026!

See our video about the Bearista Cup and the importance of checking for dupes!

Summer is a state of mind. After a long winter, we’re ready for a refresh full of colour, energy and sense of the summer ahead. We’re celebrating the return of everyone’s favourite season with a vibrant assortment of new and returning menu items and merchandise, available in stores across Canada beginning May 12, 2026!

This year’s menu includes a new tropical refresher lineup bursting with bold colours, alongside the launch of customizable energy Refreshers for an added boost. Fans will also welcome the now permanent addition of the Canadian-exclusive Cool Lime Refreshers® year-round. FINALLY!

The lineup:

⚡The new customizable energy Refreshers will now be available year-round in Canada coffeehouses starting May 12.
Customers can continue to enjoy the classic Starbucks Refreshers with the same flavours they know and love, now with B Vitamins, or they can choose an Energy Boosted Refresher beverage, which adds extra caffeine. All Refreshers can now also be made caffeine-free.
These new customizable options give Starbucks customers even more ways to make their beverage their own.
🦋The Tropical Butterfly Refresher: New this summer, this eye-catching beverage has a bright flavour fusion of passionfruit and guava with mango-pineapple flavoured pearls for a layered burst of sweetness. A splash of butterfly pea flower infusion adds a vibrant natural purple hue that makes the drink just as beautiful as it is delicious.
💚Cool Lime is back in Canada – and here to stay: After two years of limited appearances, fan-favourite Cool Lime Starbucks Refreshers beverages are back for good, officially earning a permanent spot on the menu thanks to Canadians who never stopped craving its return.
🥭A fruity twist to the lineup: Starbucks is excited to welcome Mango as the newest flavour in-store, and with it comes a variety of new beverage options.

The new Iced Mango Cream Matcha is the latest drink to join the Starbucks matcha menu, pairing matcha powder made from shade-grown, milled green tea with mango-flavoured cold foam for a fruity, creamy finish.

The new Iced Mango Cream Chai pairs the bold, warming spices of a classic Chai Latte with a touch of mango flavour. Topped with creamy mango flavoured cold foam, the drink balances rich chai flavours with a fruity sweetness for a refreshing, layered sip.

🦄The whimsical Unicorn Cake Pop returns alongside the Cookies and Cream Cake Pop, the perfect sweet treats for a summer day.

Get ready to take the scenic route on your next summer drive with the Starbucks Road Trip merchandise available May 12, and for those who want to experience the playful curiosity of Miffy, the Starbucks x Miffy irresistible drinkware and lifestyle collection launches on May 19. Both collections are available for a limited time, while supplies last.

Fashion and film fans are in for a sharply styled sip, as Starbucks partners with 20th Century Studios to celebrate the highly anticipated release of The Devil Wears Prada 2 on May 1, 2026.

Starting Monday, April 20, 2026, Starbucks customers across Canada can indulge in a secret menu collection of four character-inspired beverages available for a limited time. From a perfectly precise Latte to an effortlessly cool Chai, these drinks prove that great taste is never accidental.

Here are all the full details:

•Miranda’s Signature Order: A no foam, extra shot, extra hot Caffè Latte made with Non-Fat Milk. Because anything less would prompt…questions.
•Andy’s Cappuccino: An oat beverage Cappuccino with caramel and cinnamon: simple, elevated, and ready to walk the line between who she was and who she’s becoming.
•Nigel’s Go-to Doppio: Gird your loins…A Doppio Espresso Con Panna with mocha is bold and impeccably refined.
•Emily’s Fave Iced Chai: An Iced Chai Latte with almond beverage and caramel: fussy, low sugar, and prepared to be delivered at a “glacial pace”… or preferably not.

Starbucks is manifesting spring’s early return by releasing a fresh assortment of new and returning spring menu items, available in stores across Canada beginning March 3, 2026!

With its vibrant hues and delicate tasting notes, the spring menu arrives with new chai, ube and coconut drinks plus the return of lavender favourites.

Going coco-nuts for ube: Starbucks is excited to welcome Ube Coconut as the newest flavour in-store, and with it comes a variety of new beverage options.

The new Iced Ube Coconut Macchiato layers toasted coconut and creamy milk with shots of espresso, served over ice and topped with vibrant ube coconut cream cold foam.

The new Canadian-exclusive Ube Coconut Latte combines rich espresso with steamed milk infused with toasted coconut syrup and ube, creating a naturally purple, velvety smooth beverage that’s the perfect balance of sweet and nutty.

Starbucks new Toasted Coconut Cream Cold Brew pairs cold brew with toasted coconut cream cold foam, for a flavourful finish.

Available hot or iced, the new Toasted Coconut Latte combines Starbucks signature espresso with toasted coconut-flavoured syrup and milk.

Iced Cherry Chai is back: The Canadian-exclusive Iced Cherry Chai returns to Starbucks for a limited time, offering customers the chance to enjoy the creamy cold foam with notes of cherry on the iconic Chai Latte, made with a new, premium chai recipe.

Lavender is blooming: The customer-favourite flavour returns to Starbucks for a limited time, offering the opportunity to enjoy some subtly floral sips of spring.

The new Iced Lavender Cream Chai joins Starbucks premium chai with milk, served over ice and topped with lavender cream cold foam for a refreshing flavour combination.

Available hot or iced, the Lavender Latte includes Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast, steamed milk and floral notes of lavender.

The Lavender Crème Frappuccino® Blended Beverage features subtle notes of lavender combined with vanilla syrup, milk and ice, topped with whipped cream.

For a matcha twist, the Iced Lavender Cream Matcha combines smooth matcha with classic syrup, milk and lavender cold foam, served over ice.

Springtime ushers in a season of new beginnings, including what’s fresh in the bakery case.
Introducing Mini Dill & Rye Bagels: three savoury rye pumpernickel bagel rounds filled with dill cream cheese with a hint of lemon zest and topped with white sesame seeds. Available year-round starting March 3.

The Lemon Cake Pop is returning alongside the new Frog Cake Pop. Both cake pops are available for a limited time.

A new season means new drinkware. Starbucks new seasonal merchandise leans into both the vibrant green hues of popular matcha beverages, as well as the elegant florals of cherry blossom season.