27 h. ago Shoppers’ shift from U.S. products has grocers seeking out Canadian, international options

'I think this is just the new normal that we'd better get used to working with,' says owner of small grocery store chain

Society

44 h. ago Martha Stewart makes surprise visit to Chinese restaurant in Toronto

Martha Stewart, also known as the queen of all things lifestyle, recently graced a Chinese restaurant in Toronto during her visit to the city.The iconic retail businesswoman and television personality visited Pearl Yorkville, an elegant Chinese restaurant that offers a diverse menu, including traditional Cantonese-style dishes and dim sum.On Wednesday, the restaurant shared a photo of the lifestyle expert, writing, "Thank you @marthastewart for visiting @pearlyorkville. We are so grateful for your support!"    View this post on Instagram           A post shared by @pearlyorkvilleThis marks the second time Stewart has been in Toronto recently. Back in October, the TV host posted a photo at Nobu Toronto, noting how the new location was "very beautiful and very big!" The lifestyle guru is a longtime friend of Nobu's founder, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, and was in town to celebrate the premiere of her Netflix ...

Culture

48 h. ago Canadian Tire signs deal to sell Helly Hansen to Kontoor Brands for $1.3 billion

TORONTO — Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd. says it has signed an almost $1.3-billion deal to sell Helly Hansen to a U.S. owner of several clothing brands. Canadian Tire says the agreement announced Wednesday will see the sportswear company wind up in the hands of Kontoor Brands, which owns Wrangler, Lee and Rock & Republic. Canadian […]

Economics

61 h. ago Canadian clothing store owned by Aritzia shuts down Toronto location

A Canadian clothing brand known for its high-quality athletic wear, hats and basics has abruptly shut the doors to one of its prime locations, which opened in Toronto's fashion district just over seven years ago.Anyone walking by the Queen West storefront of Reigning Champ, located near Peter St., will notice the space newly papered-up and abandoned, with a brief farewell message left in its large front windows."Thank you, Queen West — it's been a great run," reads the statement, printed on sleek branded posters that completely obscure the defunct store's interior. "Please shop with us online or visit in-store at our 41 Ossington and Yorkdale Centre locations."The 383 Queen Street location of Reigning Champ has closed its doors forever after just over seven years. Photo by Becky Robertson.Management at the Ossington store — now the sole outpost of the company left in downtown Toronto — confirmed the news to blogTO this week, saying that the closure was si...

Other

3 d. ago Toronto grocery store has permanently closed due to rising costs

A grocery store in Toronto known for its local and organic produce has officially closed its doors following two years in business. The Sweet Potato, located at 1678 Bayview Ave., opened up in Toronto's Leaside community in 2023, following the success of its flagship location in The Junction.The brand's founder, Digs Dorfman, first started his journey in 2005 when he began running the High Park Organic Market. Operating with the mentality that eating well shouldn't cost a fortune, Dorfman began forming relationships with local farmers and officially launched The Sweet Potato. In 2017, the brand's Junction location moved into a 100-year-old building on Vine Avenue, just around the corner from its original store, adding a bakery, butcher, and cheese island. Last week, the grocer's team announced that their Leaside location would be closing its doors, to the dismay of loyal customers, who relied on the store's ethically sourced food without the out-of-reach pri...

Economics

3 d. ago $3 million Toronto home comes with sprawling yard and a sauna

Located in the heart of Toronto's storied Lytton Park neighbourhood, this $3 million home is a testament to classic Georgian design and comfortable living.A generous three-storey detached home sitting on an over 6000 square-foot lot, 170 Strathallan Boulevard is an idyllic home in an equally blissful neighbourhood.It's a home ripped straight from your white picket fence daydreams.The main entrance at 170 Strathallan.A gem among the Lytton Park treasure trove, the home is located within close proximity to a selection of local schools, including UCC, BSS, Havergal College, Allenby Junior Public School and Lawrence Park Collegiate, making it an ideal dwelling for growing families.The main floor.The classic Georgian facade of the home gives way to a bright, light-filled interior, with clean, white walls and light wood flooring, which do away with the more dated finishes often found in historic homes.The family room.Located on the main floor, the nearly 300 square-foot family room f...

Economics

3 d. ago $3.4 million Toronto home comes with sprawling yard and a sauna

Located in the heart of Toronto's storied Lytton Park neighbourhood, this $3.4 million home is a testament to classic Georgian design and comfortable living.A generous three-storey detached home sitting on an over 6000 square-foot lot, 170 Strathallan Boulevard is an idyllic home in an equally blissful neighbourhood.It's a home ripped straight from your white picket fence daydreams.The main entrance at 170 Strathallan.A gem among the Lytton Park treasure trove, the home is located within close proximity to a selection of local schools, including UCC, BSS, Havergal College, Allenby Junior Public School and Lawrence Park Collegiate, making it an ideal dwelling for growing families.The main floor.The classic Georgian facade of the home gives way to a bright, light-filled interior, with clean, white walls and light wood flooring, which do away with the more dated finishes often found in historic homes.The family room.Located on the main floor, the nearly 300 square-foot family room...

Economics