18 h. ago Breathtaking landmark to replace Toronto's abandoned planetarium

A truly stunning architectural statement, years in the making, is coming to the University of Toronto — though it will come at the cost of a nostalgic landmark.U of T announced in late June that it will be moving forward with a redesigned plan for its 90 Queen's Park Crescent, reintroducing the project with a totally reimagined plan after six years of behind-the-scenes planning.The impressive new building, designed by the New York-based architects Diller Scofidio + Renfro, working in collaboration with local firm Architects Alliance, will rise six storeys from the site of Toronto's shuttered McLaughlin Planetarium, which opened in 1968 and was closed unceremoniously in 1995.After 30 years of sitting idle, the planetarium's days are numbered, though while this beloved institution would finally bite the dust to make way for change, the University of Toronto's new project would add an impressive new landmark in place of the mothballed attraction.A jaw-dr...

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41 h. ago Shuttered Toronto Mexican spot reopens in new location with beer garden

A Toronto restaurant from one of the city’s most well-regarded chefs has just been replaced with a new Mexican restaurant and beer garden.It was the closure heard around the city when renowned Toronto chef, Anthony Rose, decided to close the doors on Fet Zun, the quasi-sister location to Toronto's much-loved Fat Pasha.Okay, maybe it wasn't quite that big of a deal, but it still came as a shock to the scores of Annex locals who frequented the restaurant.Boasting a massive indoor footprint, as well as ample backyard space (which housed Madame Boeuf and Flea, its burger pop-up) and a spacious front patio, the restaurant, despite being open year-round, was particularly a summertime staple.Lingering dormant since Fet Zun's closure in December of 2024, the question loomed large as to what would replace it for months. What could possibly be worthy of the prized piece of Dupont real estate?Now, we finally have an answer.As of June 27, Fet Zun's old locat...

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64 h. ago New hidden Mexican spot in Toronto is redefining backyard BBQ

A Mexican barbecue pop-up in Toronto is making sure no one drinks on an empty stomach as they take over the backyard of a popular local bar.It only took one collaboration between chefs Matt Bod and Mariel González to realize that they were a match made in food heaven, Matt says.The two first met in the summer of 2024 while Matt was running pop-ups with the Slowpoke Project and Mariel was cooking up traditional Mexican eats at Catrina's Kitchen in Scarborough. The more they worked together, the more they realized that their styles complemented each other perfectly."We both love bold flavours and Mexican food, and combining that with wood and charcoal cooking just brought it all together," Matt tells us.So, after a few successful collaborations, the two chefs decided to take the plunge and build something longer-term together. Thus, Cascabel BBQ was born.Through Cascabel, Mariel and Matt churn out charcoal-grilled Mexican barbecu...

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4 d. ago Canada’s largest sports car racing event is touching down near Toronto this summer

Put the pedal to the metal and get ready for a summer weekend of racing, Toronto! The Chevrolet Grand Prix is pulling into town, and you're going to want to make a pit stop.Catch some of the world's top drivers in the fast lane at the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville from July 11 – 13. You'll see these drivers get behind the wheel of exotic closed-wheel prototypes and GT sports cars!We're talking iconic car brands like Corvette, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, McLaren, and more. It's going to be a jam-packed weekend filled with family fun, including food trucks, interactive displays, and a special beer garden.As the only Canadian stop on the tour, the IMSA WeatherTech Sports Championship is a prestigious international series that includes races in Daytona, Sebring, Indianapolis, and Long Beach.But there isn't only one race to get revved up for! Be prepared for the rush of the Michelin Pilot Challenge, VP Raci...

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4 d. ago Red tape, rising costs delay Ol' Beautiful taproom rebuild after devastating fire

Brewery's owners remain "cautiously optimistic" about reopening beloved Ramsay location

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3 w. ago Some of Toronto's best tacos can be found at this hidden pop

Tucked deep within an Italian restaurant, with limited hours, no reservations and a menu of Toronto-style takes on traditional Mexican fare, the city's hottest taco spot is wooing in-the-know diners to King East. A recent pivot from an admired hospitality team, Mikey Dreams of Tacos is creative and a little wild, with a killer menu of new and old faves.In the run-up to his current role as executive chef and co-owner (with Adam Teolis) of Amano Trattoria and The Berczy Tavern, Michael Angeloni has dabbled in American barbecue, rallied behind nose-to-tail cooking and, during four years running Grand Electric, made his fair share of tortillas loaded with braised and grilled proteins, as well as ceviche, salsas and guac. It's this specific part of Angeloni's past that has recently piqued the interest of new fans and inspired Mikey Dreams of Tacos, a pop-up taking place on the last Monday of every month inside Bar Notte Social Club."Word has gotten around,"&nbs...

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3 w. ago Toronto is getting direct flights to a European capital after an 11

A direct flight between Toronto and a Northern European capital is resuming after an 11-year pause.Finnair announced on Wednesday that it will resume its long-scrapped direct flight between Helsinki, Finland and Toronto starting next year, after over a decade.The route is set to officially return on May 4, 2026, and will operate with three flights a week during the busy tourist season for both cities, until August 29, 2026.Finnair last operated this flight in fall 2015, and by the time the route resumes next May, it will have been 11 years since the carrier flew a Helsinki-Toronto route.Flights will depart on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays using Airbus A330-300 aircraft, and total flight times from Helsinki to Toronto will span approximately 8 hours and 45 minutes.Mistervlad/Shutterstock"We are excited to grow our North American network and bring Canada back as a destination. Toronto is a popular travel destination and offers, especially our European customers, great connect...

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4 w. ago Indian buffet in Toronto permanently closed after decades in business

A long-standing fixture of Toronto's dining since has quietly shuttered its doors. Bombay Palace, the North Indian buffet, restaurant, and takeout spot at 71 Jarvis St., has officially shut down after over four decades in business. Known for its hearty Thursday and Friday lunch and dinner buffets, the restaurant was a go-to spot for families craving a wide range of Indian dishes, from street food classics and rich curries to grilled meats and an array of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Originally founded in downtown Montreal in 1976, Bombay Palace went on to become a globally recognized name, opening a Toronto location in 1979, along with locations in cities like New York, London, Kuala Lumpur, Budapest, Beverly Hills, and Washington D.C. Surprisingly, the closure of its downtown Toronto location came without an official announcement or farewell post. The restaurant's website has been taken down, its social media pages remain silent, and ...

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4 w. ago Suds and suburbs: Beer gardens aren’t just popping up in downtown Halifax anymore

With the warm weather comes patio season, as more people are flocking to beer gardens throughout the city.

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