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Drake Hotel presents Drakeland, Linda, Brunch at Table 17, Pride Toronto 2012 Guide, Lemon Curry Chicken, Earl's Patio Party, Gelato at the Mad Italian

Check out today's latest foodie articles brought to you by local Toronto food bloggers Drake Hotel presents Drakeland, Linda, Brunch at Table 17, Pride Toronto 2012 Guide, Lemon Curry Chicken, Earl's Patio Party, Gelato at the Mad Italian

sweetthingsto

DIY Cupcake Wrapper Bunting Tutorial

My daughter's 1st birthday is just around the corner and I'm so excited. A few days ago I posted this photo on Instagram. I found this lovely garland idea from my blog friend Coco Cake Cupcakes and she saw the inspiration from a blog called Petunia.

heartlessgirl

Daytripping: Webster’s Falls Conservation Area

At Webster’s Falls Conservation Area, there are lots of chances to get up close and personal with the waterfalls. This Dundas, Ontario gem has not one, but two waterfalls on site. (Hamilton boasts a whopping 96 waterfalls!) Tew’s Falls is the tallest

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The Drake Hotel Presents: Drakeland

Adam and I venture over the The Drake Hotel to check out what this summer's theme "Drakeland" is all about.

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Friday’s Foodie: 10 Questions with Andrew Dobson

This week's pick for Friday's Foodie is Andrew Dobson, a lifestyle and food blogger that is quirky, knowledgeable and well-traveled.

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An ARD Reminder to All: #StayFoolish

Last week we had the pleasure of joining a bevy of Toronto influencers, social butterflies and tastemakers at the annual ARD industry bash; it is always one of Toronto's biggest parties to kick-start the summer.

carmenhungry

Father’s Day Tiramisu Cake!

Father’s Day, the day where you tell your dad you appreciate him, shower him with gifts (ie. paper ties, or real ones once you’ve collected enough dimes and nickels in your piggybank) and he just sits there and takes it like man.

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The Stop’s Night Market

Nicki and Adam took a jaunt over for some alley antics at The Stop's Night Market last week, destined to eat and drink up a storm despite the sweltering heat.

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Event: Toronto Honda Indy 2012

The Toronto Honda Indy races into town July 6th through 8th...

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Event: Lifford Wine’s Boys’ Night Out

One of the year's best events, check out more info on the upcoming Boys' Night Out hosted by Lifford Wine Agency.

foodNURD

Spotlight Series: Korean Village

This is the second in a series of monthly posts about some of my favourite smaller spots in Toronto. I love getting to know the people behind the great food we have in this city! You can’t miss Korean Village Restaurant. Even in a sea of Korean restau

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Where to Watch the Euro Cup Final in Toronto

Looking for the best spot to catch the final match? Here's our list of the perfect places to watch the final Euro Cup 2012 game in Toronto.

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EuroCup Game at The Dog & Bear Gets Intense

Last Sunday, Sam and I watched the England vs Italy game at The Dog and Bear, a new British pub on Queen West that was started by the boys of Parts and Labour.

Charmian

Paulette Phlipot – Made You Look

Fingers, don’t fail me now. I’m trying desperately to spell Paulette Phlipot’s last name right. It shouldn’t be that hard. After all, there are no accents requiring complex keystroke combinations. However, decades of typing have engrained certain

Precilla

Back at Linda for a revisit

I frequent Shops at Don Mills way too often for my own good, but I haven't eaten at Linda for more than a year. Linda offers a three-course $25 prix fixe menu that changes monthly. Two of the appetizer options included shrimp cocktail and spring rol

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Toronto Canada Day 2012

Here's your guide to Toronto Canada Day 2012 with events, fireworks, attractions, parties, and more...

sweetthingsto

4th Birthday Cake: Thomas & Friends Cake

Actually, Thomas the Train is not on this cake... we have Diesel 10, Gordon, James and Henry which is the little boys favorites - all handmade out of sugarpaste. The top tier of the cake was chocolate sour cream cake and the bottom tier was vanilla butt

Charmian

Berry-Lime Cornmeal Shortcakes

By now, you’ve likely heard a lot about Ripe: A Fresh, Colorful Approach to Fruits and Vegetables written by Cheryl Sternman Rule and photographed by Paulette Phlipot. You’ve likely seen some of its in-your-face photographs, read excerpts of the lig

Precilla

Brunch @ Table 17

It has been more than a year since my last trip to Table 17. Considering how much I enjoyed my dinner last time, I'm surprised that it took such a long time for me to come back for their brunch (and I was only motivated by the imminent expiration of my

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A Surprise Birthday Party at Cardinal Rule

Adam, Sam, Tiffany and I get full on vegan fish & chips, beef brisket, chicken wings and more at Cardinal Rule.

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Pride Toronto 2012 Guide

Pride 2012 kicks off in Toronto for the big weekend this Friday, June 29th. Check out our Pride Party Guide for the hottest events and venues in Toronto.

foodNURD

Lemon Curry Chicken

I have a seriously awesome husband. Since we found out that we’re expecting a little foodNURDling in December my moods and energy have fluctuated a lot and he’s rolled with the punches (metaphorical punches, to be clear…my mood swings aren’t that

TorontoFoodie

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Hi Foodie Readers! I am sorry I have been MIA for the last few weeks, I swear I haven’t abandoned you!! However, due to a family emergency I had to fly overseas last-minute and did not have the Internet access … Continue reading →

sweetthingsto

Sea Creature Cupcakes

A quick post today to start off your weekend... cute little sea creature cupcakes! Which one is your favorite? I can't decide between the octopus or crab.

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Friday’s Foodie: 10 Questions with Lisa Ng

Lisa Ng is indeed hip and urban, and has, alongside her partner Wendy Kam, cultivated an audience of equally savvy chiquitas across Toronto. She also has a pretty slick love of food and is consistently in-the-know of the city's food and restaurant scene.

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Segwaying through the Distillery with Nokia

For the first time, our intern gals Adara and Kimberley travel on their own to explore the wonders of the The Distillery District. Powered by raw ambition and the wheels of a segway, they both experienced the tastes and sounds of this historic Toronto lan

carmenhungry

The County General

A couple of weeks ago, I met up with a few friends of mine for a chilled out dinner at The County General (@CountyGeneral). They’re located at the corner of Queen st west and Shaw st., but surprisingly, most of us still missed it.

Charmian

Strawberry and Rhubarb En Papillote

As if Friday isn’t reason enough to celebrate. Today is the first anniversary of Lynn Ogryzlo’s The Ontario Table, and I’m one of her virtual guests. I’m pretty chuffed to be asked to take part. Not only do I enjoy a party, I like hanging out wit

Precilla

BTS Cafe (Adelaide)

Cupcakes are all the rage around the world, even in Australia. After brunch, we ventured to an adourable cupcake shop called BTS cafe. I loved the classy pink and black decor. I would love to have a room like this!

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Coronas & Fish Tacos at the Earl’s Patio Party

Earl's King Street throws a patio bash and feeds us Coronas, fish tacos and more!

carmenhungry

la carnita

A handful of friends and I went to la carnita (@la_carnita) for their second day of opening. Most of us have already had their tacos either during Toronto Underground Market or UNO so we mostly knew what to expect. And that we were craving

sweetthingsto

Star Trek Cake n' Cupcakes

One of my very popular blog posts is the Starship Enterprise surprise grooms cake. These cakes and cupcakes are for all the Star Trek fans out there: Live Long and Prosper! The cake was for a 40th birthday celebration and the flavor was neopolitan -

Charmian

Father’s Day Pie

How great is my dad? He’s so wonderful his son-in-law donned oven mitts and let his wife boss him about for 3 hours so there would be homemade pie for dessert on Father’s Day. How great is my husband? He’s so wonderful he donned oven mitts and le

Precilla

Glow Fresh Grill @ Shops at Don Mills

Since I've exhausted all the restaurant choices at Shops at Don Mills, I finally decided to give Glow a try. It's not that I shy away from healthy food, since I usually eat extremely healthy at home. But I just never really found tasty healthy food away f

carmenhungry

the mad italian

What? the mad Italian for gelatoWhere? 589 College st (506 streetcar west from College or Queen’s Park station)Price? $2.85-$5.85 (kiddie – large) The skinny: Gelato gelato gelato. The mad italian is all about it. They’ve got over 50 flav

sweetthingsto

Bob the Builder Cupcakes

Hope you are enjoying your weekend and Happy Father's Day! I thought these Bob the Builder cupcakes would be appropriate for your handyman husband or dad. Or maybe he isn't so handy, but that's okay too - Happy Father's Day!

carmenhungry

Crazy Banana Bread!

In the past month or two, I’ve baked my fair share of banana bread. I love the stuff! I’d like to believe that because there’s banana in there, I’m being healthy. Unfortunately, I’m the one baking it so I know exactly what goes into e

communaltable

Smoked Potato Towers with Chorizo and Arugula Pesto

Here’s a little piece of info I’m not sure I’ve shared before with readers of Communal Table. A long time ago (about 10 years or so), in a land far, far away (Winnipeg, Manitoba), I was hired in my first job as a trade magazine editor. The task: cre

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1,000 Tastes of Toronto at Luminato

We checked out 1,000 Tastes of Toronto at Luminato last weekend, and got through about 10 flavours before having to pack it in. Check out the misadventures of Adam and the Italians in the vlog...

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Friday’s Foodie: 10 Questions with Marie Nicola

Who doesn’t know the brand “Nat & Marie”? Well, if you don’t, you should! (www.NatandMarie.com) While both ladies are absolutely lovely and vibrant, one of them has a serious palette and many just don’t know how much this girl loves (or doesn’

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Paganelli's by Romagna-Mia

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Paganelli's by Romagna-Mia as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

Note: At least one new restaurant is added every week. Register now and get weekly updates. It's free to join - get 30% off your entire bill now!

Specializing in Northern Italian cuisine, we offer authentic flavours of Parmigiano-Reggiano, prosciutto di Parma, truffle, risotto, traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena, fresh pastas and piadina. We offer an extensive selection of Italian Regional wines.

Cuisine: Italian                       Neighbourhood: Downtown

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Vertical Restaurant and Bar

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Vertical Restaurant and Bar as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

Note: At least one new restaurant is added every week. Register now and get weekly updates. It's free to join - get 30% off your entire bill now!

Situated in the heart of the Financial District, Vertical is located on the mezzanine level of Canada's tallest building, First Canadian Place. Vertical features a 70 seat dining room, two private dining rooms and a separate bar|lounge featuring a stunning 40-foot sandstone bar top.

The gorgeous patio overlooks the King Street parkette and waterfall. The ingredient-driven seasonal menus of Chef Giacomo Pasquini draw inspiration from the diverse regions of Italy, with a focus on simplicity and freshness. Fresh handmade pasta, whole grilled fish, and naturally raised local beef are specialties of Vertical.

The wine list is a compilation of passionate producers who we feel grow varietals that best express their region. The list is focused in Italy, complemented by the New World regions of Canada, Australia, Argentina, California and New Zealand.

Complimentary parking for dinner guests is available in First Canadian Place after 5pm. Take the elevator to the 'mezzanine level'.

Cuisine: Italian         Neighbourhood: Downtown

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Hogtown Pub and Oyster, Piola Restaurant, El Gastronomo Vagabundo, Father's Day Tribute, Lil' Baci Taverna, Trevor Kitchen and Bar

Check out today's latest foodie articles brought to you by local Toronto food bloggers featuring Hogtown Pub and Oyster, Piola Restaurant, El Gastronomo Vagabundo, Father's Day Tribute, Lil' Baci Taverna, Trevor Kitchen and Bar

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Hogtown Pub & Oyster Grand Opening

What? Hogtown Pub & Oyster Where? 633 College St W (506 streetcar west from College or Queen’s Park station)Price? $10-$35 (they’ve got $1.5 oyster special!)The skinny: The offerings are all in the name, Hogtown Pub & Oyster. At this gast

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Piola Restaurant Lucky Gnocchi Day

Adam and Kim checked out Piola Restaurant for Lucky Gnocchi Day. Needless to say after all you can eat gnocchi they were more than a tad full...

heartlessgirl

Yorkdale Dine On 3

Today I got a chance to visit the slick new food court at Yorkdale Mall. This elevated new space has some old favourites, such as Manchou Wok, Subway and New York Fries, as well as some delicious new additions. Big Smoke Burger and Amaya Express might be

butteredup

Lately and The Delicious Project: Mushroom Risotto

As most food-lovers will agree, at meal times, you must have your camera ready. When I dine out, I frequently have my camera sitting in my lap, with the appropriate settings turned on to capture the perfect moment. It's especially awkward however, when th

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El Gastronomo Vagabundo's awesome wanderings | Foodpr0n.com

I've travelled all around Toronto - even to Niagara - and eaten at El Gastronomo's truck. For the first time, I see EGV's in a kitchen setting!

heartlessgirl

De-fuzzing at Fuzz Wax Bar

I’m back from my trip (more on that later)! Before I left, I made it my mission to get vacation ready! I popped into the Ten Spot and then went down the street for the real mission. Waxing. I have never tried or wanted to wax. Why pour hot wax on your l

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The Hogtown Pub & Oysters Opening Night Party

View the Vibe at the VIP/Media Opening Night party for The Hogtown Pub & Oysters.

TorontoFoodie

~ Summerlicious 2012: My Top 10 Picks ~

1) Canoe Price: $25 Lunch/$45 Dinner Info: http://goo.gl/fRC6C Note: What is a -licious event without Canoe? A must visit!! 2) Lai Wah Heen Price: $20 Lunch/$35 Dinner Info: http://goo.gl/hbhnU Note: Lots of buzz. Been meaning to go… 3) Bymark Price

Precilla

Breakfast @ Pranzo (Adelaide)

My next stop after Sydney was Adelaide, where my sister was studying at Carnegie Mellon's Heinz College campus. When it comes to food, Adelaide was a lot less exciting compared to Sydney, but we managed to find a couple of hidden gems. First stop- brunch

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Hidden Gem: The Beet Organic Cafe

VTV Intern Adara Doherty shares with us one of her favourite hidden gems, The Beet in the Junction. Have you been...?

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A Father’s Day Tribute & Contest from Fiesta Farms

I could listen to people’s personal stories about cooking and eating with their families for hours on end. Food truly does bring people together and bonds family members. I’ll never forget witnessing the intense feeling of sadness and regret when Neil

sweetthingsto

Crocodile Cake

You don't want to meet up with one of these... unless of course it is cake! I created this fun crocodile cake for a little boys birthday party which was being held at at reptile zoo near Toronto, Reptilia. How great is that?

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A Never Ending Tasting at the new Lil’ Baci Taverna

Lil' Baci Taverna opens its doors and entices us over 20 menu items that were delectable.

foodNURD

National BBQ Day Media Launch

For the last few months, I have been working with the wonderful not-for-profit company, Meal Exchange. They are passionate about getting youth involved in the local food movement, working to alleviate hunger across Canada, but always with a local focus. I

heartlessgirl

Rouge Days 2012

I’ve been working on an event I’d like to share with you! Rouge Days is a celebration of the Rouge River Watershed. The Rouge River Watershed stretches through Scarborough, Pickering, Ajax and Markham. It also includes the soon-to-be national Rouge Pa

carmenhungry

elle m'a dit

What? elle m’a dit for dinnerWhere? 35 Baldwin st (5 min walk from St. Patrick station)Price? $30-$60The skinny? Toronto had yet to be exposed to Alsatian cuisine until last June, when elle m’a dit opened in Baldwin Village. Helmed by Chef

Precilla

Dining Date Night @ Trevor Kitchen and Bar

I was thrilled that Trevor Kitchen and Bar joined Dining Date Night, since I had a fantastic Winterlicious experience here earlier this year. I was quite excited to try their regular menu this time and getting 30% off our bill just sweetened the deal so

heartlessgirl

Picture This: 1000 Tastes of Toronto

Luminato is a multidisciplinary festival combining visual art, music, drama, literature and food! I went to 1000 Tastes of Toronto. This event is on until Sunday June 9th, from 12pm – 9pm at the Distillery District. There are tons of delicious food boot

Charmian

Half an Hour Later in Newfoundland…

When you read the post title, did you hear the authoritative voice of a CBC announcer in your head? If you’re Canadian, you probably did. If it simply confused you, you should know that Newfoundland, Canada’s easternmost province, not only has its o

Precilla

Charlie & Co Burgers (Sydney)

Thanks to ANZAC Day celebrations (the Australian version of Remembrance day), many restaurants were closed in the morning and early afternoon, and we had to resort to eating at the mall food court at Westfield Sydney.

sweetthingsto

Lego Cake n' Cupcakes

I had an order for a dozen Lego cupcakes for a boys birthday party. I just happen to have some extra cake and a little extra times, so I thought I would surprise them with a matching cake!

Charmian

Citrus-Cured Arctic Char

I hate being “that person.” You know, the one who goes out to dinner with a group of friends and holds up everyone’s order because she asked the server where the tilapia came from. To ensure no one starved, I stopped asking. By default, I stopped or

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Food Meets Art at Luminato’s Carretilla Initiative

It’s Luminato time in Toronto and this year we were invited to an exclusive preview of the first ever “Carretilla Initiative”.

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Terroni, Dining in Sydney, BlueBirdTO Food and Art Fundraiser, Habits Gastropub, The Art of Eating, Grapefruit and Fennel Cake

Check out today's latest foodie articles brought to you by local Toronto food bloggers featuring Terroni, Dining in Sydney, BlueBirdTO Food and Art Fundraiser, Habits Gastropub, The Art of Eating, Grapefruit and Fennel Cake

Precilla

Dinner @ District Dining (Sydney)

After a long day of sightseeing, we stopped by District Dining for our last dinner in Sydney. District Dining is known for putting a modern twist to tapas-style sharing plates at an affordable price. The interior featured stylish wooden flooring and walls

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Strawberry Rhubarb Sorbet in Ice Bowls

A little while back, I was asked by Valerie Howes, the food editor at Reader's Digest to write an article about frozen desserts for the magazine's July issue. Right away, I knew what I wanted to write about: homemade ice bowls filled with berry sorbet. I'

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Linzer Blitz Torte

I moved to Shanghai when I was eight, it took me a while to adjust to the cultural shock of crazy fast taxis, the thick smog that hung stubbornly above the city’s skyline, and people who stared at me with big, curious eyes like I was a foreign creature

TorontoFoodie

Summerlicious – July 6 to 22nd, 2012

Summerlicious is here again! For anyone new to the event, it is about restaurants providing three course prix-fixe menu’s at a more affordable price. I strongly support this event because it attracts new customers for restaurants as well as let … Cont

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Terroni ★★★ 1/2

Price: $15+ Been meaning to visit this restaurant and finally got the chance to with a fellow foodie. We went on a weekday before 6pm, so it wasn’t too crowded. They usually gets busier after this, so try to make …

sweetthingsto

Roger Vivier Purse Cake

I had a lot of fun selecting the design for this surprise 50th birthday cake. I was told that the birthday girl loved the designer Roger Vivier and to use some spring colors.

There was so many wonderful designs to choose from. I ended up selecting th

Precilla

Dinner @ Bier Markt (Shops at Don Mills)

The last time I was at Bier Markt, I enjoyed their fondue festival. For the month of May, they featured the Shellfish festival, so we came here for dinner one day to check out that menu. Of course, it was hard to resist ordering beer from their vast

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BluebirdTO Hosts a Food & Art Fundraiser

Valerie Stachurski and I take our beaus to a food and art fundraiser hosted by BlueBirdTO to raise money for The Daily Bread Food Bank.

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Toronto’s Top Patios

VTV intern Kimberley Kirby recounts some of the View the Vibe team's favourite Toronto patios for summertime sipping.

Charmian

The Good, The Bad and the Improvised

This shouldn’t be happening. There are few worms in this soil, the ground has grown nothing but grass for 40 years, and the great big maple nearby calls dibs on all the nutrients. In spite of this, the beet are beginning to sprout. A week into the Famil

Precilla

Epic lunch @ Quay (Sydney)

I wanted one very special meal on my trip, and as soon as I read about Quay, I knew that this had to be it.! Quay is one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Australia, currently ranked #29 on the coveted S.Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurant’s

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New York, New York

Dear New York, it's been really, really nice to meet you. Life is full of fun contradictions sometimes, like going from shovelling manure compost in your muddy rubber boots one day, to drinking cocktails in your best dress at a swanky New York party the

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Grapefruit and Fennel Salad

When I lived in Montreal, I hosted monthly dinner parties to fundraise for my volunteer trip in the Philippines, it was a great opportunity to feed my friends (one party had more than 30 dinner guests!), though I really had an ulterior motive: to tackle t

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The Grid Burger Week at Habits Gastropub

In the last few years it amazes me how the basic burger has risen to be the talk of the town. While gourmet burger shops have been opening everywhere for the last 10 years, more recently tons of restaurants are stepping up their games to create the ulti

sweetthingsto

I love what I do!

The other day I posted this photo on Instagram: one of my cake clients left this thank-you card and gift in my mailbox - what a sweet surprise! I sure love what I do! On the same note, in a few short weeks, I will be a featured speaker at the Do What

foodNURD

Sauteed Vegetables with Soba Noodles

Currently, I am addicted to soba noodles. In truth, I love any kind of noodle (carb queen!) but these are my latest obsession. They’re easy to make and can be used in all sorts of dishes from salads to stir-frys. Last night, I went on a vegetarian tear,

FashiontoFood

Rock & Roll

Happy Jubilee Weekend. This is my tribute to Missy Liz ... rock & roll bitches! Feel like it needs a kick ass song to go with it but use your imagination ;) XOXO

Charmian

One-Day, One-Dollar

Spend a dollar. Save a dinner. Not a bad slogan. May 1st my app launched. A month later, I’m celebrating with a sale. Today only, Kitchen Disasters and Fixes is priced at $0.99. Both the iTunes version and the Android version are 2/3 off the regula

foodNURD

The Art of Reading The Art of Eating

M.F.K. Fisher’s tome, The Art of Eating is an absolute classic. A compilation of the author’s five best-known works, Eating is made up of five works: Serve It Forth, Consider the Oyster,How to Cook a Wolf, The Gastronomical Me and An Alphabet for Go

FashiontoFood

Rethink that Tweet

Favourite find of the day: Politwoops ... a website solely dedicated to tracking and sharing ALL the deleted tweets of US politicians. John McCain seems to be a regular offender ... love it!

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Nota Bene

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Nota Bene as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

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Nota Bene was named Canada's best new restaurant by Toronto Life & Air Canada's EnRoute magazine and was voted as one of Canada's Top Ten New Restaurants by Where Magazine.

Located at 180 Queen Street West, Nota Bene bridges the Toronto business district with funky Queen West; steps away from the Theatre district and the Four Seasons Centre For The Preforming Arts.

Open Lunch and dinner, the menu features fresh, seasonal cuisine executed by Chef David Lee and delivered in a professional and yet casual atmosphere designed by Tom Payne of KPMB.

Cuisine: Contemporary American           Neighbourhood: Queen Street West

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Bier Market, Toronto Burger Week, Oasis Rooftop Patio, Hot Oven Bakery, Kennedy Public House, L'Unita, Bestellen

Check out today's latest foodie articles brought to you by local Toronto food bloggers featuring Bier Market, Toronto Burger Week, Oasis Rooftop Patio, Hot Oven Bakery, Kennedy Public House, L'Unita, Bestellen and much more!

TorontoFoodie

Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe

Price: Under $10 Known for their ice creams, I recommend this café purely based on my childhood memories. Why you wonder? I actually had ice cream here on and off throughout my childhood. I recall Sicilian Sidewalk Cafe when I … Continue reading →

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Toronto Burger Week

Toronto Burger Week is now on! From May 30th to June 3rd, you can enjoy $5 burgers and $5 beer specials at majority of the participating restaurants. Notable participants include Holy Chuck, Keriwa Café, Union and The Stockyards. See The Grid TO for furt

communaltable

Homemade Chicken Burgers – A Kickoff to Summer!

Summer’s here, and it seemed to come on fast. I was just getting used to the no socks with shoes thing when full-on sandals and bare legs weather came out of nowhere. But I say bring it on. I love this time of year and I find it inspires me to dream up

FashiontoFood

ChchchchchChanges...

It's been a while since I shared my musings about life ... particularly food & fashion. There is a reason for that. You see, I've been thinking about blogging and what I get out of it... what you get out of it... I've been figuring out how

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Oasis Rooftop Patio Launch Party

Sam and I check out the Oasis Rooftop Launch party last Friday and get a little tipsy off Coors Light Iced Tea and Wayne Gretzky wine!

Charmian

The Family Garden Project

Who are these people and what on earth are they doing? No doubt this is what neighbours wonderd all last year as they saw a great circle of grass tilled, newspapers laid down, earth piled up and various people walking about the mess pointing, shrugging an

sweetthingsto

Peacock-Inspired Wedding Cake

I love the idea of a peacock-inspired designs and use of the sharp colors. This wedding cake also had elevated tiers so I could add some extra gold ribbon to enhance the design. This wedding was held at the Capitol Event Theatre but was a little dark w

TorontoFoodie

Hot Oven Bakery ★★

Price: Under $15 I happened to come across this bakery while in Bloor West Village area. I rarely, if ever venture out this far west so decided to do a bit of exploring. Just walked a bit from Runnymede to Jane

communaltable

Spiced Prunes from The Manse Boutique Inn

Weekend getaways can be so restorative, especially in a place as magical and charming as Prince Edward County. Neil and I fell in love with the County a few years ago when we first visited for the annual event Taste the County and then again for The Great

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The Kennedy Public House in Toronto

VTV intern Kimberley Kirby fills us in about Bloor West hot spot The Kennedy Public House...

TorontoFoodie

Bier Market – King West ★★ 1/2

Price: $15-30+ depending on the meal Met up with two other friends and decided to try Bier Market on King West. Hoped to find better service at this location than their Esplanade one. I had the poutine and fruli strawberry

kitchenvignettes

Lilac Scones with Rhubarb Curd

These are enchanting days.Between all the baby lambs being born at the farm lately, the lilacs in full voluptuous bloom, and the multitude of rhubarb desserts I've been consuming, things have been good. Very, very good. Actually, it's impossible not to be

Precilla

Breakfast @ BangBang Espresso Bar and Cafe (Sydney)

Another breakfast in Sydney, another uphill trek. (Next time I'll choose a hotel that's not situated at the bottom of a hill...) This time, I chose a cozy neighbourhood cafe nestled in a terraced-lined residential street in Surrey Hills.

butteredup

Olive Oil Pound Cake

There’s always a mix of anticipation, excitement, and hunger that stirs inside me when I slide cake out of the oven. A puff of hot air hits my face (I always forget to dodge), followed by the magical moment where the cake practically sings “TADA!!

carmenhungry

Bestellen

What? Bestellen for dinnerWhere? 972 College st w (506 streetcar from College station)Price? $30-$60The skinny: Bestellen, which in German means “to order”, is all about having a relaxed meal, while experiencing great food. Opened by Chef R

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Barque Smokehouse in Toronto

View the Vibe's intern Adara Doherty writes about one of her favourite spots, Barque Smokehouse...

foodNURD

Cochinita Pibil (Slow-Roasted Pork)

This one is all on Eat St. I was at home watching it and one of the food trucks had their version of cochinita pibil, a traditional Mexican shredded pork dish. For me, shopping for the ingredients was as much fun as making it. I headed off to Wychwood Bar

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Pickled Red Onions

As a mini-project over the long weekend, I decided to make pickled red onions. I’m sure I could have bought them, but we happen to have a surplus of them at home so it made a lot more sense just to make my own…especially when I discovered how easy it

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L’Unita, a Toronto Staple that Never Disappoints

Watch Adam and I eat our way through an amazing 5-course meal at L'Unita Restaurant, one of Toronto's best Italian restaurants.

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Il Posto

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Il Posto as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

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Situated in the heart of Yorkville, Il Posto has been one of Toronto's most renowned restaurants since 1981; welcoming guests for a variety of occasions including corporate business meetings, special events or for those who simply wish to enjoy an exquisite meal in the city's most elegant district.

Using only fresh products of superior quality to prepare the finest dishes, our culinary experts are able to offer Il Posto's customers the best of Italian cuisine, complemented by a variety of exclusive wines from our cellar.

The elegant main dining area, with our private dining room and Toronto's most popular patio in the summer, completed by our competent staff which puts in every effort to satisfy their guests expectations of an unforgettable fine dining experience.

Cuisine: Italian         Neighbourhood: Yorkville

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Dinner at Fabarnak, Factory Girl Wine Pairing, Aji Sai, Nettlekopita, Momofuki Seibo, Woodlot, Cast-Iron Chicken

Check out today's latest foodie articles brought to you by local Toronto food bloggers featuring Dinner at Fabarnak, Factory Girl Wine Pairing, Aji Sai, Nettlekopita, Momofuki Seibo, Woodlot, Cast-Iron Chicken Recipe

dressedtothe9to5

Am I too old to wear Abercrombie & Fitch?

The obvious answer is yes – however, I am in denial. It’s hard to let go. During my university years [when I thought Abercrombie & Fitch (A&F) was the shiznit], I spent inordinate amounts of time crossing the border to Buffalo to get my hands on A&F

Precilla

Dinner @ Fabarnak

Fabarnak is a super casual eatery located inside a community centre in the Gay Village. According to their website, at least 60% of their menu is sourced from local farmers and producers and they want to establish a menu that is "delicious, adventurous

sweetthingsto

2nd Birthday Cake: Elmo Cake

Elmo is so popular for 2 year olds! This was a very fun and colorful cake design. Although, I must admit, the chevron design was very difficult - but I was so happy with how it turned out! The bottom tier of the cake was banana sour cream cake

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Factory Girl Restaurant’s Wine Pairing Dinner

A tasty wine pairing dinner in an unassuming spot. Check out the vibe at Factory Girl's special event...

Charmian

I’m on CTV today

If you’re at home or have a TV recording device (VCR, PVR, DVR, JFK LMONP or whatever) I’m in Kitchener today on CTV’s News at Noon. I’ll be saving the world (or at least South Western Ontario) from senseless cooking disasters. Tune in as I show N

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Happy Mother’s Day! Matcha Layer Cake

Mother’s Day is that excuse of a day to thank the women in your lives who have made you who you are today. You should be thanking them everyday ;) But then again, an excuse to spoil them?! Perfect. My mom’s all kinds of awesome. She’

TorontoFoodie

Revisit: Aji Sai ★ 1/2

Price: Under $25 for ACYE dinner. So I rarely make these revisit posts but felt the experience from my last visit warranted it. I went to Aji Sai one night with a large group – about 15 or so approx. … Continue reading →

carmenhungry

Mango Cupcakes w/ Lime Whip

It’s rare for me to have mangoes on hand so when I do, we usually just eat them as is. In the off chance that I’m not that lazy, I’ll actually make something with them! :D Considering my last attempt at mango cupcakes wasn’t what I wante

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Nettlekopita

I have so much to tell you I don't even know where to begin. I guess this is what happens when you move to a new place. Life happens, but its flavour is a little more intensified somehow. First, I'm dying to tell you about my visit to Salt Water Farm, na

Precilla

Bar eats @ Momofuku Seiōbo

I have to admit that I didn't make plans to visit the Star Casino until I found out that David Chang opened a Momofuku restaurant there! Yes, I know that Momofuku is coming to Toronto soon (so excited!), but since I've never been to any of them in NYC

Charmian

Recipe: Cast-Iron Chicken

I’m filing this under “Why didn’t I think of this?” This dubious looking chicken is one of the best I’ve ever had. Moist, juicy and with an impossible crisp skin. It also won me over with it’s simplicity. I made this in between bursts of garde

Precilla

Dinner @ Woodlot

I've been dying to go to Woodlot for a long while, but it never works out, perhaps because it's ridiculously difficult to get a reservation there on short notice. Generally, you leave them a voice mail and hope that they call you back with your des

FashiontoFood

Hipster Princesses

This picture is simply awesome. Imagining Disney Princesses as hipsters will make just about any one's day. Right? Check out this link. More there. Have a wonderful weekend.

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Harlem East, Toronto Taste Preview with Roger Mooking, Daily Bread's Ultimate Food Challenge, Bellwoods Brewery

Check out today's latest foodie articles brought to you by local Toronto food bloggers featuring Harlem East, Toronto Taste Preview with Roger Mooking, Daily Bread's Ultimate Food Challenge, Bellwoods Brewery and much more!

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My Epic Meal at Centro

In the last couple of months, J has become friends with one of the wait staff at Centro. Trevor has been insisting that we come in one night to check it out; that we were missing out on a great dinner; that we’d be well taken care of. After a few weeks,

Charmian

My French Rolling Pin

This is my French rolling pin. It doesn’t have easy-grip handles. It doesn’t have ball bearings. It isn’t made from cold, heavy marble. It’s just a smooth, tapered piece of hardwood. For years I wondered why anyone would choose this style over the

FashiontoFood

Have a great weekend

I know. I know. I've been slacking off. Only one post this week but I have a really really great excuse. It's one of the most anticipated weeks all year. My mom and aunt both celebrated their birthdays this week AND it's Mother's day this

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Shop.ca opens it’s doors

Soon Shop.ca will be opening its virtual doors for business, and it’s got a pretty impressive list of brands. Why should you shop on Shop.ca? It’s Canadian! I always prefer to order from Canada If your order is more than $40 you get free shipping, and

Charmian

My Mother’s Hands

These hands turn 80 this summer. These hands have picked strawberries, made jam, kneaded bread, rolled pastry. They have decorated birthday cakes, anniversary cakes and wedding cakes. They have changed diapers, washed clothes, sewn dresses, mended seams,

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Bellwoods Brewery

What? Bellwoods Brewery for dinnerWhere? 124 Ossington ave (63 bus from Ossington OR 505 Dundas streetcar)Price? $10-$40The skinny: “Chef Guy Rawlings and crew have put together a collection of delicious snacks and creations to enjoy along

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Braised & Curried Tofu in Coconut Milk

A few months ago, we decided to implement Meatless Mondays at our place. We already had a good variety of Latin American recipes from which to pick that were vegetarian but after a couple of months, we’d pretty thoroughly exhausted them and wanted to tr

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Lunch Restaurants in Toronto: Queen and Bathurst Area

In the Queen and Bathurst area and looking for some prime nosh midday? Check out four of our favourite lunch restaurants that just happen to be near our office...

sweetthingsto

Monster High Cake

Part of the process for designing cakes is doing research on the topic. Most of the time, I am familiar with the topic and can just google pictures to put the design together. For this birthday cake, I definitely knew nothing about Monster High.

Charmian

Making and Breaking the Culinary Rules

Barb Freda is my kind of cook. She has firm opinions about cast iron frying pans, loves to break long-held culinary rules, and spells my name right. What more could you want in a fellow food writer? Not much, except perhaps to be invited along on some of

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Daily Bread’s Ultimate Food Challenge

The Daily Bread Food Bank hosted the Ultimate Food Challenge a couple weeks ago, and View the Vibe was on hand for all the culinary clashing action...

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Toronto Taste Preview with Chef Roger Mooking

Less than two weeks to go before Toronto Taste takes over the Royal Ontario Museum! On Sunday, May 27, more than 60 of Toronto’s best chefs and 30 wine, beer and other beverage producers will gather at the ROM to serve Toronto food lovers in support o

carmenhungry

Banh Mi Boys

What? Banh Mi Boys for “snacks”Where? 392 Queen st w (501 Queen streetcar OR 510 Spadina streetcar) Price? $5-$10The skinny: Just a few weeks ago, Banh Mi Boys reopened up their newly renovated space just off of Queen and Spadina. Think a s

FashiontoFood

Stole My Heart [of Dixie] ..

It's that time of year when some of us are sadly saying goodbye to TV shows that kept us dreaming through the cold fall and winter months. One show that had me hooked since the first episode is Heart of Dixie (HOD). I can't tell you just how absolutely a

carmenhungry

Harlem East

What? Harlem East for dinnerWhere? 67 Richmond st e (6 min walk from Queen station)Price? $20-$30 (mains $16-$23)The skinny: “Inspired by the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, Harlem celebrates the joy of Toronto’s cultural diversity and the

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Hollywood Gelato, La Cascina, Pho Pasteur, Tips on Cooking Fish, Arcadian Court Relaunches, Moroccan Lemon Chicken

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Charmian

Kitchen Disasters & Fixes — Today’s Winner

We have our first winner. Joni, who tends to burn things, has won a copy of my new app Kitchen Disasters & Fixes. I’ll be giving away a copy of the app each day this week until Sunday, so if you have an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, just leave a comment

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Keriwa Cafe

What? Keriwa Cafe for dinnerWhere? 1690 Queen st w (505 from Dundas west station // 501 Queen streetcar) Price? $30-$60The skinny: Chef and owner Aaron Joseph Bear Robe's Keriwa Cafe in Roncesvalles Village is garnering more and more attention.

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Joanne Kates' Top 100 Restaurants in Toronto 2012

New list is out! Here comes new food adventures...

sweetthingsto

Ombre Cake

Lately, all I see on Pinterest is the growing popularity of "Ombre" cakes. I don't even know how to pronounce it correctly - is the origin French or Spanish? Anyone know?

The only definition I could find is that "in fashion terms, it is a graduation

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Toronto’s Historic Arcadian Court Relaunches

O&B and The Bay, together...potentially forever. The two-mega companies have done another fusion of resources and talent, overtaking the Arcadian Court space and giving it a complete overhaul.

Charmian

Recipe: Butter and Maple Blondies

According to my mother, I have loved butter ever since I was old enough to sneak a one-pound brick of it out of the grocery bag, quietly peel back the foil, lick off a good inch, rewrap the evidence and slip it back in the bag. I think I was about 4. Toda

Charmian

Tips on Cooking Fish and Kitchen Disasters App Winners

Monday. One of the most maligned days of the week. According to the Mamas and Papas, not only is Monday untrustworthy, it will leave you crying. All of the time. Now I can’t have that. So below is a list of the people who won a copy of my app Kitchen D

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Some Thanks for Sandbanks

Nicki doesn't charm the pants off people. No, she charms wine bottles off them...

sweetthingsto

Colorful 1st Birthday Cake

I love the color theme of this 3-tier cake for a little girls 1st birthday celebration. The cupcake is a carved cake also! My client gave me a photo of the design and gave me this fun color theme of bright avocado green and shades of pink.

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Hidden Gem: Pho Pasteur

What's one favourite pho restaurant in Toronto you may never have heard of? Check out why Adam loves him some Pho Pasteur...

foodNURD

Spotlight Series: La Cascina

This is the first in a series of monthly posts about some of my favourite smaller spots in Toronto. I love getting to know the people behind the great food we have in this city! When people ask me, “What’s your favourite restaurant in the city?” m

heartlessgirl

Top 38 Pâtisseries in Paris

I have been staring at this site with equal parts anticipation and anxiety. So many pastries. So little time. Beautifully shot! I will be using this guide to figure out what to eat while I’m away in Paris this time next week!

carmenhungry

Hollywood Gelato

What? Hollywood GelatoWhere? 1640 Bayview ave (54 Lawrence E bus from Eglinton station OR 11 Bayview bus)Price? $4-6 ($21.95 for 1.5L take home)The skinny: Every year, there’s a new food trend (or trends) that sweep the city. A few years back

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Maple Banana Bread

I once went out with a boy who enjoys food as much as I do, we bonded over plates oozing with burrata cheese, plate brimming with fresh ravioli and pizzas bubbling straight from chimney ovens (if you live in Toronto or plan to visit sometime soon, you oug

Charmian

Recipe: Moroccan Lemon Chicken

Some days you just have to take a deep breath and say, “Well, it tasted great!” The day I broken open my stash of preserved lemons was one of those days. With bright yellow lemons and deep green mint, I thought I could turn out a dish as pretty as t

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Toronto Mother’s Day Brunch Picks

A brunette blogger brunch and Nicki shares her favourite Mother's Day restaurants.

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Yogurty's

What? Yogurty’s for froyoWhere? 527 Bloor st w (1 min walk from Bathurst station)Price? $0.55/oz (don’t quote me on this, I’m not 100% sure)The skinny: Everyone knows the whole fro-yo (or frozen yogourt) trend that’s still very much ali

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Trevor Kitchen and Bar

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Trevor Kitchen and Bar as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

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With more than 20 years in the business as a chef, Trevor Wilkinson found his own space to call home here at 38 Wellington Street East in 2006.

Trevor’s passion for all things delicious created an exciting restaurant offering a unique dining experience – quickly leading us to become a restaurant of choice in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Originally billed as an “anti-elitist fine dining establishment” we try not to cater to any one particular demographic... simply to all people who enjoy dining.

Our focus is simple: make great food & serve it well. Regional & seasonal cuisine simply prepared with classic French cooking techniques.

To compliment the menu, our 180-year-old heritage building showcases an intimate, candle-lit dining room & a sexy, contemporary bar & lounge offering great cocktails, unique beers & an award-winning wine list.

We hope you enjoy us.

Cuisine: Canadian                             Neighbourhood: Downtown

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Best Burger in Toronto, 40 Layers of Crepes, David Adjey's The Chickery Opening, Patio Time, Actinolite- New Eatery on Ossington, Yang's Kitchen Sushi Bar

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Whole Wheat Speculoos Snacking Cake (almost)

Around this time last year, I was strolling through the beautiful Jardin des Tuillieres in Paris with my closest friend, all the while still screaming in my head, OHMYGOD I’M IN PARIS!! Then, just as the sun was setting, we set out to locate our manda

heartlessgirl

Royal Mother’s Day Brunch at Casa Loma

Treat your mama to a delectable brunch at Casa Loma! This splurge is truly worth the $51.00 (plus tax). You are greeted with a delicious mimosa, and things only go up from there! It was the best brunch I ever had, (second going to this place. ) They had

DINEmagazine

Food & Wine To Do List

Niagara is chock-a-block full of culinary activities this summer. We see the oyster bars, smell the bbq grills; and we no longer need to feel like we have to book ahead for a taste; we no longer have to make reservations. The whole experience has become o

carmenhungry

Peanut Butter Cookies

Anyone remember when you were a kid and you’d eat spoonfuls of peanut butter?! Well, I didn’t have that so much since my brother’s allergic to peanuts…but I ate (and still eat) spoonfuls of nutella! Does that make up for it?

Charmian

Kitchen Disasters & Fixes is now on iTunes

Hooray, hooray! The month of May. My iTunes app went live today. Okay, I’m not a poet. But I have written a pretty good app. Having had more than my share of Kitchen Disasters, I thought it might be a good idea to share my hard-earned knowledge. Kitchen

FashiontoFood

40 Layers of Crepes

It isn't every day that I decide to take on Martha Stewart. Her recipes and her projects require quite bit of patience, diligence, concentration and attention to detail. While I can be all that (and more), it has to be for somethi

foodNURD

Glazed Pork Loin with Pineapple Chutney

Surfing around the internets, I landed on this recipe and was enticed by two of my favourite ingredients: pork ‘n’ pineapple. I added a little more cayenne to the chutney as I like things a little spicier. Also, if you’re a bit short on time, you ca

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David Adjey’s The Chickery Opening Today

Celebrity Chef David Adjey and Danny Farbman (What-a-Bagel) are opening QSR resto The Chickery today. Here's what you need to know...

sweetthingsto

Bridal Shower Cake

I love how this Bridal Shower cake turned out - soft and sweet! The bride-to-be wanted some orchids on the cake and said that I could do whatever I wanted. I couldn't wait - I just love orchids!

The cake was vanilla bean butter cake with

DINEmagazine

Patio Time

When the sun comes out, so do we…for Patio Time! Here are DINE’s picks for where to dine and unwind on some of Toronto’s more interesting patio’s—after work, mid-afternoon, or whenever your table is ready. Allen’s The largest collection of VQA

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TUM: Toronto Underground Market

Is it a farmer’s market? Is it a food festival? No. It’s TUM! A new kind of social food market for the community to sample the food of Toronto’s home cooks; a venue for budding entrepreneurs to showcase their products. Toronto is a hotplate of culin

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Actinolite: A Charming New Eatery on Ossington

When Actinolite opened a few weeks ago, we of course had to check it out. It had all the makings of a great new spot...

DINEmagazine

Dine and Fly

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) has announced its plans to bring the very best of Toronto’s culinary talent and restaurant scene to Toronto Pearson International Airport. Canada’s biggest airport, Toronto Pearson, handled 33.4 million pa

TorontoFoodie

Yang’s Kitchen Sushi Bar

Price: Adults – $14.99 for lunch and $21.99 for dinner. Children (9 or under) and Seniors (65 or over) are reduced. Surprised I haven’t reviewed this restaurant before. I have eaten at Yang’s a few times in the past but … Continue reading →

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The Big Burger Debate

The best burger in Toronto? Very debatable. In reality, I don’t think anyone can determine this because everyone has different tastes and every restaurant seems to have their own “trick” in making their burger special. Nonetheless a few weeks ago I

FashiontoFood

Have a great weekend

Oh Friday, how I love thee! Despite my two day headache marathon, it was a productive and fun week and I'm starting to feel more human again. Did you squeeze in some fun? To be honest, I can't recall exactly what I did but I remember havi

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Wine Bar

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Wine Bar as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

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Welcome to the Wine Bar at 9 Church Street, a hotspot on the Toronto  culinary scene!

Have a seat at our lively open kitchen and watch our chefs prepare your  very own tasting menu. Or tuck into a cozy, intimate table for two.  Choose from one of the finest wine lists in Canada - with many  vintages exclusive to us and every bottle handpicked by our Sommelier.

But you haven’t taken in the full experience until you have watched your  meal being prepared – right in front of you -- by leading Toronto Chef  Bryan Burke. You can expect Bryan to inform and entertain you while he expertly cooks  your meal using the finest local and naturally-raised food produced by  Ontario farmers and artisans.

And while other restaurants give you one  menu selection, dining at The Wine Bar means you are going to sample –  and share -- several fabulous menu selections, prepared in the Tapas  style and perfectly paired with a selection from one of the finest wine  lists in Canada.

Cuisine: Tapas / Small Plates              Neighbourhood: Entertainment District

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Wildfire Steakhouse & Wine Bar

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Wildfire Steakhouse & Wine Bar as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

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At Wildfire Steakhouse & Wine Bar, we bring you the very best of hardwood charcoal-inspired cooking to offer exquisite food and exceptional service in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We are committed to providing a memorable dining experience to each guest and we make your satisfaction our top priority.

Using only the freshest ingredients and grilled exclusively with Quebec maple charcoal, we prepare every dish to order in our open concept kitchen. In addition to our delicious Sterling Silver® steaks, we offer a wide range of other mouth-watering appetizers, entrees and desserts to please any palate. As an accompaniment, our wine list gives you a selection of over 750 wines, with labels to match every meal and suit any taste.

Wildfire's outstanding wine bar has been presented with the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence for five years consecutively for one of the best restaurant wine collections, and we offer our guests wines from regions around the world. Our unparalleled service and breathtakingly intimate ambiance set the stage for an unforgettable evening. We look forward to welcoming you to Wildfire Steakhouse & Wine Bar very soon.

Cuisine: Steakhouse Neighbourhood: Midtown-Uptown

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Brassaii

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Brassaii as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

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Located in the heart of the stylish King West District

Brassaii Restaurant and Lounge is Toronto’s sophisticated, cosmopolitan and culture destination. Nestled amidst a romantic cobblestone palazzo courtyard and charming outdoor patio, Brassaii embraces its architectural heritage, elevating your fine dining experience to an expedition in urban archeology and design.

The newly renovated venue contain a café, exposed, robust wine cellar, dining area, chic bar and lounge space, as well as an events room for private bookings. Brassaii offers a tantalizing menu inspired by interpretive, scintillating, Mediterranean fare crafted by celebrated Executive Chef Chris Kalisperas. Open seven days a week for lunch and late night dining, Brassaii also caters to the music and arts crowd by featuring performances, art exhibits and intimate show programming.

Brassaii is a visual expression in early French Renaissance details married with modern, progressive SOHO inspired design innovations. The Brassaii experience is portraiture of decadent, VIP luxury, while maintaining a warm, classic, celebratory environment.

Come visit us and enjoy a well-orchestrated, culinary and social gathering ambiance, not soon to be forgotten. Drink and dine in casual elegance amongst a refined atmosphere that will appease and delight the most discerning palette. We look forward to serving you in sumptuous style!

Cuisine: Mediterranean Neighbourhood: King West

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New Restaurant Added: DiningDateNight proudly presents Cream Restaurant and Lounge

DiningDateNight.com is proud to present Cream Restaurant and Lounge as the newest dining establishment to be added to our online reservation service.

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This boutique Restaurant/Lounge, located in the heart of King St. West, was established to cater to those looking for a truly decadent experience. Cream will provide a level of hospitality that true aficionados and the well healed will appreciate.

Cream is the perfect destination for those looking to escape the normality of cities lounge scene, offering wines and champagnes as well as creative martinis and champagne cocktails.

Imported french cheese plates and hand cut charcuterie, featuring wild game as well as oysters to compliment our French Tapas menu to offered couples a chance for a romantic rendezvous and small groups can enjoy a pre or post show experience with the theatre district mere blocks away. Cream is also available for select private events and receptions.

Cuisine: French Neighbourhood: King West

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