Set up your alarm-clucks for a weekend brunch at Toronto’s newest chicken-rotisserie restaurant! Union Chicken opened its doors in February as a collaboration between some of Toronto’s most well-seasoned chefs and influential restaurateurs of some exceptional restaurants within the city. Yannick Bigourdan, Adam Teolis, Michael Angeloni, and Dan Kennedy are no strangers to the food industry; they’ve all worked with local big-name chefs and restaurants that prioritize high-quality hospitality.
With craft beer only gaining in popularity, it doesn’t look like this trend will be slowing down anytime soon. Customers are simply demanding great local products, and we can’t blame them.
Passionate people create great products, and luckily for us, Torontonians are leading the way. With local favourite like Steam Whistle Brewery putting Toronto brews on the maps, it’s now the freshman’s turn to take the torch with some refreshing new beers.
I’ve long been a fan of Islay single-malt whiskeys for their complexity, which is often characterized by the distinct smoky aroma and lingering peaty notes unique to whiskies produced in this region of Scotland. So when Moet Hennessey and Ardbeg invited us to an exclusive 3 day #ARDVENTURE, it was clearly an offer that we could simply not refuse. Named after the small village located at the southern coast of Islay (pronounced “Eye-Lah”) where it has been distilled since the…
In anticipation for the TASTE Community Grown event at Crystal Palace on September 24th 2016, we received a preview of some of the most delectable food and drink in Prince Edward County. TASTE is considered one of “Ontario’s Top 100 festivals”. The annual culinary event is a showcase of wines, beers, ciders, and delicious food from the surrounding area. PEC is located in Southern Ontario on a large irregular headland at the eastern end of Lake Ontario; from Toronto, it…
Walking along Richmond St, I’m standing in front of two towering wooden doors. Unassuming and a contrast to the rest of the street, we were at the right location. Launched in June, The Wine Academy offers something unique in Canada, a not-so-average hideaway from the bustling city streets, especially in the downtown core where space is limited. Being part of the member’s club provides a place to enjoy wine, network, socialize and the ability to store your wine.
Out of the four seasons, summer belongs to the beloved patio. When the heat’s on, Torontonians flock to their favourite stomping ground.
Here are the top patios in the city to get your lounging and drinking game on point: