The best juice bars in Toronto are enjoying their moment in the sun and making it easy to guzzle the best of nature's goodness. Whether consumed for the perceived health benefits or just enjoyed for their deliciousness, these establishments have got you covered with everything from fancy cold-pressed concoctions, blended smoothies, concentrated shots, and even the occasional nut milk.
Here are the best juice bars in Toronto.
See also:The top 10 new juice bars in Toronto for 2014
Terroni's popular Southern Italian-style bakery is about to make a splash in the Financial District. Sud Forno will set up its second location in the soon to open heritage portion of the Bay Adelaide Centre East at the corner of Yonge and Temperance. When the bakery finally opens, it will be within a building (or more properly, facade) that was once located a half block south towards Adelaide.
It's an interesting structure, as the top floors house cooling and mechanical equipment for the Bay-Adelaide West tower (and soon the east as well), but you'd never imagine that if it wasn't for a construction process that exposed its inner-workings. Now that the exterior is in place, this is one of the better looking facades that remain on Lower Yonge.
The building isn't set to open until 2016, but one can already imagine a bustling intersection with Dineen Coffee and Sud Forno acting as anchors on their respective corners. A decade ago, Temperance was something of a neglected street, home to troupes of bike couriers and parking structures. It's now beginning to emerge as a key hub in the Financial District.
High Park is the latest Toronto icon to get a local beer named after it. The company was founded last year, but the city finally got a chance to sample the beer at this weekend's Junction Night Market, where High Park Brewery's tent was one of the busiest places of the festival.
In fact, the first batch sold out before the night was done, proving, once again, just how thirsty this city has become for craft beer. Founded by four friends -- or hockey buddies, as they call themselves -- the brewery is in its infancy. The Junction Night Market was something of a coming out party, but you can expect visibility to increase over the summer.
Right now, High Park's beers have yet to hit local draught lines or, of course, LCBO shelves, but intrepid local beer drinkers should keep an eye out for this new kid on the block. The two beers on offer this weekend, an English Special Ale (5.5%) and a German Pilsner Lager (4.5%), both received good reviews from night market attendees, which bodes well for the upstart brewery.
Photo by Hector Vasquez
A newly released Toronto app aims to change the way that people find parking spaces in this city. Some startups aim to solve problems that you don't know you have, while others focus squarely on pain points that are widely understood and complained about -- Rover would fall into the latter category.
The concept is simple: owners of private parking spaces can make them available via the Rover app, which then allows drivers to seek them out. As with most sharing-based solutions, pricing is cheaper than what you'll find at a downtown lot or for on-street parking. The hourly rate is capped at $2 with Rover, which becomes a steal if you can secure a spot downtown.
As a startup, the app could currently use an influx of people looking to rent out spaces. The motivation for renters, of course, is that it's possible to earn a few bucks off of an empty parking space with not a whole lot of effort (far less, obviously, than airBnB). It's hard to evaluate the success of the app at this early stage, but it's a damn good idea on paper (er, one's phone).
Today in Toronto will have you listening to live music at some of the top venues in the city. Catch Big Horn Sheep at The Piston, Cryptotips at The Drake Underground, or Special Costello and more at The Cavern Bar. If you prefer to take in your tunes outdoors, Casa Loma is hosting their weekly Symphony in the Gardens event.
For more events, click on over to our events section.
CORRECTION:Harry Potter Trivia Night has been removed from this post as the event has been cancelled. (14/07/2015)
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This week on DineSafe inspectors shuttered the Yonge and Eglinton location of Villa Madina for issues related to insect and pest infestations. Also on the list with conditional passes, the beloved Uncle Tetsu's Japanese Cheesecake, and repeat offender Magic Oven on Dupont.
See which other establishments landed on DineSafe's naughty list this week.
Magic Oven (270 Dupont St.)
Inspected on: July 6, 2015
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 5 (Minor: 4, Significant: 1)
Crucial infractions include: N/A
Mare Pizzeria (Baldwin Ave.)
Inspected on: July 7, 2015
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 2 (Minor: 1, Significant: 1)
Crucial infractions include: N/A
Saffron Spice Kitchen (459 Queen St. West)
Inspected on: July 7, 2015
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 5 (Minor: 2, Significant: 2, Crucial: 1)
Crucial infractions include: Maintain hazardous foods at internal temperature between 4 C and 60 C.
Cherry St. Restaurant (275 Cherry St.)
Inspected on: July 8, 2015
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 5 (Minor: 2, Significant: 2, Crucial: 1)
Crucial infractions include: Operator fail to ensure food is not contaminated/adulterated.
FV Foods (549 St. Clair Ave. West)
Inspected on: July 8, 2015
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 6 (Minor: 1, Significant: 2, Crucial: 3)
Crucial infractions include: Operator fail to ensure food is not contaminated/adulterated. Operator fail to maintain hazardous foods at 60C (140F) or hotter. Operator fail to maintain hazardous food(s) at 4C (40F) or colder.
Uncle Tetsu (598 Bay St.)
Inspected on: July 8, 2015
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 3 (Significant: 3)
Crucial infractions include: N/A
Fernando's Hideaway (591 Yonge St.)
Inspected on: July 9, 2015
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 6 (Minor: 1, Significant: 4, Crucial: 1)
Crucial infractions include: Operator fail to ensure food is not contaminated/adulterated.
Villa Madina (2300 Yonge St.)
Inspected on: July 9, 2015
Inspection finding: Red (Closed)
Number of infractions: 2 (Significant: 1, Crucial: 1)
Crucial infractions include: Operator fail to prevent an insect infestation.
Note: The above businesses each received infractions from DineSafe as originally reported on the DineSafe site. This does not imply that any of these businesses have not subsequently corrected the issue and received a passing grade by DineSafe inspectors. For the latest status for each of the mentioned businesses, including details on any subsequent inspections, please be sure to check the DineSafe site.
Coffee and comics. What's not to love? This new cafe combines its owner's two passions into a hybrid comic book store-coffee shop with carefully curated titles and caffeine, creating the perfect hangout for discerning geeks.
Read my profile of The Sidekick in the cafes section.
Mention of the Paris Metro almost never fails to come up when Toronto's future transit plans are discussed. Why can't we strive to be like Paris, so the argument goes. Subways! Subways! Subways!
There's no question it'd be nice to have a subway system even half as good as the Parisian Metro, even as it's completely unrealistic to compare a system that was first built in 1900, some 50 years before Toronto mustered up the civic will to get the Yonge Line built.
But given that we do compare all the time, this little exercise by Sean Galbraith will prove interesting to even those with only a passing interest in the incessant debate about transit expansion in Toronto. It's quite simple really: this map shows what the Paris Metro would look like if it serviced Toronto.
The density of stops is obviously incredible, particularly in the core of the city. Toronto doesn't really need this level of service, as nice as it might be to imagine without a price tag associated with it (not to mention the years upon years of construction and traffic woes that would come with such a subway project).
It's also worth noting how downtown-centric the system is. While there are lines that run to suburban regions (still better than Toronto), the density of stops is focused, as Galbraith notes, south of Eglinton. The Paris Metro might not be tailor made for Toronto's transit needs (no surprise there), but it does expose how far we have to go before our transit system is envy-worthy.
Check here for a high res version of the map.
The Halal Guys have their sights on Toronto. It will be the popular brand's first foray into Canada, with five locations planned around the city. Founded in New York City back in 1990, the bright yellow food carts have become an iconic element of the Manhattan street food scene.
A franchise deal in 2014 led to expansion from food carts to bricks and mortar restaurants across the United States (the rights to over 200 restaurants have been sold south of the border), which has finally brought the brand north of the border via Fransmart, the same company that's managed Five Guys Burgers and Fries expansion into the Canadian Market.
The Halal Guys are apparently often referred to as merely "Chicken and Rice," on account of their most popular platter. The hallmark of the concept is simple, halal-certified food in ample portions. Given the cachet the brand has already built elsewhere, I'm going to bet this will be a popular addition to the Toronto food scene.
Are you excited for the arrival of The Halal Guys? Let us know in the comments.
Photo via the Halal Guys on Facebook.
Archery tag in Toronto allows you to embrace your inner Katniss Everdeen or Hawkeye without even leaving the GTA. If you're looking for an unusual first date idea, a new way to work out, or just something a little more interesting than your average weekend bar hop, this may be it.
Here's a round-up of places to play archery tag in Toronto.
Archers Arena
This archery gym has pulled out all the stops, looking reminiscent of a Hunger Games training facility. It has both a target practice area and an 8,000 square foot playing space, for those who want to try some man-to-man combat. A Huge plus, after you try your hand at archery you can kick back in the lounge and play arcade games while you sip dollar drinks (non-alcoholic, sorry).
Archery District
Head to Scarborough if you're looking to refine your skills with a bow and arrow. Archery District offers a slightly smaller terrain than Archers Arena, with 5,000 feet of playing space. What they lack in size they make up for in style, the space is outfitted with astroturf and has faux vines covering the ceiling, giving it a distinct jungle vibe.
Get Ready Archery
If you are preparing for a zombie apocalypse, this is where you want to go. Get Ready Archery offers survival programs, battle games, and bow and arrow making workshops, so you'll be prepared for anything if danger strikes.
Battle Archery
Battle Archery has a massive space, with 11,000 square feet of game terrain. They welcome both teams and single players, and have a number of game modes ranging from Target Take-Down to Death-Match. Plus, at $22 per person, it may be less expensive than taking your date to dinner (and definitely more memorable).
Archery Circuit
Archery Circuit is ideal if you have an already established group of players, as they only book sessions for groups of 6 or more. The facility is outfitted with backlights and neon targets, making gameplay even more interesting. Word to the wise, don't wear white if you plan to maneuver any sneak attacks.
The Archery Initiative
Don't want to be restricted by walls and permanent targets? The Archery Initiative has got you covered. They bring the games outdoors, offering battle archery sessions near Ashbridges Bay. Keep in mind the pedestrians as your take on your opponents, it's all fun and games until somebody loses an eye.
The Archery Game
This state of the art gym is over 10,000 feet, giving faux-assassins ample space to engage in combat. They offer ten different TAG sessions, for repeat visitors that crave variety in their gaming.
Battle Sports Archery
Looking for a way to displace your anger with more than just bows and arrows? Battle sports outfits players with both archery gear as well as throwing weapons, giving players a unique battle experience.
What did I miss? Add more archery tag places to the comments.
Toronto's head of municipal licensing and standards wasn't blowing smoke when she promised a crackdown on UberX drivers last week. So far, over 70 charges have been laid, which include failure to submit a vehicle to the licensing approval and operation of an unlicensed limousine.
It will be curious to see what kind of deterrent, if any, a crackdown like this represents. While the Globe reports that fines range from $300 to $500 for these offences, according to this Reddit thread, Uber is taking a rather proactive stance when it comes to protecting its drivers.
It's also unclear how these charges will hold up in court, as some of the charges against UberX drivers nabbed in a crackdown earlier this year have been dropped. The remaining charges against those drivers have yet to be ruled upon, so while officers can continue to bust the drivers, the effectiveness of a crackdown remains up in the air.
But, hey, at least they're not issuing $20,000 fines to passengers, which Councillor Jim Karygiannis threatened earlier today. What do you think? Is the city making the right move in initiating this crackdown? Should someone tell Karygiannis to settle down?
Correction:The title of this article erroneously states that over 70 UberX drivers have been charged, when in fact that number refers to the total number of charges. Only 36 drivers have been charged so far.
A naturalized Don River and revitalized Port Lands are a step closer to reality today, as all three governments announced $5 million in funding for the due diligence required to proceed with a project that will ultimately cost in the neighbourhood of a billion dollars.
The idea is that by naturalizing the mouth of the Don River and providing flood plain protection to the vulnerable Port Lands, the city will finally able to proceed with development of these former industrial lands, which spans 400 hectares. Of that vast space, Waterfront Toronto claims that 290 hectares are a flood risk.
Truth be told, today's plans don't differ much from the last time the project was in the spotlight, save for some clever marketing that picks up on the fact that the re-routing of the Don will fashion a new island out of the northeast section of the Port Lands. In previous renderings, the island was nameless, but it's now being referred to as Villiers Island.
A new island is a decent way to generate some interest in a project that's actually quite pragmatic in nature. Flood plain protection isn't exactly sexy, but when you see what comes along with it -- namely ample green space and a dramatically beautified Port Lands -- it gets a whole lot more exciting.
Preliminary work is set to wrap up this year, which will be submitted along with an implementation strategy. It's a seven year project, so if it started in 2017, the earliest we would see a naturalized Don is 2024. That's a long time to wait, but at least the wheels are turning.
Photo by Twurdemann in the blogTO Flickr pool.
Today in Toronto will have you rocking out at the Mayhem Festival. The lineup includes The Devil Wears Prada, Slayer, King Diamond and more. If you'd rather get in on some Pan Am festivities, Hart House is hosting Music from the Americas: The Map Room Sessions, where you can catch local and international music acts.
For more events, click on over to our events section.
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Toronto's Festival Beer is nothing if not aptly named. Taking place July 24-26 at Exhibition Place, it is, inarguably, the city's largest beer event. And while there are obvious benefits to attending an event that boasts that distinction (i.e. all the dang beer), you can't simply iron your drinking pants, hop on the TTC, and hope for the best. You need to plan if you want to make the most of an event this big.
Here are 10 mostly serious rules for enjoying Toronto's Festival of Beer.
1. Drink the beer
With over 60 brewers pouring 300+ brands of beer, there's going to be a lot of beer to try. I recommend being strategic. Skip the stuff you can get every day at the Beer Store (obvi), opt for the unique and interesting stuff that is seasonal or a one off, and make a point to visit to your local brewer to show some love to the folks making beer in your own backyard.
2. Bring cash
No one likes a lineup. Given that you'll probably be queuing up for everything from food to the privelge to urinate, plan ahead so that you can at least skip the line at the ATM.
3. Be patient
There will be roughly 30,000 people attending the event over the weekend and, given that they will all be drinking alcohol, there's bound to be at least a few examples of dickish behaviour. In order to make sure everyone is having a good time, chill out, take a deep breath and--hey look, there's beer everywhere! Why you mad, bro?
4. Try to shut off your inner cynic for the afternoon.
With a grilling tent sponsored by Labatt's, rides sponsored by Uber, seminars sponsored by the Prud'homme Beer Certification program, and a host of other sponsors, it's often tough to still see this event as a " celebration of Canada's rich brewing history." Enjoy some sunshine, find the good beer, and try to drink enough of it to silence the sound of cash registers ringing in your ears.
5. Don't drive, dummy.
I forget which Toronto taxi service we're supposed to be supporting this week, but whichever one it is, call them and arrange for transportation. Or take the 511 streetcar, which will drop you off right at Exhibition Place. If you're attending Ontario' s largest beer event, you're clearly going to drink, so plan ahead. There's literally no excuse for driving under the influence.
6. Cut the sleeves off your t-shirt.
Given that the event takes place in late July, it's bound to be hot. Why not stay cool by removing the clothing that covers the hottest part of the body, your upper arms? As an added bonus, exposing your guns is a universal symbol that you like to party.
7. Please don't tell any one how Irish you are
Each year the festival features a pavilion that highlights beer from a certain geographical area. This year the pavilion will host a slew of Irish brewers, Irish entertainment, and Irish celebrity chefs to give attendees the full Irish experience. Of course if you actually are Irish, try to find some shade.
8. Consider taking at least a short break from drinking at some point
The festival offers loads of brewers' round tables, chats with beer sommeliers, and even a course on pairing beer with cheese. Check out one of the talks and learn something about beer. Or at least read the description of one of the talks, say "that sounds interesting," and then continue drinking beer.
9. Embrace your sense of musical nostalgia
The TFOB boasts live music every night and, consistent with previous years, the 2015 lineup brings a healthy dose of "hey I remember those guys!" This year, get down to Naughty by Nature on Friday and 54-40 on Saturday.
10. Don't ogle the beer girls.
It's bad enough that some big beer companies see the need to send young women in low cut shirts to events like this just to help sell their overly-marketed, shitty beer. There's no need to perpetuate this classless, sexist business model by patronizing said beer companies or by being a perv.
Toronto's Festival of Beer runs Friday July 24-Sunday July 26. Friday and Saturday are already sold out but you can still buy tickets for Sunday starting at $39.50. More info here.
What did I miss? Add your tips and suggestions in the comments.
Ben Johnson also writes about beer over on Ben's Beer Blog. Follow him on twitter @Ben_T_Johnson or we will kill this dog.
Photo by Andrew Williamson
Plain grey stucco from the outside and vaulted ceilings inside, the property at 122 Niagara Street is more funky than it appears. Located on an unassuming and quiet street near Bathurst and Wellington, the detached three bedroom with a double car driveway is a hidden gem in the busy downtown neighbourhood, priced just under $1.3 million.
An area flanked by high-rises, office buildings and a coffee shop on every corner, the residential street is a bit of serenity away from the hum of the 24-hour streetcar and the Bay Street crowd. The interior of the home resembles a modern loft with wood ceilings and exposed brick mixed with original stain glass windows and a stylish decor.
The home's main living space features a full brick wall, a grey and white galley kitchen in the back and a side entrance to a cute patio, shaded by a leafy tree. Upstairs the master bedroom is the most talked about room of the house (I can assume)---cathedral ceilings, more wood paneling, ensuite and a walk-in closest. This house has a lot to offer, now let's see if it sells for asking.
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NOTABLE FEATURES
GOOD FOR
A wide lot. It's rare to find a detached house with a driveway on a large downtown property. This trendy pad is move-in ready, with the added bonus of front pad parking and room for a storage shed, if desired.
MOVE ON IF
You loved exposed brick...like 10 years ago. The main floor boasts a wall of exposed brick, a common feature in older Toronto homes or industrial lofts. Not everyone's design taste but the wall is its own decorative look, no need for elaborate artwork.
ADDITIONAL PHOTOS
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Its neighbouring cheesecake shop has almost become synonymous with the word "lineup," but maybe you won't have to wait two hours to try the goods at this new cafe featuring the popular Japanese powdered green tea. Matcha madeleines, soft serve, slushies and shaved ice (and eventually cheesecakes) await Uncle Tetsu fans here.
Read my profile of Uncle Tetsu's Matcha Cafe in the bakeries section.
Stop griping about the Pan Am Games because rapper Kanye West is gracing Toronto with his presence at the event's Closing Ceremonies on July 26.
Rumours started flying Wednesday morning after Toronto men's basketball team player Anthony Bennett tweeted news of Yeezys's pending arrival. Soon, outlets such as the National Post and Noisey propelled this quasi-news forward. An official announcement at 10:30 ET from the Pan American Games host committee confirmed the stacked lineup for the closing festivities.
Tickets are still on sale and range from $90-$200.
Update (11:00am): Pitbull and Serena Ryder will also be performing.
What do you think about the line-up for the Pan Am Games Closing Ceremonies? Will you finally buy tickets for an event?
Photo by Shaheen Karolia in the blogTO Flickr pool.
Caribbean restaurants can be found in almost every corner of Toronto. These tried and true establishments are top sources for beef patties, over-stuffed roti, and a whole range of meaty deliciousness including curries, stews and barbecue.
Here are my picks for the top Caribbean restaurants in Toronto by neighbourhood.
See also:
The best Caribbean Restaurants in Toronto
The Best Jerk Chicken in Toronto
The Best Jamaican Patties in Toronto
The Best Roti in Toronto
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One Love Vegetarian Cafe is a meat-free haven that boasts a menu featuring roti filled with flavourful pumpkin, chickpeas and potatoes as well as the standout signature corn soup, a chunky, gently spiced chowder.
BLOORCOURT
Top Taste is a retail source for Jamaican patty giant Michidean. Freshly baked patties are the main attraction, but there's also staples like oxtail and goat curry with rice and peas.
BLOORDALE
Vena's is generous when it comes to packing its soft, chewy roti with selections of beef, chicken, goat and seafood. Vegetarians are well looked after too, with a dozen options that include squash, chickpeas, okra and more.
CABBAGETOWN
Mr. Jerk is a popular Caribbean takeout restaurant serving Cabbagetown residents, and according to the locals the thing to get here is the jerk pork.
THE DANFORTH
Smack in the middle of Greektown, find Simone's serving up some of the city's finest Jamaican eats. The homey dining room offers a dozen or so tables where locals enjoy housemade porridges, soups with dumplings and codfish fritters.
DON MILLS
Caribbean Palms occupies a strip mall storefront across from the Science Centre. The menu bills the usual assortment of stews, curries, and jerk dishes, but most impressive of all is the broad range of vegetarian dishes including roti stuffed with choices like channa, pumpkin, eggplant, or spinach.
DUNDAS WEST
While Patois has recently introduced Dundas West to a fun fusion of Chinese and Jamaican cuisines, Rhum Corner gets top billing here for offering an authentic taste of Haiti along with plenty of potent rum cocktails.
EGLINTON WEST
In the summer months, find the sweet scent of BBQ wafting from the drum cookers positioned out front of several establishments on this stretch of Eglinton. Satisfy your craving for grilled meat by following your nose, but if you're in the market for patties, head to Randy's where bulk patties can be bought frozen, and singles with saucy, messy beef centres can be enjoyed immediately.
ETOBICOKE
Drupati's specializes in doubles and roti, but the menu offers so much more. Head to the Albion Road location for Bake (fried bread) with smoked herring or salt fish, or try the roti stuffed with goat, chicken, or conch.
JUNCTION TRIANGLE
Charmaine's Place is an unassuming take-out joint on a quiet stretch of Davenport where the emphasis is on serving hearty and healthy home-cooked meals. Look forward to daily mains like jerk chicken and oxtail served in combos with sides like swiss chard and beets, along with Jamaican-style rice and peas.
KENSINGTON MARKET
Rasta Pasta is a Jamaican take-out joint where traditional ox tail Dutch pot and jerk chicken are joined by a lineup of pastas and panini. The namesake dish features pillowy gnocchi tossed in garlic oil with salt fish and ackee.
LESLIEVILLE
The Gerrard Square food court might seem like an unlikely place to find a great meal, but Tropical Joe's will dispel all your fears. This place does brisk business, serving up stewed oxtail and curried chicken wrapped in roti, or in combos with rice and peas plus chicken or pork, but the the real treasure on the menu is the jerk chicken or pork in poutine-form.
LIBERTY VILLAGE
Island Foods is a West Indian hot counter on King West where the roti features ground seasoned split peas before being packed with with potatoes and a choice of chicken, beef, goat, spinach, or eggplant.
MARKHAM
Scratch-made West Indian comfort foods are the specialty at George's Tastee Bakery & Deli. Patties here are baked onsite while hot meals include choices like chicken, oxtail, and mutton.
NORTH YORK
Jerk chicken piled onto coco bread and topped with slaw is a favourite on the menu at Allwyn's Bakery. Also not to be missed are the finger-licking good jerk chicken wings and a jerk pork roti.
PAPE VILLAGE
Steady's prides itself of dishing out authentic Jamaican home cooking and this means generous helpings of jerk chicken or oxtail on mounds of rice smothered in rich gravy.
PARKDALE
The house specialties at Bacchus include goat roti packed with spinach, squash, and potatoes, but if you're feeling adventurous try the curry shrimp with cheese. Fans of the hot sauce can take it home by the jar, and best of all, this place is licensed, so you can wash it all down with a beer, or rum and coke.
SCARBOROUGH
Mona's Roti deserves the recognition even amongst the stiff competition found in Scarborough. The take-out joint isn't fancy, but the open kitchen makes everything from roti skins, pholourie, and bara from scratch. Fill up with a choice of jerk meats and curries in the hot counter or stop in to snack on doubles doused in tamarind chutney.
ST. CLAIR WEST
Albert's Real Jamaican wins big points for being open real late. The take-away counter offers snacks like cod fritters, fried plantains, and dumplings with gravy, but big appetites know to go with the tender oxtail in a deep rich gravy.
QUEEN WEST
Tucked into the Food Market building on Queen West, The Jerk Joint is home to slow smoked jerk pork, fried chicken, and boneless curry chicken. Combos can be had with a choice of rice and peas, mixed root vegetables or even jerk-seasoned French fries.
UPPER BEACHES
The Real Jerk is a Toronto institution that's been dishing out excellent examples of island fare for over 30 years. Aside from the usual jerk chicken and pork options, look forward to jerk seasoned ribs and whole fish with callaloo.
WESTON MOUNT DENNIS
It's hard to beat the $5 combos offered at King's Delight. Choices include jerk chicken, stewed beef, curry goat, and cow's foot - each served with rice, peas, and slaw.
YONGE & COLLEGE
Ritz Caribbean Foods got its start back in '99 and has since grown to four Toronto locations including this one. The menu offers an array of stewed, curried, and barbecued meats and seafood, including the ever popular curried goat dinner served with a choice of rice and peas, or boiled dumplings and bananas, plus a side of salad or coleslaw.
YONGE & DUNDAS
Patties Express, as its name suggests, deals exclusively in yellow pastry pockets filled with minced beef, chicken or vegetables, and sometimes laced with scotch bonnet peppers. Be sure to grab napkins, those beef patties can be runny.
YONGE & EGLINTON
Satisfy your cravings for island flavours at Caribbean Bistro where house specialties include spinach or eggplant fritters, callaloo with stewed chicken or beef, and combos that pair jerk chicken with oxtail or ribs.
What did I miss? Disagree with my selections in the comments.
Lead photo of The Real Jerk by Jesse Milns
