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At Toronto's newest store you can share everything

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sharing depotToronto already has a Tool Library and a Kitchen Library, not to mention one of the busiest public library systems in the world. But now we'll be home to The Sharing Depot, which is billed as "Canada's first library of things."

Located at 1803 Danforth Ave., this outlet will stock a slew of items including sports equipment, camping gear, party supplies and games.

It's throwing an opening party on Wednesday night if you'd like to take a sneak peak inside this store that's redefining the meaning of the sharing economy.

And if you'd like to contribute, The Sharing Depot is still looking for items to add to its shelves. You can check out the expansive list here.


Ryerson throwing huge 6-themed concert this weekend

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ryerson concertAs students in Toronto wrap up their final exams, Ryerson University is getting ready to celebrate with a massive on-campus concert on Sunday, May 1. And unlike the last one, which famously featured Drake, this upcoming outdoor festival is open to the public.

So far, DJ Esco - Future's official DJ - is scheduled to play, as is a surprise special guest. There's no word on the Drake front, but one of the RSU (Ryerson Student Union) organizers assures that this secret artist is "up there." What a time to be alive.

Tickets for this "6 ¢ Concert" are on sale now - you have to buy them in advance because there won't be any available at the door. And yes, they're actually only six cents each.

Along with the music, the daytime festival will take over the pedestrian-only Gould Street with inflatables, food trucks and a shisha lounge. Even though I graduated last year, this alumna kind of wants to head back to campus for a homecoming of sorts this weekend.

Photo of Future by Josephine via the blogTO Flickr pool.

Today in Toronto: Thomas Ruff, Art Gems 2016, Music on Film, Dave Bookman's NU Music Nite, DoVira

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today in torontoToday in Toronto you can catch Thomas Ruff, one of the most influential photographers of the last three decades, in conversation at the AGO. Not into conceptual images? You can hit the Blooor to catch a flick about cellist Yo-Yo Ma or the Horseshoe for a free show.

For more events, click on over to our events section.

Have an event you'd like to plug? Submit your own listing to the blogTO Toronto events section.

Photo of a Thomas Ruff installation via the AGO.

This Week on DineSafe: Burrito Boyz, Chippy's, Ali Baba's, Paramount Fine Foods, Kathi Roll Express

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dinesafeThis week on DineSafe, city inspectors handed Burrito Boyz on College a red card after it wracked up half a dozen citations, including a crucial infraction for failing to prevent a rodent infestation. Two locations from the Ali Baba's chain are also on the list with conditional passes.

See which other restaurants got dinged by DineSafe this week.

Ali Baba's (24 Wellesley Street)
Inspected on: April 18, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 4 (Minor: 1, Significant: 3)
Crucial infractions include: N/A

Chippy's Fish & Chips (893 Queen Street West)
Inspected on: April 18, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 5 (Minor: 2, Significant: 3)
Crucial infractions include: N/A

Ali Baba's (117 Danforth Avenue)
Inspected on: April 19, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 6 (Minor: 1, Significant: 5)
Crucial infractions include: N/A

Flame Shack (506 Queen Street East)
Inspected on: April 20, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 2 (Minor: 2, Significant: 7)
Crucial infractions include: N/A

Pete's Open Kitchen (508 Queen Street East)
Inspected on: April 20, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 6 (Minor: 1, Significant: 3, Crucial: 2)
Crucial infractions include: Operator fail to ensure food is not contaminated/adulterated. Operator fail to maintain hazardous food(s) at 4C (40F) or colder.

The Kathi Roll Express (692 Yonge Street)
Inspected on: April 21, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 6 (Minor: 1, Significant: 4, Crucial: 1)
Crucial infractions include: Fail to protect food from contamination or adulteration.

Ha Noi 3 Seasons (588 Gerrard Street East)
Inspected on: April 21, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 3 (Significant: 2, Crucial: 1)
Crucial infractions include: Operator fail to ensure food is not contaminated/adulterated.

Burrito Boyz (575 College Street)
Inspected on: April 22, 2016
Inspection finding: Red (Closed)
Number of infractions: 6 (Minor: 3, Significant: 1, Crucial: 2)
Crucial infractions include: Operator fail to maintain hazardous food(s) at 4C (40F) or colder. Operator fail to prevent a rodent infestation

Paramount Fine Foods (253 Yonge Street)
Inspected on: April 22, 2016
Inspection finding: Yellow (Conditional)
Number of infractions: 5 (Minor: 3, Significant: 2)
Crucial infractions include: N/A

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.

The top 10 food truck events in and around Toronto

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food truck events torontoFood trucks in Toronto begin to roll out this time of year. While there are plenty of popular curbside spots to get your fill of truck eats sometimes the best way to get the full food truck experience is by making your way to dedicated food truck event.

Here are 10 can't miss food truck events in and around Toronto this year.

Food Truck'n Friday
This bi-weekly food truck event has returned for a second year and will continue into fall until the weather cools down. You can find Food Truck'n Friday every other week at Resurrection Rd. & Bloor St. W in Etobicoke from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Humber Food Truck Festival
For the first time Humber College is bringing a food truck festival to campus. The inaugural Humber Food Truck Festival will go down on Thursday April 28 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the North Campus in front of the LRC building. Expect gourmet grub from eight local trucks.

Sew Hungry
Hamilton's annual food truck rally will take place on Friday May 6 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Ottawa St N and will feature 25 food trucks from all over Ontario.

Whitby's Food Truck Frenzy
For the third consecutive year the Rotary Club of Whitby will be hosting its Food Truck Frenzy. The event will take place on May 14 and 15 at the Iroquois Sports Centre parking lot. Prepare to get stuffed as over 30+ food trucks.

Toronto Food Truck Festival
Make your way to Woodbine Park from July 29 to 31 to sample gourmet truck grub from some of Toronto's tastiest trucks. If you can't make it out don't fret as they will also be hosting festivals in Pickering and Richmond Hill later in the summer.

Roundhouse Craft Beer Festival
Upwards of a dozen Toronto food trucks will be joining craft breweries from across Ontario at this annual summertime event. Festivities will take place on August 13 and 14 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Roundhouse Park. Keep your eyes peeled for ticket sales.

CNE Food Truck Frenzy
The annual Food Truck Frenzy at the CNE will go down on August 26 to 27 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

AwesTRUCK
AwesTRUCK returns to Mississauga Celebration Square on September 5. This year the theme is World Market - trucks will feature cuisines from all over the world.

James Street Supercrawl
This annual Hamilton event brings together music, art, fashion and food. Last year there were around 40 food trucks in attendance. The event takes place September 9 to 11 along James St North.

Food Truck Festival Ontario
One of the largest food truck events in Toronto will go down on Sunday September 18. The location has yet to be announced but expect plenty of tasty food truck fare.

What did I miss? Add your favourite food truck event in the comments.

Photo by Jesse Milns.

House of the week: 162 Aldwych Avenue

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162 Aldwych AvenueThis ultra modern three level house, just east of the Danforth, is on the market for $1,488,000. Located at 162 Aldwych Avenue, the standout east side home is sitting pretty with its boxy wood facade and transparent glass back overlooking the fenced-in yard.

The four bedroom has almost 3,000 square feet of space and high ceilings framed by a skylight. There are a few fun features like the winding glass staircase (spread over five levels), a custom wine rack on the lower level, built-in speakers and other high tech gadgets like the video intercom.

162 Aldwych AvenueDon't knock the location. East Yorkers love their neighbourhood -- feeling more like a suburb with larger property spaces and limited towering high-rises blocking the view. It's quieter than the Danforth (especially during that crowded summer festival) and accessible by transit.

162 Aldwych AvenueSPECS

162 Aldwych AvenueNOTABLE FEATURES

  • Approx. 3,00 square feet (incl. basement)
  • Heated floors
  • Skylight
  • Fireplace
  • Glass staircase
  • Built-in wine rack
  • Third floor balcony
  • Garage

162 Aldwych AvenueGOOD FOR

This property has a lot to offer for a growing family. The home is quite large for an urban dwelling with four bedrooms, five baths and three car parking. A laundry room on the second floor will also prove useful if you have young kids or perhaps, sore knees.

162 Aldwych AvenueMOVE ON IF

You'd rather pay almost $1.5 million to live right in Greektown. It's my big fat Greek housing market in T.O. right now. You can't purchase much for under a million but realistically, you can still buy a decent size property for the same price (or less) closer to "the Danny."

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The top 5 soft pretzels in Toronto

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soft pretzels torontoSoft pretzels in Toronto make the perfect snack. Pair them with a dipping sauce at a local bar or restaurant or go direct to the source and eat them fresh out of the oven from a local bakery.

Here my picks for the top soft pretzels in Toronto.

Montmartre Bakery
This Scarborough bakery has been dishing out European style baked goods since 1970. Among a wide selection of breads and strudels you'll find their homemade soft pretzels ($0.85).

Amsterdam Brewhouse
Find the Amsterdam Pretzel ($6) at this lakeside brewpub. It's topped with flaked sea salt and served with grainy mustard for dipping.

Bier Markt
The Bavarian Pretzels (1 for $3 or 2 for $5) at this beer-focused pub with five locations in the GTA is best consumed along with a pint of Hefeweizen.

Dimpflmeier Bakery
This German bakery in Etobicoke makes hand-crafted pretzels ($1.50) topped with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.

Mill Street Beer Hall
This Distillery District beer hall has the priciest pretzel on this list. Their Giant Pretzel ($12) comes with spicy horseradish mustard and a baked cheese dip.

Photo by Jesse Milns.

15 must-see photography shows at Contact 2016

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contact toronto 2016The Contact Photography Festival in Toronto is celebrating its 20th birthday this year. For two decades, it has been showcasing local and internationally based artists at venues across the city. From gallery walls to unconventional outdoor installations, Contact brings us some of the best photographic work from around the world.

Here's what you can check out at this year's Contact Festival.

PRIMARY EXHIBITIONS

contact photography 2016Ever Young (BAND Gallery, April 28-May 29)
Travel to Accra, Ghana through James Barnor's photography. This exhibition at the BAND (Black Artists' Network in Dialogue) Gallery lets you see how life in Ghana changed during Barnor's long career.

contact photography 2016Public Exposures: The Art-Activism of Condé + Beveridge (401 Richmond, May 14-June 25)
Toronto-based photographers Carole Condé and Karl Beveridge use their artwork as a form of activism to highlight various social, economic and political issues related to unions, workplaces and the environment. See a large-scale retrospection of their work at 401 Richmond.

contact photography 2016Field Trip (McMichael, March 5-June 5)
Sarah Anne Johnson's solo show at the McMichael opened in March, but it's on through Contact as well. In it, she takes viewers to modern day music festivals and explores what they mean to youth.

contact photography 2016Object Relations (AGO, April 28-July 31)
Well-known German photographer Thomas Ruff is having his first solo North American museum show during Contact and you can see how he works with negatives and found photos at the AGO from April 28 to July 31.

contact photography 2016Counterpoints: Photography Through the Lens of Toronto Collections (Art Museum at the University of Toronto, May 6-July 30)
Head to the newly named Art Museum at the University of Toronto and explore the history of the 19th and 20th century through 100 photographs - by a number of renowned artists - sourced from 20 private collections.

Contact 2016Hypnagogia (Arsenal Toronto, May 6-June 25)
Photographer Alec Soth explores the stage between wakefulness and sleep - known as hypnagogia (and can include things like lucid dreaming). Hop out of bed and get lost in this solo show at Arsenal Toronto.

Contact 2016 AngelaScotiabank Photography Award - Angela Grauerholz (Ryerson Image Centre, May 4-August 21)
Scotiabank Photography Award-winning Angela Grauerholz will takeover the Ryerson Image Centre until August 21. She'll also be giving three lectures if you'd like to learn more about her work and process.

FEATURED

Contact 2016 Suzy LakePerforming an Archive (Georgia Scherman Projects, April 29-June 4)
Renowned Canadian photographer Suzy Lake's solo show at Georgia Scherman Projects features work from her residency in Detroit, Michigan. It explores the city's rise and fall as well as her family's history in this once booming urban centre.

Contact 2016 InternetInternet Mountains (Gardiner Museum, May 1-31)
See how Canadian artist Clive Holden's contemporary photographic work intersects with ancient clay pieces from the Gardiner Museum's collection. This exhibition is on until the end of May.

Contact 2016 MaddinRansom Notes from the Lavender Underground (Drake Hotel, April 27-June 22)
Guy Maddin is a celebrated Canadian filmmaker and artist, and in this exhibition at the Drake Hotel - in partnership with TIFF - you can immerse yourself in Maddin's layered collage work.

PUBLIC INSTALLATIONS

Contact 2016 Drake#DrizzyDoesUTSG (UofT, May 1-31)
The popular @uoftdrizzy Instagram account is getting its own art show. Instead of holing up at UofT Scarborough, the collegiate Drake will venture to the school's St. George campus where he'll appear on 15 11 × 17" posters.

Contact 2016 Dysturb#Dysturb (Kensington Market & Chinatown, May 1-31)
You can view this installation by simply walking through Chinatown and Kensington Market. When you do, you'll see massive images captured by photojournalists from around the world. These wall-size photographs depict various on-going issues and force you to confront them.

OPEN EXHIBITIONS

Contact 2016 News2015 National Pictures of the Year by News Photographers Association of Canada (IX Gallery, April 23-May 27)
Check out images from some of Canada's best photojournalists. This exhibition highlights work from the News Photographers Association of Canada's National Picture of the Year competition finalists and winners.

Contact 2016 JayscaleJacob Gils & Jayscale Duo (Struck Contemporary, April 22-May 22)
At Struck Contemporary, you can see Instagram superstar Jayscale's soaring rooftop photography alongside Jacob Gils's more impressionistic work.

Contact 2016 We Soon Be Nigh! (LE Gallery, May 6-28)
Do you think about the apocalypse a lot? You might after Brendan George Ko's show at LE Gallery, which uses real-life images and scenes from pop culture (think disaster movies) to look at the end of the world as we know it.

Images via the Contact Festival: Sarah Anne Johnson, Zombie Dance (2015); James Barnor, Ginger Nyarku Featherweight boxer with Coronation Belt (1953); Carole Condé and Karl Beveridge, Linda, (1981); Sarah Anne Johnson, Yellow Dinosaur (2015); Thomas Ruff, press++0145 (2015); Stephen Waddell, Lakeside (2011); Alec Soth, Park Hyatt Hotel, Tokyo (2015); Angela Grauerholz, La bibliothèque (1993); Suzy Lake, 507 Drexel Avenue, Frederick Schneider, 1890 (2014/16); Guy Maddin, Keyhole (2007); Clive Holden, INTERNET MOUNTAINS 28 (2014); @uoftdrizzy; Dysturb in NYC; Peter Power, Innu Swing (2014); Jayscale, Adelaide (2015); Brendan George Ko, Nine Eleven (The Marker) (2001-2011). Top photo by @jayscale..


Toronto gets an authentic Texas-style barbecue joint

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Adamson Barbecue TorontoTexas-style barbecue has arrived in Toronto as this just-opened restaurant. Make sure to order a thorough sampling of all the meats; beef brisket, ribs, pulled pork, sausages and smoked turkey on a platter with slices of white bread with pickles and onions.

Read my profile of Adamson Barbecue in the restaurants section.

Now you can make your own Drake album cover

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make your own drakeDrake set the world on fire after he released his Views From The Six album cover, which shows him sitting atop the C.N. Tower. As per usual, the Toronto-based rapper inspired numerous parodies and memes.

And now, thanks to the interactive media company The Young Astronauts, you can make your very own Views cover with a simple drag-and-drop online tool.

Make like Drizzy and photoshop away. You can make the local legend sit on top of anything; be it a plate of pasta from Sotto Sotto, the Toronto Sign or on the sofa at the new Uncle Tetsu Japanese Angel Cafe. Get creative and showcase your own view of the 6.

Also, in case there's any confusion, the original album cover was a Photoshop job too.

Share links to your Photoshopped Drake covers in the comments.

Pizza cones are now available in Toronto

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Yummy ConeThe latest and greatest way to eat pizza in Toronto is in a cone. Yup, picture an ice cream cone but stuffed with cheese, tomato sauce, and all the toppings you'd expect at a pizza parlour. This restaurant does a variety of pizza cones, from the traditional pepperoni to the more daring breakfast version.

Read my profile of Yummy Cone in the restaurants section.

Traffic nightmare coming to St. Clair West this summer

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st clair west ttc constructionRemember all that complaining about the traffic nightmare that St. Clair West would be when the streetcar right of way (ROW) was installed? That hasn't happened. With the exception of the bottleneck that happens under the Georgetown rail corridor near Old Weston Rd., the ROW has only improved overall traffic flow along the street.

That will come to a grinding halt this summer, though. The TTC is set to modify the passenger platforms to accommodate the eventual arrival of the new streetcar fleet in 2018, which means that streetcar service will be replaced by buses between St. Clair West Station and Gunn's Loop (just past Keele St.).

The retrofitting process of the platforms is scheduled to take place between June and September, after which time the installation of a new streetcar platform at St. Clair Station will commence. During this construction period (September to December), buses will run betwen St. Clair and St. Clair West.

With a huge influx of buses to the west of of Bathurst over the summer months, you can expect congestion to spike throughout much of this portion of the route, which already has more traffic than eastern portion of the ROW.

Streetcars will still run between St. Clair and St. Clair West until the first phase wraps, at which time replacement buses will then run over this section of the ROW. During both phases of construction, passengers will transfer from buses to streetcars at St. Clair West Station, which is going to be a mighty busy place for the duration of 2016.

The nightmare on St. Clair is real, but fortunately it's temporary.

Photo by Jeremy Gilbert in the blogTO Flickr pool.

New Star Trek series to be filmed in Toronto

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star trek torontoLocal Trekkies have reason to celebrate with news that the latest iteration of the Star Trek television series will film in Toronto later this year. It was originally slated for production in Los Angeles, but recent reports have confirmed the switch to Toronto for yet-to-be-titled show.

This follows Star Trek Beyond as only the second production in franchise history to be film outside of the United States. Series director Bryan Fuller has plenty of experience shooting in these parts having recently completed work on Hannibal in the city. He's also at work on American Gods in Toronto throughout the summer.

Toronto has always had a special relationship with the Star Trek franchise, be it the appearance of the CN Tower in TNG's "Contagion" episode or the massive 1994 convention that took place at SkyDome to celebrate the conclusion of the series. Back then, Citytv was even the Federation Station, if you'll recall.

Details about the new series are sparse, but rumours abound that the first season will be set in a timeline between the Undiscovered Country and TNG. The show is set to air in January 2017, so filming will is due to begin imminently.

YouTube opens space for video creators in Toronto

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YouTube TorontoToronto's first YouTube Space is tucked away in alleyway near Richmond and Sherbourne (it's at 230 Richmond St. E., to be exact). And that's fitting considering it's part of the the George Brown College campus.

youtube torontoThe 3,500 square foot facility gives YouTube creators a professional studio where they can access high-quality camera equipment - including 360 and virtual reality cameras - lights, a sound stage and sets.

YouTube Space Toronto sound stageGeorge Brown students helped design the open concept space. It's heavily branded with YouTube's ubiquitous colour scheme, but also includes nods to our city, especially in Studio 1.

YouTube Space Toronto muralThis pre-set room includes murals by Runt (you know, the artist who painted Lee's Palace) as well as various pieces of Canadiana kitsch, like old snowshoes and skis, which announce that this is indeed Canada's very first YouTube Space.

YouTube Space Toronto couchThe studio will likely change its look quarterly, but at press time, it features a bar area, a concert stage and a cozy-looking couch area.

YouTube Space TorontoWhen I visit, Studio 2 is relatively bare, but it's filled with Google Cardboard goggles as well as VR (virtual reality) and 360 cameras, giving creators an opportunity to experiment with these emerging technologies and cinematic techniques.

YouTube Space Toronto barCreators with more than 10,000 subscribers can book out equipment and all of the sound stages and studios. However, even those with fewer followers can access the space and anyone can sign up to learn from some our city's most well known YouTubers at workshops and events.

YouTube Space TorontoAnd Toronto is home to some pretty well-known YouTubers. Photos of JusReign (Jasmeet Singh), LaurDIY (Lauren Riihimaki) and The Domestic Geek (Sara Lynn Cauchon) line the walls and boast about their enormous followings. Instead of traveling to YouTube Spaces in cities such as New York or Los Angeles, local vloggers can now work from home and collaborate with one another.

YouTube Space Toronto"This is amazing because we are all creators and we work in isolated situations throughout the city," says Greg Brown who runs the enormously popular AsapSCIENCE channel along with Mitch Moffit. "But now," he continues, "there's a place where we can actually come together and hang out."YouTube Space Toronto

Photos by Hector Vasquez.

Today in Toronto: Digifest Opening Party, TIFF Food on Film, PotterProv book 4, Contact Launch Party

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Contact FestivalToday in Toronto you can fill your evening with art and tech bashes. Both Digifest and Contact are throwing opening parties to celebrate their launches. If you're more into Harry Potter, hit up Comedy Bar for the fourth instalment of PotterProv.

For more events, click on over to our events section.

Have an event you'd like to plug? Submit your own listing to the blogTO Toronto events section.

Photo via the CONTACT Photography Festival on Facebook.


High Park cherry blossoms to bloom in early May

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High Park cherry blossomsThe High Park cherry blossoms are on track to bloom in early May this year. A variety of sites that track the progress of the sakura buds peg the date of peak bloom between May 5 and 12. That's around the same time as last year when we saw the flowers in full force on May 6.

As to what kind of a show we can expect this year, the inconsistent weather this spring might diminish the saturation of peak bloom as some of the buds have already turned to leaves without blossoms. According to Sakura in High Park, this was also the case in 2014, and we can expect the blossoms to be similar in scale to that year.

If last year is any indication, Toronto can also expect the cherry blossoms at Robarts Library to reach peak bloom in early May, usually a few days earlier than those at High Park. There will still be updates to come as April draws to a close, but with the sakura buds already out, predictions of blossom dates have been quite reliable historically.

If the long term weather forecast holds, the weekend of May 7 and 8 looks to be a good one, with temperatures in the mid teens and sunny skies. Mark your calendars for a trip to High Park.

Photo by Jason Cook in the blogTO Flickr pool.

Toronto pizzeria rolls back the prices to 1966

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gerrard pizzaTake a trip through time today at one of Toronto's oldest pizzerias. To celebrate its 50th year in business, Gerrard Pizza is offering up its most popular menu items at their 1966 prices.

For today only, small 12-inch cheese pizzas are $1, spaghetti with tomato sauce is $1.25, a veal sandwich is $0.85 and a ham sandwich is a mere $0.40 -- welcome to the 60s, Toronto. It gives a whole new meaning to cheap eats, doesn't it?

This deal starts at noon and runs all day, but it's for takeout orders only. Along with the pizza, pasta and sandwich-related deals, the rest of Gerrard Pizza's menu will be 50 per cent off.

Toronto is getting an Indian and Thai vegan food truck

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The Vegan ExtremistVegans, your prayers have been answered. Toronto is getting its first vegan food truck, The Vegan Extremist. While plenty of Toronto food trucks like Blazin Cajun and Portobello Burger offer up vegan items this will be the first of its kind to be 100% meat and dairy free.

So what will the truck be serving? Expect chana masala, panang curry, Thai red curry, samosas, paratha bread and rice. Also featured on the menu will be sweet offerings like rice pudding.

The truck will debut on May 14 at Veggie Fest Hamilton. For additional locations keep your eyes peeled to Toronto Food Trucks.

The top 8 prime rib in Toronto

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prime rib torontoPrime rib offerings in Toronto are a meaty bunch. Some of the finest slabs of this cut of beef can be found at Toronto's best steakhouses and upscale dining eateries. While some eateries offer this special only on Sundays these spots offer it seven days a week.

Here are my picks for the top prime rib in Toronto.

Smith Bros. Steakhouse Tavern
Head to this Scarborough steakhouse for a Prime Rib Platter ($32). The 12oz slab of meat is hand-carved and served along side au jus, yorkshire pudding and garlic mashed potatoes.

Harbour Sixty Steakhouse
This Harbourfront steakhouse dishes out a Roasted Prime Rib ($65) served along side au jus. Complete the meal with a side of baby spinach, onion rings or a decadent lobster mashed potato.

Octagon
This Thornhill restaurant has been serving well executed cuts of meat for decades. Their Roast Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus ($54.95 - $65.95) is a USDA prime rib prepared to your liking and paired with their own au jus.

Barberian's Steakhouse
Found by Yonge & Dundas is one of Toronto's most famous steakhouses. Their Roast Prime Rib of Beef ($49.50) comes with garlic bread, picked and your choice of fries, baked potato or rice.

Copacabana
This Brazilian steakhouse serves up AYCE meat for $48 Sunday to Thursday and $55 Friday and Saturday. Among the copious amounts of meat offerings you'll discover their prime rib stuffed with cheddar cheese.

The Steak Pit
Since 1948 this North York eatery has been plating quality cuts of meat. Their Prime Rib of Beef comes in your choice of a 16oz Steak Pit Cut ($34) or a 12oz English Cut ($30).

Quinn's Steakhouse & Irish Bar
The menu at this Financial District pub boasts a Quinn's Prime Rib that is available in an 8oz ($28), 12oz ($34), 16oz ($40) and a whopping 20oz ($46) portion. All meals are accompanied by roasted garlic mashed potatoes, vegetables, beef au jus and Quinn's horseradish.

Cote de Boeuf
They started out as just a butcher shop but now this Ossington storefront is serving up meaty meals. Among the shops dinner options is a dry aged prime rib from Scotch Mountain Farms ($95) which can easily feed 2 to 3 people. The prime rib is served along side seasonal vegetables and pommes sauté.

What did I miss? Add your favourite prime rib in the comments.

Photo of Smith Bros. Steakhouse Tavern by @ciaodar.

Purple Rain coming back to the big screen in Toronto

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purple rain torontoFor one night only, Cineplex will be showing Prince's 1984 film Purple Rain at movie theatres across the country.

On Monday, May 2, you can catch it at Cineplex Cinemas Yonge-Dundas, Cineplex Cinemas VIP Don Mills and Famous Players Canada Square, located at Yonge and Eglinton.

Tickets are $6.99, with $1 going towards MusiCounts, a Canadian charity that supports music education.

Prince died on April 21 at the age of 57. Since then, people from around the world have celebrated his life with an outpouring of moving tributes.

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