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Toronto Restaurant Openings: Double D's, Cafe Cancan, Madame Boeuf, Sud Forno

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Toronto Restaurant Openings highlights the latest restaurant openings and closings in Toronto and also gives a preview of what's coming soon. Find us here every Thursday morning.

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How to look for summer jobs in Toronto right now

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Summer jobs in Toronto aren't too difficult to find, if you know where to look. There are lots of new companies in town that have openings as well as jobs particularly well-suited to students

Overall all, many organizations hire students and other seasonal employees for the warmer months and many also hold open job fairs where you can apply - and often get interviewed - right on site.

Here's how to look for summer jobs in Toronto right now.

Events you might want to check out:

ICONINK Job Fair (March 31 @ Byblos)
There are lots of full and part-time positions open at ICONINK's well-known Toronto venues.
Kasa Moto Job Fair (April 1 @ Kasa Moto)
This Yorkville restaurant, with a massive patio, is hiring for all sorts of FOH positions.
Thompson Toronto Rooftop Job Fair (April 5 @ Thompson Hotel Toronto)
Spend your summer working at one of the city's swankiest rooftop pools, because the Thompson's hiring bar backs, bartenders, hosts, pool attendants and servers.
Lifeguard Job Fair (April 8 @ Canada’s Wonderland Human Resources Centre)
Head to Canada's Wonderland's Human Resources building to apply and interview for lifeguard positions at this amusement park just north of the city.
The Addisons Job Fair (April 11 @ The Addisons)
The Addisons is hiring this summer for ALL positions so stop by on April 11 for the bar's annual job fair.
Retail Council of Canada - Spring Job Fair (April 18 @ Toronto Reference Library)
There will be more than 500 retail job opportunities at this fair. Be sure to dress professionally, bring at least 10 copies of your resume and register in advance.
Animation Job Fair 2017 (April 29 @ TAAFI - Toronto Animation Arts Festival International)
The TAAFI Animation Job Fair helps connect top studios with Canada's best animation, visual effects, gaming students and professionals. It's free to attend.
Canada Job Expo (May 18 @ North York Memorial Hall )
This massive job fair in North York should help you get yourself (and your resume) out there.
HackerNest Tech Job Fair (May 27 @ MaRS Discovery District)
Head to one of Canada's biggest tech recruitment events at speak with representatives from the innovative companies you want to work for.

The top 10 student bars in Toronto

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Student bars in Toronto have cheap eats and even cheaper drinks. These late-night haunts will let you put aside your school-related woes and might even become your second home during your academic career.

Here are my picks for the top student bars in Toronto.

Dance Cave

This grungy Annex dance club is a favourite amongst students for a variety of reasons. It's close to campus, admission is free with a student card and it plays an eclectic mix of alt, modern-rock and top 40.

Einstein

Since it's right across the street from the University of Toronto, this pub attracts the post-library crowd. It's a hub for nightly specials and cheap, no-name brews - just how students like it. Pitchers are available on the cheap and there's a jukebox, pool and foosball tables.

El Furniture Warehouse

Menu items will set you back $4.95, making this bar affordable for students on a budget. If you aren't in the area, hit up Queen St. Warehouse and The Dime.

Grace O'Malley's

Make your way to this Irish bar on the weekend and see a lineup of students snaking around the building. While it may seem daunting, it's well worth the wait because when you enter, live music is blaring, drinks are flowing and everyone is there to have a grand 'ol time.

Imperial Pub

This dive bar is home to a cozy upstairs lounge with big comfy chairs and a warm, homey feel. There's a quaint patio outside that overlooks the east side of Yonge-Dundas Square and a menu stocked with pub fare.

Labyrinth Lounge

Most often referred to as "The Lab" by locals, this hole-in-the-wall bar offers daily drink specials at staggeringly low prices. If you're looking for cheap shots, The Lab is the watering hole for you. 

Madison Avenue Pub

This three-storey Victorian mansion is a Toronto institution. A student's life would simply not be complete without the near-ceremonial experience of a night of drinking at The Maddy.

Prenup Pub

Find this pub with a sizeable beer selection on the outskirts of U of T's St.. George campus. It's the perfect place to unload after a cram session.

Red Room

The Red Room is part of a clan of near identical student-friendly restaurants scattered throughout the Annex and Toronto's west side. It's known for its chill atmosphere as well as its cheap food and drinks.

Sneaky Dee's

Gouging nachos and drinking way too much at this Little Italy bar is a rite of passage for Toronto's student population.The graffiti-ridden furniture, Tex-Mex menu, and ever-flowing beer taps make it a must-visit dive bar destination.

Toronto in awe over this morning's spectacular sunrise

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If you were up in the wee hours of the morning you were lucky enough to witness one of the most spectacular sunrises of the year. Skies were filled with red, purple and yellow hues making for some pretty epic shots for your Instagram feed.

If you slept in this morning here's what you missed.

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The TTC will close a section of Line 1 this weekend

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The start of April brings Toronto its first TTC subway closure of the spring, which will be a busy season for scheduled maintenance throughout the system. To kick things off, Line 1 will be closed between King and St. Andrew stations on April 1 and 2.

Only one station will be out of service over the weekend, but it's one of the most important ones in the system. With subway service suspended at Union, those needing to access Toronto's main rail hub will find themselves walking from King Street.

There will be no shuttle buses used for this closure. From an accessibility standpoint, it's also worth mentioning that those requiring an elevator on the Yonge portion of the line will need to use Queen Station, as King isn't equipped with one.

It only gets more trying from here. Next weekend's closure will shut down Line 1 between St. George and Downsview stations.

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Weekend events in Toronto March 31-April 2 2017

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Weekend events in Toronto include the return of the House of Vans, a giant pillow fight at Nathan Phillips Square, and a Britney Spears dance class, which doubles as the only workout you'll need until Monday. 

Events you might want to check out:

House of Vans (March 31 - April 2 @ 99 Sudbury)
The Community Market at House of Vans Toronto will feature artists, designers and retailers.
Spring Exhibitions Opening Party (March 31 @ Xpace Cultural Centre)
Head to the Xpace Cultural Centre for their spring opening with snacks, drinks and work from Tak Pham, Ronnie Clarke, Marlon Kroll, Sophia Oppel and Tommy Truong.
Toronto Food & Drink Market (March 31 - April 2 @ Toronto Congress Centre)
This massive food and drink market will feature samples, talks and demonstrations.
Bevy Brew Fest 2017 (March 31 - April 1 @ Evergreen)
The Society of Beer Drinking Ladies returns with their latest women-only beer party. This is their biggest festival to date.
The Ultimate Britney Dance Class (April 1-22 @ George Brown College )
Enter this George Brown dance studio and learn to dance like Britney (or at least, like her backup dancers)!
Pillow Fight Toronto 2017 (April 1 @ Toronto)
Swing and whack as you evade pillow-wielding assailants. Bring a soft (feather-free) pillow and wait for the signal. When that happens, it's a giant free for all in front of City Hall.
Toronto Storytelling Festival (April 2 @ Harbourfront Centre)
Storytellers gather from Haida Gwaii, Quebec, Japan, Ethiopia, Iran, Newfoundland, Haiti, Cameroon, Zimbabwe, and even outer space for this event.
Doored 29 (March 31 @ AGO - Art Gallery of Ontario)
This is a wonderful and strange early evening party at the AGO featuring local and international artists.
Essence Brown (March 31 - April 1 @ The Steady)
Head here for a night of hip-hop, dancehall and R&B with the Essence Brown crew and their very special guest Max Mohenu.
The Tea with Tati Tour (March 31 - April 1 @ Fly 2.0)
Tatiana was a standout queen on Rupaul's Drag Race last year and she's touring the planet with her very own show.
100 percent Dynamite (March 31 - April 1 @ The Piston)
DJ's Jason Sanders, Misty McKenzie-Hill and Parkdale Funk help you step back into the 1960s, sweat, move and dance like no one's watching.
Tapette (April 1 @ Bambi's)
Tapette returns to Bambi's this month for a special night of French house and disco. DJ Phillippe spins in the grotto, while the queer crowd dances in the dark.
Love Saves The Day (April 1 @ The Beaver)
This is a night of classic house and disco on the tiny by mighty dance floor at The Beaver. There's no cover and most definitely no attitude.
NY Night Train (April 1 @ Velvet Underground)
The self-proclaimed most popular, prolific, and fun soul party returns to Toronto with NYC's legendary DJ Jonathan Toubin.
Besharam turns 13 (April 1 @ Nest)
One of Toronto's biggest Bollywood parties celebrates 13 years of Bollywood love. DJs Amita and Vikk spin all the hits and classics.
Nite Comfort 43 (April 2 @ Handlebar)
Ada Vale, Blank Nurse and No Light take the stage starting at 10 p.m. Expect everything from goth-pop to electronic dance.
Hot Wax Meltdown (March 31 - April 1 @ Dakota Tavern)
Toronto's premiere Rock'n'Soul outfit returns to the Dakota with a bevy of back catalogue hits.
Said The Whale (March 31 - April 1 @ Lee's Palace)
The Vancouver indie band makes a rare Toronto appearance. They'll be performing some of their secretive new material and oldies that fans love.
Big Sean (April 2 @ REBEL)
Detroit's Big Sean finally lands in Toronto with special guest MadeinTYO. His much-anticipated Toronto stop will see him perform the hits and new stuff.

Condo of the week: 40 Westmoreland Avenue #16

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This former church at 40 Westmoreland Avenue is a stunning example of adaptive reuse. Original built in 1914, it was converted into 17 multi-level suites a century later and now features some of the coolest living spaces in the city.

40 westmoreland avenue torontoWe've featured the building before, but this is the first time we've gotten a look inside the nearly 1,600 square foot unit 16. Like the others, it's a multi-level space that features lots of exposed brick and a unique floor plan. There's even a bridge!

40 westmoreland avenue torontoIt's hard to pick out a highlight, though the bathtub tucked into an arch on the top floor might make the cut. The master bedroom is also a stunning spot that gestures to the original character of the building and looks like a peaceful place to rest your head at night.

40 westmoreland avenue torontoWhen you consider other recently listed condos near the same price, this space seems particularly remarkable. It's also just a five minute walk to the subway, so you're not giving up anything location-wise.

40 westmoreland avenue torontoSpecs
  • Address: #16 - 40 Westmoreland Ave.
  • Price: $1,450,000
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Parking: 1
  • Walk Score: 95
  • Transit Score: 90
  • Maintenance Fees: $481,75
  • Listing agent: Maggie Lind and Sharon Lane
  • Listing ID:W3743917
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Lapsed church-goers who relish the idea of living in a tranquil space. Alternately, this condo will prove highly desirable for anyone looking for a unique home on the west side of the city. 

40 westmoreland avenue torontoMove On If

You believe in ghosts? In certain light, a former church might seem spooky. More seriously, the multi-level space might scare off anyone thinking they might have a little one running around in the near future.

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Thanks to Bosley Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage for sponsoring our condo of the week. All editorial written and selected by blogTO.

The top 10 markets and pop-ups in Toronto this April

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Markets and pop-ups in April are a brave bunch. They take over spaces like a huge warehouse in the east end, a rock 'n' roll bar and even Yorkdale Mall. You'll find everything from chimney stacks and oysters, to men's fashion and unique printed works.

Events you might want to check out:

April Really Really Free Market (April 1 @ Really Really Free Market Campbell Park)
This is the original Bunz trading zone. Everything is free, no money is exchanged, and there's no swapping. From 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. browse the tables and limit yourself to one large shopping bag per person.
Island Oysters pop-up (April 2 @ Halo Brewery)
Island oysters make a welcome return to Halo brewery for two Sundays in April. Find three types of New Brunswick oysters matched with Halo beer, separately or in package deals.
Eva's Original Chimneys Pop-Up (April 3-30 @ Yorkdale Shopping Centre)
The Yorkdale Mall won't even know when hit them once Eva's has their way with them. They've created their most decadent cones yet for this month-long pop-up in a mall. Watch for the exclusive drip cake cone.
Men's Market (April 7 @ District 28)
This is a trade show event geared towards style-minded men in Toronto. There'll be classic vendors from Toronto favourites and brand new designers on hand as well. There'll also be food and drinks inside the huge warehouse.
LitBang! Pop Up Store (April 7-30 @ Citizenry )
An annual pop up shop featuring a collection of small-press literary magazines, as well as limited edition art, posters, T-shirts, buttons and a cafe.
Akin Pixel & Bristle Pop Up Series (April 18 @ The Drake Hotel)
Akin Collective Dufferin Studios and Pixel & Bristle Design Market pop-up inside the Drake lobby with work from local artists and designers. There'll also be drinks and many of the makers will be on hand.
The Trinity Bellwoods Flea (April 23 @ The Great Hall - Lower Hall)
Head over to the Great Hall from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. for a day of locally crafted goods, local food, music and plenty of goods vibes. It's a curated selection of art, fashion, vintage, food and handmade vendors and admission is free.
Peaces Night Market (April 27 @ Stones Place)
A night market that strives to bring Ontario's most exclusive eco-conscious artisans , entrepreneurs, artists and non-profit organizations together under one roof for some shopping and good music.

50 things to do this spring in Toronto

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Spring events and activities in Toronto clearly show the city's excitement for warmer weather. There are so many great festivals, parties, food and drink events and reasons to get back outside and see people, the city and the nature around us again.

Here are 50 things to do this spring in Toronto. 

Activities you can do all spring long

Celebrate Canada's big birthday

The big day might be July 1, but Canada is celebrating its 150th starting as early as this spring with free park passes, concerts, installations and activations all over the city. 

Get inspired at an art crawl or fair

Refresh your life and apartment with some beautiful new work from local artists who are selling their pieces at places like the Distillery's ArtFest (May 20-22), the Kensington Market Art Fair (May 29), the Riverdale Art Walk (June 3) and the Liberty Village art crawl (June 10).

Take a hike

Here are five ideal hikes in and around Toronto to get you moving. You don't want to get stuck on a path that's felt the brunt of our rainy spring weather.

Go for a spin

Spin classes are one of the hottest fitness trends in Toronto right now. They're a surefire way to kick your butt into summer mode and newer studios like SoulCycleRide Cycle Club, Torq, and SpinCo are ready for your buckets of sweat. 

Take your own (new) brewery tour

This city sure loves its local beer. It seems there are more breweries in Toronto than ever before, so why not visit some of the newer kids on the block like Shacklands, Liberty Commons, Rorschach or Bellwoods' latest location on Hafis Road?

Shop at a farmers' market

Almost every neighbourhood in Toronto has a farmers' market, so they're easy access when you need the freshness that comes with spring. The Sorauren Market, the Trinity Bellwoods Market (starts May 9),  Leslieville Market (starts May 26), are just a few to get you going.

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Dundas West Fest is back again this year on June 3. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Walk around a street festival

It's time to close off the streets and enjoy festivals like the Spring into Parkdale Sidewalk Fest (May 13), the Waterfront Artist Market kickoff (May 20), the first Kensington Market Pedestrian Sunday (May 28), and Dundas West Fest (June 3).

Start music festival season off with several bangs

Toronto's music festivals start in the spring and run into the last minutes of summer. Check out CMW (April 18-22), Electric Island (May 22), CBC Music Festival (May 27) and Field Trip (June 3-4), to name a few.

A night at the theatre

Check out a show this season with something major like The BodyGuard or The Book of Mormon, or a smaller production, such as the Little Shop of Horrors or Crawlspace. Don't forget to visit Crow's Nest, Toronto's newest destination for live theatre.

Become a volunteer

April 23 to 29 is National Volunteer Week and it's an event that galvanizes folks who want to donate their time to help others in the city by giving them the tools to get started.

Set your inner activist free

Toronto's activist movement is livelier than ever and you can make your voice heard with the March for Science (April 22), the Pipeline Protest at Queens Park (April 29), by volunteering or by simply keeping your eyes on the activist calendar.

Food and drink events

Drink coffee

Toronto coffee and tea lovers unite for the new two-day coffee and tea festival. It might inspire you to visit some of the city's latest indie cafes, such as Strange Love, Bottle Rocket, Bob Coffee Bar and Boxcar Social on Temperance. 

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The annual Toronto Taste fundraiser for Second Harvest returns to Toronto on June 4. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Stuff your face

Things are growing again now that spring is here, which means exciting food festivals, like Veggielicious (May 5-21), Toronto Taste (June 4), BBQ Eats Festival (June 9-11) and the Stop Night Market (June 13-14).

Quench your thirst at a spring beer festival

Now that the sun is back out, it's time to enjoy beer in wide open spaces with pals at events like Brewer's Backyard (April 14), Toronto's Festival of Beer (May 20), and the Session Toronto Craft Beer Festival (June 10).

Get messy at a rib festival

There are two big rib fests this spring: the Ribs & BBQ Bash (May 18-21) and the Beach BBQ and Brews Festival (June 17-19). Who wants to eat all that meat in the summer heat?

Follow a new food truck

Toronto's love affair with food trucks is far from over. Look for meals on wheels from folks like Zest It Up, Alijandro's, Crispy Craves, Maestro Mac 'n' Cheese, Que Rico, Pronto Italian and Ravi Soups.

Try Toronto's new crop of Indigenous restaurants

There's a sudden influx of restaurants shining the spotlight on Indigenous food and ingredients. Kū-kŭm on Mount Pleasant, Pow Wow Cafe in Kensington and Nish Dish in Koreatown are three you're going to want to try. 

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Station Cold Brew is behind the brand new Cold Brew Cocktail Week starting April 24. Photo by Hector Vasquez.

Get a buzz at Cold Brew Cocktail Week

Toronto loves its cold brew spots, which is why it's so glorious we now have Cold Brew Cocktail week from Station Cold Brew.

Clink glasses at beer week

From June 10 t0 19, celebrate independent, locally brewed beer at Ontario Craft Beer Week with all types of events, pub nights, crawls and talks all over the city. 

Get your fill of seafood

The Lobster Clam Jam (May 20) is a much-loved outdoor food festival originating in Montreal, which will swim its way over to Cabana Pool Bar to show off all kinds of fish dishes from renowned local chefs and restaurants.

Sports and Fitness

Run around the city

There are several major running events happening in Toronto this spring like the One Brave Run (April 8), the MEC Waterfront Flyer (April 9), Beaches Easter Day 5K (April 16),  Bum Run (April 30), and the Goodlife Marathon (May 7), to get you warmed up. 

Make good use of your yoga mat

There is an endless string of yoga events and classes in Toronto this spring, including yoga in the Royal Conservatory (April 5), a yoga for climbers class (April 9), and a huge glow in the dark yoga fundraiser event. 

Hang out in Jurassic Park

The Raptors are in the playoffs again and ground zero for Toronto Raptor's fans will be the fan zone just outside the ACC. Things get really exciting surrounded by 3,000 fans, DJs and all kinds of swag.

Cheer on the Jays at a new sports bar

Try Homestand, Toronto's newest sports bar that's throwing all sorts of interesting Jays-related events. There's also Striker, Toronto's only LGBT sports bar, or KT Bar in the old Riverside Dark Horse space.

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TFC fans hope for a repeat showing from last year but maybe a better result in the finals this time. Photo by Hector Vasquez.

Be the ultimate TFC fan

Last year the Reds almost won it all, so why not jump on the bandwagon early and see some TFC games before the heat wave arrives.

Join the Wolfpack

Canada now has a professional rugby team that needs your support. The season has already started, but you can still grab tickets and head to Lamport Stadium to see what they're all about.

More events and activities

Shop at a night market

There are a number of noteworthy night markets this spring, including the Men's Market (April 7), the spring Midnight Mrkt (April 14) and the Peaces Night Market in Parkdale (April 27), where you'll find fashion, vendors, drinks and lots of food.

Listen to your favourite lit or podcast star

Some pretty cool lit and podcast stars are gracing Toronto with their wit and wisdom this spring, including Margaret Atwood (April 13), Junot Daz (April 21), Ira Glass (May 13) and David Sedaris (June 3).

Enlighten yourself at a massive classical music festival

A classy way to celebrate Canada's 150th is by checking out some of the country's most innovative composers and and musicians at 21C

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Tiny Records on Queen East will be one of the many local stores celebrating Record Store Day on April 22. Photo by Matt Forsythe.

Play the record

April 22 is Record Store Day and Toronto's vinyl shops take this very seriously by offering all kinds of one-off, super exclusive deals and releases. Be sure to check out your favourite neighbourhood shop and get there when the doors open. 

The largest film festival ever

National Canadian Film Day is April 19 and it's a massive one-day, coast-to-coast-to-coast celebration of Canadian cinema with 1,700  screenings. Check the website for your closest screening.

All-time favourites for spring
 
Watch the Cherry Blossoms bloom

The High Park Cherry Blossoms watch is on, and they're predicting peak bloom will happen on May 1. Be warned, that day is absolute chaos in the park. 

Take in some spring film festivals

You can watch all kinds of great films this spring at the Silent Film Fest (April 6-11), TIFF Kids (April 7-23), Hot Docs (April 27-May 7), and Inside Out (May 25 - June 4) at theatres around the city.

Check out the city's up-and-coming creative class

See what Toronto's youngest and most creative minds are up to at Ryerson's Mass Exodus (April 8), Ryerson's new media Meta show (April 6-9), Sheridan's Illustration grads (April 12-13) and  OCAD U's GradEx (May 3-7).

Find your inner road warrior

Toronto Bike Month runs from May 30 to Jun 30 and there are some great events to kick start your riding life. like Bike to Work Day (May 29). Other events will be announced on the official site shortly.

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The Contact Photography Festival will showcase more than 200 exhibitions this year. Photo by Andrew Williamson.

Stand in awe of this city-wide photography festival

From April 29 through the end of May, the streets, billboards, signs and walls of Toronto will be a lot more interesting thanks to the Contact Photography Festival. 

Give the planet a big hug

There are plenty of ways to celebrate Earth Day (April 22) in Toronto, including early events at the Green Living Show (April 7-9) and the Gladstone's Grow-Op festival (April 19-23).

Get your comic on

The Toronto Comics Arts Fair (May 13-14) is a wonderful weekend of comic artists, vendors, discussions and meet and greets.

Dive into the country's largest mixed arts fest

The Images Festival is more than a film fest; it's Canada’s largest on and off screen showcase of innovative contemporary art, featuring eight days of screenings, events, performances and exhibitions from April 20-27.

Float around the Don River

Paddle The Don happens May 7 and lets you and a large group of paddlers float down the Don River from Ernest Thompson Seton Park to the mouth at the Keating Channel.

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The venue and programming for the 2017 edition of Luminato is still a mystery. Photo by Hector Vasquez.

Immerse yourself in art and performance

From June 14 to 25, Toronto is covered in art of all kinds thanks to Luminato, one of the largest arts festivals in North America. 

Get an all access pass to the city

Ever wanted the keys to the city? That's what you basically get during Doors Open on May 27 and 28, which gives you access to loads of Toronto buildings.

Get animated

Toronto's Anime North (May 26) is always a spring highlight. It celebrates anime, manga, music, games and all kinds of other branches of Japanese culture.

Feed your brain at a book festival

The BookThug Spring Launch (April 13), Toronto Comic Book Show (April 30), and the Art Book Fair (June 15-18) are just a handful of ways to stick your nose in a book and leave it there until summer arrives.

Think fashion forward

Big fashion events like the student-run Mass Exodus (April 3-8), the totally unique FAT (April 18-22), the Fashion Fantasy Show (May 23) and the Vintage Clothing Show (April 9) are just three ways to re-think your wardrobe.

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Toronto's art-party of the year, the Powerball, returns to the Power Plant on June 1. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Party at the Power Plant

One of the coolest venues by water hosts a bunch of parties this spring, including Timeraiser, the Powerball and the Afrogalactica performance

Pride Month

Despite some issues last year, Pride marches on this year and it'll be celebrating with a month's worth of parties at places like the ROM, the AGO, the Aquarium, Harbourfront and TIFF all before summer even starts.

Outside and out of town
 
Take a romantic getaway

Spring is in the air, so take  time to reboot your love life with any of these romantic getaway ideas near Toronto.

Get a head start on camping

Feeling adventurous? Get that camping gear out early (or grab some new equipment at some of these shops) and head out of town to one of these stunning provincial parks.

Stay at a small town inn

Unplug your phone, shut down your laptop, grab your coziest outfit and head out of town to stay at one of these picturesque inns or hotels steeped in history and charm.

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The top 10 restaurants in Thornhill

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The top restaurants in Thornhill will fill your belly with a diverse range of comfort food. Whether you're looking to splurge on a steak dinner or just want a slice of pizza, these eclectic spots have got you covered, regardless of your budget.

Here are my picks for the top restaurants in Thornhill.

Bagel World

In Thornhill, you're either a Bagel World or a What A Bagel World person and never the twain shall meet. I'm a fan of the latter, mainly for its flat bagels, perfectly poached eggs and bottomless cups of coffee.

Centre Street Deli

Centre Street is arguably the best deli in the GTA, but you'd never suspect it because it's nestled into a nondescript plaza. It might be pricey here, but it's a worthy splurge meal.

Cho Sun Ok

Head to this Korean spot on Yonge near Steeles for thin arrowroot noodles over icy broth, or naengmyeon/naengmyun.

Congee Queen

Sure, this mini-chain has locations around the GTA, but it considers its Thornhill outpost its flagship store - so there. Of course, Congee Queen's known for its comforting and filling congee.

Golden Star

Thanks to the condo boom around Yonge and Steeles, this old-school burger joint from 1964 stands out as a relic from Thornhill's more staunchly suburban past. But its charcoal broiled burgers are still delicious.

Home of Hot Taste

There's an unaffiliated Home of Hot Taste downtown, but the real deal is north of Steeles. This restaurant serves up Korean-style fried chicken that you'll continue craving long after you've finished your meal.

Legend Chinese Restaurant

For dim sum in Thornhill, Legend is a solid option. This spot also has lots of vegetarian options.

Me Va Me

Good luck getting a table original Me Va Me on a Saturday night. And you better go early if want to order some shawarma.

The Octagon

If you're looking for an old-school steakhouse, The Octagon's the real deal. This is usually the type of place you visit only if you have something huge to celebrate.

Paoletti's Pizzeria

If you're from Thornhill, you probably know about the Dante's-related restaurant feud. This pizzeria is from the family behind the original Dante's

Toronto hit by sudden snowstorm and people are not happy

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If you're starting to head home from work, school or wherever, you're in for a nasty surprise. That's because it's currently snowing in Toronto.

Even though March came in like a lion, it looks like it's leaving with a menacing roar too.

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And while it's super wintery outside right now, things are looking up this weekend. It's supposed to be 12 C on Sunday and then mild and wet early next week.

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For now, Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the city, so buckle up for some snow and then lots of rain tomorrow. 

Here's how Toronto's reacting to the snow.

Toronto food events: Bevy Brewfest, Nando's Chicken Dash, Cookie Battle

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Toronto Food Events rounds up the most delicious festivals, pop-ups, wine maker dinners, supper clubs and other food related happenings in Toronto this week and next. You can find us here every Friday morning.

Events you might want to check out:

Bevy Brew Fest 2017 (March 31 - April 1 @ Evergreen)
Don't miss the Society of Beer Drinking Ladies' largest beer festival to date.
Toronto Food & Drink Market (March 31 - April 2 @ Toronto Congress Centre)
There will be lots to eat, drink and sample (and shop) at this big food and beverage expo.
1st time in TO! Cook with the US White House Chefs! (April 1 @ Miele Experience Center)
Bid to cook with the White House Chefs and MasterChef Canada finalists at this fundraising event.
Feast In The East 61 (April 1 @ Matt Durant Studio)
Grab a free crepe dinner (with your $10-$12 ticket) at this monthly east side music, food and art installation series.
Nando's Chicken Dash (April 1 @ Nando's locations)
Bring a non-perishable food item to Nando's and get free peri peri chicken. This deal is for eat-in only.
What the Duck? (April 2 @ Peter Pan Bistro)
Learn how to cook with duck thanks to chef Noah Goldberg's hands-on class at Peter Pan Bistro.
Free Cone Day Toronto 2017 (April 4 @ 40 Gould Street)
All you need to know is you can get free Ben & Jerry's ice cream on Gould Street (at Ryerson). Free. Ice. Cream.
Riverside Winefest 2017 (April 4-9 @ Riverside District)
Sample lots of Ontario wine at this annual event on the city's east side.
County in the City (April 6 @ Berkeley Church )
Try (and then buy) over 60 wines from Prince Edward County.
86'd Mondays Chocolate Chip Cookie Battle (April 3 @ Drake Hotel)
Roselle, XO Bisous, The Sweet Escape, Lavelle, Corvis: dessertbar, Mabel's Bakery and Le Gourmand face off in the cookie competition.
Kitchen Stuff Plus Warehouse Sale (April 7-10 @ 135 Wendell Avenue)
Pick up kitchen essentials as well as fun, new gadgets at this warehouse sale.
Fair Food Nation: Envisioning A Future Where Food Is A Basic Right (April 7 @ Isabel Bader Theatre)
Hear for leading voices in Indigenous food security, community health, and the food justice movement. Tickets are $15.
The Toronto Pancakes & Booze Art Show (April 8 @ The Opera House)
See work from 100 different artists all while munching on fluffy pancakes.
Toronto Coffee & Tea Expo (April 8 @ The Glass Factory)
Coffee and tea lovers can finally unite at this expo focusing on everyone's favourite caffeinated beverages.
Dinner with Chef Jason Bangerter (April 8 @ Auberge du Pommier)
Auberge's former chef de cuisine Jason Bangerter, currently executive chef at Langdon Hall Hotel, will cook a French-inspired multi-course dinner.
Southeast Asian Brunch (April 9 @ Hawker Bar)
This multi-course brunch features dishes like sausage and egg breakfast dumplings and it'll set you back $35 (including gratuity and drinks).
Opera & Fried Rise (April 10 @ Cote de Boeuf)
Revel Food and opera singer Cassandra Warner present a three-course dinner and concert for $60.
Batters up! Cookie Workshop (April 12 @ Left Field Brewery)
Decorate a cookie or five and sip on some beer at this east side brewery.
The Modern Seder (April 12 @ Peter Pan Bistro)
Chef Noah Goldberg will cook up a festive meal to celebrate Passover. The menu includes house-made matzah, a modern take on kugel and charoset ice cream.

The top 10 bars and pubs on King St. West

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King West is a contender for one of the best neighbourhoods to drink in Toronto. From craft beer specialists to ping pong clubhouses, the street is bustling with options.

Here are my picks for the top bars and pubs in King West.

Bar Hop

If you love craft beer this is your spot. Here you'll find dozens of beers on tap, rotating cask selections, and over 100 cans and bottles. You can stick with your local favourite or take a risk and try something totally new.

Belfast Love

This faux Irish bar from the Donnelly Group has all the watering hole essentials including beer, whisky, at least a dozen TVs and seating for large groups. In summer there's a sweet patio.

Early Mercy

This bar at the corner of King and Brant used to be a Grand & Toy but breathes new life into the space as a swanky open space great for drinking with friends. 

Lavelle

This rooftop oasis has one of the best views in the city along with a swimming pool, cabanas, bar and restaurant. What more could you want?

Odd Thomas & Mascot Brewery

This complex on Mercer is broken into three floors all sporting different vibes. The bottom floor is chill, the second floor is where to get your dance on and the top is where you'll find the rooftop patio.

Roxy on King

The King West hangout boasts pool tables, ping-pong, TVs, pinball machines, pub food and booze. Make sure to try the nachos.

SPiN

This is Toronto's original ping-pong themed bar. With 12 tables and lots if libations, it's like your coolest friend's basement on steroids.

The Addisons Residence

This lounge-meets-club in the former C Lounge space on Wellington is divided into a kitchen area, living room and rec room making this spot the ultimate house party. There's also a huge outdoor patio.

The Citizen

The former Brant House space is where fine dining and bar culture mingle. There's food and drink but also 16 massive screens to watch the game.

The Everleigh

This King West establishment is a bar with a hint of nightclub. Booths and bottles combine with ample standing room and chill space.


The Best Cannoli in Toronto

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The best cannoli in Toronto perfectly marry two amazing elements to make one of the most perfect Italian desserts. These crispy cylindrical shells made of dough stuffed with sweet filling, often dusted with sugar, are some of the smallest, simplest, and most satisfying pastries.

Here’s the best cannoli in Toronto.

6 - Messina Bakery

This old-school bakery on Scarlett Road has the perfect crunchy shell lightly sprinkled with icing sugar, filled to the ends with fresh ricotta.
7 - Tre Mari Bakery

The fresh cannoli sold at this St. Clair West Italian bakery comes with a delicious custard cream.
8 - Riviera Bakery

Where else to go for cannoli than Little Italy, specifically this place where the bubbly cannoli shell is rivalled only by the smooth, sweet filling inside.
10 - Lamanna's Bakery

This Scarborough destination not only makes incredibly crunchy cannoli filled with fluffy cream, they even make a gelato out of them.
9 - Sud Forno

The bakery on West Queen West makes a mini cannoli lined with dark chocolate and filled with ricotta, pistachio and candied orange peel.
4 - Bar Buca

This elegant little Italian eatery tucked away from King West makes their cannoli in true Sicilian style. It's a bit on the small side but packed with flavour.
3 - North Pole Bakery

This proud Italian bakery on the Danforth makes their cannoli from scratch by hand, the bubbly, golden brown shells filled with custard, chocolate or ricotta selling in the thousands each week.
5 - Francesca Italian Bakery

Also in a Sicilian style, four spiced fritters are filled with sweetened ricotta and dusted with sugar at this Scarborough bakery.
11 - Nino D'Aversa

Appealing golden brown cannoli perfectly filled with a beautiful cream is available at this popular Italian bakery chain.

Someone is paying homage to convenience stores in Toronto

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Convenience stores dot Toronto's streetscape and nearly every neighbourhood has a local favourite.

Perhaps yours is highlighted in this documentary series that just landed on YouTube.

Convenience Stories, by Toronto filmmaker Liam Kearney and Stina Diös, features documentary shorts that highlight the history behind some of the city's most locally famous convenience stores. The series originally appeared on Bell Fibe TV1, but now you can watch it all online.

"The project began in 2014 when we realized how people a sense of ownership to 'their' convenience stores. They often say 'my' convenience store when they refer to the store they regularly visit," says Kearney via email.

"From there, we found these stores hold a unique place within communities. Some people leave their keys at the store when they leave town. It's often the first place young kids can go on their own, because the store owners know the family."

This isn't the first art project dedicated to convenience stores. Derek Attewell started the @convenience.to Instagram account to photograph these local landmarks. 

Some of the stores featured include Old's Cool General Store in East York and The Lucky Penny near Trinity Bellwoods.

Broken Social Scene killed it on Colbert last night

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Broken Social Scene filled the stage at the The Late Show with Stephen Colbert last night to perform their first new single in seven years live.

Of course, BSS brought Star's Amy Millan and Evan Cranley as well as Emily Haines and Jimmy Shaw from Metric along for this late-night TV ride.

Fans of the band haven't been this excited since BSS performed a surprise set (with fireworks!) at the inaugural Wayhome festival. 

This summer, BSS is headlining Field Trip, so catch them there.

Toronto Trump Tower sold for $300 million

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Toronto's Trump International Hotel & Tower was never owned by Donald Trump's company. Instead, it licensed its name to Talon International and managed the building at Bay and Adelaide.

But now the 65-storey hotel and condo in the heart of the city's Financial District has been sold to its main debt holder JCF Capital for $298 million, as the Canada Press reports.

Apart from JCF Capital's stalking horse bid, no one else wanted to buy the building. A judge approved of the sale yesterday.

Since opening in Toronto, the Trump Tower has faced lots of controversy and a lawsuit.

This is what the future of travel might look like in Toronto

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Earlier this week, Canada went nuts over a Via Rail pass that would let young people travel across the country for just $150. But that innovative promotion pales in comparison to what another Canadian company is working on.

hyperloop toronto

Transpod, based out of MaRS in Toronto, wants to create the world's first hyperloop system, which would make traveling between cities - like Toronto and Montreal - super fast.

hyperloop toronto

The company has already gotten $20 million from investors in a variety of sectors and has offices in both Italy and France. Its latest renderings show what a hyperloop system could actually look like in Toronto. The result seems pretty futuristic.

Hyperloops, of course, are a long way from being implemented, but they don't only live in the realm of sci-fi anymore.

hyperloop toronto

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