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Toronto's getting a vegan burger joint

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Plant-based burgers will soon be easier to find in Toronto thanks to a new burger joint opening soon in the Financial District.

Planta Burger, from the folks behind Planta, will open on September 5 in the current Little Fin space at Yonge and Temperance. 

Little Fin will close this Saturday, August 19 for renovations and will be reborn as a vegan burger shop with a menu from David Lee and Chase Hospitality Group culinary director Tyler Shedden.

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There will be two patties on the menu: one with mushroom black bean, lentil and beet, and the other, known as the crab cake, made with heart of palm and celeriac. Both will be gluten and nut-free.

Sides include onion rings, fries, tots, Buffalo cauliflower and salads. Since this will be a burger joint, root beer floats and milkshakes will be available too.

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Planta Burger first made its debut at Little Fin as a pop-up in support of SickKids, but now it looks like it's here to stay. 


The 15 biggest patios in Toronto

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The biggest patios in Toronto are where things heat up in the summertime. These spots let you break out your aviators, order buckets of beer and let the good times roll with all your closest friends.

Here are the biggest patios in Toronto.

The Goodman Pub

If you're strolling along Queens Quay, stop for a break at this waterfront patio that fits 180. Take in views of the lake as you sip on beers or pitchers of sangria while munching on burgers and salads.

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Grab a drink atop one of Toronto's swankiest hotels, the Thompson. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Thompson Hotel Rooftop

Located on Wellington, this patio with great views is technically reserved for guests of the hotel, but if you’re lucky enough to snag one of the 225 spots available here, stripy benches along with great food and drinks await you.

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Spice Route's patio on King West draws crowds for dinner and drinks. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Spice Route

Classy decor and a capacity of around 230 set this King West spot apart, and the food isn’t relegated to wings and pitchers of beer either.

Crocodile Rock Toronto

Sip on cheap drinks at the Croc Rock patio. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Crocodile Rock

Lineups still form outside this Entertainment District bar despite its 250-person capacity, though that’s no doubt due to its location and rock-bottom drink prices.

Bairrada Churrasqueira Toronto

Grab a picnic table and enjoy some sunshine on the Bairrada Churrasqueira patio. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Bairrada Churrasqueira

This College Street patio may not be the ritziest, but it fits 250 and you can get a decent pitcher of sangria and some of the best Portuguese chicken in the city at this casual restaurant with big picnic tables outside.

Brazen Head Toronto

Grab a drink on one of Brazen Head's patios. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Brazen Head

Multiple patios at this Liberty Village pub add up to a capacity of about 250, making this a reliable spot to enjoy a simple beer and a great view.

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Take in the views of Liberty Village as you dine on the Williams Landing patio. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Williams Landing (250 people)

About 250 people can hang out on this Liberty Village patio where sleek metal furniture, cocktails and beer all await you at this accessible crowd pleaser.

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Students flock to The Bedford Academy as soon as temperatures begin to rise. Photo by Jesse Milns.

The Bedford Academy

On Prince Arthur in the Annex wrought iron furniture and stone walls make this a quintessential student outdoor hangout with a capacity of 250.

Jack Astors Toronto

If you're looking for a massive patio in North York, Jack Astor's is your spot. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Jack Astor’s Yonge and Sheppard

This chain is known for its gargantuan capacity, but this location takes the cake with a patio that seats 250, actually far more than its popular Yonge and Dundas outpost that has a patio overlooking the square.

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Spend the day dining on the water at The Slip. Photo by Jesse Milns.

The Slip

On beautiful Queen’s Quay, this collaborative effort between Harbourfront Centre and Boxcar Social has a wood-enclosed patio that seats 250 and has a stellar beer selection.

EFS Toronto

Party the night away on the EFS patio. Photo by Jesse Milns.

EFS

Find a giant patio with a wall of light bulbs and artsy cocktails that make this King and Bathurst hotspot a place to see be seen.

Maison Mercer Toronto

The Maison Mercer patio is a popular spot for nights out in the summer. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Maison Mercer

This place, named for the street it’s located on, has a capacity of 350 that includes booths and plenty of standing room.

Cube Toronto

Cube Nightclub sports a massive rooftop patio. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Cube Nightclub

There’s a ton of space for people at this spot on Queen West where folks are more likely to be sporting suit jackets and munching on a fusion menu than wearing tank tops and shotgunning tall cans.

Amsterdam Brewhouse TorontoSip on brews and admire the waterfront on the Amsterdam BrewHouse patio. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Amsterdam BrewHouse

Grab a table (or a Muskoka chair) at this lakeside brew pub that’s almost guaranteed to have an awesome view that you can enjoy while downing Amsterdam pints.

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Cabana Pool Bar is your destination for epic Toronto pool parties. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Cabana Pool Bar (2,500 people)

With a titanic capacity, things might get just a little too wild at this Port Lands club patio, but what can you expect with crowds so huge? If you thrive as an extrovert and don’t mind a little bro behaviour, have your next big jam here.

Louis C.K.'s secret new movie gets world premiere in Toronto

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The Toronto International Film Festival made a major announcement this morning, revealing another 100 movies slated to screen in the city next month.

On the roster is I Love You, Daddy, directed by Louis C.K. If you didn't know the American comedian was making a movie, you're not alone.

As TIFF notes, this black-and-white 35mm film was shot "entirely in secret." According to Vanity Fair, it's about a television producer and his daughter and it stars C.K., along with Chloe Grace Moretz, John Malkovich, Edie Falco and Charlie Day.

I Love You, Daddy will have its world premiere at TIFF, which runs from September 7 to 17. 

Other films announced today include Brie Larson's directorial debut in Unicorn Store and Aaron Sorkin's directorial debut in Molly's Game, which stars Jessica Chastain and Idris Elba.

Toronto is finally getting a Seinfeld cafe

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The show about nothing will finally find a home in Toronto. After last year's Seinfeld bar fall-out, it looks like the city's finally getting the Seinfeld experience it's waited so long for.

The Seinfeld-themed pop-up happening at the Field Trip Cafe will feature drinks and food (think big salads) inspired by the show. 

Field Trip is creating the Seinfeld experience from August 18 to 20, with artist Jenni Klonteig, so it'll also include lots of local art for you enjoy and buy. 

Earlier this year, D-Beatstro held a Seinfeld marathon with a vegan black and white cookies and calzones.

The top 10 places to buy kitchen knives in Toronto

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Stores for kitchen knives in Toronto will help you out whether you're looking for Japanese or German blades, ceramic or high carbon stainless steel, or an inexpensive, entry-level chef's knife. There are a wide variety of shops in Toronto that specialize in the sharpest of kitchen utensils.

Here are my picks for the top places to buy kitchen knives in Toronto.

Knife

Former chef Eugene Ong opened this little shop at Dundas and Crawford to the joy of chefs and other blade-enthusiasts across the city. It carries a variety of Japanese knives and accessories and has free educational sharpening classes.

Tosho Knife Arts

This is a specialized blade shop on Bathurst south of Dupont that carries hand-forged Japanese knives. Owners Olivia Go and Ivan Fonseca have over 20 years of professional experience in the knife sharpening and food industry, so they know their stuff.

Nella Cucina

This kitchen supply business was based on knife sharpening/rental services and restaurant supply. Today, the location at Bathurst and Bloor offers a great variety of products for both restaurateurs and home cooks. It has house-brand, German made knives, as well as other name brands and accessories.

Hatcher & Krain

The owners of this Dupont Street shop spent years traveling the globe, from France to Japan to Germany, studying the art, craftsmanship, and tradition of the knife industry. They bring that knowledge to the store and are able to help pros and beginners find precisely what they're looking for. 

iQ Living

This kitchen supply shop on the Danforth carries an extensive collection of knives including ones that come in sets, bread knives, cheese knives, pro chef knives, utility and specialty knives.

The Internet Kitchen Store

If you're in the market for a steady German knife, start your hunt at this Yonge and Eglinton store. It carries products offered from Wusthof and Henckels and many other reputed knife makers. 

Healthy Butcher

It's not surprising that butchers would know a thing or two about knives. You can pop into the Queen West or Eglinton West locations to talk to the people who handle them every day. This place also does price matching.

Cookery

A high-end specialty kitchen store on Roncesvalles that not only offers knife skills classes but also a solid collection of Global, Victorinox, Wusthof and Shun brand knives, as well as everyday kitchen knives, sharpening tools and care kits. 

Tap Phong

Another go-to for industry types and home cooks is this Chinatown shop with a little bit of everything, including a small selection of knives at lower prices than you'll find elsewhere. 

Dinetz

This restaurant supply store in the Castlefield Design District has a modest selection of knives including Global, Victorinox, Wusthof Classic and Henckels. They can also order specific knives from a wide variety of manufacturers.

It looks like Drake is opening a new restaurant in Toronto

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Drake has had a rather profound influence all over Toronto, even at one of the city's busiest malls. Now, it looks like Aubrey Graham will be leaving his mark on the Financial District.

The OVO logo - a gold owl - is on the hoarding surrounding the former Houston Bar and Grill space at 33 Yonge Street at Wellington.

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The signage indicates that something called Pick6 is moving in. References to Pick6 have also appeared on the Instagram feeds of those close to Toronto's most famous rapper, though they've yet to elaborate on what exactly is coming to the city's downtown core.

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Regardless, it'll be sure to attract lots of attention when it finally opens. And unlike Fring's, it seems like this Drake-affiliated place won't take Toronto by surprise. 

This unreal floating water park is just one hour from Toronto

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Toronto hasn't been blessed with the most ideal summer weather, but August is typically the best month of the year to spend in all the pristine lakes around the city, which have had plenty of time to warm up by this stage of the season.

There might not be a more fun way to spend some time out on the water than this new floating water park in Barrie. Located near Centennial Beach, the 13,000 square foot fun pad can accommodate about 100 people at any given time.

You can use the Splash On Water Park as a giant water-based obstacle course or as a place to chill in the middle the harbour on a scorching hot day, where the relief of the lake is just a few feet away. 

There's actually a few of these floating water parks on the west coast run by Okanagan Wibit (who are also behind the Barrie location), but this new addition is the closest attraction of its kind to Toronto.  

Splash On Water Park is open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pricing packages include evening passes ($15), day passes ($25), and multi-day passes ($75-$99). 

New Toronto condo to double as co-working space

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For the past little while, the Entertainment District has been transforming into the Condo District and it doesn't look like it's going to let up any time soon.

A parking lot at the corner of Peter and Adelaide will soon become the 47-storey Peter & Adelaide condo from Graywood Developments

The design, from BBB Architects is supposed to reflect the neighbourhood's past as an area filled with warehouses. Amenities include a 17th floor outdoor pool with cabanas, a gym overlooking Adelaide, a dining room and a lounge as well as a communal workspace.

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Looking at the building from the southeast corner of the intersection. Photo via BBB Architects.

"With the uptick of freelancers and entrepreneurs working remotely, we wanted a complete space where residents feel they never need to leave to conduct business or to entertain," says, Kelly Cray from interior design firm U31 Inc. in a news release.

"The workspace is reminiscent of a creative hub you might find in Silicon Valley with bright colours and playful pieces such as foosball and billiards tables," she continues.

With units starting in the $300s, freelancers might, however, find the price of admission exorbitant. 


A four-storey stacked go kart track is coming to Niagara Falls

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Go-karting is about to be taken to the next level thanks to a new complex being built in Niagara Falls. In fact, it's being taken to four levels. 

The Niagara Speedway is a four-storey go-kart race track that spirals around itself, just off of Clifton Hill, the Falls' main drag, and will give tourists another reason to spend 48 hours in the area

According to the track's Facebook page, it should open in 2018, so don't rev your engines just yet. When completed, it will be North America’s largest elevated go-kart track facility.

The entire attraction will expand over 10-acres along Victoria Avenue and when complete, it will look something like a track in Branson, Missouri.  

House of the week: 15 Remington Drive

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Remember when Toronto's inner suburbs offered the promise of affordable homes and plenty of yard space? Well, one of those two dreams still exists. Even in the outskirts of the city, house prices have skyrocketed over the last decade.

15 remington drive torontoThis recently listed house near Rathburn and Kipling is a pretty good example of how the mid-century vision of suburban life has evolved. While the ample front and back yards are still part of the package — not to mention plenty of parking spots — the interior has become more reserved and slick.

15 remington drive torontoDon't get me wrong. I quite like parts of this house. The kitchen and pantry are great, and the dining room would be much nicer without the glass table. It's also hard to beat the sprawling finished basement. If only there was just a bit more character throughout the home.

15 remington drive torontoSpecs
  • Address: 15 Remington Dr.
  • Price: $2,690,000 
  • Lot Size: 60 x 125 feet
  • Bedrooms: 4 plus 1
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Parking: 3
  • Walk Score: 41
  • Transit Score: 65
  • Listing agent: Heather Ferrier, Royal LePage
  • Listing ID: W3893935
15 remington drive torontoGood For

A big family who likes the quietness and space afforded by this suburban enclave. Streets around here are perfect for road hockey and other activities that thrive on low car traffic.

15 remington drive torontoMove On If

Size doesn't matter. This is a solid home, but you're paying for five bedrooms and a big yard. Not everyone wants that.

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

8 things to do in Toronto today

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There is a free yoga session on a sunny rooftop today in Toronto. There are also a few outdoor movie screenings, so catch one before they wrap for the season. 

Events you might want to check out:

Free Summer Rooftop Yoga (August 16 @ Miles Nadal JCC)
Rooftops aren't all about patios and cocktails; they're also great spaces for yoga. Especially when it's free, along with a DJ and smoothies afterward.
Open Roof Festival (August 16 @ 99 Sudbury)
Liam Titcomb has toured across Canada with Great Big Sea, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, and Joni Mitchell. Tonight he play before a screening of Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World.
Hidden Figures (August 16 @ Regent Park )
Don't miss this Oscar favourite, and must-see movie. This is the final film of the season.
African Fashion Week (August 16-20 @ ROM)
This is a series of fashion events celebrating African style with local and global designers, shows, talks and parties.
Open Your Heart (August 16 @ The Beaver)
August 16 is Madonna's birthday, so why not celebrate with a mid-week dance party filled with all her hits, remixes and rarities?
Mean Girls (August 16 @ Kew Gardens)
See a free outdoor screening of this cult classic. Get there early for Mean Girls trivia and popcorn.
A Midsummer Night's Dream (August 16 - September 3 @ Withrow Park)
Shakespeare in the Ruff presents this modern take on the Shakespeare classic that's integrated with a community choir to provide the soundtrack.
It Takes Two (August 16 @ Carlton Cinema)
The Muff Society presents this movie screening of the Olsen twins classic complete with a pop-up shop, photo booth and two opening films.

The Best Margaritas in Toronto

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The best margaritas in Toronto eschew the tacky spring-break stereotype of frozen slushy bar mix and instead offer more refined versions of this quintessentially Mexican cocktail. Whether it’s the traditional combo of tequila, orange liqueur, simple syrup and lime or a more adventurous variation, these drinks are sure to satisfy.

Here are the best margaritas in Toronto.

7 - Reposado

One of the city’s first bars to specialize in tequila and mezcal, this spot on Ossington boasts an extensive collection of premium bottles, with over 130 to choose from. As one might be able to tell from its name, it’s serious about this spirit, so it’s no surprise that it makes a mean margarita – using fresh lime, of course.
5 - La Carnita (Queen East)

With four locations covering the city, from College & Bathurst to Riverside and Adelaide & John to Yonge & Eg, this loud (both in sound and decor) taco joint offers a good selection of tequila and mezcal along with a Carnita Margarita that keeps things simple – just Tromba Blanco, lime juice and agave nectar.
6 - Grand Electric

A Parkdale favourite that makes delicious tacos in addition to tasty margaritas (with tequila, lime, agave and a sugar/salt rim) and other tequila-based drinks like the Paloma or a spicy El Chili Verde.
4 - Playa Cabana Hacienda

Part of the Playa Cabana chain, which has over five different Mexican-themed locations in the city, Hacienda is located at Dupont & Avenue Rd. in the Annex. Here you can create your own margarita, choosing from a wide variety of tequilas and mix-ins that include house-made triple sec, basil, fig or honey.
8 - El Caballito

The fun, younger sibling to upscale Mexican restaurant Los Colibris, this King West tequila and taco bar with a backyard space branded El Patio offers six different margaritas, most available by the glass or pitcher, including a Margarita Picante with Tromba Blanco, Triple Sec, pineapple juice, lime and arbol chili.
10 - Cherry Street Bar-B-Que

Offering Southern-style BBQ on a remote corner in the Port Lands, the bar at this joint creates smoked margaritas, like a mango-habanero one that uses smoked-honey simple syrup, fresh orange and lime juices and a mole-chocolate rim.
3 - El Catrin

This huge Mexican restaurant in the Distillery District is known for its patio along with its large selection of tequila and mezcal. There are four kinds of margaritas to choose from, ranging from the traditional to a “Frutas Fresca,” with your choice of fresh fruit mixed in with tequila, triple sec and agave nectar.
9 - Campechano

Located on Adelaide St. W. just east of Bathurst, this taqueria that cares deeply about its tortillas has a straightforward and simple margarita on its menu containing reposado tequila, triple sec and lime, along with a spicy cucumber margarita, just to make things a little more interesting.
11 - Aft Kitchen & Bar

This BBQ spot near Queen and Broadview has a low-key vibe and a bar program that understandably loves to add smoke to its drinks, like with its Smoked Blueberry Margarita, which mixes slow-smoked blueberries and basil with tequila.

Part of the CN Tower was on fire this morning

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While much of the city was asleep, Toronto Fire Services rushed to the CN Tower put out a fire in the broadcasting antenna mast early this morning.

The fire, which started around 4 a.m., has since been extinguished and as CBC News writes, no injuries were reported in this incident. The cause of the fire is still unclear. 

The broadcasting antenna is situated above the tower's observation deck and restaurant. 

According to the Toronto Star, four crews were up in the antenna fighting the fire, which was out by approximately 7 a.m.

The CN Tower is open to the public and it's business as usual there today.

Toronto ranked one of the most livable cities in the world

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Toronto ranked one of the most livable cities in the world according to the The Economist's Intelligence Unit's 2017 Global Liveability Report.

For the seventh year in a row, Melbourne, Australia took the top spot, followed closed by Vienna, Austria. Vancouver placed third and Toronto ranked fourth.

However, as the report says, "just 0.2 and 0.3 percentage points separate Canada’s Vancouver and Toronto."

The report looked at 140 cities around the world and ranked them based on five metrics, including healthcare, education and infrastructure. Here are the cities identified as the most livable places in the world:

  • Melbourne, Australia
  • Vienna, Austria
  • Vancouver, Canada
  • Toronto, Canada
  • Calgary, Canada (tie)
  • Adelaide, Australia (tie)
  • Perth, Australia
  • Auckland, New Zealand
  • Helsinki, Finland
  • Hamburg, Germany

10 things to do in Toronto before the summer is over

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It might feel like summer just hit full steam after a wet and rocky start with unpredictable weather and postponed events, but we've still got time. The final weeks of summer are an excuse to get outside and take in not only every free outdoor movie possible but street fests, concerts, dance parties and, of course, the CNE.

Here are my picks for the top things to do before summer is over. 

See a concert by the water

John Mayer, Zac Brown Band, Lauryn Hill, and Nas all help close out another year of outdoor concerts by the lake. Hit boy Bryson Tiller shuts things down once and for all in September at Echo Beach. 

See, ride and eat everything at the CNE

The Ex is the unofficial signal that summer has run its course for another year. But don't let that tragic news get you down when you have butter tart beer to drink.  The CNE is open every day starting August 18 from 11 a.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. on weekends until midnight every night. 

Take your shorts and tank top to a street festival

Bloorcourt Street Fest, the final Pedestrian Sunday of the summer (don't worry, there's still one left in October), Buskerfest and the ever-popular and yummy Roncesvalles Polish festival all take over major thoroughfares before the season is up.  

Have a big lakeside BBQ at Ontario Place

The lakeside paradise finally reopened this summer for festivals and events, and even got a brand new adjacent park. Ontario Place gives one final salute to summer with a giant grilling party called Beers, BBQ & Bourbon. Expect over 20 vendors, country music, and axe throwing.

Eat everything at an outdoor food festival

So many food festivals, so little time! Make sure to spend some time outside sampling the best from the new Halo Halo Festival, Vegan Food and Drink Fest, the Leslieville Beer FestRib Festand the Spicy Food Fest down by the water. 

Look up to the sky at a solar eclipse party

OK, so the solar eclipse will be best seen down south of the border, but amazing things will still happen in the sky here in Toronto on August 21. There's also a solar viewing party at a brewery, in Trinity Bellwoods, and at the CNE

Go celebrity spotting at TIFF

The TIFF movie lineup is pretty great and guarantees dozens of huge celebrities in town, wining and dinning somewhere downtown. In addition to actually watching flicks, there's also a big street festival on King St.

Soak up the local arts scene

Fall is the start of a whole new art season in the city, but the end of summer sees our arts scene bursting with unique events as well. The annual Art Spin bike-led art tours event starts at the Port Lands this year, Project Gallery has moved from Queen East to a much larger home at Dundas and Carlaw, and there's an art crawl in Liberty Village.

Have a dance party on the Island

Electric Island has been relocated all summer thanks to the flooded Island, but promoters promise the final long-weekend edition of the two-day open-air dance festival is happening at Hanlan's. There will be lights, sounds and food trucks to enjoy alongside The Black Madonna and Claude Von Stroke. 

Watch a play in a park

In case you've never hiked into the woods of High Park to watch a re-invented version of a Shakespeare play, this summer is the time to do it. Two young directors have shaken up the traditional theatre experience and you can catch it until September 3. Withrow Park is also presenting Romeo and Juliet under the stars until September 4. 


The 10 most outrageous food coming to the CNE

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Outrageous food coming to the CNE this year takes zany midway fare to new heights. The 2017 offerings include deep-fried chicken feet, spaghetti donut balls, burgers with bright red buns, churro ice cream sandwiches, mac and cheese chimichangas and other carnival fantasies.

Here are the wackiest creations coming to the CNE this year.

CNE food TorontoAll-Canadian Red Hot Burger

This burger by Bacon Nation was inspired by Canada’s 150th birthday, with a bun made bright red with Frank’s RedHot sauce.

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Last Samurai

Kind of like the movie of the same name, this ramen burger made by Yatai (a sister project of Kanpai snack bar) brings together great North American and Asian traditions by sandwiching a burger together with fried chicken and two kinds of kewpie mayo between ramen buns.

CNE food TorontoSugar Mountain

From Cake Shack, this sweet explosion is a brownie topped with cheesecake topped with a white-chocolate-dipped sugar cone topped with a confetti donut topped with (but wait, there’s more) cotton candy, all dusted with powdered sugar. Your sweet tooth will thank you.

CNE food TorontoThe Colossal Coliseum

Veal, a whole pulled pork panzerotto, cheese, jalapeno, BBQ sauce and thankfully, cooling slaw all topped with two mini brownies make up this surprisingly edible sandwich from San Francesco Foods that feeds four...or just one.

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Deep Fried Chicken Feet

From Coco Concessions comes the ultimate carnival dare: crispy chicken feet skewered on a stick and deep fried. You’re sure to draw attention on the midway with one of these in hand.

CNE food TorontoFried Mac and Curd Chimichanga

Farm to Fryer stuffs curds along with molten mac and cheese into a tortilla and deep fries the whole thing for the ultimate stretchy, cheesy, gooey hand-held snack.

CNE food TorontoThe Juicy Oink

HotBunzz Street Cuizine stuffs slow-roasted pulled pork shoulder and five spice pork belly, longanisa sausage, crispy pork skin and an entire Shanghai pork soup dumpling into a bun topped with okonomoyaki sauce, Japanese mayo and honey apple slaw.

CNE food TorontoSpaghetti Donut Balls

If you can believe it, there’s not just one way to eat deep fried spaghetti. These donuts from Fritta containing balls of spaghetti come in sweet and savoury form, with chocolate ganache and cinnamon sugar or savoury tomato sauce and parmesan.

CNE food TorontoStrawberry Shortsteak

Replacing the typical bun with a massive donut, Philthy Philly’s riffs on its legendary cheesesteak topped with provolone by smothering it in strawberry sauce, icing sugar and whipped cream.

CNE food TorontoDragon’s Breath Crepe

Eative is known for its liquid nitrogen magic acts, and ots CNE offering follows suit. This crepe on a stick is frozen using liquid nitrogen so that when eaten it creates a “dragon’s breath” effect that billows from your nose and mouth when you breathe.

Part of Line 2 will be closed this weekend in Toronto

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As we approach the weekend, it's time to brace ourselves for another TTC subway closure. This time a portion on the west side of Line 2 will be closed on both Saturday and Sunday.

There will be no subway service between Kipling and Islington stations on August 19 and 20 due to track work. Shuttle buses will operate between these stations during the closure.

Subway service will resume on Monday morning. The next scheduled closure will halt weekend service on Line 2 between St George and Broadview stations on August 26.

Cheap McDonald's hamburgers draw huge lines in Toronto

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McDonald's Canada has been around since 1967, so to celebrate its 50th birthday, it decided to sell burgers for the low price of 67 cents each today. Naturally, folks turned up for this deal.

The cheap burgers, which became available at 11 a.m., continue to draw lineups at McDonald's locations all around the city, particularly in areas with lots of office workers.

Folks are limited to three burgers per order, which would make for a sizeable and filling meal, even if you don't get fries or a McFlurry on the side.

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If you do decide to head to McD's for lunch, dinner or just a mid-afternoon snack, be prepared to wait. 

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Now you can drink coffee in Toronto for half price

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Coffee drinkers in Toronto usually have their own favourite haunts, but if you're itching to get out and explore cafes around the city, you might want to check out a DIY coffee tour that just launched. Best of all, it also includes cheap coffee.

The Craft Coffee Tour, from coffee subscription service The Roasters Pack, features 13 different cafes in its $27.95 "tour guide booklet." For that price, you also get an audio guide and access to one drink or coffee drinking experience at the participating cafes - the founder says that's more than $30 in savings. 

Participating cafes include Neo Coffee Bar (cappuccino), Tucana Coffee (cappuccino), De Mello Palheta (latte) and Hot Black (mint-infused cold brew or coffee popsicle).

There's also audio for this self-guided tour, so you can learn about the coffee shops along the way. 

Much like the craft beer passport, you can stop by the cafes any time until November 1. 

Toronto just got a Harry Potter themed store

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Stay calm, Toronto because the city now has a Harry Potter-inspired store that's supposed to make you feel like you've landed in Diagon Alley.

Instead of using floo powder, you can take the 501 streetcar over to 1273 Queen St. W. in Parkdale where Curiosa: Purveyors of Extraordinary Things awaits you. 

"We've tried to create a really immersive retail experience," says Stephen Sauer, who co-owns Curiosa with his wife Heather. She also owns The Paper Place, which is across from Trinity Bellwoods Park.

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Stephen knows how difficult it's been lately for bricks-and-mortar retailers lately thanks to online shopping. "We wanted to create a space that was really fun and magical and you really had to be there in person," he says.

Curiosa sells some Harry Potter-related merchandise, including MinaLima prints - MinaLima is behind the graphic design seen in the on-screen adaptation of J.K. Rowling's wizarding world.

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Along with those prints, there are games, books, toys and home goods in stock that are unrelated to Harry Potter.  

"We really just wanted to bring a bit of magic into people's lives," says Stephen, noting how much Harry Potter means to his family. 

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Best of all, Curiosa is only about a 15 minute walk from Toronto's Harry Potter-themed bar, The Lockhart.

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