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Karla Rewards: Free Canadian Cash-Back App Helps You Discover Local Businesses and Save on Rent
I’ve been so excited to tell you about Karla Rewards because here at Toronto Scoop, discovering local businesses and sharing them with you is our favourite thing to do. Karla Rewards is a new Canadian app that not only helps you do that but also saves you money at the same time. With Karla, your…
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Treasure Bin Danforth: Now Open
Treasure Bin Danforth liquidation centre has opened its doors at 1216 Danforth Road. How does Treasure Bin work? Let’s break it down for you. The inventory at these types of liquidation stores mainly consists of returned Amazon items, giving them another shot at being sold. These items can range from brand new, open box, refurbished,…
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The Queensway Bistro Now Open
There is a new restaurant for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch in south Etobicoke. The Queensway Bistro has opened its doors on The Queensway just west of Royal York Road, across from No Frills. It’s located next to Posticino, in the space previously occupied by Volare (it is under new ownership.) Here’s a peek…
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Pickleball Etobicoke: Fairgrounds Courts in Cloverdale Mall
What is Pickleball? Before we tell you about this new racquet club in Etobicoke, let’s answer a question that a lot of us have been asking over the last few years. What is pickleball, and how do you play it? Pickleball is a fun paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis.…
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New Costco in Oakville, on Burlington’s Border
COSTCO IN OAKVILLE UPDATE: It is confirmed that the new Oakville Costco will have a gas station. There will be 1,000 parking spaces including both surface and underground parking. We were thrilled to connect with so many of you last March when we first wrote about Costco’s latest expansion in Ontario. There were so much…
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Banksy in Toronto: Church and the Esplanade
At the intersection of Church Street and The Esplanade in Toronto, there’s a Banksy artwork quietly existing that you may have walked by many times without knowing it’s there. It is encased in plastic on its original location, in an alley on the west side of Church Street just north of The Esplanade. Are there…
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Suspended Staircase: Toronto’s Hidden Art at 36 Toronto Street
The Scoop usually highlights the free art in Toronto that we find outdoors. But recently, I discovered an installation that reminded us of the exceptional art tucked away inside Toronto’s buildings. You just need to know it’s there to pop inside and take a peek, and that’s what we’re here for. Check out Joshua Kalfa’s…
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Treasure Bin Liquidation on Lake Shore
The rise in online shopping has led to an increase in returned items, creating an opportunity for liquidation stores to become an outlet for these Amazon returns. Treasure Bin Liquidation in south Etobicoke follows a pricing model where every Saturday, they receive a fresh shipment of products, with each item initially priced at $18.99. As…
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Costco Islington and 401: Share Your Finds
The new Rexdale Costco at Islington and 401 is now open. We’ve been waiting for this! Share your experience, favourite deals, and what you love about it in the comments below. A brand new Costco Wholesale has opened today, Thursday November 2nd. 2023, at 2260 Islington Avenue. This Costco in Rexdale is situated where the…
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Paradise Bound in Kensington Market
In a world where so much shopping is done online or in big box stores, Paradise Bound Collectible Records & Antique Japanese Art is a refreshing reminder of the joy and beauty that can be found in independent shops. Located in the Kensington Market neighbourhood of Toronto, this family-owned and operated shop has been a…
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Just Opened in Bloor West Village: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
A Krispy Kreme Doughnut Cafe has just opened in the west end of Toronto at 2424 Bloor St. West, just east of Jane Street beside Lemon Mart. This is great news for Krispy Kreme lovers in the Etobicoke area of the city, as the only other locations are in downtown Toronto and in Mississauga on…
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Opening on November 2nd, 2023: Eataly at Sherway Gardens in Etobicoke
A second location of Eataly in Toronto is opening on Thursday November 2nd at 3pm at Sherway Gardens, in the space where the Pickle Barrel used to be. Eataly opened it’s first location in Canada in 2019, in downtown Toronto on Bloor Street at Bay in the Manulife Centre. (It moved into the space where…
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Bickford Brewing Opening Soon
Opening First Toronto Location in Harbord Village Toronto’s craft beer scene is about to get a fresh addition, and it all started in a basement. Bickford Brewing, founded by Andrew McCready, has made waves with its award-winning home brews. Now, they’re taking the leap from home brewing to a dedicated space in the heart of…
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Kensington Market Pedestrian Sundays 2024
Kensington Market Pedestrian Sundays return this month, where you can explore the market on car-free streets. Dates and Timings Pedestrian Sundays in 2024 take place from May to October on the last Sunday of the month: The festivities will run from noon to 7 PM. What to Expect Pedestrian Sundays in Kensington Market are really…
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Leni Poki: Bubble Tea and Poke Bowls Opening Soon in Etobicoke
The first pig-themed cafe in Canada is set to open a location in the west end of Toronto, on Manitoba Street. Leni Poki offers a super cute dining experience that combines Asian-inspired flavours with playful pig-themed aesthetics. Specializing in poke and bubble tea, the restaurant features a menu that includes poke bowls with rice shaped…
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Concerts in Toronto This Week: Electric Island May 18-19, 2024
My favourite live music event returns to one of my favourite venues. Electric Island is a celebration of electronic music that takes place four times a year at different locations. Electric Island 2024 kicks off this weekend at Fort York and The Bentway, which was an awesome location last year. The Bentway stage is technically the…
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Toronto Murals: Bloor By The Park
Nestled between Dundas West and Keele subway stations, Bloor by the Park offers a delightful blend of urban charm and artistic flair. This stretch of Bloor Street West, just east of Toronto’s beloved High Park, serves as a canvas for local creatives to leave their mark. From colourful murals splashed across building walls to hidden…
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Toronto Flower Market 2024
Today is the launch of the Toronto Flower Market’s 2024 season at CAMH (beside Mofer Coffee at Queen and Workman Way). There are some beautiful vendors joining the market this year including Plant Seed, who design their blooms with locally grown materials from their 50-acre flower farm in the rolling hills of the Niagara Escarpment…
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Live Nation Concert Week 2024
Live Nation Concert Week 2024 is on right now, and it’s a music and comedy lover’s dream. Until May 14, you can snag concert and comedy tickets for just $25. Over 5,000 Live Nation shows are part of this incredible deal happening throughout the year at over 700 venues in 290 cities. This year’s sale celebrates 10 years of this event,…
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Cafe de Flore Toronto: Opening Soon on Bloor
A new cafe and patisserie is opening in the Kingsway, just east of Royal York. Cafe de Flore is just steps from Hong Kong Gardens on the south side of Bloor. It replaces Belmondo For Men, an upscale menswear boutique which has permanently closed here but still has a location in Woodbridge. If the name…
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Two Odd Burger Toronto Locations Opening on Church and Broadview
Toronto will soon welcome more vegan fast food options as Odd Burger prepares to open its doors on Church Street and Broadview Avenue. This marks the chain’s second and third locations in the city, joining its popular spot on College Street. (There are also locations in Oakville and Vaughan.) Odd Burger serves 100% plant-based versions…
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Cat Adoption Toronto: Garfield-Themed Event at Dufferin Mall
Toronto Humane Society & Sony Pictures Canada Bring Garfield to Life, Spotlighting Pet Adoption If you are looking to adopt a cat in Toronto, there is a great opportunity coming up over the Victoria Day weekend. The Toronto Humane Society is teaming up with Sony Pictures Canada for a Garfield-themed Cat Meet-and-Greet at Dufferin Mall…