Category: Toronto Restaurants
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Celebrating Lunar New Year in 2023
Lunar New Year 2023 takes place on Sunday January 22nd. It is the first day in the Asian traditional calendar. 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit, the fourth animal in the Chinese zodiac and considered to be the luckiest. If you were born in 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999 and 2011, then […]
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Tokyo Sushi on the Queensway in South Etobicoke
One of my favourite takeout sushi restaurants in Toronto is Tokyo Sushi. I remember being very excited when it opened about ten years ago on the Queensway, because there weren’t very many sushi spots in the neighbourhood. Many have come and gone since then, but I’m very happy that Tokyo Sushi is still here. It’s […]
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Pizzeria Oro Di Napoli in South Etobicoke
Oro di Napoli means Gold of Naples. And we have struck gold right here in South Etobicoke. This authentic Neapolitan pizzeria makes perfect Neapolitan pizzas with the ingredients you need to make it authentic- crushed San Marzano tomatoes and fior di latte. Here’s the Pepperoni, with basil: Each pizza is cooked for only 90 seconds […]
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Oyster Boy | West Queen West
Love oysters and are looking for Toronto seafood restaurants that deliver? Oyster Boy’s baked oyster kits are an amazing way to celebrate a special occasion right at your very own dining room table. A terrific way to support a local Toronto restaurant and do dinner a little different and a little fancier than usual. Here […]
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Mamma Martino’s in Etobicoke: Toronto Restaurants with Patios
Ontario reported over 200 new cases of COVID-19 again today. That’s the highest single-day increase since June 29, when there were 257 cases reported. The weather is cooling, there is no avoiding that, and it’s concerning for restaurants and bars that have no outside seating. As the pandemic stretches past the six month mark there […]
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Pulcinella “Tough Times” Takeout Menu
It’s tough that the COVID-19 pandemic has meant restaurants have had to come up with “tough times” menus, but supporting them means we can help our neighbourhood eateries stay in business until things aren’t quite so tough. Pulcinella is a wonderful Italian restaurant on the Lake Shore in the Long Branch area of south Etobicoke. […]
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Morocco House in Etobicoke #WorldInMyCity ~Algeria
When researching traditional Algerian food, we quickly realized that we had to have tangine and coucous. And we learned that one of the best places to have those dishes in Toronto is at Morocco House, on Brown’s Line in south Etobicoke. Tangine is a North African stew of spiced meat and vegetables that is cooked […]
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Mrakovic Meat & Deli in Etobicoke #WorldInMyCity ~Albania
For the next country on the list, I have to give a shout-out to Chowhound user Googs who gave me a great suggestion on where to find traditional eastern European food in Toronto. Mrakovic Meat & Deli is located in Etobicoke, in a plaza near the 427 and Eglinton area. While the Scoop will travel […]
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Just Greek in Etobicoke
Many restaurants have come and gone in the lovely Kingsway area of Bloor and Royal York in the west end of Toronto, but one that has stood the test of time like Merlot is Just Greek. Delicious food, efficient service and a cozy, contemporary atmosphere makes it a perfect place for lunch or dinner especially […]
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Guu Izakaya in Parkdale
It’s SO MUCH FUN here! You really get the authentic izakaya experience at Guu on Queen West in Parkdale, which is all about eating, drinking and loving the vibe in your community. Expect a hearty welcome from the entire staff when you come in and a warm boisterous farewell when you leave. It’s awesome. Also […]