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Opening Soon: Rabba to Replace Fresh City Farms at Bay and Gerrard
I was disappointed when the location of Fresh City Farms on Ossington closed, as I loved their no waste, made-from-scratch meal jars. This was the first branch of the organic produce and prepared foods retailer in Toronto. The massive Fresh City Farms downtown on Bay Street that covered 5,600 square feet at the base of…
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Now Closed: Canadian Tire at 401 and Weston Road
There was considerable speculation surrounding the future of the Canadian Tire branch at 2625 Weston Road when the new Canadian Tire location at Islington and 401 opened. The Weston Road store has now permanently closed. The brand-new Canadian Tire, which opened its doors this week, is part of an exciting new development anchored by the…
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Now Closed: Oxford Fruit in Kensington Market
This long-standing fruit and flower shop at the corner of Augusta and Nassau has permanently closed. Toronto Scoop snapped some pics of lovely notes posted on the window for the most recent owners, Joe and his family. Oxford Fruit had been around for 40 years, previously run by Mrs. Ng’s family for 25 years. Joe’s…
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Reopened: Willem & Jools Flowers on Roncesvalles
Willem & Jools, a popular flower shop on Roncesvalles Avenue, has been victimized by repeated acts of vandalism throughout the year. Closed and boarded up since the latest incident on July 4th, the beautiful shop which specializes in Dutch inspired florals has now reopened. The trouble began just before Valentine’s Day when vandals first targeted…
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Closing Soon: The Apple Factory in Brampton
For over four decades, the Apple Factory Country Grocer has been a cherished spot in Brampton and a popular tourist destination. What began in 1979 as a humble apple-focused store, offering cider and the famous AF Apple Pie, soon blossomed into beloved country market shopping experience. Over the years the store’s offerings expanded to include…
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Closing Soon: Kimina in Yorkville
Kimina, a Toronto fashion legend for 38 years, is closing its store in the heart of Yorkville, marking the end of an era. I still remember the Queen St. West location, it was something special. You could always count on Kimina for a elegant selection of interesting fashion, like the Bao Bao bags by Issey…
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Now Closed: Aquarium & Flowers on Lake Shore Blvd. West
While their collaboration may not be as obvious as perfume and fireworks, I always loved the sign on this store. I don’t know how their aquatic selection was but their flowers were beautiful and will be missed in Mimico. Located at 2372 Lake Shore Blvd West, it’s just a two-minute walk from this mural at…
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AG Macarons Closes Last Retail Location
The retail outlet of AG Macarons on Dupont closed back in 2020, and the Etobicoke bakery at 709 The Queensway is closing today on Valentine’s Day. But the very good news is, there will still be plenty of bakeries to purchase these beautiful macarons. Owner Anet Gesualdi, who became a professional baker after falling in…
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The Big Fish Market on The Queensway Closes
After 40 years and eight months of providing fresh seafood to the community, one of the Queensway’s most beloved institutions- the Big Fish Market- has closed its doors for good. The owners are heading into a much deserved retirement and while this news is not surprising, its closing is a loss for the community as…
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Amazing Party & Costume in Etobicoke: NOW CLOSED
Amazing Party & Costume permanently closed in 2021, after a location change from original store with the gorilla on the roof in 2018. My go-to for helium balloons, Halloween costumes, and decorations for any type of gathering from a New Year’s Eve get-together to a St. Patrick’s Day bash has always been Amazing Party &…
