Mira Nabulsi

It’s that time of year again when you have to start thinking of some Valentine’s Day date ideas, that won’t break the bank. Luckily for you and your date, IKEA Canada has the solution to your problems.At IKEA Canada, you can get a three-course meal for two on February 14 for $34.99 and if you choose to celebrate with your children, it’ll be an extra $5.99 per kid, including dessert.The furniture store is inviting all love birds to celebrate the most romantic day of the year with them at their IK…

It’s been a busy start to the year, with many neighbourhood Toronto restaurants saying goodbye while others plan to bring new flavours to the city.With the constant changes to the food scene in Toronto, it could be hard to keep up. But luckily for you, it’s what we’re here for. Even though some restaurants close their doors, it also allows new favourites to be brought to life. Here’s what’s new with Toronto restaurants this week.Closing Toronto restaurantsLet’s start by mentioning some of the re…

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Toronto restaurants have to undergo regular inspections to ensure they follow regulations. And sometimes, some neighbourhood favourites don’t pass all the tests.In Toronto, the DineSafe inspection system follows a standardized process required by the Ministry of Health that assesses the conditions of a restaurant based on the Ontario Food Premises Regulation and other by-laws. According to the City of Toronto, ’The failure of an eating and drinking establishment operator to meet the minimum requ…

Lunar New Year is right around the corner, and many Toronto restaurants are gearing up to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. With special menus, festivities and more, parts of the city will be decorated in red this February.On February 10, Lunar New Year is celebrated in many places around the world and, similar to the Western culture New Year, it symbolizes letting go of the past and bringing in the present.With that in mind, here are six Toronto restaurants making the Lunar New Year special thi…

A new Australian-inspired bar just opened in Toronto, and it brings the land of the long weekend vibes to the heart of the 6ix.Electric Bill is a small, chic bar filled with personality located on Bloor West near Ossington. Its menu is filled with so many cocktails that change with every season and drool-worthy Aussie snacks.[tiktok_embed https://www.tiktok.com/@miranabulsi/video/7333254386669423877 expand=1 site_id=21132993 embed_desktop_width=605 embed_desktop_height=757 embed_mobile_width=375…

Get ready to step your brunch game up, because Toronto has a bunch of all-you-can-eat brunch spots that will make your weekend outing that much better. Toronto restaurants have always had a knack for taking a simple concept and making it better, especially when it comes to brunch. We’ve heard of all-you-can-eat sushi or AYCE wings, but brunch takes this to a totally different level and we’re here for it.With the many different cuisines that Toronto restaurants offer, the AYCE brunch menus don’t…

I’m a Toronto food writer and with the job comes a lot of taste tests and restaurant reviews. In other words, I’ve got a list of places you need to try and I’m not going to gatekeep because your tastebuds deserve the very best this year.Even though it’s only February, the city’s fast-paced and ever-changing landscape has allowed me to try an abundance of new restaurants in 2024 that I think every Torontonian should have on their list.The year is already off to a great start, and it will only get…

Toronto is filled with new restaurants worth checking out every day of the week, but there are some classics that are just so pretty they deserve to be in the spotlight. A restaurant with stunning decor makes the dining experience more magical and that is something my friends and I look for when we’re getting together.When I am looking for an aesthetic restaurant in Toronto, I really want to live the lavish Carrie Bradshaw life in the 6ix, where I can dress in my classiest clothes and take pictu…

This article is part of Narcity’s Upload series, supported by Narcity Media Group brands Boulevard and Rally. These conversations with creators peel back the digital curtain, revealing the real people, passions and stories behind the uploads.Born and raised in Toronto, Aretha started documenting her meals and explorations of Montreal restaurants eight years ago. In recent years, she has become a reference for Asian culture and cuisine, as well as fun activities to do in and out of MTL. Down to e…