Ricardo’s guidebook

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Ricardo’s guidebook

Food scene

MIMI Chinese
265 Davenport Road
A must try
58 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ristorante Sotto Sotto
120 Avenue Rd
58 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A must try
164 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
416 Snack Bar
181 Bathurst St
164 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
38 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pinkerton Snack Bar
1026 Gerrard St E
38 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
128 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Union
72 Ossington Ave
128 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mamakas Taverna
80 Ossington Ave
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
91 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
North of Brooklyn Pizzeria
650 Queen St W
91 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
235 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bar Raval
505 College St
235 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona

Neighbourhoods

Arguably one of the city’s trendiest strips, Ossington is hugely popular with the under-30 crowd. It’s the spot for a great night out. You can make a reservation in advance or walk the main drag and hit a great spot to settle in for the evening. If live music is more your jam, stop in at The Dakota Tavern for nightly Southern-style live music. Don’t miss: *Bellwoods Brewery, which specializes in puckeringly sour and tartly hoppy ales *Taking the kids for the city’s most popular ice cream sandwich at Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery *A luxurious spread of Latin American-by-way-of-Asia dishes at Foxley, a favourite of local foodies *Stopping at Tegramme Prints and Custom Framing for a retro poster, or Rotate This for must-have vinyl records *The laneways leading off Ossington Avenue, where you’ll spot some of the city’s coolest art BOUNDARIES: Ossington Avenue, between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): 501 streetcar from downtown. Or Ossington subway station, then take the 63 bus southbound.
199 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Ossington Avenue
Ossington Avenue
199 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Arguably one of the city’s trendiest strips, Ossington is hugely popular with the under-30 crowd. It’s the spot for a great night out. You can make a reservation in advance or walk the main drag and hit a great spot to settle in for the evening. If live music is more your jam, stop in at The Dakota Tavern for nightly Southern-style live music. Don’t miss: *Bellwoods Brewery, which specializes in puckeringly sour and tartly hoppy ales *Taking the kids for the city’s most popular ice cream sandwich at Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery *A luxurious spread of Latin American-by-way-of-Asia dishes at Foxley, a favourite of local foodies *Stopping at Tegramme Prints and Custom Framing for a retro poster, or Rotate This for must-have vinyl records *The laneways leading off Ossington Avenue, where you’ll spot some of the city’s coolest art BOUNDARIES: Ossington Avenue, between Dundas Street West and Queen Street West. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): 501 streetcar from downtown. Or Ossington subway station, then take the 63 bus southbound.
Glamourous Yorkville is home to the “Mink Mile,” a strip of Bloor Street West dotted with prestigious designer boutiques like Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Prada and Louis Vuitton. Around the corner, you’ll find Chanel, plus a selection of chic restaurants and discreet medi-spas. Luxe Yorkville was once a hippie enclave, and its artistic roots can be seen in a small handful of upscale galleries that still remain. Don’t miss: Cool ice sculptures and hot DJ beats at the annual Bloor-Yorkville Icefest street carnival Meticulously curated designer fashion and accessories at the flagship locations of Holt Renfrew and Harry Rosen Down-to-earth pub fare and international sports like rugby and cricket at Hemingway’s Restaurant & Bar Perching on the 1-billion-year-old, 2,000-kg (2.2 t) granite boulder that is the star attraction of Village of Yorkville Park The Constantine Yorkville Run, an annual 5-km (3-mile) charity run known for its high-profile route and premium swag BOUNDARIES: Bloor Street to the south, Avenue Road to the west, Davenport Road on the north and Yonge Street on the east. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): Bay subway station.
651 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Yorkville
651 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Glamourous Yorkville is home to the “Mink Mile,” a strip of Bloor Street West dotted with prestigious designer boutiques like Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Prada and Louis Vuitton. Around the corner, you’ll find Chanel, plus a selection of chic restaurants and discreet medi-spas. Luxe Yorkville was once a hippie enclave, and its artistic roots can be seen in a small handful of upscale galleries that still remain. Don’t miss: Cool ice sculptures and hot DJ beats at the annual Bloor-Yorkville Icefest street carnival Meticulously curated designer fashion and accessories at the flagship locations of Holt Renfrew and Harry Rosen Down-to-earth pub fare and international sports like rugby and cricket at Hemingway’s Restaurant & Bar Perching on the 1-billion-year-old, 2,000-kg (2.2 t) granite boulder that is the star attraction of Village of Yorkville Park The Constantine Yorkville Run, an annual 5-km (3-mile) charity run known for its high-profile route and premium swag BOUNDARIES: Bloor Street to the south, Avenue Road to the west, Davenport Road on the north and Yonge Street on the east. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): Bay subway station.
Whether it’s an evening of dancing or fine dining, King Street West is the place to set your sights. This formerly industrial part of Toronto is now one of the buzziest nighttime haunts that the city has to offer. You’ll find high-end stores sandwiched between ritzy restaurants and rooftop patios. Don't miss: Drinks and dancing at one of the many bars and nightclubs Joining the locals for a class at barre3 or boxing gym Studio K-O Portland Street for its must-try restaurants like Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen, Bar Buca and Gusto 101 Food stalls and shopping at stackt market, an outdoor marketplace made out of shipping containers Booking a moment of self-care at Hammam Spa BOUNDARIES: King Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Sudbury Street. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): St. Andrew subway station and 504 streetcar westbound.
204 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
King Street West
King Street West
204 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Whether it’s an evening of dancing or fine dining, King Street West is the place to set your sights. This formerly industrial part of Toronto is now one of the buzziest nighttime haunts that the city has to offer. You’ll find high-end stores sandwiched between ritzy restaurants and rooftop patios. Don't miss: Drinks and dancing at one of the many bars and nightclubs Joining the locals for a class at barre3 or boxing gym Studio K-O Portland Street for its must-try restaurants like Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen, Bar Buca and Gusto 101 Food stalls and shopping at stackt market, an outdoor marketplace made out of shipping containers Booking a moment of self-care at Hammam Spa BOUNDARIES: King Street West, between Spadina Avenue and Sudbury Street. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): St. Andrew subway station and 504 streetcar westbound.
The dynamic energy of Toronto’s Queen Street West is unmatched anywhere else in the city. The area is a hub of the city’s best restaurants, cafés, independent boutiques, street art and galleries, and is a must-see for anyone visiting the city. Vogue Magazine named it one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods and it’s no surprise why. Don’t miss: Exploring the high concentration of independent boutiques and chain retailers along Queen Street West Trinity Bellwoods Park for the vibrant scene and bustling dog park Direct access to the city’s up-and-coming artists at the Queen West Art Crawl each September A stay at one of the area’s art hotels, The Drake Hotel or Gladstone Hotel Brunch at one of the many options, some popular ones being Hello 123, Café Neon and The Good Son BOUNDARIES: Queen Street West between Simcoe Street and Bathurst Street. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): Queen or Osgoode subway station, then walk or take the 501 streetcar westbound.
723 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Queen Street West
Queen Street West
723 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The dynamic energy of Toronto’s Queen Street West is unmatched anywhere else in the city. The area is a hub of the city’s best restaurants, cafés, independent boutiques, street art and galleries, and is a must-see for anyone visiting the city. Vogue Magazine named it one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods and it’s no surprise why. Don’t miss: Exploring the high concentration of independent boutiques and chain retailers along Queen Street West Trinity Bellwoods Park for the vibrant scene and bustling dog park Direct access to the city’s up-and-coming artists at the Queen West Art Crawl each September A stay at one of the area’s art hotels, The Drake Hotel or Gladstone Hotel Brunch at one of the many options, some popular ones being Hello 123, Café Neon and The Good Son BOUNDARIES: Queen Street West between Simcoe Street and Bathurst Street. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): Queen or Osgoode subway station, then walk or take the 501 streetcar westbound.
Toronto's Kensington Market is an eclectic neighbourhood with a multicultural mix of supermarkets, street food, hole-in-the-wall boutiques and vintage clothing stores. Strolling through Kensington shops allows you to tap into the many different cultures that now make Toronto home, and you’ll have your pick of cuisines with so many options on hand. Plus, Kensington comes with a bit of a grittier edge and it’s all the better for it. Don’t miss: Pow Wow Cafe for tacos served on Ojibwa-style fry bread Taste testing your way through the diverse mix of cuisine Live music with an evening at Poetry Jazz Café Coffee and baked goods at Swedish-inspired Fika Café Checking out the performers, music and food stands on Pedestrian Sundays, which happen on the last Sunday of every month (May through October) BOUNDARIES: Between Dundas Street West and College Street, west of Spadina Avenue. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): Queen’s Park subway station, then the 506 streetcar westbound.
1698 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Kensington Market
1698 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Toronto's Kensington Market is an eclectic neighbourhood with a multicultural mix of supermarkets, street food, hole-in-the-wall boutiques and vintage clothing stores. Strolling through Kensington shops allows you to tap into the many different cultures that now make Toronto home, and you’ll have your pick of cuisines with so many options on hand. Plus, Kensington comes with a bit of a grittier edge and it’s all the better for it. Don’t miss: Pow Wow Cafe for tacos served on Ojibwa-style fry bread Taste testing your way through the diverse mix of cuisine Live music with an evening at Poetry Jazz Café Coffee and baked goods at Swedish-inspired Fika Café Checking out the performers, music and food stands on Pedestrian Sundays, which happen on the last Sunday of every month (May through October) BOUNDARIES: Between Dundas Street West and College Street, west of Spadina Avenue. PUBLIC TRANSIT (TTC): Queen’s Park subway station, then the 506 streetcar westbound.

Sightseeing

In the Spotlight: Casa Loma Built in a striking Gothic Revival style, Casa Loma is among Toronto’s most striking and unique architectural landmarks. It was initially built in 1911 as a private residence—the largest in Canada at the time—for financier Sir Henry Mill Pellatt, Casa Loma (1 Austin Terrace) is now a historical museum, as well as a popular tourist spot and filming spot for movies and television. Visitors can explore the many impressive rooms of Casa Loma at their own pace. Walk through the great hall, or peruse any of the 10,000 books in the library on the main floor, or look at the elegant suites on the second floor. Climb up to the many narrow staircases to the top of the gothic towers (the entrances of which are located on the third floor) and marvel at the majestic views of the Toronto skyline. Stroll around Casa Loma’s expansive grounds, covering five acres of borders, resplendent walled gardens and other botanical marvels. Visitors with green thumbs would enjoy observing the seasonal garden flora, as well as Casa Loma’s potting shed, where the estate’s collection of rare orchids and chrysanthemums are kept in the winter. Places to eat at Casa Loma Dining at an authentic castle is a unique gastronomical experience and visitors looking for places to eat at Casa Loma won’t have to look for long. There are three restaurants on the estate. Grab a snack or a quick cup of coffee at Liberty Caffé in between your explorations of Casa Loma. Dine under a magnificent stained-glass dome at internationally-acclaimed Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto, or feel like nobility and feast on Toronto’s best steak at the BlueBlood Steakhouse. LIBERTY CAFFÉ Visitors longing to sit down after an extensive jaunt around the castle will enjoy Liberty Caffé, with its fresh pastries and hot coffee (try out their specialty coffee and hot chocolate!) served from morning to afternoon. They also serve light lunch fare such as hearty soups, sandwiches and plates of pasta, as well as beer and wine. BLUEBLOOD STEAKHOUSE Located within the Casa Loma is BlueBlood Steakhouse, an esteemed fine dining restaurant that offers a refined gastronomic experience. Home to Toronto’s best steak, the menu includes cuts of the world’s finest beef, as well as fresh seafood. Visitors can choose from an extensive collection of wines and spirits, and spend their evening surrounded by classic architecture, heirloom antiques and modern art from artists such as Andy Warhol and Salvador Dali. DON ALFONSO 1890 TORONTO Located in Casa Loma’s historic conservatory with its breathtaking McCausland stained glass ceiling, Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto showcases the Amalfi coast’s fresh, distinctive flavours. As the first location opened by Michelin Star chefs Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino, diners will be indulged with their modern take on Mediterranean fare. Things to see at Casa Loma Being the only one of its kind in all of Canada, there is a near-endless list of things to see at Casa Loma, including exhibits as well as seasonal events. Summers are filled with a series of concerts held in the gardens, while autumn transforms Casa Loma into a haunted house––perfect for a Gothic castle! Casa Loma houses several exhibits within the premises. There is the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada Regimental Museum located on the third floor. It contains artifacts and archives about the exploits of the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada, which is the country’s oldest continuously-serving infantry regiment. Visitors interested in learning about Toronto’s sordid past can traipse through the Dark Side Tunnel Exhibit, an 800-foot tunnel under Casa Loma that connects the main house to the stables. The tunnel is lined with archival photographs of Toronto’s “dark” years during the Prohibition, the Depression, the Plague, the Great Toronto Fire, as well as the very first plane crash in Toronto. Drive back to the Roaring 20s by visiting the antique car display located in the carriage room. It contains many gorgeous vintage cars from the early 1900s, notably a pristinely preserved 1910 Maxwell Model Q Standard, a 1924-1925 Ford Model T Touring, a 1922 Ford Model T Woody and a 1929 Ford Model A. Fans of landscape art are recommended to make a beeline for the third floor, which contains a collection of artwork by Canada’s famous Group of Seven. They were a group of master landscape painters whose work revered the majesty of the Canadian landscape. There is also a gallery dedicated to Casa Loma’s place in Hollywood as a prime filming location. Located in the basement, the Hollywood Film Gallery contains a plethora of film posters and behind-the-scenes photographs and information about the film productions set up around the estate. Love a good mystery? Casa Loma’s Gothic towers make it an ideal setting for escape rooms. The Castle Loma tower is home to the Castle Loma Escape Series, where visitors work together to solve a fully interactive and theatrical mystery! Fun facts about Casa Loma Besides its magnificent towers and classically-styled rooms, learning fun facts about Casa Loma is part of the entire experience. The castle has a whopping 98 rooms, including a bathroom equipped with a full-body shower—revolutionary when it was built Inspired by European castles, the owner Henry Pellatt employed actual stonemasons from Scotland and 400 tradesmen to build Casa Loma. The entire building took three years to finish After the Pellatts moved out, Casa Loma became a hotel and nightclub that became popular among wealthy Americans looking to consume alcohol legally during the Prohibition Era During the second world war, Casa Loma concealed a sonar research and construction facility in its stables Casa Loma has suites built to accommodate visiting royals from England A royally cheeky surprise awaits visitors in the Great Hall: on one wall hangs the portrait of young Queen Elizabeth II and on the opposite side of the hall over the fireplace hangs a portrait of Prince, the king of Purple Rain himself The 800-ft underground tunnel is said to house a naughty ghost, who is rumoured to make strange noises and even pull at people’s hair! Casa Loma’s imposing appearance has attracted many a film and television production crew so that visitors may have seen it many times on the silver screen. Notable examples include X-Men, RoboCop, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, La Femme Nikita and MasterChef Canada
1217 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casa Loma
1 Austin Terrace
1217 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
In the Spotlight: Casa Loma Built in a striking Gothic Revival style, Casa Loma is among Toronto’s most striking and unique architectural landmarks. It was initially built in 1911 as a private residence—the largest in Canada at the time—for financier Sir Henry Mill Pellatt, Casa Loma (1 Austin Terrace) is now a historical museum, as well as a popular tourist spot and filming spot for movies and television. Visitors can explore the many impressive rooms of Casa Loma at their own pace. Walk through the great hall, or peruse any of the 10,000 books in the library on the main floor, or look at the elegant suites on the second floor. Climb up to the many narrow staircases to the top of the gothic towers (the entrances of which are located on the third floor) and marvel at the majestic views of the Toronto skyline. Stroll around Casa Loma’s expansive grounds, covering five acres of borders, resplendent walled gardens and other botanical marvels. Visitors with green thumbs would enjoy observing the seasonal garden flora, as well as Casa Loma’s potting shed, where the estate’s collection of rare orchids and chrysanthemums are kept in the winter. Places to eat at Casa Loma Dining at an authentic castle is a unique gastronomical experience and visitors looking for places to eat at Casa Loma won’t have to look for long. There are three restaurants on the estate. Grab a snack or a quick cup of coffee at Liberty Caffé in between your explorations of Casa Loma. Dine under a magnificent stained-glass dome at internationally-acclaimed Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto, or feel like nobility and feast on Toronto’s best steak at the BlueBlood Steakhouse. LIBERTY CAFFÉ Visitors longing to sit down after an extensive jaunt around the castle will enjoy Liberty Caffé, with its fresh pastries and hot coffee (try out their specialty coffee and hot chocolate!) served from morning to afternoon. They also serve light lunch fare such as hearty soups, sandwiches and plates of pasta, as well as beer and wine. BLUEBLOOD STEAKHOUSE Located within the Casa Loma is BlueBlood Steakhouse, an esteemed fine dining restaurant that offers a refined gastronomic experience. Home to Toronto’s best steak, the menu includes cuts of the world’s finest beef, as well as fresh seafood. Visitors can choose from an extensive collection of wines and spirits, and spend their evening surrounded by classic architecture, heirloom antiques and modern art from artists such as Andy Warhol and Salvador Dali. DON ALFONSO 1890 TORONTO Located in Casa Loma’s historic conservatory with its breathtaking McCausland stained glass ceiling, Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto showcases the Amalfi coast’s fresh, distinctive flavours. As the first location opened by Michelin Star chefs Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino, diners will be indulged with their modern take on Mediterranean fare. Things to see at Casa Loma Being the only one of its kind in all of Canada, there is a near-endless list of things to see at Casa Loma, including exhibits as well as seasonal events. Summers are filled with a series of concerts held in the gardens, while autumn transforms Casa Loma into a haunted house––perfect for a Gothic castle! Casa Loma houses several exhibits within the premises. There is the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada Regimental Museum located on the third floor. It contains artifacts and archives about the exploits of the Queen’s Own Rifles of Canada, which is the country’s oldest continuously-serving infantry regiment. Visitors interested in learning about Toronto’s sordid past can traipse through the Dark Side Tunnel Exhibit, an 800-foot tunnel under Casa Loma that connects the main house to the stables. The tunnel is lined with archival photographs of Toronto’s “dark” years during the Prohibition, the Depression, the Plague, the Great Toronto Fire, as well as the very first plane crash in Toronto. Drive back to the Roaring 20s by visiting the antique car display located in the carriage room. It contains many gorgeous vintage cars from the early 1900s, notably a pristinely preserved 1910 Maxwell Model Q Standard, a 1924-1925 Ford Model T Touring, a 1922 Ford Model T Woody and a 1929 Ford Model A. Fans of landscape art are recommended to make a beeline for the third floor, which contains a collection of artwork by Canada’s famous Group of Seven. They were a group of master landscape painters whose work revered the majesty of the Canadian landscape. There is also a gallery dedicated to Casa Loma’s place in Hollywood as a prime filming location. Located in the basement, the Hollywood Film Gallery contains a plethora of film posters and behind-the-scenes photographs and information about the film productions set up around the estate. Love a good mystery? Casa Loma’s Gothic towers make it an ideal setting for escape rooms. The Castle Loma tower is home to the Castle Loma Escape Series, where visitors work together to solve a fully interactive and theatrical mystery! Fun facts about Casa Loma Besides its magnificent towers and classically-styled rooms, learning fun facts about Casa Loma is part of the entire experience. The castle has a whopping 98 rooms, including a bathroom equipped with a full-body shower—revolutionary when it was built Inspired by European castles, the owner Henry Pellatt employed actual stonemasons from Scotland and 400 tradesmen to build Casa Loma. The entire building took three years to finish After the Pellatts moved out, Casa Loma became a hotel and nightclub that became popular among wealthy Americans looking to consume alcohol legally during the Prohibition Era During the second world war, Casa Loma concealed a sonar research and construction facility in its stables Casa Loma has suites built to accommodate visiting royals from England A royally cheeky surprise awaits visitors in the Great Hall: on one wall hangs the portrait of young Queen Elizabeth II and on the opposite side of the hall over the fireplace hangs a portrait of Prince, the king of Purple Rain himself The 800-ft underground tunnel is said to house a naughty ghost, who is rumoured to make strange noises and even pull at people’s hair! Casa Loma’s imposing appearance has attracted many a film and television production crew so that visitors may have seen it many times on the silver screen. Notable examples include X-Men, RoboCop, Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, La Femme Nikita and MasterChef Canada
In the Spotlight: Royal Ontario Museum Welcome to Canada’s largest museum. Home to more than 13 million objects spanning art, culture, and nature. The beautiful, attention-grabbing facade, inspired by the museum’s own gem and mineral collection, is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all ROM (100 Queens Park) has to offer. The museum’s exterior, a.k.a. the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal, was quickly dubbed the 'crystal' because of its crystalline shape. The structure resembles an actual crystal right on the streets of Toronto! Visitors to the museum are reminded of the chunky geometry of a mineral up close—which they can view at the museum—as they walk through the doors of ROM. The striking exterior welcomes you into a vast museum filled with exhibits that speak to Ontario’s past, present and future identities. With respect to First Peoples art and culture, as well as a broad collection from all around the world, ROM is considered one of the continent’s most important cultural institutions. Spend the day hanging out with dinosaurs, travelling to ancient Egypt, and learning about the continuing First Peoples legacy, among other adventures. ROM houses 13 million objects spanning art, culture, and nature from around the world and across the ages. If you have just one afternoon to spend in Ontario, buy a ticket and hop on the bus to ROM, located right in the heart of Toronto’s downtown. ROM Immortal New Brand Platform & Film As the country moves beyond the pandemic, a new ROM is emerging, one that will change the way people think about the role of the museum and its place in the city. As part of this transformation, ROM has unveiled a dynamic new brand voice, a powerful film, and a special offering that gives visitors free access to ROM’s main floor galleries and public spaces throughout the summer months. Timed to coincide with the display of Kore 670, a stunning sculpture from antiquity on loan from Greece, the main floor free summer program runs from June 9 to September 25, 2022. Places to eat in or near ROM From upscale dining to casual eateries, there’s no shortage of classic Toronto spots to eat around the Royal Ontario Museum. Whether you’re after a drink at the end of your day or want to treat yourself to the meal of a lifetime, you won’t have to go further than a few blocks. AMAL TORONTO This gorgeously decorated Lebanese restaurant will have you licking your lips and sinking satisfied into the crushed velvet upholstery. Almost as beautiful as the museum itself, Amal is located just a few blocks from ROM on Bloor Street. 131 Bloor St. W. DUKE OF YORK Just up Bedford Road off of Bloor Street, this casual pub offers all the local brews you’ve been wanting to try. Enjoy the sunshine from the upstairs patio, or cozy up in one of the classic pub booths. 39 Prince Arthur Ave. Things to see at the ROM Take a deep dive into the cultural treasures of times past and present. Whether it’s fashion history, pop culture, or ancient relics, ROM highlights the beauty and worldly significance of even the simplest objects. With a carousel of new exhibitions all the time, spanning a wide range of topics like Kent Monkman’s own interpretation of ROM’s collection, rare wildlife photography, Canada’s Atlantic whales and Ethiopian artist Elias Slime’s artwork, to name a few. ROM also offers a wide range of digital exhibitions that visitors can experience long after they’ve left the museum. Online exhibitions include the Blue Whale Project’s bittersweet story, an exploration of the Burgess Shale, and an in-depth look at the silks of highland Madagascar. Along with fresh new exhibits, ROM’s permanent collection includes around one million objects of art and culture gathered from around the world. With objects dating back to a range of time periods, from prehistoric civilization to present-day, visitors can explore the artwork, archaeology, fashion, and decor of ancient Asian, European, Greek, Roman, African, and Indigenous culture. ROM holds Canada’s largest collection of natural history specimens, giving visitors the chance to explore an extensive treasure trove of findings. Perhaps the most alluring is the collection of gems that sparkle and shine as you walk through the gallery. Diamonds aside, if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to have the fossil of a 200 year-old dinosaur tower over you, or what it’s like to walk through a bat cave, check out ROM. Don’t forget to enjoy the views and look up when you’re at the museum—you just might find the ROM’s gorgeous mosaicked ceiling! Fun facts about the ROM ROM was founded in 1914 ROM is located on ancestral lands of several First Nations ROM’s courtyard is a public space where Torontonians can enjoy a garden and a view of the crystal-shaped facade ROM is the biggest museum in Canada ROM is the fifth biggest museum in North America The museum is home to more than 13 million objects, including artwork, fossils, cultural items and more The museum’s dinosaur fossils span hundreds of millions of years
2332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Museo Real de Ontario
100 Queens Park
2332 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
In the Spotlight: Royal Ontario Museum Welcome to Canada’s largest museum. Home to more than 13 million objects spanning art, culture, and nature. The beautiful, attention-grabbing facade, inspired by the museum’s own gem and mineral collection, is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to all ROM (100 Queens Park) has to offer. The museum’s exterior, a.k.a. the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal, was quickly dubbed the 'crystal' because of its crystalline shape. The structure resembles an actual crystal right on the streets of Toronto! Visitors to the museum are reminded of the chunky geometry of a mineral up close—which they can view at the museum—as they walk through the doors of ROM. The striking exterior welcomes you into a vast museum filled with exhibits that speak to Ontario’s past, present and future identities. With respect to First Peoples art and culture, as well as a broad collection from all around the world, ROM is considered one of the continent’s most important cultural institutions. Spend the day hanging out with dinosaurs, travelling to ancient Egypt, and learning about the continuing First Peoples legacy, among other adventures. ROM houses 13 million objects spanning art, culture, and nature from around the world and across the ages. If you have just one afternoon to spend in Ontario, buy a ticket and hop on the bus to ROM, located right in the heart of Toronto’s downtown. ROM Immortal New Brand Platform & Film As the country moves beyond the pandemic, a new ROM is emerging, one that will change the way people think about the role of the museum and its place in the city. As part of this transformation, ROM has unveiled a dynamic new brand voice, a powerful film, and a special offering that gives visitors free access to ROM’s main floor galleries and public spaces throughout the summer months. Timed to coincide with the display of Kore 670, a stunning sculpture from antiquity on loan from Greece, the main floor free summer program runs from June 9 to September 25, 2022. Places to eat in or near ROM From upscale dining to casual eateries, there’s no shortage of classic Toronto spots to eat around the Royal Ontario Museum. Whether you’re after a drink at the end of your day or want to treat yourself to the meal of a lifetime, you won’t have to go further than a few blocks. AMAL TORONTO This gorgeously decorated Lebanese restaurant will have you licking your lips and sinking satisfied into the crushed velvet upholstery. Almost as beautiful as the museum itself, Amal is located just a few blocks from ROM on Bloor Street. 131 Bloor St. W. DUKE OF YORK Just up Bedford Road off of Bloor Street, this casual pub offers all the local brews you’ve been wanting to try. Enjoy the sunshine from the upstairs patio, or cozy up in one of the classic pub booths. 39 Prince Arthur Ave. Things to see at the ROM Take a deep dive into the cultural treasures of times past and present. Whether it’s fashion history, pop culture, or ancient relics, ROM highlights the beauty and worldly significance of even the simplest objects. With a carousel of new exhibitions all the time, spanning a wide range of topics like Kent Monkman’s own interpretation of ROM’s collection, rare wildlife photography, Canada’s Atlantic whales and Ethiopian artist Elias Slime’s artwork, to name a few. ROM also offers a wide range of digital exhibitions that visitors can experience long after they’ve left the museum. Online exhibitions include the Blue Whale Project’s bittersweet story, an exploration of the Burgess Shale, and an in-depth look at the silks of highland Madagascar. Along with fresh new exhibits, ROM’s permanent collection includes around one million objects of art and culture gathered from around the world. With objects dating back to a range of time periods, from prehistoric civilization to present-day, visitors can explore the artwork, archaeology, fashion, and decor of ancient Asian, European, Greek, Roman, African, and Indigenous culture. ROM holds Canada’s largest collection of natural history specimens, giving visitors the chance to explore an extensive treasure trove of findings. Perhaps the most alluring is the collection of gems that sparkle and shine as you walk through the gallery. Diamonds aside, if you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to have the fossil of a 200 year-old dinosaur tower over you, or what it’s like to walk through a bat cave, check out ROM. Don’t forget to enjoy the views and look up when you’re at the museum—you just might find the ROM’s gorgeous mosaicked ceiling! Fun facts about the ROM ROM was founded in 1914 ROM is located on ancestral lands of several First Nations ROM’s courtyard is a public space where Torontonians can enjoy a garden and a view of the crystal-shaped facade ROM is the biggest museum in Canada ROM is the fifth biggest museum in North America The museum is home to more than 13 million objects, including artwork, fossils, cultural items and more The museum’s dinosaur fossils span hundreds of millions of years
The Distillery Historic District, commonly known as the Distillery District, astounds the eyes with its cobblestone streets and painstakingly restored Victorian industrial architecture. Dating to 1832 and the founding of the Gooderham & Worts distillery, this arts-and-culture hub is now home to galleries, boutiques, restaurants and cafes, as well as a new wave of distilleries and craft breweries. While its Old Town of Toronto roots run deep, the district is actually quite young, its resurrection only dating back to 2003. Don't miss: The Old World charm and light-filled spectacle that is the annual Toronto Christmas Market Artwork and crafts by First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists at Gallery Indigena Emerging and mid-career contemporary artists at Corkin Gallery The annual Groundswell Festival at the award-winning and unabashedly feminist Nightwood Theatre SOMA Chocolatemaker’s bean-to-bar truffles, drinking chocolate, spreads and cookies BOUNDARIES: Parliament Street to the west, Cherry Street to the east, Mill Street to the north and Distillery Lane to the south.
1704 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Distillery Historic District
55 Mill St
1704 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Distillery Historic District, commonly known as the Distillery District, astounds the eyes with its cobblestone streets and painstakingly restored Victorian industrial architecture. Dating to 1832 and the founding of the Gooderham & Worts distillery, this arts-and-culture hub is now home to galleries, boutiques, restaurants and cafes, as well as a new wave of distilleries and craft breweries. While its Old Town of Toronto roots run deep, the district is actually quite young, its resurrection only dating back to 2003. Don't miss: The Old World charm and light-filled spectacle that is the annual Toronto Christmas Market Artwork and crafts by First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists at Gallery Indigena Emerging and mid-career contemporary artists at Corkin Gallery The annual Groundswell Festival at the award-winning and unabashedly feminist Nightwood Theatre SOMA Chocolatemaker’s bean-to-bar truffles, drinking chocolate, spreads and cookies BOUNDARIES: Parliament Street to the west, Cherry Street to the east, Mill Street to the north and Distillery Lane to the south.
In the Spotlight: St. Lawrence Market Complex This iconic landmark is a culinary hotspot featuring more than 120 merchants and farmers. In the centre of historic Old Town Toronto, close to the hub of today’s downtown sits the St. Lawrence Market Complex (93 Front St. E.)—three buildings that have served as Toronto’s social centre, City Hall and marketplace throughout the city’s history. Explore the South Market building with its restaurants, artisans and specialty food vendors offering visitors the unique and lively atmosphere of an authentic farmers’ market; the Market Gallery with changing exhibits dedicated to Toronto’s art, culture and history; and the Market Kitchen with cooking classes for all ages and abilities. In the North Market building, you’ll find the farmers’ market where farmers arrive every Saturday at dawn to sell their meat, cheese and produce—just as they have been doing for more than 200 years. St. Lawrence Hall, which contains the magnificent Great Hall, continues to be Toronto’s favourite site for social and business functions. Complete your visit with a walking tour of the St. Lawrence Market Complex to hear about its 200-year history. Places to eat in St. Lawrence Market Known for its breadth of options and best-of-the-best quality, St. Lawrence Market has no shortage of places to snack, dine or imbibe. BUSTER’S SEA COVE With a beloved fish and chips recipe, made from fresh seafood, this humble chippie is perfect for a satisfying lunch. Buster’s has been a mainstay at the market for several years, making it one of Toronto’s favourite St. Lawrence eateries. CREPE IT UP CAFÉ The heavy nod to Canada’s French linkage is clear with this fresh creperie. Order exactly what you love to eat with your crepes and watch the chefs grill it up right in front of you. YIP’S KITCHEN For almost 20 years, Yip’s kitchen has provided mouth-watering Chinese food to St. Lawrence customers. With a constant carousel of new customers, your food is always fresh—though you should expect to wait in line because Yip’s is just that popular. YIANNI’S KITCHEN If the words spanakopita or baklava strike your fancy, plan a stop to Yianni’s Kitchen, the best place for Greek food in Toronto. With tasty Greek omelettes for breakfast and juicy roast lamb for lunch, there’s no shortage of new things to try at this restaurant. Things to see at St. Lawrence Market In 2012, National Geographic spotlighted the world’s best food markets in a special article entitled “Food Journeys of a Lifetime.” St. Lawrence Market outranked New York’s Union Square Greenmarket and St. Lucia’s Castries Market to claim the top spot. A visit to the market makes it easy to understand why. Row upon row of locally grown produce, freshly baked goods, gourmet cured meats, specialty cheeses, preserves, soups, sandwiches and international foods are enough to make anyone’s mouth water. And the friendly vendors will make you feel at home as you take in the sounds, sights and smells of this cosmopolitan marketplace. St. Lawrence Market may be known primarily for its food, but it’s also a great destination for shopping and activities, especially during the iconic Saturday Farmers’ Market. Each weekend, local farmers and artisans set up shop indoors and outdoors, filling the complex with delicious and beautiful treasures for you to buy. On Sundays, the market transforms into an antique shop with the finest wares of times past. From unique rugs and furniture to quirky tchotchkes to bring home, perusing the Sunday Antique Market is a uniquely Torontonian experience. During a normal weekday, local craftspeople and artisans come to the market to set up shop and display their wares. With everything from handcrafted jewellery, to quality natural clothing, to accessories, crafts and souvenirs, it’s an ideal place to find that perfect one-of-a-kind item. If you’re feeling inspired by the endless selection of gourmet food, why not drop by for one of the market’s cooking classes to learn how to prepare culinary masterpieces of your own? With classes on everything from baking to knife skills to cooking with wine, there’s no better place to hone your skills as a chef. The history of St. Lawrence Market 1803: Lt. Governor Peter Hunter proclaims that all the land north of Front, west of Jarvis, south of King and east of Church Street, would be officially known as the Market Block 1831: The original wooden market building is replaced by a brick structure 1845: City Council moves into the Council Chambers on the second floor of the market building 1849: The Great Fire of Toronto destroys the brick structure and much of the city. Plans are drawn up to rebuild the Market Block to include a new St. Lawrence Hall 1850: St. Lawrence Hall, designed by William Thomas, is unveiled and quickly becomes the social centre of the city 1851: A new North Market building is constructed at the south end of St. Lawrence Hall 1904: The City Hall building is demolished and a new one is built to accommodate Toronto’s growing population 1967: The third floors of the building are restored as part of the City of Toronto’s Centennial project 1968: The North Market is demolished and replaced with the present-day building 1972: A group of Torontonians propose to the City of Toronto’s Property Department that the historic South Market building be renovated. Originally the planning board had discussed demolishing it 1974: Renovations begin with funding from a Federal-Provincial Winter Capital Projects Fund 1977: The City Property Department obtains approval to restore the original City Hall 1978: Renovations are completed at the South Market. The basement is gutted and made available for retail use 1979: The Market Gallery opens on March 7, 1979 2003: St. Lawrence Market celebrates its 200th anniversary How to get to St. Lawrence Market Complex By car: From downtown, drive along Dundas Street West. Turn onto King Street or the Esplanade to land at either end of the market complex. Parking: At Saturday markets, park downtown for $1 per hour. All other times, paid parking is available at the market and around the surrounding streets. By subway: The Route 1 subway to King Station drops you off about a five-minute walk from the market.
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
St. Lawrence
22 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
In the Spotlight: St. Lawrence Market Complex This iconic landmark is a culinary hotspot featuring more than 120 merchants and farmers. In the centre of historic Old Town Toronto, close to the hub of today’s downtown sits the St. Lawrence Market Complex (93 Front St. E.)—three buildings that have served as Toronto’s social centre, City Hall and marketplace throughout the city’s history. Explore the South Market building with its restaurants, artisans and specialty food vendors offering visitors the unique and lively atmosphere of an authentic farmers’ market; the Market Gallery with changing exhibits dedicated to Toronto’s art, culture and history; and the Market Kitchen with cooking classes for all ages and abilities. In the North Market building, you’ll find the farmers’ market where farmers arrive every Saturday at dawn to sell their meat, cheese and produce—just as they have been doing for more than 200 years. St. Lawrence Hall, which contains the magnificent Great Hall, continues to be Toronto’s favourite site for social and business functions. Complete your visit with a walking tour of the St. Lawrence Market Complex to hear about its 200-year history. Places to eat in St. Lawrence Market Known for its breadth of options and best-of-the-best quality, St. Lawrence Market has no shortage of places to snack, dine or imbibe. BUSTER’S SEA COVE With a beloved fish and chips recipe, made from fresh seafood, this humble chippie is perfect for a satisfying lunch. Buster’s has been a mainstay at the market for several years, making it one of Toronto’s favourite St. Lawrence eateries. CREPE IT UP CAFÉ The heavy nod to Canada’s French linkage is clear with this fresh creperie. Order exactly what you love to eat with your crepes and watch the chefs grill it up right in front of you. YIP’S KITCHEN For almost 20 years, Yip’s kitchen has provided mouth-watering Chinese food to St. Lawrence customers. With a constant carousel of new customers, your food is always fresh—though you should expect to wait in line because Yip’s is just that popular. YIANNI’S KITCHEN If the words spanakopita or baklava strike your fancy, plan a stop to Yianni’s Kitchen, the best place for Greek food in Toronto. With tasty Greek omelettes for breakfast and juicy roast lamb for lunch, there’s no shortage of new things to try at this restaurant. Things to see at St. Lawrence Market In 2012, National Geographic spotlighted the world’s best food markets in a special article entitled “Food Journeys of a Lifetime.” St. Lawrence Market outranked New York’s Union Square Greenmarket and St. Lucia’s Castries Market to claim the top spot. A visit to the market makes it easy to understand why. Row upon row of locally grown produce, freshly baked goods, gourmet cured meats, specialty cheeses, preserves, soups, sandwiches and international foods are enough to make anyone’s mouth water. And the friendly vendors will make you feel at home as you take in the sounds, sights and smells of this cosmopolitan marketplace. St. Lawrence Market may be known primarily for its food, but it’s also a great destination for shopping and activities, especially during the iconic Saturday Farmers’ Market. Each weekend, local farmers and artisans set up shop indoors and outdoors, filling the complex with delicious and beautiful treasures for you to buy. On Sundays, the market transforms into an antique shop with the finest wares of times past. From unique rugs and furniture to quirky tchotchkes to bring home, perusing the Sunday Antique Market is a uniquely Torontonian experience. During a normal weekday, local craftspeople and artisans come to the market to set up shop and display their wares. With everything from handcrafted jewellery, to quality natural clothing, to accessories, crafts and souvenirs, it’s an ideal place to find that perfect one-of-a-kind item. If you’re feeling inspired by the endless selection of gourmet food, why not drop by for one of the market’s cooking classes to learn how to prepare culinary masterpieces of your own? With classes on everything from baking to knife skills to cooking with wine, there’s no better place to hone your skills as a chef. The history of St. Lawrence Market 1803: Lt. Governor Peter Hunter proclaims that all the land north of Front, west of Jarvis, south of King and east of Church Street, would be officially known as the Market Block 1831: The original wooden market building is replaced by a brick structure 1845: City Council moves into the Council Chambers on the second floor of the market building 1849: The Great Fire of Toronto destroys the brick structure and much of the city. Plans are drawn up to rebuild the Market Block to include a new St. Lawrence Hall 1850: St. Lawrence Hall, designed by William Thomas, is unveiled and quickly becomes the social centre of the city 1851: A new North Market building is constructed at the south end of St. Lawrence Hall 1904: The City Hall building is demolished and a new one is built to accommodate Toronto’s growing population 1967: The third floors of the building are restored as part of the City of Toronto’s Centennial project 1968: The North Market is demolished and replaced with the present-day building 1972: A group of Torontonians propose to the City of Toronto’s Property Department that the historic South Market building be renovated. Originally the planning board had discussed demolishing it 1974: Renovations begin with funding from a Federal-Provincial Winter Capital Projects Fund 1977: The City Property Department obtains approval to restore the original City Hall 1978: Renovations are completed at the South Market. The basement is gutted and made available for retail use 1979: The Market Gallery opens on March 7, 1979 2003: St. Lawrence Market celebrates its 200th anniversary How to get to St. Lawrence Market Complex By car: From downtown, drive along Dundas Street West. Turn onto King Street or the Esplanade to land at either end of the market complex. Parking: At Saturday markets, park downtown for $1 per hour. All other times, paid parking is available at the market and around the surrounding streets. By subway: The Route 1 subway to King Station drops you off about a five-minute walk from the market.