This small sushi joint is sparsely decorated, and its minimalist approach to wall decor extends to its rolls. Fortunately, quality sushi requires few frills and this restaurant, smack dab in the heart of Baldwin Village, offers fresh, robust rolls and an assortment of creative variations on traditional Japanese dishes.

Read my review of ND Sushi & Grill in the restaurants section.

There's a new fashion soon-to-be-fixture on Dundas West. Here, you'll find G-Lish dresses, J-Brand jeans, and spectacular designer vintage mingling with affordable party dresses and easy-on-the-wallet vintage finds. More importantly, you'll be afforded the expert advice of the owner--a 10-year veteran of the styling and costume design industries who's dressed the likes of Molly Ringwald.

Read my review of Life of Manek in the fashion stores section.

This is one juice bar that can tell you everything you need to know about its ingredients. Opened by a longtime fruits and veggie wholesaler operating out of Kensington Market, the doors have now been opened to offer the best of local produce, either juiced or whole.

Read my profile of Romeo's Juice Bar in the restaurants section.

Here's something to lessen the misery of continuing classes into the summer: Balzac's Coffee has arrived on Ryerson University's campus. Formerly confined to Timmie's or bring-your-own, students and staff can now enjoy espresso that doesn't come from a one-button machine, along with pastries and treats.

Read my profile of Balzac's (Ryerson) in the cafes section.

How does 9,000+ square feet of superclub--awash in neon and strobe, pulsating with music, and boasting 20 VIP tables and two dance floors--sound to the seasoned club-goer? More of the same. But if you're not already familiar with the area's bounty of nightlife offerings, this place could very well be the wonderland to your Alice.

Read my review of Fiction Club in the bars section.

Kids are given free run to paint and do crafts, supervised by staff, while parents sip lattes and munch carrot slaw--I think some sort of saviour just landed on Roncesvalles. This new cafe caters to both kids and parents, with crafts, books, and toys for the kiddos and fresh panini and coveted moments of peace for parents.

Read my profile of Smock Cafe in the cafe section.