http://www.blogto.com/ Toronto blog Copyright 2012 Sat, 26 May 2012 21:05:09 EDT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Just opened near Queen and Dovercourt is downtown Toronto's first, newest and only yerba mate cafe. The kitchen replaces cookies with alfajores and offers lattes along with cafe con leche. Its main specialty though, is yerba mate, served either in a cafetière or in the traditional wooden gourd.

Read my review of El Almacen and find out how it tastes.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2010/01/queen_st_gets_its_yerba_mate_cafe http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2010/01/queen_st_gets_its_yerba_mate_cafe Announcements Sat, 23 Jan 2010 08:15:05 EST Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2010-01-23T08:15:05 Mjolk is the latest interior design store to spring up in the Junction. Rather than taking the vintage route though, this Scandinavian haven is loaded with specially imported furnishings, clothing, books and toys from across the Atlantic.

Read my profile of Mjolk in the design stores section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2010/01/it_may_be_scandinavian_but_its_definitely_not_another_ikea http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2010/01/it_may_be_scandinavian_but_its_definitely_not_another_ikea Announcements Fri, 08 Jan 2010 08:53:56 EST Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2010-01-08T08:53:56 The Green Grind steps into the crowded College St. cafe scene, but comes with an environment-first push; recycling, composting, bring-your-own mug discounts and a portion of proceeds going to charitable green causes are all on the menu here - as is great coffee and tasty organic ginger snap cookies.

See my review of The Green Grind in the cafes section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/12/coffee_with_conscience_and_a_view_in_little_italy http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/12/coffee_with_conscience_and_a_view_in_little_italy Announcements Fri, 11 Dec 2009 01:17:34 EST Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-12-11T01:17:34 Delight is a chocolatier in The Junction that will satisfy any sweet peccadillo, from vanilla ice cream to peanut butter hot chocolate and even blue cheese truffles. Not just delicious, Delight's chocolates are handmade with fair trade and organic ingredients.

Read my review of Delight in the grocery stores section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/11/this_junction_chocolate_shop_a_delight http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/11/this_junction_chocolate_shop_a_delight Announcements Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:03:45 EST Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-11-27T00:03:45 Bluebird Handmade in the Annex is all about beautiful handmade goods and craft supplies. Originally serving as a workshop for classes, the tiny Bathurst Street location now also makes and sells lovely custom ceramics, prints, scarves, ornaments, bags, jewelery, and toys from their storefront.

See the profile of Bluebird Handmade in the design stores section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/11/local_design_finds_near_bloor_and_bathurst http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/11/local_design_finds_near_bloor_and_bathurst Announcements Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:08:03 EST Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-11-15T11:08:03 Formerly Lou's Coffee bar, Buddha Pie is a tiny pizzeria that opened about a month ago on the southwest fringe of The Junction. Schooled by Cosimo Mammoliti of Terroni, the owner now makes one of the best margherita pizzas in town.

Don't believe me? Read my review of Buddha Pie in the restaurants section for the photo and written evidence.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/10/this_tiny_new_pizzeria_makes_a_great_pie http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/10/this_tiny_new_pizzeria_makes_a_great_pie Announcements Sat, 31 Oct 2009 23:56:43 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-10-31T23:56:43 Despite a prior dislike of florists, my visit to Coriander Girl has got me thinking that they're not all bad. Well, maybe. I'm still not quite sure if it's accurate to label this store as a florist. Along with the flowers -- which I must say are anything but cliche -- owner Alison Westlake sells furniture and pretty much anything else she deems worthy.

Read my review of Coriander Girl in the design store section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/10/flowers_and_furniture_meet_in_parkdale http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/10/flowers_and_furniture_meet_in_parkdale Announcements Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:44:14 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-10-16T23:44:14 The Grilled Cheese in Kensington Market has unleashed one of my favorite comfort foods at just the right time. Nothing says awesome autumn snackery quite like a warm, melty gourmet grilled cheese sandwich and a bowl of soup.

See my review of The Grilled Cheese in the restaurants section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/kensingtons_newest_gourmet_comfort http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/kensingtons_newest_gourmet_comfort Announcements Wed, 30 Sep 2009 22:07:38 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-09-30T22:07:38 Since Poutini's raised the game for late-night alcohol mopping on West Queen West earlier in the year, Parkdale has seemed like a desert of pizza to the stumbling pedestrian. Taste of Tandoree changes that with traditional Indian food, served canteen style and prices that have the right kind of inverse relationship to the portions. Plus, it's open until the subway starts up again.

See my review of Taste of Tandooree in the restaurants section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/a_late_night_indian_feast_in_parkdale http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/a_late_night_indian_feast_in_parkdale Announcements Wed, 16 Sep 2009 09:38:09 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-09-16T09:38:09 Raaw Japanese Cuisine in Liberty Village specializes in non-standard sushi rolls filled with cream cheese, chicken and other 'global' ingredients. They also have a $10 taster lunch menu of more traditional offerings.

See my review of Raaw Japanese Cuisine in the restaurant section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/tempura_ice_cream_chicken-filled_maki_add_non-traditional_spin_to_new_liberty_village_sushi_joint http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/tempura_ice_cream_chicken-filled_maki_add_non-traditional_spin_to_new_liberty_village_sushi_joint Announcements Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:08:50 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-09-08T10:08:50 Toronto's appetite for epicurean burgers continues unabated with Eglinton's recent addition, Bamburger. The burgers are totally customizable, the seats plentiful and homemade desserts come in perfect mini, post-burger portions.

Read my review of Bamburger in the restaurant section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/bamburger_a_contender_in_the_toronto_gourmet_burger_affray http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/09/bamburger_a_contender_in_the_toronto_gourmet_burger_affray Announcements Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:47:54 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-09-01T10:47:54 Sweet Creamery in Cabbagetown satisfies the neighbourhood's dire needs for sweet cold treats like ice cream, gelato, and 'The Parliament' (a peanut butter lovers dream sundae).

See my review of Sweet Creamery in the restaurants section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/getting_my_peanut_butter_fix_at_sweet_creamery http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/getting_my_peanut_butter_fix_at_sweet_creamery Announcements Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:14:31 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-08-24T13:14:31 Madras Pantry on West Queen West has dosas, lassis and kulfi -- everything, in fact, that you'll want for a picnic over the road in Trinity Bellwoods Park.

Read my review of Madras Pantry in the restaurant section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/to_get_while_the_gettings_good_at_madras_pantry http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/to_get_while_the_gettings_good_at_madras_pantry Announcements Tue, 18 Aug 2009 03:41:38 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-08-18T03:41:38 Simply Nosh Bistro in Roncesvalles Village turns out well-crafted brunch staples and eggs served so many ways that you'll want to order twice.

Read my review of Simply Nosh Bistro in the restaurant section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/simply_divine_at_simply_nosh http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/simply_divine_at_simply_nosh Announcements Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:23:54 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-08-10T13:23:54 The Pomegranate Restaurant is one of Little Italy's finest non-Italian offerings. With an inviting interior and incredible Iranian stews, a meal here makes for a unique experience. Just make sure that you call in advance to reserve a table.

For more about the food (and my visit), read my review of The Pomegranate in the restaurant section.]]> http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/persian_food_in_little_italy http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2009/08/persian_food_in_little_italy Announcements Mon, 03 Aug 2009 02:05:31 EDT Announcements Charlotte Johnstone 2009-08-03T02:05:31