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Yorkville
Teppanyaki Hibachi Dining Experience

Yamato is one of the oldest teppanyaki style restaurants in Canada. Serving authentic Japanese cuisine since 1983 in Toronto downtown fashion district, Yorkville.
St. Lawrence
Visiting St. Lawrence Market

St. Lawrence Market has 100+ vendors, bakers, butchers and artisans, with produce & antiques on weekends.
Muskoka
River Rapids in Muskoka

We watched river rapids from the Oxtongue River Trail. The short and sweet hike is just one km long and is a must-see if you're in the area.
Hamilton
Four Amazing Hamilton Waterfalls

We took a day trip to Hamilton to go waterfall hunting.
Mississauga
Visiting Riverwood Conservancy

A nature preserve on the shores of the Credit River in Mississauga. The Riverwood Conservancy is a 150-acre property where history and nature blend together.
Dundas
Waterfalls And Beautiful Views In Dundas

Carolinian forests, colourful meadows, cold-water streams, stunning geological formations and an array of rare plants, birds and wildlife make Dundas Valley one of southern Ontario’s most spectacular treasures.
Toronto & Port Hope
Watch the Salmon Run

We decided to visit two spots known for salmon spawning— Etienne Brule Park and Corbett's Dam.
Muskoka
Visit A Cranberry Farm In Muskoka

Visit the Cranberry Farm in Muskoka to learn how Cranberries are harvested, experience in house made wine tasting and dive into the cranberry plunge.
Downtown Toronto
A Store Dedicated To Japanese Knives

For the last ten years, KNIFE has been dedicated to showcasing and selling high end Japanese knives. We decided to check it out.
Burlington
Canada's Largest Botanical Garden

The Royal Botanical Gardens in Burlington is the largest botanical garden in Canada and one of the largest in the world.
Downtown Yonge
Explore Miniature Versions Of Canadian Cities

Explore highly detailed, animated miniature versions of Canadian cities in this new attraction.
Muskoka
A Fall Day Trip To Muskoka

We took a day trip to Muskoka to experience the fall colours.
The Beaches
Toronto's Most Popular Beach

Woodbine Beach has a lot going for it! Sandy beaches, gleaming sunbathers, children playing in the waves, barbecuers, and volleyball players galore.
Burlington
Explore Burlington's Downtown & Pier

We take an autumn walk through Burlington and make stops at the Brant St. Pier, the waterfront and the downtown.
Queen's Park
The Unique Pillars Of Museum Station

In a city of unremarkable subway stations, Museum Station is a stop that stands out.
Rosewood
Eat Korean Style Hotdogs

The feature of Chungchun Hotdog is sticky rice in dough that fermented for 120 minute every morning. Thus It has strongly more chewy and crispy taste.
Mississauga
Play An Indoor Golf Simulator

With golf season winding down, we decided to visit Next Golf— an indoor golf simulator.
Downtown Toronto
Toronto's Half House

The story behind Toronto’s Half House— which was literally sliced in half by developers.
The Beaches
The Treatment Plant That Fixed Toronto's Dirty Water

The R.C. Water Treatment Plant opened in 1941 and modernized Toronto's water supply— because of it, Toronto has excellent, award winning tap water today.
Highland Creek
Huge Pizza Slices At Lamanna's Bakery

Lamanna's Bakery is known for their massive slices of pizza— which need to ordered 24 hours in advance.
Toronto Zoo
An Enchanted Walk Through Toronto Zoo At Night

Terra Lumina is an enchanted night walk into a bright feature created by Moment Factory and presented by Toronto Zoo.
Vaughan
Canada's Wonderland

Canada's Wonderland is a 134-hectare theme park located in Vaughan, Ontario, a suburb approximately 25 kilometres north of Downtown Toronto.
Old Toronto
The Most Unusual Caeser Cocktails In Toronto

Score on King is known for their giant Caeser drinks— that come complete with entire meals.
Black Creek
Explore A Historic Village From The 1860s

Black Creek Pioneer Village lets visitors explore an 1760's re-created country village in the Toronto region.
Christie Pits
Watch Professional Baseball At Christie Pits

The Toronto Maple Leafs are a semi-pro baseball team that plays their home games at Dominico Field at the Christie Pits park.
Greater Toronto Area
Ten Awesome Ice Cream Spots In Toronto

Ice cream has come a long way in the last ten years. We set out to find the best and craziest ice cream in Toronto.
Waterfront
Artists Take Over The Corleck Building

Explore the unique property with a series of murals and installations inspired by cultures myths.
Toronto Islands
The Centreville Amusement Park

The Centreville Amusement Park is a 15-minute ferry ride from downtown Toronto and a fun spot for families with younger children.
Yorkdale Mall
Eat Cake From A Vending Machine

A famous New Jersey baker has setup cake vending machines all over Toronto...
Caledon
Explore A Beautiful Sunflower Farm

The Campbells Sunflower Farm is a 60 acre, organic sunflower farm in Caledon, Ontario.
Gardiner Expressway
Roller Skating At The Bentway

Rent your rollar skates at Retro Rolla and cruise The Bentway— Toronto's new public space under the Gardiner Expressway.
Yorkdale Mall
The Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N Experience

Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. has come to Toronto— science and technology mix with props and augmented reality to experience the Avengers universe in a new way.
Harbourfront
Toronto's New Open Air Cinema

The pavilion area of Trillium Park has been transformed into an open-air cinema— for this summer only.
1 Hour From Toronto
The Largest Lavender Farm In Ontario

The Terra Bleu Lavender Farm is the largest in Ontario and is less than an hour away from Toronto.
Entertainment District
A Rooftop Patio In The Entertainment District

High above Toronto’s bustling entertainment district is Kōst, the Bisha Hotel's rooftop restaurant.
Queen West
Freshly Roasted Nuts and Coffee In Queen West

The Roasted Nut does small batch, dry nut roasting on site in their Queen west location.
Harbourfront
Rent A Motorboat And Cruise The Harbour

Looking a little fun? Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre lets you rent powerboats by the hour.
Port Lands
Cabana Poolbar Is Unlike Any Patio In Toronto

The waterfront patio is a massive bar and lounge with private cabanas, pools, DJs and dining.
Toronto Islands
Escape The City To Ward's Island

Ward's Island is the best place in Toronto to escape the city. It's home to a beach, cottages, restaurants and more.
Scarborough
Street Eats: A Food Truck Festival

Toronto's Street Eats Market boasts delicious dishes from local food trucks is a food lover's paradise.
Harbourfront
The Peaceful Toronto Music Garden

The Toronto Music Garden is one of the city's most peaceful spot and was inspired by Bach. Each section of the garden corresponds to a different movement from his First Suite for Unaccompanied Cello.
Old Toronto
Adorable Secrets At This Dog Fountain

The dog fountain in Berczy Park has secrets waiting to be uncovered.
Old Toronto
Union Station

Union Station is the transportation gateway to Toronto— connecting the TTC, the Path, UP express and GO trains and busses.
West Queen West
The Most Beautiful Eclairs In Toronto

Nugateau Patiserrie is an all-eclair patisserie that uses authentic French baking techniques.
Playter Estates
Beautiful Views From The Chester Hill Lookout

The lookout is hidden away on a quiet street off of Broadview Avenue.
Caledon
The Cheltenham Badlands

An unusual and dramatic geographic formation, the Cheltenham Badlands can be found just outside of Toronto in Caledon.
Dufferin Grove
Old & Unusual Books At The Monkey's Paw

The Monkey’s Paw stocks a diverse variety of 20th-century printed matter, with special emphasis on visual culture; obsolete opinions and technologies.
St. Lawrence
A Pizza Vending Machine

Pizza Forno, Pizza Vending Machine, located at 225 King St E, is one of the most innovative ways to order pizzas in Toronto right now.
Waterfront
Ireland Park

A memorial to the tens of thousands of Irish who fled to North America during the Great Famine.
Wychwood Park
Charm & Quiet In Wychwood Park

Wychwood Park feels nothing like downtown Toronto— even though you are two subway stops away from the downtown.
Upper Beaches
The Glen Stewart Ravine

Located on the east side of Toronto, the Glen Stewart Ravine stretches over 11-hectare.
Whitchurch
Chepack's Country Market

Buy local produce and pasture raised pork at this family run Country Market.
The Queensway
Visit The Humber Bay Bridge

You've probably seen this pedestrian and bicycle bridge from the Gardiner Expressway— but you should definitely check it out on a warm summer evening.
Scarborough
Explore Toronto History At Guild Park

Scarborough's Guild Park is home to architectural remnants from demolished Toronto buildings.
Liberty Village
Sunset at Marilyn Bell Park

Just west of Ontario Place, Marilyn Bell Park is a beautiful spot to watch the sunset over the lake.
Riverdale
Iconic Views At Riverdale Park

With expansive views and lots of amenities, Riverdale Park has become one of the most popular east-end parks.
Mississauga
A Park Dedicated To Vietnamese-Canadians

Mississauga's Saigon Park opened in 2020 and recognizes the Vietnamese-Canadian community who came to Canada during the Fall of Saigon in April 1975.
City Place
Canoe Landing Park

A privately funded urban park that sits next to the Gardiner Expressway.
Lorne Park
Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens

An 18-acre lakefront garden— with beautiful rhododendrons blossoming in spring.
Corktown
Underpass Park: Reimagining A Space

Underpass Park was Toronto's first park built under an overpass— transforming an underused space into an amenity.
Islington Village
Visit Toronto's Village of Murals

There are large murals throughout Islington Village that depict the history of our city.
UofT & Kariya Park
Where To See Cherry Blossoms This Year

High Park is closed this year— but there are still two spots you can find cherry blossoms: University of Toronto and Kariya Park.
Yorkville
A Robotic Cafe In Yorkville

RC Coffee is an automated, coffee kiosk in Yorkville.
Queen West
Explore Street Art In Graffiti Alley

Previously a hotspot for unsanctioned graffiti art, Graffiti Alley has become a well-known, culturally significant tourist spot.
Moss Park
Visit The Real Kim's Convenience

Visit the real-life convenience store in Moss Park that inspired the set for Kim's Convenience.
The Beach
Luminosity: An Outdoor Light Exhibition

A Covid safe outdoor art exhibit with sculptures and light works. Taking place on Queen St E.
Golden Mile
Toronto's Middle Eastern Grocery Superstore

Adonis is a Middle Eastern grocery superstore— with unique items that are available throughout the Middle East but scarce in North America.
Chinatown
Walking Chinatown After Dark

A walk through Chinatown at night.
Markham
A Cathedral In The Suburbs

In the middle of a Markham suburb sits The Cathedral Of The Transfiguration.
Waterfront
Walking Abandoned Ontario Place

Ontario Place originally opened in 1972 as a way to promote the province. It closed down in 2012 but is still open to walk around and explore.
Don Valley
Walking Crothers Woods After A Snowfall

We took a walk through Crothers Woods after a fresh snowfall.

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