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The Roundup: This Week in Toronto (June 12-June 18)
Check out what's happening in Toronto this week, from highly anticipated openings, closures, events, pop-ups and more -- the round-up is your number one source for staying up to date with Toronto's fast-paced food scene!
On June 14, one of Toronto’s most iconic taverns is relaunching with a new look and a new vibe -- just in time for summer.
The new Miller Tavern’s launch party will take place over the entire multi-level space, and offers live music, summer cocktails, and special performances. The venue is located in North York’s York Mills neighbourhood, at 3885 Yonge Street. Miller Tavern also has a massive patio and serves dishes from the land, the sea, and everything in between. It is open for both lunch and dinner.
Canadian restaurant chain Moxies just unveiled a new menu for the warmer season, including seven new menu items that celebrate the sunshine and the summer.
The new additions span all courses of a meal (and even the cocktail menu!) and include a spicy cashew queso dip, a lemon and asparagus spaghettini, and a smashed avocado dip. Cocktail options span from a watermelon sangria, a vacation-inspired mai tai, and a spicy mezcal and watermelon margarita.
The new menu is available at Moxies restaurants across the country.
Less than four months after a fire forced its closure, Myth restaurant has reopened for business. As of June 11th, King West is once again the spot for blazing saganaki, garden fresh salads topped with briny feta blocks, and seafood towers trimmed with the freshest seafood this side of the Mediterranean. Showcasing a revamped menu and look, the eatery has lost none of its cachet as one of the neighbourhood's top spots for fine food, dishy drinks, and the type of entertainment and people watching that generally incurs a hefty fee. Myth is open seven days a week, from 5:00 p.m. until late. To reserve your table, visit Sevenrooms.com.
If you've always wanted to sample Michelin-calibre plates (without Michelin-style prices), now's your chance. Throughout the month of June, diners will find dishes created by chef Ryusuke Nakagawa, of Yorkville's Michelin-starred Aburi Hana, at sister restaurants Minami, Miku and TORA. Created to celebrate summer's return, each item puts the focus on seasonality combined with the distinctive Aburi Restaurant style. On June 12th, as part of its summer menu, Minami will debut three dishes in its Michelin chef collaboration series. At Miku, executive chef Junnosuke Fujikawa and Nakagawa have created six new dishes. Highlights include Hamachi Crudo with yuzukosho sumiso, ito toragashi, kinome, hanaho pickled beet, and negi oil; and thinly sliced A5 wagyu wrapped around seasonal vegetables with wagyu mayo, chia seed umami soy, parsley oil, hanaho, and nori rice cracker. A selection of singular seasonal dishes can also be found at Yorkdale's TORA, where the tradition of aburi sushi is combined with a technology-forward approach to dining. To reserve a table at Minami, visit Opentable.ca. For Miku, Opentable.ca. TORA is walk-in only.
King West has a new home for sophisticated dinner and dancing with Italian flair. Created by the team behind Michelin Bib Gourmand award recipient Enoteca Sociale, Ristorante Sociale brings sophisticated plates of Roman and Tuscan fare, live entertainment, elegant tipples, DJs, and a luxe atmosphere to 545 King Street West. "Our goal was to create an all-night affair, where guests can come for exceptional food and drink and stick around for an exciting party reflective of the celebratory approach and traditions in Italy,” said Deni Di Tullio, partner at Ristorante Sociale, in a press release. Between Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 5:30 until late, guests will delight in a menu of traditional Italian cuisine — think pasta, risotto, branzino, and tenderloin paired with complex Barolo sauce — paired with roving entertainers who lend the space an enchanting aura. Later on, DJs turn up the music, and dancing, bottle service, and King West's magnetic nighttime energy take hold. To reserve your table, visit Opentable.ca.
Make this the summer you work on your whisky wisdom with the first ever Niagara Whisky Guild, at Forty Creek Distillery. Opened in 1972, Forty Creek was established to carry on a tradition of making eau de vie at the family distillery in Switzerland. Since then, the team in Grimsby has carved out a new path for Canadian whisky, with bold, flavourful products such as Barrel Select, Copper Pot, and more. Now, whisky enthusiasts are invited to join in a series of three master classes with the brand's Master Blender, Bill Ashburn, and Campari Academy Ambassador, Chris Thompson. Courses will take a deep dive into the industry, including an in-depth look into Forty Creek's origins and impacts. Participants will also be invited to explore cocktail techniques with top GTA mixologists and bartenders, learn about the art of aging and enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Forty Creek Distillery. Best of all, each class will afford students the opportunity to taste best-in-class whiskies. Complete all three courses, and receive an official certification signifying your mastery of whisky. To view classes and elevate your position in the world of food and drink, visit Fortycreekwhisky.com.
Prince Edward County has a new spot for dining, dancing and retro vibes. Opened in May, The Vic Social pairs fancified diner classics, vintage arcade games, and sleek decor with a '70s, '80s and '90s soundtrack guaranteed to thrill customers who lived through those decades (and those who wish that they had). Located at 166 Picton Main Street, in Picton, the restaurant welcomes guests for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. A late-night menu and dancing are available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, until 2am. On a menu built around ingredients sourced from The County, guests will find popular breakfast items, such as Crispy Chicken & Waffles, Eggs Benedict and Sprinkle Pancakes. For lunch and dinner, diner basics — wings, burgers, etc. — join sophisticated options like Coconut Shrimp, Crab Cakes, and salads, on a menu with options for everyone. To drink, a selection of classic cocktails and local wine and beer vie for attention with extreme milkshakes made with, or without, booze. "In the heart of Picton, we now have a destination for people of all ages to dine, dance and play,” said Gary Wilson, owner of The Vic Social, in a press release. “I’m excited to see all the locals and tourists come together at The Vic Social and make new memories!” To learn more, visit @the.vic.social.
From July 5 to July 9, Torontonians are invited to the North Lawn Stanley Barracks at Hotel X for a friendly game of pétanque — lawn bowling with a French twist. Sponsored by Grey Goose, packages can be reserved for up to six friends for a total of $270 (roughly $45 per person). After a match at the Lawn Club, guests can enjoy a Grey Goose cocktail in the French park-inspired Clubhouse. Reservations for the event can be made here.
Tim Hortons recently introduced the Tims Credit Card, a Mastercard credit card backed by Neo Financial. The Tims Credit Card can be applied for, approved and managed entirely through the Tim Hortons app on your phone. There will also be a version of the Tims Credit Card offered to Canadian residents who have limited or no credit history – like students and newcomers – that will earn Tims Rewards Points and can help build their credit. The Tims Credit Card has no annual fee1 and earns Tims Rewards Points everywhere you shop, and is seamlessly linked to the Tim Hortons app.
Margo, the latest spot for Mediterranean fare on King St. W., recently opened a brand new rooftop patio, complete with a full dinner menu, a brunch menu, cocktail and wine list and bottle service. Margo’s patio is open Tuesday to Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Every Sunday, Margo guests can enjoy brunch staples and a live DJ, with brunch service running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A snack menu takes over from 3 to 5 p.m. Dinner service resumes from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Move over apple pie—for a limited time, McDonald’s Canada is bringing back the strawberry pie. The baked pie features a warm strawberry filling made with real strawberry pieces, surrounded by a flaky, golden-brown crust. As part of the McPicks menu, you can get two pies for just $1.99 plus tax. The strawberry pie is available at McDonald’s restaurants across Canada, as well as through its delivery partners, Uber Eats, SkipTheDishes or DoorDash.
One of New York City’s best-known pizzeria’s, Prince St. Pizza, is opening its first Canadian outpost this summer in Toronto at The Well. Located on a busy stretch of Spadina Ave., The Well is a mixed use development that represents 32,000 square feet of retail space and 1,700 residential units. It will be home to a selection of shops, restaurants, fresh food markets, and workspaces. Prince St. Pizza is known for its thick, square slices topped with spicy pepperoni and secret homemade sauce. The pizza spot will join other eateries like La Cubana, Hooky’s Fish & Chips, Lobster Burger Bar, Isabella’s Mochi Donuts, and more.
You don't have to agree with his tastes but let dad have his way this Father's Day with a special Hawaiian Pizza from Pizzeria Libretto. Available at all locations on June 18th, the sophisticated take on a classic combines the chain's San Marzano tomato sauce with aged fior di latte mozzarella, bacon lardon, prosciutto cotto, pineapple, pickled jalapeño, basil and a drizzle of cayenne maple syrup. Paired with $5 pints of Henderson, it's a sweet and salty feast any father will dive into with glee. Still, if dad's not big on the polarizing pie, Libretto has plenty of options sure to thrill. Whether he's a Diavola dude, a Funghi fan or a maniac for Margherita, Pizzeria Libretto has a pie to make dad's day. To reserve your table, visit Pizzerialibretto.com.
On June 17th and 18th, the Four Seasons and Café Boulud are celebrating Father’s Day with limited time menu items. Father's Day brunch features will be available inside the Yorkville eatery from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for both weekend afternoons.
Options include a shareable 44 oz Beef Tomahawk with confit potato, roasted mushrooms, broccolini and bordelaise, as well as a beef short ribs, a wagyu burger and a Sticky Toffee Pudding with bourbon toffee sauce.
Café Boulud is located inside the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences at 60 Yorkville Avenue.
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