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Toronto's top attractions have it all: culture, sports and delicious dining
"Where: The St. Lawrence Market SouthWhen: Saturdays, 5 am to 3 pm, year-round. The site of Toronto’s oldest – and most iconic – market offers up fresh produce from local producers at the St. Lawrence Market’s Farmers’ Market starting bright and early each Saturday morning. Complementing the larger market across the street, the farmers’ market offers fresh food and conversation with food producers across southern Ontario."
"Whether you are a former Toronto Maple Leaf or more like Bambi on the ice, it is always a romantic choice to hold hands and attempt to stay upright on skates. Nathan Phillips Square is the perfect place to while away a romantic hour or two. Located right in front of City Hall and around the corner from the Eaton's Centre and popular restaurants, it is a great activity to sandwich between other downtown pursuits."
"Why You Need To Go: Is it even summer in the 6ix if you didn't stop to pose with the Toronto sign in the square?"
"Taking your kids to the historic home of one of Toronto's first architects may seem laughable. Have we met your children?. Gazing at watercolours is hardly a hobby of theirs."
"This heritage park is centred around the Historic Baker House which was built in 1953 and gives visitors a glimpse of Upper Canada when it settled when Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe put lots up along Yonge Street for sale. Right next to the house is a large woodlot (Baker's Woods) where you'll often find dog walkers, hikers, and runners. In the woods you'll find an inner and outer circuit that you can take."
"This Hong Kong street food classic has become one of the city’s latest craze—Golden Waffles. You can have it in original flavour or you can choose from one of the dazzling premium versions that include bubble waffles with mochi, stuffed with cheese, drizzled with caramel and/or topped with ice cream. Whatever you decide, you can’t go wrong."
"I’ve been going to Demetres for desserts for as long as I can remember. Before the York Region food scene was poppin’, Demetres was the go-to dessert spot in Richmond Hill. The Demetres in Downtown Markham is a newer location, and the space is absolutely gorgeous."
"4 – Enjoy a mammoth sundae at Caffe Demetre Do you love desserts or have a sweet tooth now and then?. If so, than head on over to Demetre’s for a much-deserved indulgence. Enjoy mammoth sundaes, cakes ala mode, and homemade crepes made to perfection."
"Cosmic Treats has out-of-this-world vegan eats and sweets|© Cosmic Treats. Residents have been flocking to this Kensington Market mainstay since it opened its doors in 2015. The offbeat vegan restaurant has something for everyone, with dishes ranging from greasy pub grub to ice cream."
"Last on this list, but certainly not least – we have Cosmic Treats!. If you’re exploring Kensington Market and want a sweet treat, you should check it out. This shop is actually a completely vegan eatery and dessert bar."
"Bakerbots Baking happens to be one of the best bake shops around. Just check out their pies if you want extra proof. They claim to have invented the ice cream sandwich – a bold move, yes, but we're here for it – which means you can't come here without trying one, and getting to eat two of their cookies in the process."
"A corner café on Bloor West, Artegelato + Caffe has built its reputation on authentic gelato. Made with all natural ingredients, every scoop of gelato is made with care and skill. Arte also sells panini and thin-crust pizza."
"The mood at the Mill Street Brew Pub is set long before you enter: it’s in Toronto’s Distillery District, a pedestrian-only historic site of Victorian industrial buildings from a former distillery. The warehouse-chic aesthetic continues inside the bar, which has lofted ceilings, brick walls, and warm wood. The space, which is adjacent to the brewery itself, is often bustling, especially in summer when the outdoor patio is in full swing."
"What is it: The cider-obsessed now have a hub to call their own. Run by one of the most popular cider makers in the city, the new facility gives Brickworks the opportunity to experiment with unexpected flavors and techniques, like dry hopping (for a beer-cider hybrid flavor) and aging in tequila barrels. Why go: One of the latest releases is a pink cider made with raspberry and blueberry juice: our new favorite way to rosé all day."