Christine Peddie

1 week ago | blogto.com | Christine Peddie

Mustard yellow, with a smiley-faced logo, menu of sliders, tots and budget drinks, Little Italy's most anticipated arrival is poised to delight both ardent fans and waves of Toronto newcomers. Set to breathe life into the sizeable location recently vacated by All Star Wings & Ribs, Pennies Bar is bringing its cheap-and-cheerful brand of hospitality to a new area of town. "It's always been the plan to open up a second location," says owner James Bateman.

1 week ago | blogto.com | Christine Peddie

Saucier, spicier, with a discernible perfume of wood smoke, a new kind of eye candy will soon be drawing fans to the furthest reaches of King West. Lured by an all-day menu peppered with sticky, smoky, barbecued bites, they'll descend on the corner of King and Spadina for something new from an iconic local spot. Opening this summer, The Carbon Snack Bar is set to revitalize the heritage space at 460 King Street West, last occupied by Quantum Coffee.

1 week ago | tastetoronto.com | Christine Peddie

Whatever your motivation—religious furor, actual hunger or an insatiable craving for spring’s nascent flavours—Easter weekend is a fine time to seize the season and venture headfirst into an indulgent, multi-course feast with family and friends. True, there are mere days left to plan and the options are scarcer than they once were. Get your act together, though, and you can still plan an Easter outing that will satisfy.

2 weeks ago | blogto.com | Christine Peddie

From frustration to a crushing sense of impotence, tariff fatigue can take many forms. The best medicine? The soothing balm of a Canadian-focused meal offered at a budget-friendly price. A delicious reaction to the inanity of tariff-centred grandstanding, Patois' Shebang For Your Buck trays highlight locally-sourced Canadian products morphed into soul-food favourites. "This campaign is our opportunity to show up and show out for our Canadian community," says Patois chef and owner Craig Wong.

1 month ago | allergicliving.com | Christine Peddie

Allergic Living’s 2025 Allergy-friendly Candy Guide will help you ensure that everyone can safely celebrate Easter or Passover. Brimming with yummy chocolates and brightly colored candies, the guide offers all the tasty tidbits you need for a delectably sweet season. Note: All items and ingredients have been fact-checked with manufacturers. But always read labels to make sure ingredients haven’t changed. Secure a YumEarth Easter Organic Variety Box and have treats galore.