Tony finds that there’s more to Toronto than what meets the eye. From nose-to-tail cuisine to authentic dim sum, Toronto has one of the most diverse food scenes in the world, and Tony attempts to see as much ...
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Good Egg
Good Egg is a shop dedicated to those who like to eat and want to find unique items to use in the kitchen – from rare cookbooks to teas imported from Russia.
267 Augusta Ave
Toronto, ON M5T 2M2, Canada
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Hits And Misses
Tony heads to Hits & Misses in search of some old records and walks away with a few vinyl gems. The windows are plastered with old punk rock records and patches, and inside there is a massive selection of 7" records -- and even more 12" records.
799 Queen Westa
Toronto, ON M6J 1G1, Canada
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Horseshoe Tavern
Since 1947, this much-loved honky-tonk has played a crucial role in Toronto's music community. The Stones had a secret gig here in 1997, and the likes of Los Lobos, Wilco, and local heroes Blue Rodeo have also graced its stage.
370 Queen St West
Toronto, ON M5V 2A2, Canada
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House of Poutine
Poutine may be the quintessential Canadian food, a flavorful link that unites the solitudes of French and English Canada. This is the band F***ed Up’s go-to for late night grub, and they recommend ordering the classic with bacon on top.
1112 Queen St West
Toronto, ON M6J 1H9, Canada
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Owl Of Minerva
The Owl of Minerva is the perfect place to go for those who seek cheap and delicious Korean comfort food. Head to the one in the heart of Koreatown for all your late-night munchie needs.
5324 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M2N 2N1, Canada
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Porchetta & Co.
Tony meets up with Scott Vivan at Porchetta and Co. in Little Italy. They enjoy fantastic handcrafted porchetta sandwiches while discussing the world’s perception of Toronto.
825 Dundas St West
Toronto, ON M6J 1V4, Canada
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Renaissance Toronto Downtown Hotel
This hotel has a view of the Toronto baseball stadium and is a great place to watch the Blue Jays and the CFL team, the Toronto Argonauts.
1 Blue Jays Way
Toronto, ON M5V 1J4, Canada
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The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto
This luxury property delivers on the brand's reputation for attentive service and excellent amenities. A sleek and slender tower, it’s located smack dab in the middle of the entertainment district and across the road from Roy Thomson Hall.
Wellington St West
Toronto, ON M5V3G7, Canada
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