After scurrying through the colourful China Town streets, R&D’s sleek black sign on a normal looking building seems so out of place. There’s no large sign out front packed with too much information or walls covered...

Spice Lounge and Tapas was bustling on my Saturday visit. In the corner, Spanish music was strummed live on a guitar; although enjoyable the volume could be turned down a pitch to allow easier conversations. After all,...

It was my friend who described Joso’s dining area the best, “It’s is like Nonna’s house gone 18 plus!” At first, without focusing on details, every wall and ledge seems to display some sort of picture or figurine; much like...

Pastizza can hold its own amongst the array of Italian restaurants in the city, as not a dish disappointed that evening. Of course, sipping through glasses of vino helps and since the owners also run a Californian...

Location: Toronto, Canada Address: 478 King Street WestWebsite: www.patriatoronto.comType of Meal: Dinner Patria is hidden away amongst a condo building making the environment eerily calm. Look for a...

Location: Toronto, CanadaType of Meal: Dinner Address: 922 Queen Street West Having visited Barcelona last year, I’ve been experiencing pangs of withdrawal for their delicious and fresh small plates.  Undeniably,...

Location: Toronto, CanadaAddress: 1552 Avenue RoadType of Meal: Dinner When an Italian friend recommends an Italian restaurant, you know it has to be decent. Located on Avenue Road directly across from the luxury grocery...