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1. Rose Cafe
Toronto, ON M4M 2G9
(416) 406-9906
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
Rose cafe is a teeny Vietnamese Cafe on Broadview (in the *other* Chinatown) That has the best Bánh mì in the city. In university, we used to refer to these as "Saigon Buns." Back then, on Spadina you could get them for a $1 a piece, and many a…More »
2. Hair Sculpture and Spa
Toronto, ON M4W 2H2
(416) 960-8686
I have two co-workers that have perfect eyebrows. Enviable eyebrows really. Finally I demanded their secret, and not surprisingly they had the same answer. They both visit this unassuming small salon on Yonge for threading. (It is close to the…More »
3. Barrie Hill Farms
I like to make Jam and Pickles. I really do, so berry picking is something I look forward to doing every year. Barrie Hill Farms is my favorite place to do it.
This farm is massive and has pick your own fields of strawberries, raspberries,…More »
4. TIFF Bell Lightbox
Toronto, ON M5V 3X5
(416) 599-8433
Category:
Cinema
Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Downtown Core
Recently Opened, the TIFF Bell Lightbox is a five story complex (with condos attached) in the entertainment district on King. Built to be the "official home" of the Toronto International Film Festival and a multi-use arts space, the building also…More »
5. Bridgepoint Health
Toronto, ON M4M 2B5
(416) 461-8251
Categories:
Medical Clinics,
Hospitals
Neighbourhood: Riverdale
Bridgepoint is the best medical clinic I have ever visited. The staff is so friendly and relaxed and they make you feel so comfortable.
They are honest with you about wait times, allow you to book over the phone and try to see you within 24-48 hours…More »
6. Killbear Provincial Park
Killbear is the best of the provincial parks, especially for camping.
Just outside of Parry Sound Ontario, on the Georgian Bay peninsula, Killbear offers 1,756 ha of nature lover's paradise.
With eight different campsites to choose from, there is a…More »
7. Zelcovia Cookie
Just had a box of these sent to our office.
Amazing. Best Cookie gram ever. May just forgive the team that sent them to us. Oatmeal Raisin and Chocolate Chip were my favorite. (I sampled them all)
Looking on their site they have Gluten Free as well.…More »
8. Modern Lovers Hair Shop
Toronto, ON M5T
(416) 931-6449
Category:
Hair Salons
Neighbourhood: Kensington Market
For Years and Years My hair and I have been having this ongoing struggle. It wants to grow long and be full and flowing but It can't. Its thin, and wavy and yet I still dream. Oh, and it looks awful long. Every once in a while I have to bite the…More »
9. B & N Beauty Nail
Toronto, ON M4Y 2G3
(647) 435-4176
Category:
Beauty and Spas
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Favorite Salon!
They speak English, Mandarin and Vietnamese (Says my Taiwanese girlfriend I brought along last time). But unlike Elaine (*Seinfeld joke*), I got no real goodies from the trip - other than a great mani and pedi.
Its cheap, really cheap.…More »
10. The Morpheus Clinic For Hypnosis
Toronto, ON M5G 1H1
(416) 556-4068
Category:
Councelling & Mental Health
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
I have been seeing UJ Ramdas at Morpheus for a couple of months now. This was my first time really giving hypnotherapy a go, but I was willing to try. I was actually surprised that he was able to help me. I had heard of hypnotherapy being used for…More »
11. Dr Jennifer Yu-Lopez, Dentist
Scarborough, ON M1W 2S8
(416) 494-2456
Category:
General Dentistry
Neighbourhood: Scarborough
This is my dentist. Rating dentists is a little more complicated than rating restaurants. Either way, I have had four dentists in my life, and this office is my favourite out of the four. Staff is very friendly and accommodating, I always feel like…More »
12. Aden Camera
Photography has been a hobby of mine for many years, and I took Photography and later Digital Photography at Ryerson. Constantly needing supply and things developed, my classmates and I would head to the Aden on Yonge St.
A couple years have gone by…More »
13. William Ashley Warehouse Sale
Toronto, ON M3A 1A3
(416) 515-7253
Categories:
Outlet Stores,
Kitchen & Bath,
Home Decor
Every Year in late November, Early December William Ashley holds a gigantic warehouse sale. Keeping in mind that William Ashley wares are tres-expensive to begin with, the heavily discounted prices are still above Kitchen Stuff Plus etc, but you can…More »
14. Cha Cha Cha Italian Restaurant
Full disclaimer - we went to Cha Cha Cha for my father's birthday, and we chose the location because he is friends with the owner. Not being from Barrie, I had no idea to what to expect. When we arrived, my SO and I were delightfully surprised.
Cha…More »
15. Red Paw Data Services
Toronto, ON M5R 1A3
(416) 928-6903
Category:
Health and Medical
Neighbourhood: Yorkville
I visited Red Paw to have some nutritional deficiency testing done. I was having some health issues, and a friend of mine who is a nurse at a Toronto hospital directed me to Red Paw. Although MDs do send patients there, a referral is not needed, as…More »
16. David's Bridal
Toronto, ON M1L 3K7
(416) 751-8775
Category:
Bridal
Neighbourhood: Scarborough
I am prompted to write an update reading D.D's experience.
Kelly, the consultant at one of the two locations was the best part about the overall experience. We had endless issues with David's Bridal.
They really are the most disorganized and…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/5/2011 First to Review
Attention Brides! No need to go cross border anymore. David's Bridal, the ultimate bridal boutique… Read more »
17. Nella Cucina
Toronto, ON M5R 3G3
(416) 922-9055
Category:
Cooking Schools
Neighbourhoods: The Annex, Seaton Village
I work for Food Network, and we filmed a couple of videos at Nella for web exclusives. I was acting as "star" for these so I had alot of time to browse while the producer and video people set up and made decisions.
Nella is awesome. They sell…More »
18. Urban Nirvana Thai Massage
I recently purchased a couples Thai massage from Living Social to redeem at Urban Nirvana. Having lived in Thailand, I have had a million Thai massages, and was missing the experience.
Thai Massage is more "active" than other kinds off massage, and…More »
19. Barrie Farmers' Market
I was staying with some friends and they suggested a Saturday morning trip to the Barrie Farmer's market. I was pleasantly surprised with the size and the variety of offerings.
Bests: Gigantic Jars of honey for $9, Braided Garlic (14 Organic Cloves…More »
20. Health With Care
Although I am certain the review below is spam, I can honestly say this is a very modern, very comfortable clinic. I have visited both the walk-in and had a repeat visit with a specialist at the clinic across the plaza.
The doctors are good, the…More »
21. Bamboo Garden Health Centre
Toronto, ON M5T 1G6
(647) 349-6390
Category:
Massage
Neighbourhoods: Chinatown, Downtown Core
Rainy Sunday, the SO and I are bored and restless, and are looking for some adventure. With tired feet from a busy week of work, and a "No Reservations: China" episode on the brain, we decide to do what any fun-loving urban couple would do in this…More »
22. Henry's School of Imaging
Toronto, ON M5C 1R8
(416) 368-8363
Categories:
Education,
Hobby Shops,
Photography Stores & Services
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
Henry's usually offers one free class with any camera purchase. Their school is located in the store at Queen and Church, with a classroom on the main floor and several upstairs.
They cover a broad range of topics, from Camera basics to studio…More »
23. The Bagel Stop
Toronto, ON M4W 3G7
(416) 413-0888
Category:
Bagels
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Well, I just finished a "Veggie" Bagel with light garden vegetable cream cheese from Bagel Stop, and as the tomato-alfalfa sprout-cucumber clump affixed itself to cream cheese glob and slid off of the lettuce onto the desk in front of me, I…More »
24. Totto Spa & Salon
Toronto, ON M4E 1G5
(416) 691-9116
Categories:
Day Spas,
Massage,
Hair Salons
Neighbourhood: The Beach
Had my hair done here for a wedding. The staff was all very friendly. I liked my do, but I was not blown away. Nice place though, worth giving them a try.
25. Wazema Ethiopian Restaurant
Welcome to the world of unbelievable inconsistency in dining experiences. my first visit was on a very busy Friday evening and it was fantastic, last night on a not-as-busy weeknight, our experience was very different. On the Friday, the owner was…More »
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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10/22/2010 First to Review
Wazema has just stolen my heart, and taken its place as my favorite Ethiopian restaurant, an event… Read more »
26. French Connection Canada
Toronto, ON M4W 1A3
(416) 925-9020
Categories:
Accessories,
Women's Clothing,
Men's Clothing
Neighbourhoods: Yorkville, Downtown Core
I LOVE FCUK. It is my favorite place to buy dresses. This location however is horrible.
The salespeople here are ridiculously snobbish, and holier-than-thou. I generally say hello when I enter a store. On my last visit, the girl didn't even look at…More »
27. Sogong-Dong Tofu House
100th review!
in honour of the Jennifer M Centennial review, I decided to review something close to my heart, tofu. I was really hoping for something special here, especially since its First Markham.
Me, fresh from Hot Yoga, with SO and friend…More »
28. GoodLife Fitness Club
Toronto, ON M4W 3S5
(416) 922-1262
Category:
Gyms
Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core
Thankfully (!!) Someone has stepped in and made big improvements to this club. The entire club has been painted, and the change room leaks are now fixed. They have not replaced the carpet which is a little gross but otherwise, thankful.
2 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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12/1/2010
While the teachers here are still fantastic, and the location is great for me.. unfortunately, there… Read more »
29. Reliance Home Services
North York, ON M9N 2R1
(416) 766-3060
Worst Customer Service EVER.
"We love hearing from our customers. You help us make our products and services even better. So don't hesitate to pick up the phone or send us an email. You can reach us live 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a…More »
30. Velotique
On the hunt for bicycle accessories (mainly clipless pedals and shoes) I originally overlooked this shop in my neighborhood thinking I could get a better deal at say, MEC or something across town.
Decided to stop in and see what kind of selection…More »
31. Spirit Loft Yoga
It seems as if Spirit Loft yoga has recently hit the Passport to Prana site, which I where I saw them in the first place. This large industrial style loft complex on Carlaw is now home to two brand new yoga studios. Being right across from my house,…More »
32. Paws & Claws
Toronto, ON M4M 1Z4
(416) 479-8910
Category:
Pet Stores
Neighbourhood: Leslieville
In G-Square Mall! Taking over the space formally occupied by Jumbo Video, Paws & Claws is Riverdale's newest pet store. A good option if you don't want the boutique goods / prices of the Queen st E shops. Being such a large space they have excellent…More »
33. Ritz Caribbean Foods
Just discovered that Ritz has opened a location on Yonge just south of Bloor.
Went in today and it was PACKED. I ordered a Roti with a side scoop of Chana which I could barely eat half of. So delicious! The 4 stars is due to the lunch special $4.99…More »
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Toronto, ON
Yelping SinceJuly 2010
Things I Lovefood network canada, travel, yoga, whitespace, bicycles, interweb
Find Me InToronto, Markham
My HometownToronto
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...I am bike riding, designing, cooking, blogging
The Last Great Book I ReadHaruki Murakami, Norwegian Wood
My First ConcertMJ no lie.
My Favourite MovieBaraka, Up, Beetlejuice