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Alexandra "Newser and Schmoozer" K.'s Profile

Toronto: Beyond the Maple Leaf

Next to New York and Tel Aviv, Toronto is one of my favorite cities that I've been visiting for years. Here are a few of my favorite places . . .

1. The Bata Shoe Museum

327 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M5S 1W7
Canada
(416) 979-7799

Category: Museums

Neighbourhoods: University of Toronto, Downtown Core

12/10/2008

I am woman hear me roar. But not really. I love shoes, and have several pair, but I simply did not have the same attachment with this museum that I have, say, with my stilettos. I read about it on the Internet and it seemed worthwhile. I've been…More »

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2. Michelle's Brasserie - CLOSED

162 Cumberland Street
Toronto, ON M5R 3N5
Canada
(416) 944-1504

Category: French

Neighbourhood: Yorkville

12/10/2008

After a 4-hour train ride from Windsor, this was the perfect little spot to unwind with a cup of French Onion Soup, a burger (from the days when I ate meat), and an ice-cold Diet Coke. The waitstaff was helpful, the decor and ambiance delightful, and…More »

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3. The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto

1 Harbour Square
Toronto, ON M5J 1A6
Canada
(416) 869-1600

Category: Hotels

Neighbourhood: Harbourfront

12/4/2008

When I travel to Toronto, I either stay here or at the Park Hyatt. The WHC is a nice hotel and it really suits most budgets. The restaurant is OK, but I highly recommend walking around Toronto and finding a unique place to dine. It's convenient that…More »

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4. Fressen Restaurant

478 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M5V 2B2
Canada
(416) 504-5127

Categories: Vegan, Vegetarian

Neighbourhoods: Alexandra Park, Queen Street West

12/4/2008

I just discovered Yelp Canada and I am so thrilled because I've been dying to Yelp about Fressen for two years. No, I'm being serious. Friends and I dined here before Second City and really enjoyed everything about it. Great list of cocktails,…More »

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5. Eggspectation

220 Yonge St
Toronto, ON M5B 2H1
Canada
(416) 977-3380

Categories: Canadian (New), Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

12/4/2008

I'm not a big egg person, but Eggspectation was the perfect place to refuel after a long day of shopping at the Eaton Centre. There was a wide selection of meals, many without egg. Also, the owner was SO nice! He came and talked with my friends and…More »

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6. Toni Bulloni

156 Cumberland Street
Toronto, ON M5R 1A8
Canada
(416) 967-7676

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Yorkville

12/10/2008 First to Review

I ventured to Toni Bulloni after the concierge at our hotel, the Park Hyatt, recommended it as good food with no surprises. Cozy in an understatement for the tiny establishment. We sat in close proximity to this adorable elderly Jamaican man and did…More »

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7. Over Easy

208 Bloor Street West
Toronto, ON M5S 3B4
Canada
(416) 922-2345

Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Neighbourhoods: The Annex, University of Toronto, Downtown Core

12/10/2008

This is the Monk's Coffee House of Toronto. It has a great selection of breakfast fare and they're very accommodating. My mother actually enjoyed the breakfast served here as opposed to the breakfast offered at our hotel, the Park Hyatt. It's in…More »

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8. Park Hyatt Toronto

4 Ave Rd
Toronto, ON M5R 2E8
Canada
(416) 925-1234

Category: Hotels

Neighbourhoods: The Annex, Discovery District, University of Toronto, Downtown Core

12/4/2008

This hotel is all things glamor. The restaurant is wonderful, the spa is wonderful, and the rooms are wonderful. I stayed there a few years ago for a week and was treated by my mother to a spa pedicure and it was heavenly. They have a wonderful spa…More »

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9. The Second City Mainstage Theatre

51 Mercer Street
Toronto, ON M5V 9G9
Canada
(416) 343-0011

Category: Comedy Clubs

Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Downtown Core

12/4/2008

Great entertainment, helpful staff, delicious cocktails, and inexpensive. Second City is a must when in Toronto.

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10. Eat My Martini

648 College St
Toronto, ON M6G 1B8
Canada
(416) 516-2549

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Bickford Park

12/4/2008

$5 martini happy hour on Thursdays? What's not to love. 80 different types of martinis? Oh, delightful. They have a great selection of martinis and appetizers, give this Little Italy spot a try and you will not regret it.

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