When cupcakes build community
How two sisters in Scarborough are fostering community, one custom creation at a time.
Board Games in, Smartphones out
Board game cafés are a way for humans to connect one on one, without the need for technology.
Riverside’s Hidden Hero Runs a Coffee Shop
How an “accident” turned into the neighborhood’s best-kept secret
Coffee and Clothing: A Community’s Hub Amid Gentrification
Korea had been somewhat of a lonely trip. Zoe Sylvester and his girlfriend, Gabby Ondrade found it hard to blend into the culture on their teaching voyage in 2018. Coming from Winnipeg, Ont., the couple didn’t know the national language, so the language barrier made it hard to interact with the locals and gracefully submerge into the culture.
A grocery store, a piece of India
Food that serves as reminder of home, and brings a sense of community in the Don Valley Village
Makerspace or cafe? Yes.
The Maker Bean Cafe offers more than just coffee. It’s a place meant for makers of all levels to come and learn and use 3D printers, laser cutters and more.
Bread & Salt Afghan Cuisine
Restaurant co-owners and best friends Omar and Mohamed are continually curating their menu to reflect Toronto’s diverse food scene – from vegatarian to Hallal.
On tap: Craft beer and hip cuisine for the modern village
Liberty Commons at Big Rock Brewery serves up bold flavours in their craft brews and modern cuisine.
Johnny’s Still Got It
Johnny’s Hamburgers has been serving customers in the Henry Farm area since 1967.
All in the Family
St. James Town Steak and Chops has been open since 1971–but what does it take to run an independent business in an increasingly gentrified area?