Hunter Gutman

Hunter Gutman

Staff Writer and Digital Coordinator

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The best breakfast sandwiches in Toronto worth getting out of bed for

The city is seeing a boom in tasty morning sammies. From house-made hot sauce to fresh biscuits and more melted cheese than we could ever ask for, these breakfast sandwiches are sure to start your morning right.

Civil Liberties' stunning new art-deco cocktail bar is a world of whimsy

From the team behind Civil Liberties, Toronto's famed bar, the new Civil Works is like Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory for cocktail enthusiasts, led by the fearlessness and creativity of bar manager Élise Hanson.

Get lost in the magic of Neverland, a bar, bookstore and café on Queen West

Formerly Peter Pantry, the space beside Peter Pan Bistro has reopened as a "modern library where you can drink," enjoy small plates and more.

I'll return to Gia over and over again to try this one standout dish

The plant-forward Italian restaurant on Dundas West has once again landed on Toronto's Michelin Guide. I sample the menu and let Gia's forward-thinking approach to conscious eating blow me away.

This day-to-night Financial District café is a casual jungle-chic oasis

11:59 Bar:Café is as hidden as a speakeasy, and caters to the lunch and after-work crowd with shareable bites and an impressively inventive cocktail menu.

Sobr Market is a curated wonderland of better non-alcoholic drinks

Tucked away on Richmond Street West, Canada's largest booze-free bottle shop blew us away with its sprawling selection of non-alcoholic drinks. It's the first of its kind in the city.

Wine is a way of life in Vienna, Austria

Beyond the echoes of its history, there's no better way to discover Vienna’s essence than through the wine produced in this central European gem.

What is tofu made of? We find out all about the plant-based protein

There are a lot of misconceptions around tofu and what it's made of. We dispel the myths with Braden Chong, head chef at the Michelin-recognized Mimi Chinese and partner at Sunnys Chinese.

Rol San's iconic all-day dim sum is rooted in nostalgia

Rol San has been one of the best Toronto dim sum destinations for 30 years. Now, in a new location and with new but familiar leadership, it’s ready for the next generation of dim sum fans.

The 26 best vegan restaurants in Toronto for 2024, ranked

From Ethiopian eats to comforting Italian classics, Toronto's top vegan restaurants run the gamut. Whether you're craving a vegan burger, stat, or planning date night, these spots have got you covered.

This tour drives you out of Toronto to a maple syrup farm

Rural Route Tour Co. introduces city-dwellers to rural Ontario's small-batch producers. We go on the Taste of Maple tour to Elliott Tree Farm and GoodLot Farmstead Brewing for maple syrup and beer.

I had one of the best meals of my life at La Bartola, and everything was vegan

The restaurant's story is one of family, pulling yourself up by your bootstraps and believing in your dreams. Today, La Bartola is on the Michelin Guide and it's the best vegan restaurant in Toronto.

Bar Avelo's menu is a playground of plant-based alchemy

Climb the floral staircase above fine-dining restaurant, Avelo to discover plant-based speakeasy Bar Avelo, where the exceptional vegan à la carte menu is only outshone only by its impressive cocktail list.

The new Le Tigre is home to frosty martinis and plenty of pink

From the team behind Cry Baby Gallery, new cocktail bar Le Tigre charms with clever tweaks on the classics and cheeky pop culture references.

Serena Ryder on sobriety, and her favourite iconic Toronto spots

We chat with Juno-award-winning singer-songwriter Serena Ryder to learn about her partnership with Libra non-alcoholic craft beer, her favourite spots to grab a bite in Toronto and her new single.

The Kimpton Saint George hotel in Toronto has teamed up with the city's top food tour

I stay overnight to experience the new Kimpton hotel x Culinary Adventure Tours Co. package, and rediscover delicious delights on a Toronto food tour of Kensington Market and Chinatown.

Tsuchi Cafe is a tranquil hideaway with a star chef who's changing the game

I sink my teeth into exceptional, Japanese-inspired pastries with fine-tuned flavours at Tsuchi Cafe, Toronto's only vegan Japanese café.

The new Nature's Emporium is like Disneyland for health-conscious adults

Nature’s Emporium’s new downtown spot at York and Harbour is ripe with organic groceries and beauty products, a wellness bar with custom smoothie bowls and more.

I try NotCo's vegan eats that mimic meat down to the molecule

Chile-based company, NotCo has taken a tech-forward approach by using AI to create vegan eats that rival their animal counterparts.

Mission Point resort on Mackinac Island is an under-the-radar culinary destination

Four stellar eateries serve fresh farm-to-ferry meals at Mission Point resort. Once you've enjoyed your fill, reset at some of Mackinac Island's finest amenities.