Hunter Gutman

Hunter Gutman

Junior Staff Writer and Social Media Coordinator

Hunter Gutman's articles

Offworld bar's mind-boggling, spectacular cocktails are an interstellar joy-ride

Offworld bar on Queen West carts out tasty snacks, over-the-top tipples and has excellent vegan options. Stop by for a casual visit or a sci-fi event and get lost amongst the stars.

Months later, we're still obsessed with Kilne's Ultimate Knife Set

Comprising of luxurious acacia blocks and four razor-sharp cooking knives, Kilne's Ultimate Knife Set has quickly become the backbone of my kitchen.

Evelyn Chick's cocktail mastery dazzles at Simpl Things

At Parkdale's Simpl Things, discover craft cocktails, wine, beer and two different kitchen concepts dishing out delightful bites — Italian by day, Taiwanese-inspired by night.

Chotto Matte's lavish eight-course vegan menu is an epic Nikkei feast

The Japanese-Peruvian restaurant on Bay St. has crafted a vegan flavour journey that matches — or, in some cases, surpasses — its meat-based options.

Non-alcoholic beers, non-alcoholic wines and non-alcoholic spirits for Dry January

New year, new you. Whether you're cutting down on booze or looking to dip your toes into the 0 per cent ABV world, these great options are sure to hit the spot.

Plan your next romantic date night at Valerie in Hotel X

Valerie is the place to be for a raucous party — but on a quieter night, their new menu, ambitious cocktails and jaw-dropping view create an intimate atmosphere.

This is where to get Toronto's best desserts

Got a sweet tooth? Well, we've got the best dessert shops in Toronto for all your chocolate cravings, croissant fixes and more.

The Hazelton hotel: Luxury, privacy and heart

Chic rooms, lux spa, superb dining: The Hazelton has everything you would expect from a five-star hotel, but the staff are what make it extraordinary.

Casa Madera isn't your typical dinner-and-a-show

Start and end your night at Casa Madera, the swanky restaurant inside the 1 Hotel Toronto that's offering an imaginative, whimsical and luxurious dining experience.

Indulge in festive fun at Toronto's Christmas markets and pop-ups

Dash through the snow to these merry Toronto Christmas markets and boozy cocktail pop-ups. It's the most wonderful time of the year!

ONE Restaurant is serving some of the best vegan food in Toronto

The new plant-based menu doesn't try and replicate meat — it surpasses it, with exquisite flavours, textures and one reality-bending vegan sandwich.

We weren't ready for the "ish" at Curryish Tavern

Curryish Tavern is a modern Indian restaurant in West Queen West whose menu features traditional dishes fused with seasonal Canadian ingredients and contemporary cooking methods.

The buzz about honey: how it's made, honeycomb and more

Head beekeeper at the Fairmont Royal York hotel, Melanie Coates, breaks down honey: the luscious golden-brown sticky stuff we just can’t get enough of.

Does Kilne's new Everything Pan live up to the hype?

Kilne's new Everything Pan costs $130 and delivers major bang for your buck, with its superior non-stick and non-toxic cooking surface.

Roses Cocina's eclectic, show-stopping cocktail recipes

X marks the spot for inventive cocktails and contemporary Tex-Mex cuisine at the recently opened Roses Cocina in Toronto’s luxurious Hotel X.

Paradise Grapevine's new urban winery lets you sip straight from the source

Paradise Grapevine's lively new winery at Geary and Dufferin resembles a brewpub, complete with a wood-fire grill and wine bar.

Soluna's syrupy-smooth ambiance feels like a summer trip to Santorini

The new restaurant on Queen West whisks you away to the Mediterranean with dinner and a show.

The 17 best bars and restaurants in Yorkville for a ritzy night out

Modern luxury and exquisite hospitality is set to the backdrop of historic streets and Victorian-era mansions at Yorkville's best restaurants and bars.

Bag rare imports and specialty pantry items at Bottega Volo

From the family behind Bar Volo comes Bottega Volo, a warm and friendly bottle shop and speciality grocery offering exceptional concessions for Royal Cinema moviegoers.

Land Ho! We’re hooked on the oceanic eats at Toronto’s best seafood restaurants

From freshly shucked oysters to epic shellfish towers, mouth-watering coastal crustaceans await at Toronto’s best seafood restaurants.