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The Fall/Travel Issue

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Charlie's Burgers

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A spread of small plates at Lisbon Hotel
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A red cocktail and a bottle of Deanston Virgin Oak

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Riesling sips and tips from Nabilah Rawji
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A juicy burger with melted cheese and pickles

The best burgers in Toronto, ranked
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The 14 best doughnuts in Toronto
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8 show-stopping rosé cocktail recipes
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Get Feast On the Farm tickets now
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The best Toronto Michelin Guide restaurants
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Score big at these sports bars in Toronto
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Mena Massoud talks Toronto food
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18 hot new restaurants in TO that just opened
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Sustainable cocktail recipes from Evelyn Chick
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Pasta 101 with Ruben Rapetti
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15 bars with live music in Toronto
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The best bottomless mimosa deals in Toronto
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The Drake's most iconic dishes
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Win tickets to T.O. Food and Drink Fest
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Evelyn Chick's cocktail mastery dazzles at Simpl Things
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The best buck-a-shuck and oyster deals in Toronto
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19 hotspots offering cheap eats in Toronto
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17 hot new Toronto restaurants and bars to try
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19 of the best brunch spots in Toronto
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Win a one-night stay for two at the swanky Bisha Hotel Toronto
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The best pizza in Toronto
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In the Kitchen with Foodism: Back to Basics episode two
Rice with an egg and small side dishes
A veal shawarma with beets and creamy sauce
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A bottle of Martini Fiero with two orange cocktails on a table
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