The epitome of la-di-da, Holt Renfrew is a glittering temple for high-end attire and pampering products. The Canadian retail dynasty, which owns Brown Thomas in Dublin and...
50 Bloor Street WFor a memorable bout of bargain shopping, don't miss Honest Ed's. It is owned by Ed Mirvish, the 90-something proprietor and theatre impresario who brought London's Old Vic...
581 Bloor Street WWith 200 flavours of authentic Italian ice-cream in its repertoire, and about 50 on hand at any given time, this classic gelateria is the choice of local Italians. Though the...
1357 St Clair Avenue WHip Canadian design - in furniture, lighting, ceramic, glass, textile and accessories - is on display in this new showroom. The carefully curated collection is practical,...
867 Dundas Street WRenowned for its outdoor gear (tents, sleeping bags) and hiking wear (fleeces galore). A co-op (you must pay a small joining fee), it has a motivated staff and a family feel...
400 King Street WUptown society matrons send their nannies here for groceries, or pop by themselves for gourmet takeaways. It's a pricey one-stop for folk who value time over money, but the...
57 Yorkville AvenueA café, chocolate shop and epicurean temple rolled into one, this unique spot is the brainchild of a pastry chef and his designer wife. David Castellan and Cynthia Leung...
55 Mill StreetThe speciality here is good music, pure and simple. A former accountant and passionate listener, Greg Davis started this venture to promote new local talent and obscure classic...
572 College StreetTucked on the top floor of a luxe hotel, this cosy spa pampers like no other in town. Change into a fuzzy robe and kick back for treatments handled by skilled aestheticians...
18 St Thomas Street W