In Red-carpet Toronto: dulgence
Toronto – a hip and happening destination that oozes style and sophistication
host city: “I’ve barely missed a festival for the past ten years, so that should tell you how I feel about it.” Te festival, or TIFF as film fans know it, sets many films on the road to Oscar and other glories and helped establish Toronto as one of North America’s truly cosmopolitan destinations. From an evolving restaurant scene to a cultural renaissance that extends beyond the September festival buzz, the city offers year-round opportunity to indulge in the finer aspects of urban life. Some of the world’s most prestigious hotel
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brands have opened new signature properties in downtown Toronto. Whatever your request or preference - penthouse suites, living-room- like lobbies or stately afternoon tea - you can get it at four and five star accommodations, right near the heart of the Financial District or in the chic Yorkville. Pampering is a priority at these hotels - many hotel spas range from Scandinavian flair to more exotic
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alking the red carpet at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival, Colin Firth paused for a word about the
Hamman styles with the decor to match. Tough many hotel restaurants in Toronto
have become destinations in their own right helmed by international star chefs, you’ll find special dining experiences across the metropolis, whether it’s for business or pleasure. Toronto’s fine dining scene has evolved from stuffy and white linens to edgier designs without losing the taste for a sophisticated palate. Te Black Hoof has become well known for its nose to tail cuisine and charcuterie amongst its chalkboard walls. It’s become so popular that they’ve opened up a few outposts since, including the refined Cocktail Bar across the street, known for its speakeasy cocktails and Manhattans. Edulis, which has been lauded by famous restaurant critic Ruth Reichl, has the feel of a European bistro with a passion for the forests and farms of Ontario. Teir menu changes daily but for a fixed price, you can leave the fate of your meal in their hands. Even the more formal dining rooms have a modern edge and menu to match. Nota Bene never fails to impress with dishes like fresh Nova Scotia lobster salad, rabbit soffritto pappardelle
pasta and standard mains like Côete de Boeuf. One of the newest on the scene is Te Chase, comprising both a Fish and Oyster Bar and the more formal upstairs dining offering dishes such as a whole roasted chicken stuffed with foie gras,
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