A few months ago, Eden made the decision to head back to school. I knew that once it started, he would be extremely busy with attending classes, studying after hours as well additional homework on weekends, and so prior to that, I suggested that we go on a date every weekend up until school started. I began to research different activities that we could do in and out of Toronto. While there were many different events happening in and out of the city, I was looking for something different – something that was easily accessible via public transit, something that wasn’t too crowded and something that we’ve both never done before. We came up with…
I’ve decided to start a new series on my blog where I share with everyone my top picks of restaurants or activities in Toronto for those that may not be living in the city. As you can probably tell from the title of this post, I want to share with everyone my top 5 go-to restaurants I crave for most weekend mornings for the past year (in no particular order): 1. The Green Wood If you’re ever in the Leslieville area and want a simple and hearty brunch – this is your spot. We discovered The Green Wood at the end of last year and we’ve been loyal customers ever since. This cashless restaurant produces…
I’ve been living in the Greater Toronto Area for the majority of my life and have spent the past 6 years specifically in the downtown Toronto core after getting a job here back in 2013. I love spending my time after work & on weekends roaming around the many different neighbourhoods that Toronto has to offer. I would say I’m pretty familiar with the neighbourhoods in and around the city & generally have a pretty good idea of what are offered in these neighbourhoods. However, it wasn’t until recently, when I joined Local Toronto Food Tours for their Kensington Market & Chinatown Food Tour, that I gained a deeper understanding and appreciation of these 2…
Hello! It’s been a while since my last recipe but I’m back in the kitchen again and today I’m going to share an easy 5 ingredient chicken feta pasta recipe by www.wellplated.com that I can’t wait for you guys to try yourselves! Feta isn’t often my 1st choice of cheese to use on a pasta but after attending a FETA PDO event recently, I felt like it was important for me to share what I’ve learned from the tasting. This event inspired me to use some of the feta PDO cheese that I found inside our goodie bag, and I’ve written more about feta and the event below. ALSO READ – Greek Lemon Chicken Recipe…
Don’t worry brides-to-be! In case you missed the 2019 Bridal Brunch that happened last Sunday April 7th, I’ve got you covered! In this blog post, you will find a recap of the event and a list of different vendors that were present at the Toronto Bridal Brunch from caterers, wedding cakes, florists, photo booths; you name it! Special thanks to Sandi from Foodaholic Blog for bringing me along to the event because she knows how much I adore brunch for any occasion! The Event On Sunday April 7th, Toronto Bridal Brunch gathered the city’s best Wedding vendors at the Globe and Mail Centre for a luxurious bridal show and brunch celebration! Brides to be and…
When I first came across the viral videos on Facebook & Instagram of a Japanese Chef in a red beret making epic omurices, I knew I had to visit him at Kichi Kichi in Kyoto. If you haven’t seen Chef Motokichi Yukimura cutting his infamous omlette yet, where have you been?! I’m kidding and you can definitely find these videos by looking up Kichi Kichi’s geotag on Instagram. I’m a keener when it comes to making reservations for vacation plans and for Kichi Kichi I set up a calendar reminder for 4 weeks from the day we were scheduled to arrive in Kyoto. 4 weeks is the earliest you can make reservations online in advance…
People always tell me they love Kyoto more than any other part of Japan. I didn’t think I would agree with them until I visited Kyoto myself and witnessed how culturally different Kyoto was from the rest of Japan, with a unique blend of modern and traditional elements. Just steps away from Gion Shijo train station, we found ourselves wandering around a quiet and historic area of Kyoto that was beautiful and tranquil. We had made reservations to AWOMB Gion Yasaka few months prior to our trip and to my surprise, the restaurant was located in the middle of this quiet neighbourhood. ALSO READ – Things to do in Japan AWOMB has several locations with…
Whether you’re reading this blog post and hearing about MariCar for the first time OR MariCar is already on your radar for your next trip to Tokyo, you’ve come to the right place! I included some tips that I wasn’t really able to find online prior to my experience. So without further ado, here are 10 things you should know before riding MariCar! Feel free to leave me any comments with questions or things you want to share with everyone as well 🙂 ALSO READ – Things to do in Japan (#1) Believe it or not, you’re actually driving go karts on real roads beside real cars! So this means you’ll need an international driver…
A couple of Saturdays ago, Eden and I were looking for brunch spots in the East End and randomly passed by YAYA. The restaurant looked busy from the outside but had enough space to accommodate the two of us so we walked right in to give it a try! Since our first visit, we’ve been back at Yaya’s a few times and this place has not disappointed us. Their brunch menu is extensive, the food is always consistent, service is very warm and friendly – it’s a very solid spot if you’re looking for a simple brunch. The best part about Yaya’s (at least for me), is they pride themselves using Ontario Farmers – this…
This post was done in collaboration with STK Toronto but gracelisamay.com remains unbiased in our content. – Located in the heart of Yorkville, STK has been around since 2016 and is known for their hip and lively backdrop with the menu of a modern steakhouse. The ambiance and decor is sleek and ultramodern, and despite having a chic lounge, STK doesn’t give up anything in terms of taste and fine dining experience. With locations in major cities in the US, Mexico and Europe, Canada’s only STK location is in Toronto. STK Toronto boasts a large spacious venue with two private rooms which are suitable not only for private parties but also for business meetings and corporate…
As I’m sitting at my desk drafting this post, I’ve realized in a blink of an eye, come September is my 5 years working downtown Toronto. Time seriously flies. One of the restaurants that I frequent after work in the downtown core is REDS Wine Tavern inside First Canadian Place (due to its convenient location). While I can totally rave about their lobster guacamole dip all day, I was totally caught off guard to see a brunch menu & full on bakery section happening inside REDS at Square One Shopping Mall. The best thing about this REDS inside Square One Shopping mall is that they have a mini “walk through” window for shoppers looking to pick…
Reflection 2018 has been one of most challenging yet rewarding year in terms of growth and personal development. I’ve learned a lot about what it means to develop “perspective” from taking a step back and learning to quietly observe situations with an open mind. I’ve learned to let go of things that are out of my control – both at work and relationships developed with peers, friends & loved ones. I’ve learned to dial back and take necessary means to put myself first (even when the moment doesn’t feel right). Some time during the year, I felt overwhelmed with different blogging deadlines and the perfectionist in me of course wanted to execute everything a certain…
There are endless amount of restaurants in Toronto serving up their take on brunch and I’ve made it my mission to to slowly hit them up (lol this will probably take me years) But seriously, I love brunch! For some reason, when I incorporate brunch into my weekend schedule, the rest of my day turns out to be really productive – I hit the gym, I end up moving my whole work station to a coffee shop and grind away for the rest of the day. Anyways, last Saturday morning I had one of those productive days and that started off with brunch at Brassaii. Located in the heart of King West, Brassaii is a…
I love fall – It’s by far one of my favourite seasons. I love walking out the door and knowing that the air is cold & crisp. It’s actually my favourite time of the year to go shopping as well because Zara comes up with THE best fall collection and I always pair it with something from Uniqlo to keep warm. My grey top is from Uniqlo – a half turtle neck. As per usual, when I love something, I must buy it in almost every colour, so yes, I do have this half turtle neck top in more than 1 colour. My reversible teddy coat is my favourite purchase of the season. Best thing…
