Food & Drink

A family approach to dishing up traditional Greek cuisine By Lindsay Newton Kalyvia restaurant, located at 420 Danforth Avenue, is a perfect example of the Greek family traditions that have made Danforth Avenue the centre for Greek culture in Toronto. Opened by the brothers Tsafatino, Mike and Peter, in 1990, the restaurant is named after...
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At Sher-E-Punjab, family, quality, and nutrition are the main ingredients for great food By Jeffrey Ross Husband and wife team Amar and Malkit Singh have turned home-cooked meals into a profitable family business. What began as (and nearly continued to be) a fish and chips shop ultimately became a popular Indian eatery in the heart of...
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The Marinuzzis feed their customers like family By Jennifer Kervin Walking into 7 Numbers at 307 Danforth Avenue is like walking into “what an Italian basement would’ve looked like in the ’50s, ’60s, or ’70s,” says owner Vito Marinuzzi. “We try and make it like eating at someone’s house.” The Italian eatery’s vibe is cozy...
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Local Fermentations encourages wine lovers to bottle their own during economic hard times. By Jenna Williams Small Place, Big Taste At the Danforth shop Fermentations, wine connoisseurs and up-and-comers can find and create something that is just right for them. The experience is fast, fun, and easy; satisfaction is guaranteed. Visitors can make anything from beer to...
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Five fabulous finds to satisfy your sugar cravings By Bonita Mok The late winter months can be a bit of a downer. We dream of the sun and warmer weather, but are often greeted with grey skies and yet another heaping pile of snow. It's times like these when we could all use a little boost...
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