February is a month where chocolate is a necessity, whether it’s for romance or the winter blues. Enjoy distinctive chocolates and truffles created by chocolatier David Castellan at his Soma Chocolate shop in the Distillery District. Using raw cocoa beans, Castellan creates chocolates with surprising combinations. Try the chocolate bars made with chilies, ginger and vanilla, milk chocolate with dried cherries, sultry bergamot truffles or luscious... Read More
Playing a round at the Charlotte Room Get your game on in TO at one of the pool halls in the city. Whether you are looking for something retro, upscale or low-key, there’s a place for you to get your eight ball moving. Andy Poolhall is a cozy club located in Little Italy is decorated in a 1960s theme soaked in psychedelic reds purple, turquoise, black and white with pleather chairs fashioned into trippy and bubbly shapes. The lounge also has row of... Read More
Skating under the arches. Photo by Ken Nickerson Toronto has over 50 outdoor artificial ice rinks so skating is a popular pastime in this city. The city does a great job of maintenance and you’ll find wonderful rinks in each neighborhood. Don’t worry if you’ve left your skates at home. All of the rinks have skate rentals. Skate at City Hall Toronto’s most famous rink is found at Nathan Phillips Square located alongside the New City Hall. The three solid... Read More