Adventures in Toronto: Sunset Grill

We were craving for some good breakfast foods, like eggs, ham, toasts, omelettes, and that good stuff. We went to the hotel information desk and asked for some recommendations for local diner places. The lady at the desk picked up an area map and drew some circles. She gave the names of two diner/breakfast restaurants. [...]

Adventures in Toronto: Sushi Island

One late evening, we ventured over to the Little Italy area of Toronto. We were in the mood for sushi and was looking for Sushi Island, located at 571 College St. It was pretty late in the evening and they had stopped offering their All you can eat special (which starts from about $14). Therefore, [...]

Adventures in Toronto: Johnny Banana

This cutesy logo caught my attention as we passed by. I’m a big fan of monkeys, and anything with a monkey almost instantly catches my attention. Johnny Banana is a small Mexican food place located at 181 Bathurst St near Queen St West. Even though it’s a small restaurant, the simple, clean and bright interiors [...]

Adventures in Toronto: Pat’s Homestyle Jamaican Restaurant

While roaming around the streets of Toronto at the late hours, we came across a small hole in the wall restaurant located at 558 Queen St. West. Pat’s Homestyle Jamaican Restaurant is this tiny but very friendly and casual looking restaurant. It can probably hold 6 people with their limited seating against the window and [...]

Adventures in Toronto: Tim Hortons

Coffee and donuts! That’s a great combination. Coffee and donuts for a quick breakfast or a snack. It’s probably not the most healthy thing to be eating all the time, but I do love to treat myself to some donuts once in a while. French crullers, old fashion and chocolate donuts are my favorites. I [...]