Halloween Candy Power Rankings 2025: The Best, The Worst, and The Fights in Between

Halloween candy divides people faster than politics. Everyone thinks their favorite is top tier, and everyone’s wrong — except me, obviously. Some candies make you sprint to the house that gave them out. Others? Straight to the trash. And a few start online wars that never end (looking at you, candy corn). This isn’t just … Continue reading Halloween Candy Power Rankings 2025: The Best, The Worst, and The Fights in Between

Banana Bread Matcha at Dark Horse Espresso Bar (Toronto)

Canadian Craft Coffee Roasters Doing Autumn Drinks 2025

Canadian cafés are redefining fall beverages with innovative, seasonal drinks that are both cozy and visually appealing. Options include Toronto's Pumpkin Cold Foam Matcha Latte, featuring earthy matcha and pumpkin, and Café 23's sweet Apple Caramel Crisp Latte. Unique offerings like Kream's Black Sesame Kream Spanner and Dark Horse Espresso Bar's Banana Bread Matcha add to the mix, while Brick Room introduces a Korean-inspired corn punch. These drinks capture the essence of autumn, blending creativity with local flavors.

Noodles being picked up over steaming bowl of orange ramen broth.

Where to Find Cozy Noodle Soups in Toronto This Fall

When the air turns crisp, Toronto turns to soup. From steaming bowls of pho hot pot at Oxtail Pho to clam broth ramen at Michelin-recognized Konjiki, and from curry laksa in Scarborough to Crossing the Bridge noodles in North York, the city’s noodle scene is built for fall. These spots deliver comfort, spice, and soul in every spoonful — the ultimate guide to where to slurp your way through Toronto in 2025.

A box of golden Jamaican patties and a polaroid photograph of "Patty Time", a local Toronto patty shop.

Ultimate Guide to Toronto’s Flakiest Jamaican Beef Patties

Torontoians takes their Jamacian beef patties seriously. Whether you’re grabbing one from a hot bakery window at the TTC or eating it as a little appetizer before a full on ox-tail meal, a good Jamaican patty is an essential part of the city’s food culture. But not all patties are created equal. Some are dry. … Continue reading Ultimate Guide to Toronto’s Flakiest Jamaican Beef Patties

A hand holding a cracker with charcuterie

Charcuterie for the Pregnant Mommy: A Guide to Safe Snacking (2025 Update)

This topic has been one of the most-read posts on my site, and for good reason. Charcuterie boards are everywhere these days, from brunches and baby showers to Friday night snack spreads. I originally wrote about this topic a few years ago while I, myself, was pregnant. It struck a nerve with readers who were … Continue reading Charcuterie for the Pregnant Mommy: A Guide to Safe Snacking (2025 Update)

8 Best Canadian Craft Coffee Roasters to Try in 2025: From Vancouver to the Maritimes

Canada’s craft coffee scene is as diverse as its geography. From Vancouver’s experimental microroasts to Ottawa’s ethically driven community cafés, these roasters reflect a growing national obsession with quality, sustainability, and flavor. Whether you are a die-hard pour-over purist or just someone looking for a better morning cup, there is a Canadian roaster on this … Continue reading 8 Best Canadian Craft Coffee Roasters to Try in 2025: From Vancouver to the Maritimes

Best Birthday Freebies in Calgary (2025 Edition): Food and Drinks You Shouldn’t Miss

Turning a year older in Calgary comes with more than just cake. Plenty of local spots are ready to treat you on your birthday with free food, drinks, and even experiences. Whether you are planning a full-day birthday crawl or just want to sneak in a few free treats, this guide has you covered with … Continue reading Best Birthday Freebies in Calgary (2025 Edition): Food and Drinks You Shouldn’t Miss

Agave fields in Mexico tequila distillery

Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting a Tequila Distillery in Jalisco

If you are heading to Jalisco and not visiting a tequila distillery, you are missing the heart of Mexico’s most iconic spirit. Jalisco is the birthplace of tequila and home to volcanic soils, rolling agave fields, and centuries of craftsmanship. As someone who has worked in the industry for over 4 years, I've been to … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting a Tequila Distillery in Jalisco