THE TIP OFF this week is bursting with big changes, fine dining, Michelin, and intrigue. You know, the usual. THIS JUST IN: Omakase restaurants are all the rage these days - you’ll never believe where this one just debuted, discover what’s on deck in Little Italy, news about a Michelin destination’s sibling, the activity in Yorkville continues, and another restaurant closure goes under the radar - one with a Michelin connection. THIS JUST IN: A popular area is about the get a dining destination made for travelers and locals alike, update on a beloved watering hole, big changes in Yorkville (again) and the Entertainment District, and BREAKING NEWS about a buzzy resto with Michelin ties. Listen to THE TIP OFF, a supplement to my OPEN/CLOSED, featuring breaking exclusives, sneak peeks, hot tips and the week’s top stories and events like you’ve never seen - or heard - before in 3 minutes or less. TR Pro Tip: Like and subscribe to TORONTO RESTAURANTS | THE PODCAST and follow on Instagram because you’re not going to believe what’s coming next. p.s. While some items may appear in the OPEN/CLOSED, others will be reported here exclusively for the first time. NO ONE COVERS TORONTO/GTA LIKE THIS. Michelin Hotels: In September 2023, the Michelin Guide revealed the first Michelin Keys for Canada. “Like the Michelin Stars for restaurants, the Michelin Keys are our most outstanding hotels” https://bit.ly/OPENCLOSEDSept12to18. While the ‘key’ concept may be a new addition, it’s a little known fact that Michelin gave out accolades to 20 Toronto hotels in 2022. https://bit.ly/MichelinGuideTOHotels. *Wildfire is currently operating at its location in Oshawa. By Stephanie Dickison | Toronto Restaurants Recorded April 9, 2025. Website - https://bit.ly/TRTorontoRestaurants OPEN/CLOSED - https://bit.ly/TROpenClosed Links to everything else - https://lnk.bio/TorontoRestaurants Produced by Chris Garbutt, VQC Media -
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