Toronto is one of North America’s great urban centres. With an urban conglomeration population of nearly ten million, it is safe to say that this city offers something for everyone. For those who want to visit the city in a styling way, while also getting an authentic experience of what a week in the city could be like for a real Torontonian, this guide is for you! Read on for tips on how to splurge in Toronto like a local would while you are visiting this popular Canadian city.
Dining Out
One of the best ways to experience a city is to get to know its culinary scene. When it comes to splurging like a local, it is best to start with the Michelin Guide. They list only the best restaurants with incredible chiefs who are developing creative signature dishes in a visually pleasing presentation. And Toronto is full of chiefs who are pushing the culinary envelope.
One of the most outstanding choices from this guide is Aburi Hana. This Kyoto-style restaurant is led by Executive Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa. Nakagawa combines Japanese ingredients from the air and sea along with fresh, seasonal products from Ontario to create truly special rotating tasting menus.
Another excellent Michelin-star restaurant is Quetzal. Enjoy Mexican specialties such as grilled octopus, and grilled maitake mushrooms all on tortillas that are ground in-house from heirloom corn. This dining experience can be found on College Street and reservations are recommended. They open from Wednesday to Sunday for dinner time.
Going Shopping
Going shopping is a great way to see the unique offerings of each city while interacting with locals. And Toronto offers plenty of options for going out and splurging some new clothes. A great place to start is the Yorkville neighborhood, where you find both high-end shopping and luxury dining.
You will find everything you want there. They have luxury grocery stores and couture dog clothes, in case your furry travel companion is a bit chilly. In Yorkville Village, you will find narrow streets with boutique shops and window displays. You can find designer handbags and clothing from designers such as Stella McCartney, Michael Kors, and Badgley Mischka. This is also the area where Canada’s hottest celebrities hang out–just one of the many benefits of splurging in Toronto on your vacation.
When To Go
Toronto has four distinct seasons, so when you go will determine what splurging options you have available to you. For example, this guide to winter break activities in Toronto has many suggestions. Ice Skating at Nathan Phillips Square is a great way to spend an evening, whether with a partner or with the kids. Visiting the Hockey Hall of Fame is possible all year round but certainly feels more appropriate in the icy winter months.
Summer in Toronto provides clear skies. This makes it a perfect time to visit the CN Tower. It was built in 1976 and sold in 1995. Today there is a SkyPod at the top where you can enjoy beautiful views of the city. In fact, in 2011, they opened the EdgeWalk, and it is still the world’s highest hands free, full circle walk. The EdgeWalk is closed during the winter months.
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