Dufflet Pastries

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787 Queen W, Toronto, ON, M6J1G1

Lemon tart: Boom chucka-lucka-lucka ... thick, gooey, lemony perfection

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Lemon tart

Reds Bistro & Bar

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77 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON

Champagne cocktail: Simply the best champagne cocktail around - and if you can afford the extra $$, they will make it with Veuve Cliquot. Oh. My. God.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Champagne Cocktail

Allan Gardens Conservatory

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19 Horticultural Ave, Toronto, ON, M5A2P2

Conservatory (gardens): A splash of beauty in a not-so-beautiful part of the city ... stroll around until you feel at home, admiring the gorgeous plants and flowers. Great people-watching, too!

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Conservatory (gardens)

Bead Fx Inc

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128 Manville Rd, Scarborough, ON, M1L4J5

Place to buy shiny, glittery things: This is the place to while away many happy hours, a shop full of beads of every type, size and description. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and classes are offered, too. Get your hiney to the place that's shiny ...

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• place to buy shiny, glittery things

California Sandwiches

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244 Claremont Street, Toronto, ON, M6J 2N2

Cheap lunch: The best veal sandwich - ever! Load it up with mushrooms, onions, peppers, cheese - whatever twirls your baton - and then enjoy. Make sure you have lots of napkins handy.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Cheap Lunch

Massey Hall

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178 Victoria St., Toronto, ON, M5B1T7

Acoustic heaven: The ultimate music-lover's venue ... Gordon Lightfoot never sounded better, Elvis Costello blew the roof off and the beauty of Handel's Messiah could make a gargoyle cry.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• acoustic heaven

Tealish

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198 Walnut Ave, Toronto, ON, M6J2N6

Tea shoppe: You might think you know tea ... but wait until you visit Tealish! This store has an unbelievable selection of teas from near and far, far, away ... and some of the containers are gorgeous enough to buy on their own!

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Tea Shoppe

Golden Thai Restaurant

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105 Church St., Toronto, ON, M5C2G3

Thai food: The food is authentic and delicious, the wait staff are friendly and efficient, and best of all it's only a few blocks from my home!

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Thai Food

Horseshoe Tavern

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368 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, M5V2A2

Live music venue: Does it get any better? Fabulous acoustics, a crowd of genuine music lovers, and an authentic down-and-dirty atmosphere!

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Live Music Venue

Stillwater Spa

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4 Avenue Rd, Toronto, ON, M5R2E8

Spa experience: This is the ultimate pampering experience for anyone in Toronto, male or female. The vibe is mellow yet upbeat and the oceanic ambience is special by any standard. Lie back, loosen up, and enjoy ...

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Spa experience

Bright Pearl Seafood Rstrnt

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346 Spadina Ave #200, Toronto, ON, M5T2G2

Dim sum: Dim sum served the old-fashioned way on carts with wheels that roll around the large dining room, tempting and teasing with all manner of delicious aromas ... guaranteed to fire up even the "dimmest" appetite.

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• dim sum

Burst Flowers

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198 Walnut Avenue, Toronto, ON, M6J2N6

Florist & jewellery shop: It's the only place I know of in Toronto where I can buy lilies and also scoop up a gorgeous bracelet or pair of funky sterling silver earrings at the same time. Definitely worth a visit!

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• Florist & Jewellery Shop

Riverdale Farm

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201 Winchester St., Toronto, ON, M4 X1B8

Fun activity: Who doesn't love a farm, especially one located in the heart of the city? With or without kids, you're guaranteed an afternoon full of fun, animals and intoxicating (and not-so-intoxicating) smells!

• favourite thing(s) at this place:
• fun activity