A Foodie Week in Toronto

  • Day 1: St. Lawrence Market
    20 minutes (3.3 km) from CN Tower

    Experience an authentic Toronto market where you can sample artisan cheeses, fresh baked bread, hand-crafted sausages and browse through the vendors’ kiosks. A must-try is the famous “peameal bacon” sandwich, a Toronto classic.

  • Day 2: Kensington Market
    18 minutes (3.1 km) from St. Lawrence Market

    Get a feel for Toronto's diverse culinary scene and wander through vintage boutiques, eclectic cafés and multicultural food shops. Try a Toronto-style coffee, with espresso, steamed milk and flavored syrup, and end the day with some shaved ice cream from ButterBaker.

  • Day 3: Distillery District
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Kensington Market

    The pedestrian-only village is a beautiful combination of historic restoration and cutting-edge architecture where you can try artisanal chocolates, browse through beautiful boutiques, treat yourself to a cheese fondue and finally a waffle sandwich for dessert at Cluny Bistro.

  • Day 4: Dundas Street West
    22 minutes (6.3 km) from Distillery District

    This foodie destination is home to some of Toronto’s best patios and offers a range of authentic cuisines from around the globe. Indulge in the softest, fluffiest Japanese soufflé pancakes at FuwaFuwa, followed by a classic Italian pizza at Nodo and finish with a French pastry from Patisserie 27.

  • Day 5: Ossington Avenue
    16 minutes (4.1 km) from Dundas Street West

    Explore the street filled with funky independent shops, art galleries, and vintage boutiques, and taste the flavors of Toronto's hipster neighborhood. Try some freshly-made ice cream from Bang Bang, stop by Gourmet Hot Dog at Fancy Franks, and end the day with a cold brew coffee from Sam James Coffee Bar.

  • Day 6: Queen Street West
    21 minutes (6.4 km) from Ossington Avenue

    This is a fashion-forward and funky neighborhood lined with boutique shops, galleries, and cocktail bars, perfect for tasting cocktails and delicious food. Experience the decadence of Omakase from Yasu, Montreal-style bagels at Kupfert & Kim, and sample an Asian-inspired brunch at Portland Variety.

  • Day 7: Yorkville
    18 minutes (4.6 km) from Queen Street West

    This is the neighborhood for high-end shopping, luxury hotels and fancy restaurants, perfect for ending the week in style. Try the oysters at The One Eighty or cheese fondue at La Fondue.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • St. Lawrence Market (2 hours, CAD 20)
  • Kensington Market (2 hours, CAD 30)
  • Distillery District (3 hours, CAD 50)
  • Dundas Street West (4 hours, CAD 60)
  • Ossington Avenue (3 hours, CAD 40)
  • Queen Street West (3 hours, CAD 50)
  • Yorkville (2 hours, CAD 80)
  • Total Estimated Costs: CAD 330

Transportation

Travelers can take advantage of the TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) which offers multiple transit options for commuters in Toronto. A 7-day unlimited pass costs CAD 47.25, and there are also ride-sharing services, taxis or rental cars available if desired. The Uber rate for a ride from the airport to the city center is CAD 35, and the average travel time is 20 minutes.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, take a day trip to Niagara Falls or visit the Art Gallery of Ontario. If you have less time, skip Yorkville and Queen Street West and head straight to Toronto Island for a relaxing day of picnicking by the lakeshore.

Airports

Toronto is served by two airports - Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) and Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) in downtown Toronto. Pearson airport is the largest and most commonly used airport, serving both domestic and international flights, while Billy Bishop is convenient for traveling to the US or nearby Canadian destinations, which is only a 20 minute drive from downtown.

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