Toronto Expert

Bev MacDonald

Travel makes you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.

1: Two words, food trucks. If you want to find out where they are check out, torontofoodtrucks.ca.
2: Want to sound like a local? Drop the second "t" in Toronto so it sounds like "Torono".
3: Large double double, please. The proper way to order a large coffee with double milk and sugar at Tim Hortons.

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Parks

The Toronto Zoo is the third largest in North America and is located within the beautiful Rouge Valley. We suggest arriving early to avoid the crowds and get the best parking. There is plenty of parking but if you arrive late on a busy day, be pr...

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Museums/Galleries

Ontario Science Centre is Hands On Fun

If you are looking for interactive fun, the Ontario Science Centre is enough to keep the whole family entertained for an entire day. As with most indoor family attractions, it gets packed when the weather isn't good so if you want to enjoy it with...

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Restaurant

Local Kitchen and Winebar loves Parkdale

Local Kitchen and Winebar has an intimate atmosphere and a limited number of tables so reservations are a good idea. It's in the up and coming neighbourhood of Parkdale, so parking is very affordable. Always ask what the chef recommends, we haven'...

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Specialty Foods

Sweet Treats from the Old Firehall

The Old Firehall is in the heart of historic Main St Unionville. It's got a wide assortment of confections that are sure to please. In the summer the big draw is ice cream but the chocolates will have you coming back all year long.

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Cycling

Take a Spin at Joyride 150

Joyride 150 is Canada's first all season, multi-discipline indoor bike park with tracks for all ages and skill levels. Don't worry if you don't have a bike with you, bikes and helmets are available for rent onsite. The outdoor track is open seaso...

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Amusement

Skating at Nathan Phillips Square

Let's face it, winter in Canada is unavoidable. So embrace the opportunity and lace up your skates for a glide around Nathan Phillips Square. Rent skates there or bring your own - then when you're done warm up with a cup of hot chocolate.

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Bev's Blog Entries

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Toronto blog entry

How Far Can a Pumpkin Fly?

A day at Whittamore's Farm included inspecting hundreds of pumpkins, tasting goodies from the shop and exploring their Pumpkinland Fun Farm. The highlight of our visit was the pumpkin cannon show which happens every weekend through Hallowe'en.

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Toronto blog entry

Fall is the Best Time to Hike the Seaton Trail

Fall is the perfect time to get outdoors - the spectacular colours, the perfect temperatures and no bugs! Here's how we spent an afternoon on the Seaton Hiking Trail.

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St. John's blog entry

Top 6 Things To Do with Kids in St. John's

Taking the kids to St. John's, Newfoundland? Here's our top 6 picks to keep them smiling.

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Celebrating Mexico's Independence

Celebrating Mexico's Independence Day in Mexico City. September 16 is a big day in Mexico. You didn't think it was in May, did you?

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Toronto blog entry

Distillery District Photoessay - Rediscover Toronto Week 9

For the last week of my Rediscover Toronto Challenge I went to the Distillery District. Toronto is incredibly fortunate to have such a treasure to enjoy.

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Toronto blog entry

Rediscover Toronto Photo Contest

Staying Native is celebrating 2 years of the Do It Like a Local blog with our very first photo contest. Enter now to win one of our great local prizes!

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