Though only a few weeks old, Smock Cafe and Wonder Workshop is already buzzing with activity. Toddlers playing with quaint wooden toys, moms meeting for mom groups, children huddled around the two long crafts tables, hands sticky with glue and paint. Located on the Roncesvalles strip just south of Dundas West, this nascent spot exudes a charm that is at once homey and fantastical. The ambiance radiates whimsy – childish wonder mixed with the finesse of a well trained artist’s eye. Smock Cafe has thought of everything – scrumptious, nutritious food, mostly organic and mostly
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When you think of North Toronto, I bet you don't think of independent coffee shops with hip decor, original artwork and live music. The reason for that might be because, to be honest, we really don't have those up here. At least we didn't until The Mad Bean opened up in 2009. For the coffee connoisseur looking for great organic, fair trade coffee, delivered in a unique and inviting coffee house environment, The Mad Bean is the place in North Toronto
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Café St. Germain opened its doors on Avenue Road in September and is quickly becoming a local hot spot. The Mediterranean-inspired café, with its modern yet warm decor, draws you in right off the sidewalk. My family and I checked it out for brunch. A neighbourhood hub Café St. Germain opened on Avenue road with the aim of becoming a neighbourhood hub. In this area of town, where traffic can get pretty thick heading to and from the 401, it’s certainly a welcome addition to the neighbourhood as a place to spend some time enjoying
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A review of Lazy Daisy's on Gerrard, a new kid-friendly cafe in Toronto's East End
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Finding a kid-friendly cafe in Toronto can pose a challenge and many urban moms are forced to endure less than cheerful atmospheres to partake in cafe culture. Instead of grinning and bearing the irritated glances, sighs, and eye-rolls of the childless masses, head to Lil’ Bean N’ Green in Leslieville. This one-of-a-kind cafe includes a play area for the kids, while offering a nice selection of drinks, eats and treats for all tastes. The Cafe Everything you could possibly want for you, and your little one, can be found on the mouth watering menus at Lil’ Bean N’ Green
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