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"Just as day drinking at Trinity Bellwoods (ahem, with 9,000 of your closest friends) is a summer tradition that’s best retired for 2020, it might be a good call to skip Bang Bang’s 30-minute-long lineup, too. Instead, consider ordering in from the Ossington ice cream shop. Go the DIY route and get a six-pack of freshly baked cookies and a pint of just-churned ice cream in flavours like burnt toffee, London fog or peanut butter cup, and assemble your own sweet sandwiches."

"There is something remarkably brave about opening an ice cream shop in Canada, of all places. Although our snow days are shrinking as the earth heats up, we are not exactly ice cream friendly for much of the year. Bang Bang Ice Cream is working to change that."

"Nestled on Ossington Ave, Bang Bang is most definitely the best restaurant in Toronto for ice-cream sandwiches. Having much more of a cafe and takeout vibe, Bang Bang is the type of place you grab something and go. Honestly, run to this places, it’s amazing!"

"The Pilot’s rooftop restaurant patio, appropriately named The Flight Deck, is open from March to December, though we recommend enjoying it in the peak of summer for the full experience. You will have to climb a few flights of stairs to get to the top, but once you get up there, you won’t be disappointed. There are views of the city, plenty of sunshine, and cool aviation-themed décor to take in while eating and drinking to your hearts content."

"The Pilot is (as the name might give away) an aviation-themed bar, located in the Yorkville area. Here you find a ground floor Stealth Lounge, open year round, and up top a seasonal Flight Deck. Quite simple in decoration, the terrace offers an ok view of the surrounding rooftops, along with its own bar and a very good and festive atmosphere."

"Next pick is one that is located in Yorkville for those of you looking to switch it up from the typical southern core spots. The Pilot’s is a large steel rooftop patio (The Flight Deck) with an interesting history. The Pilot offers up some high end eats if you’re looking for a nice place to eat while still keeping that bar vibe going."

"Dineen Coffee Co. is a stylish, retrofitted, cozy coffee shop just south of the Eaton Centre in a super cool old heritage building that was once a hat and fur manufacturing company. Stay in and check out the renaissance revival decor, or get a cup to go and stroll through Cloud Gardens Conservatory just ½ a block west on Temperance Street."

"Dineen Coffee is one of the best coffee shops in Toronto with three locations. I visited the original location in the historic Dineen Building (140 Yonge St). This one really make you feel like you’ve stepped into a movie."

"Dineen Coffee can only be described as an elegant coffee place. Want to feel like you’re transported into the 1920s art-deco era?. Come to Dineen – cause that’s how we felt."

"At 7 Baker, European and Asian flavours come together to create totally unique and delectable baked goods. With traditional European bread and pastry recipes infused with Asian flavours, this bakery is unlike anything you’ve ever laid eyes on. The shiny space features gold finishings that make the bakery gleam from the outside."

"Market 707 is now home to this stall selling Japanese rice balls in varieties like Eggplant Sesame Miso, Garlic Shitake Mushroom, Salted Plum with Shiso, Japanese Sweet Potato, Chicken Teriyaki, Salmon Wasabi, Tuna & Green Onion and Spicy Pork Miso."

"G for Gelato is an ideal spot for anyone looking for an authentic Italian experience. The gelato is made in-house and the flavours are inspired by the seasons, made with locally sourced ingredients. This business is featured in the following Smart Lists:"

"Diana’s Seafood is one of the top seafood stores in the city, if you’re willing to take the trek east into Scarborough, and located right next door is the affiliated Oyster Bar. Offering lobster club sandwiches, clam chowders, grilled salmon, calamari, and, naturally, plenty of oysters, Diana’s also caters to hotels and restaurants throughout the Greater Toronto Area."

"Fine Dining, Lounge, French, Italian, Restaurant With Private Rooms, Bring Your Own Wine, Restaurant With Live Entertainment, Restaurant With Party Services, Extensive Wine List, Wheelchair-accessible Restaurant. facade, Blu is an Italian restaurant based on authentic classic cuisine created by executive chef Massimo Callovini... French Restaurants, Italian Restaurants"

"Sometimes going out for Italian food seems counterintuitive. How hard is it for you to stay at home and boil some pasta?. Blu gives you Italian food you cannot make yourself at home unless you have ample time and have studied under masters (or grandmothers) in Italy."

"From truffled beef carpaccio to pan-seared ribeye, this place knows how to wine and dine. Speaking of wine, right now you can take advantage of their incredible promo to enjoy takeout bottles at 30% off!"

"A hugely popular luxury Toronto nightclub for the 21+ set to party on Friday & Saturday nights. This nightclub is known for its legendary theme parties, award-winning bottle service & friendly staff."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by The Fifth Social Club (@thefifthsocialclub)"

"Following the modified Phase 2 announcement, the Shangri-La opened their patio back up. Warm-up with a fall tipple Monday to Friday from 12 p.m."

"Modern urban life can be stressful, and every now and then we need to escape the demands of work, family, or social obligations and unwind. Fortunately, you don’t need to go far to get some much needed nurturing and renewal. Visit Elmwood Spa, a peaceful oasis located in a refined historic building in downtown Toronto."

"Water therapies are a huge part of the experience at this four-floor downtown day spa. Elmwood encourages visitors to make use of its whirlpools, steam rooms, swimming pool and poolside lounge for at least an hour upon arrival to "slow down, relax and shed the mantle of the outside world."

"If you’re looking for more than just a body massage, SweetGrass Spa offers treatments such as eyelash extensions, hair removal, and hydrotherapy. This women’s only spa offers a unique experience and caters to your every need. SweetGrass Spa has won many awards, including being named one of the Top 50 spas across the nation three years in a row and Top 50 by spAWARD and one of the Top 25 Spas in Canada by Spa Industry Association of Canada."

"Located in the core of downtown Toronto, Sweetgrass Spa is a women’s only day spa that has been ranked as one of the best spas in the country for four years. They’ve got you covered for manicures, organic treatments, body luxuries, and other services that will make you question the definition and purpose of stress in the first place. @bespoketraveldesignembedded via"

"Although stress is not gender specific, fear of being seen in a bathing suit often is. Sweetgrass takes away any potential spa stress by catering to women alone. The hot tub and sauna area is reminiscent of a lagoon and a great place to relax before or after a service."