A special occasion in Toronto, ON

The city’s chefs cook up fantastic food every day of the year, even on Christmas Day! Restaurants open December 25 include Italian eateries, diners and Brazilian barbecue. Whether you’re looking for a fine dining experience or something casual, here are the best bets for restaurants open on Christmas Day 2018 in Toronto.[Photo of Peking duck poutine courtesy of the Thompson Diner]

Desserts are always a must during the holidays and lucky for you, bakeries across Toronto are offering some delicious baked goods this year. Whether you want to go traditional or contemporary, any of these desserts will make a perfect accompaniment to your holiday dinner. Here are the best holiday desserts and baked goods in Toronto.[Photo courtesy of Nadege]

Gingerbread is the quintessential holiday flavour. There is something about the combination of molasses and ginger that keep people coming back for more. Whether you love the cookies, or want the flavour in a latte, Toronto has you covered. Here is the best gingerbread in Toronto to try this holiday season.[Photo of Mad Batter Bakers by Jennifer D’Agostino]

Christmas cookies are a holiday season tradition, with bakeries across the city working overtime to keep up with the demand. You can buy an assortment of traditional and contemporary cookies perfect for your holiday celebrations, or as the perfect pair with a cup of coffee. Here are the best cookies in Toronto to try this year.[Photo of Sweet Escapes holiday cookies by Jennifer D’Agostino]

Planning a holiday party can be stressful at times, but there are restaurants in the city that are willing to do most of the work for you! These restaurants offer varied menus and can seat any size party. Here are the best restaurants in Toronto to host your holiday season celebrations.[Photo of Barberian’s Steakhouse ©Yellow Pages / Pages Jaunes]

The holiday season brings with it not just cold weather, but a feeling of togetherness. Celebrate the holidays with your co-workers at some of the top restaurants in the city. These restaurants offer a great atmosphere for any office friends to come together and party! Here are the best restaurants to book a work lunch over the holidays.[Photo of the Carbon Bar Photo ©Yellow Pages / Pages Jaunes]

This holiday season is all about sharing and showing others that you care. These gourmet fine dining restaurants go the extra mile for private dining, including creating customized menus for you and your guests and providing a unique (and gorgeous) dining space. Here are the best high-end restaurants in Toronto for your holiday celebrations this year.[Photo of Auberge du Pommier Photo ©Yellow Pages / Pages Jaunes]

The holiday season brings about celebration, time with loved ones, good cheer, and a serious budget. While you’re spending money on the best gifts for your family and friends, you may want to think about spending less on your holiday celebrations. Luckily there are many restaurants in Toronto who empathize, and offer great venues and menus at a great price during the holidays.[Photo of Momofuku Daisho by Jennifer D’Agostino]

Finding the perfect place to host your family dinner might be a little daunting. Whether you want a traditional holiday dinner, an Italian feast or a pizza party, there are plenty of places in the city that can host the ultimate family celebration this holiday season. Make sure to get your reservations in fast! Here are the best restaurants for family-friendly holiday parties.[Photo of Marben ©Yellow Pages / Pages Jaunes]

This time of year, peppermint finds its way into our favourite treats and we know the holiday season has begun. Bakeries across Toronto have found creative ways to include the classic candy cane flavour in their favourite menu items. From cupcakes to macarons, you will find peppermint everywhere! Here are the best peppermint treats in Toronto to try this year.[Photo of The Bake Shoppe’s Candy Cane Lane by Jennifer D’Agostino]

From gelato to cupcakes and lattes Toronto restaurants and bakeries offer up delicious takes on eggnog each holiday season. Fans of the spiked festive drink better get their fill now before these treats at gone! Here are the best eggnog flavoured eats and drinks in Toronto.[Photo of Prairie Girl eggnog cupcake by Jennifer D’Agostino]

There is a huge Italian community in Toronto and they take their food very seriously, serving up mouthwatering meals to hordes of hungry diners on the daily. The number of authentic Italian restaurant in the city is endless, but we managed to narrow it down to the top 10. Here are the best Italian restaurants in Toronto. [Pasta dish at Gusto 101. Photo © YP Dine / PJ Resto]