As Toronto weathers an almost unbearable heat wave this week, ice cream and other frozen treats seem to be at the top of everybody’s mind.

It’s the first full week of summer, and it’s going to be a busy one here in Edmonton, so get your calendars sorted with these things to do.

What are your summer plans? When Canada is your backyard, you don’t have to travel far to embark on a memorable adventure. Whether you’re escaping to cottage country or exploring neighbourhood gems, Turo, the world’s largest car sharing marketplace, makes it easy to get there while supporting local businesses along the way.

The matcha slushies at one Toronto cafe have been taking the city by storm this season, but are they all they’re cracked up to be?

The weather is getting warmer in Vancouver, which means many are looking for a cool treat to enjoy in the city. Lucky for them, a new ice cream shop has softly opened in the city, specializing in small-batch creations made with local ingredients.

Over the last few months, there have been a fair few restaurant closures in Calgary. Now, we have word of another loss to the city.

Madame Boeuf hosts its season opener on May 19 and the backyard venue behind Bar Begonia is introducing some new attractions for its sophomore season.

Vancouver loves it some cinnamon buns, which means most of us are going to be stoked to hear about an exciting pop-up coming to our city.

The holidays are fast approaching, which means it’s time to start thinking about making Christmas dinner plans. If you don’t feel like slaving away in the kitchen this year, peeling potatoes and basting turkeys, why not give yourself an early Christmas present and opt to dine at one of a number of restaurants offering special festive menus.

It’s always sad to see summer go, but one of the best parts about fall has got to be the drool-worthy treats that come with the season.

Vancouver’s 2019 Hot Chocolate Festival is back for its ninth run, so get your sweet tooth ready. The annual celebration of all things hot chocolate is kicking off on January 19 and runs until February 14, 2019, – which means you have 27 days to try all 30 of the participating ‘chocstars’ at this year’s fest, all of which are local purveyors.

Chairman’s Steakhouse will be opening at Westman Village and it will offer patrons all the glitz and glam of Old Hollywood dining.

A plant-based hot dog eatery is coming to Robson Street — Good Dogs is slated to open next month in Vancouver. Good Dogs Plant Foods will be opening its brick and mortar at 1331 Robson Street, the team told Dished Vancouver.

Bacon! There, I’ve got your attention! This simple word makes 97 per cent of people — including some vegetarians — instantly salivate. Bacon was for years looked upon as an item to ban from our diet because of its outrageous high salt and fat content, it was something you would not admit to eat in public. Like fashion trends, bacon is back – even in your desserts! It’s as if all chefs and foodies made a point of adding a little porky touch to their sweets, and we are not complaining about it!

Vancouver’s first dairy-free, plant-based micro creamery, Nice Vice, will shortly open the doors to a brick and mortar location in Yaletown.

Trying to beat the summer heat by looking for the best ice cream spots in Edmonton? Look no further. Luckily, YEG is bursting with incredible places to get yourself a sundae, soft serve, or a handcrafted ice cream cone. There seems to be an outstanding locally owned shop in every neighbourhood.

Calling all root beer lovers, there’s an event happening in May that you’re definitely going to want to attend. Sticky’s fifth annual Root Beer Festival is going down on May 30 at the Sticky’s Candy store in Langley from 11 am to 3 pm, and it sounds like it’s going to be pretty sweet.