These are the most refreshing eats to enjoy in Toronto right now
It is a hot one, Toronto! And that humidex isn’t supposed to lay off any time soon.
As the spicy days are upon us, it’s becoming increasingly important to find ways to beat the heat, and one of our favourite methods is through food.
From ice cream to bubble tea to frozen boozy bevvies, these are the snacks that will help you chillax in the city right now:
Ice Cream Macarons at NadĆØge
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This pastry shop has taken a classic fancy french treat and somehow made it even better. Soft, fresh macaron cookies surround cool, creamy ice cream in the freshest and most luxe flavours. Drop by one of the shop’s storefronts to grab one of these goodies to go.
Address:Ā 780 Queen Street West and 1099 Yonge Street
Jalapeno Lime Ice Cream
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Two words: jalapeno lime ice cream. Oh wait, thatās four words. Anyway! A treat (?) that you probably only imagine youād find on the CNE grounds has made its way to the streets of Toronto. Now available at El Mercado, popped up on the Barrio patio, this is just one of the freaky and refreshing eats on offer at this new market.
Address:Ā El Mercado at Barrio ā 884 Queen Street East
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Ice Cream Sammies and Cones at Bang Bang
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Bang Bang has some unreal ice cream flavours ranging from Soybean Walnut to Avocado, plus everything in between. Of course, weād be remiss not to mention that youĀ mustĀ pair your sweet treat with one of the spotās egg waffle cones, cinnamon buns, or giant, gooey cookies, in order to get the most out of the experience. Theyāre open for takeout, but keep your distance from other people, people.
Address:Ā 93 Ossington Avenue
Phone:Ā 647-348-1900
FrozƩ from Cactus Club
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Yes indeed. This joint will send its iconic drink straight to your door. The FrosĆ© at Home pack is availableĀ onlineĀ for pickup or delivery, and it includesĀ one bottle of frosĆ© premix, two 50 ml bottles of vodka and bottle of rosĆ© for $29.99. All you need is ice and a blender to DIY six servings of this summery treat.
Address:Ā 77 Adelaide Street West
Phone: 647-748-2025
JAM Cereal Milkshakes at Convenience
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JAM Cereal has officially returned to Convenience. The sweet-treat purveyor is now, each weekend, nestled into the restobar at the corner of Queen and Northcote. On the spotās menu, you can choose from a selection of creamy, cereal-milky bases in vanilla or chocolate, and milkshake toppings that range from Cinnamon Toast Crunch to Lucky Charms.
Address:Ā Convenience ā 1184 Queen Street West (weekends from 1 to 8 pm)
White Claw Slushies at The Old Sod Pub
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The Old Sod Pub, a Bloor West treasure, just added this revolutionary boozy treat to their menu. A can of White Claw is mixed with frozen fruit and a shot of vodka to create this ultra-refreshing bevvy, which can be enjoyed on the spotās makeshift, two-person ābuddy bar.ā
Address:Ā 2936 Bloor Street West
Gelato from the Gelato Freak Pop-Up
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Luckily for those on the east side of town, an over-the-top spot for cooling treats has popped up at a Scarborough coffee shop. This pop-up will be operating out of Vanta Coffee Club all summer long. For those with a sweet tooth and a low threshold for overwhelming heat (weāre right there with you), we see a trip to Gelato Freak in your future.
Where:Ā Vanta Coffee Club and Eatery ā 2101 Brimley Road #111, Scarborough
When:Ā 11 am to 9 pm, all summer long
Gong Cha Tea
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Gong Chaās minimal aesthetic isĀ madeĀ for your Instagram feed. And, letās be real ā after three months at home, your pics could probably use a boost. Plus, the icy cold bevvies are bursting with flavour and are guaranteed to cool you down during these spicy hot days. You can stop into your nearest location to grab a boba to go, or place a delivery order through Uber Eats.
Psst, this spot also serves bubble waffles.
Address:Ā 575 Yonge Street, Toronto
Phone:Ā 647-347-6688
Address:Ā 5449 Yonge Street, North York
Phone:Ā 647-346-2600
Address:Ā 3636 Steeles Avenue East,Ā Markham
Phone:Ā 905-604-9323
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