TORONTO WINTER GUIDE
In the midst of winter, as the cold bites harder, we invite you to explore the city and test this newly (or about to be) opened places
to stay, dine, make discoveries, or simply relax.
Ace Hotel
Hotel
Opened just over a year ago, the ACE Hotel - located at the corner of Camden and Brant streets in the Garment District - is an architectural gem. Inside, amidst vintage and custom-made furniture, you can admire the works of many Canadian artists, and, in a rare treat, the hotel is pet-friendly! After a delicious dinner at Alder, which was awarded a Michelin Guide distinction in 2023, head up to Evangeline to sip a cocktail on the rooftop, open year-round.
Acehotel.com, via @acehoteltoronto
Etiket
Boutique & Spa
A prime destination for indulging in skincare treatments, discovering niche fragrances, finding high-performance beauty products, or unwinding at the spa in an enchanting setting. Already settled in Montreal, Etiket will open the doors to its new Boutique & Spa on February 5th, at The Well Exploration Center. Here, beauty is synonymous with health, and the services are personalized.
A must-visit.
Etiket.ca, via @etiketboutique
M-Prove
Furniture
Despite being young, this Canadian company already offers an impressive inventory of contemporary furniture from around the world, distributing brands like Moooi, Wendelbo, and Bonaldo. Here, you can find something for every style, but quality remains the absolute criterion for what aims to become the temple of affordable luxury.
M-prove.ca, via @mprove.ca
Aesop
Boutique
A luxury cosmetics brand born in Australia,
Aesop is dedicated to providing meticulously formulated skincare, hair and body care products. Our favorite? Their fragrances, which are truly unique in every way. While the brand already has several stores in Toronto, it has recently opened a new location at the Square One Shopping Center, on the outskirts of downtown.
Aesop.com, via @aesopskincare
Mott 32
Restaurant
Since the first Mott 32 opened in Hong Kong in 2014, the brand has become an institution, renowned for its authentic and refined Chinese cuisine. With 8 establishments worldwide,
this luxury restaurant is set to launch a new location in downtown Toronto, within the premises of the Shangri-La Hotel. Keep an eye on their Instagram page for updates on their imminent opening.
Mott32.com, via @mott32hk
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