Top five hidden gems in Leslieville and Riverside

Top five hidden gems in Leslieville and Riverside

Whether you're a local or a visitor, head off the beaten path of Queen East, and you'll be surprised at the lesser-known places flying under the radar just waiting to be discovered. Here are five hush-hush spots to check out around Leslieville and Riverside.

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Left Field Brewery and Tiny Record Shop join for pop-up of vinyl and beer

Left Field Brewery and Tiny Record Shop join for pop-up of vinyl and beer

Left Field Brewery and Tiny Record Shop recognize the power of sheer synergy between beer and music, and that's why they're joining forces in collaboration. On Sunday Nov. 29, Tiny Record Shop will be popping up in Left Field Brewery in a teamwork event that will feature the best of both shops — incredible vinyl and craft beer, of course — right on the production floor.

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Q&A: What you need to know about the revitalization of the Maple Leaf Tavern

Q&A: What you need to know about the revitalization of the Maple Leaf Tavern

Along with many other storied buildings in Toronto's east end, the once-thriving Maple Leaf Tavern was long neglected and seemingly lost to time. However, the historic building is nearing completion on a major revitalization effort that will soon see it reopen as an upscale gastropub. We checked in with owner Todd Morgan on the transformation and what we can expect from the rebirthed Maple Leaf Tavern.

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