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Sausage & Fennel pizza · North of Brooklyn

Restaurants Oct 22, 2026 · Queen West

North of Brooklyn Pizzeria

650½ Queen St W · Toronto

5 / 5.0 Editor's Pick

Some pizzas arrive looking like the toppings were applied with tweezers by someone working under strict budget supervision. Thankfully, North of Brooklyn Pizzeria doesn’t appear to employ that person! We ordered their 18-inch Sausage & Fennel Pizza through Uber Eats, and this was one seriously delicious pizza! From the first bite, the freshness of the ingredients was unmistakable. The sausage was generously distributed across the pizza, with plenty of savoury flavour, while the fennel added a wonderful aromatic sweetness that complemented the meat beautifully. The combination worked very well, especially with the noticeable kick from the spices. North of Brooklyn deserves credit for understanding that customers ordering a sausage and fennel pizza would appreciate finding sausage and fennel on more than three slices! The tomato sauce was vibrant and flavourful, the cheese complemented the other ingredients without overpowering them, and the crust had that lovely rustic appearance with beautifully charred edges.

Filed 10·22 · MsJAG Read verdict →

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Double smash burgers · Matt's Burger Lab

Restaurants Oct 14, 2026 · West Queen West

Matt's Burger Lab

1205 Queen St W · Toronto

5 / 5.0 Editor's Pick

We stopped by Matt’s Burger Lab on Queen Street Wed Oct 14, 2026, hungry and ready to see what all the burger science was about. Well, whatever experiments they’re conducting in that lab, they need to keep doing them! We both ordered the double smash burgers with all the toppings, requesting that the all-beef patties not be cooked too well done. The result? Two absolutely delicious, juicy, cheesy burgers that required both hands and a little concentration to eat! The beef was full of flavour, the cheese was beautifully melted, and the fresh toppings brought everything together. These burgers were seriously filling. You certainly won’t leave wondering what to eat next! Now, let’s talk about those fries, because they deserve some recognition of their own. Golden and crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and served in a portion that clearly wasn’t measured by someone counting potatoes! There was also a nice assortment of dipping sauces, including ketchup, BBQ, mayo-style sauce, and a sweeter sauce. Naturally, we had to conduct a few taste experiments of our own. All in the name of research, of course! The service was friendly, and the atmosphere was pleasant. The bill came to approximately $40 for two burger-and-fries meals and a fizzy drink. A little on the expensive side for burgers and fries, but the generous portions and delicious food helped soften the blow. Our taste buds were certainly happier than our wallets! Final verdict: Matt’s Burger Lab passed our taste test with flying colours! Delicious burgers, excellent fries, and friendly service. It’s a little pricey, but we’d happily return when the craving for a really good smash burger comes calling.

Filed 10·14 · MsJAG Read verdict →

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Live R&B · Reservoir Lounge

Restaurants Sep 20, 2026 · St. Lawrence

Reservoir Lounge

52 Wellington St E · Toronto

5 / 5.0 Editor's Pick

I went to Reservoir Lounge for my birthday dinner and live entertainment on Sunday, September 20th, and it turned out to be a great choice for a Sunday night. The fish cakes were excellent; as my friend put it, you could "taste the sea," in the best possible way. We also ordered the pizza with everything on it, the last one on the menu, and it was so fresh and delicious that we ordered a second one. The lychee martinis were okay but not a highlight. The star of the evening was Xavier Solis, an amazingly charismatic singer who performed old-school soul and pop hits and even serenaded me with Happy Birthday. The room feels like an old speakeasy, with a low ceiling, red lighting, a small stage, and plenty of room to dance. I highly recommend it for dinner, live music, and the option to get up and dance.

Filed 09·20 · MsJAG Read verdict →

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Thursday karaoke · Mango Tree

Travel Sep 10, 2026 · George Town

Mango Tree Bar & Restaurant

518 Shedden Rd · George Town

5 / 5.0 Editor's Pick

We got to Mango Tree around 8pm on Thursday, September 10th for karaoke and grabbed seats right beside the DJ booth, which turns into the dance floor later in the night. Getting there early meant I could get on the mic before the crowd built up. Within an hour the place filled up fast, with singers taking turns and a bachelorette party in colorful wigs cranking the energy even higher. We ordered the fried chicken with rice and peas around 9pm and both were fresh, hot, and well seasoned. If you're in Grand Cayman on a Thursday night, Mango Tree should be on your list. Come early for a seat, stay for dinner, and watch the night get progressively more entertaining.

Filed 09·10 · MsJAG Read verdict →

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Shoreline · Starfish Point

Travel Sep 08, 2026 · Rum Point

Starfish Point

9P48+GJF · Rum Point, North Side

5 / 5.0 Editor's Pick

We got to Starfish Point around 2pm on Tuesday, September 8th and ended up staying four hours, which says everything. It wasn't crowded, just a few locals and a boat of snorkelers passing through. There really are starfish, several sitting in clear thigh-high water a few steps offshore, no swim or tour required (just don't pick them up, it can kill them). The water was calm and warm with zero smelly Sargassum, plenty of natural shade, free parking, and no admission fee, so bring your own chairs and drinks. It feels hidden among the rental villas, so trust Google Maps and keep going. Visiting between August and November? Bring mosquito spray.

Filed 09·08 · MsJAG Read verdict →

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Seven Mile Beach · Blue Sea Rentals

Travel Aug 27, 2026 · Seven Mile Beach

Blue Sea Rentals

Cabana #4 · Seven Mile Public Beach

5 / 5.0 Editor's Pick

My girlfriend, her sister, and I spent the day on Seven Mile Beach on Thursday, August 27th and had a fantastic experience with Blu Sea Rentals. George met us in the parking lot to set up payment, and Neville took over on the sand, setting our chairs and umbrellas right by the water. Despite a full cruise ship crowd that day, George and Neville looked after everyone all day: adjusting our umbrellas as the sun moved, bringing free water and ice, and even running to the liquor store when we ran out of beer. That's service. The chairs and umbrellas are worth every dollar on that hot white sand, and this was one of our best beach days on the island.

Filed 08·27 · MsJAG Read verdict →

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Dessert case · Allora

Travel Aug 25, 2026 · Grand Harbour

Allora Cayman

Harbour Walk · 52a Edgewater Way, Grand Harbour

5 / 5.0 Editor's Pick

We stopped at Allora for coffee and dessert and loved it. My cappuccino was smooth and rich with perfect foam and latte art, and my girlfriend's Americano was just as good; this is a café that takes its coffee seriously. The carrot cake stole the show: soft, moist, full of flavor, with a creamy frosting that complemented it without overpowering it. The dessert case is full of cakes, pastries, and gelato, and walking past it takes real self-control. We sat outside in the courtyard, which has a relaxed atmosphere and games like cornhole and foosball, so a quiet coffee break turned into a surprisingly competitive round of foosball.

Filed 08·25 · MsJAG Read verdict →