Downtown Toronto: A quick look at how it once was

With all the change that is currently underway downtown it is sometimes difficult to imagine what it looked like before all the office buildings and condos. To satisfy my own curiosity I’ve put together a collection of a few pictures of historic downtown Toronto dating from 1866 to 1950.

Coffee Shops: Mercury Espresso Bar in Leslieville

If you’re looking for some of the best coffee in the east end (if not the city) then do not miss out on this one! It is one of my absolute favourites. I’ve been going to this place for a number of years and have never been disappointed. The staff…