  {"id":629492,"date":"2024-12-03T13:26:53","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T18:26:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/?p=629492"},"modified":"2024-12-05T12:16:45","modified_gmt":"2024-12-05T17:16:45","slug":"review-fall-2024-show-us-your-town-toronto-629492","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/review-fall-2024-show-us-your-town-toronto-629492\/","title":{"rendered":"Show us your town: Toronto"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><strong>Toronto native Jeffrey Kishner \u201901S (MBA) shares plenty of picks for the perfect long weekend.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"side-right\">\n<h3><strong>Meet your guide<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_629542\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-629542\" style=\"width: 2560px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-629542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/show-us-your-town-toronto-kishner-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Kishner head and torso in button-down and coat standing in Distillery District.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/show-us-your-town-toronto-kishner-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/show-us-your-town-toronto-kishner-630x418.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/show-us-your-town-toronto-kishner-2048x1360.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/show-us-your-town-toronto-kishner-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/show-us-your-town-toronto-kishner-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/show-us-your-town-toronto-kishner-1920x1275.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-629542\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Dale Wilcox \/ AP Content Services for Rochester Review)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Toronto native Jeffrey Kishner \u201901S (MBA) is a finance and operations executive and founder of the consulting firm <a href=\"https:\/\/epocheinsights.com\">Epoche Insights<\/a>. He\u2019s also an active <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\">Ä¢¹½´«Ã½<\/a> alumnus and a member of the Canada Network Leadership Council and the Simon Alumni Network.When Kishner isn\u2019t working, he\u2019s spending time with his wife, Jennifer Gotlieb, and their two children.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Known as one of the world\u2019s most multicultural and cosmopolitan cities, Toronto draws nearly 28 million visitors each year for its culinary delights, sports culture, historic landmarks, and vibrant arts and cultural scene.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u201cLess than four hours north of Rochester, Toronto is really a city for everyone,\u201d says Jeffrey Kishner \u201901S (MBA), who was born and raised there. \u201cIt\u2019s easy to explore by foot, bus, streetcar, or subway, and it offers an extensive network of trails, parks, and urban forests perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Kishner, one of 1,000-plus alumni who call this city home, offers an insider\u2019s insights into a few of its diverse neighborhoods, plus a few more of his favorite spots.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Downtown and the Harbourfront<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Start off at the iconic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cntower.ca\">CN Tower<\/a> and, if you are up for thrills, brave its EdgeWalk, the world\u2019s highest full-circle, hands-free walk. Harnessed 116 floors above ground, you can take in unparalleled views of the city. From there, venture over to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hhof.com\">Hockey Hall of Fame<\/a> for a deep dive into Canada\u2019s favorite sport. Don\u2019t miss the chance to get a photo with the Stanley Cup\u2014a true national treasure. Sports fans might also want to catch a Blue Jays, Raptors, or Maple Leafs game, depending on the season. Insider tip: plan well in advance, especially for hockey games, as tickets can be notoriously hard to come by.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_629582\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-629582\" style=\"width: 2000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-629582\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto.jpg\" alt=\"Toronto skyline with CN Tower in center and Lake Ontario in foreground.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-1680x1120.jpg 1680w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-1250x833.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/downtown-toronto-660x440.jpg 660w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-629582\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>BECAUSE IT\u2019S ICONIC:<\/strong> The CN Tower in downtown Toronto. (Getty Images photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\nFor dining, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.terroni.com\">Gruppo Terroni<\/a> offers authentic Italian cuisine in a historic bank building. For an extra-special experience, ask to see one of the old vaults. Or try contemporary Canadian fare at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canoerestaurant.com\">Canoe Restaurant<\/a>, which boasts stunning city views. Next, explore the Harbourfront area, home to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepowerplant.org\">Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery<\/a> and many family-friendly activities. Cap off the day with a short ferry ride to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.torontoisland.com\/index.php\">Toronto Islands<\/a>. This chain of small islands offers breathtaking skyline views, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.torontoisland.com\/centreville.php\">Centreville Amusement Park<\/a> (ideal for kids), and an array of beaches, parks, and trails.<\/p>\n<h3><b>The Distillery District and the Market<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thedistillerydistrict.com\">Distillery District<\/a> is a former industrial complex from the early 1800s that has been transformed into a pedestrian-friendly area with shops, restaurants, and breweries. Kishner recommends strolling some of the area\u2019s historic cobblestone streets, too, including Colborne Street, known as the best-preserved street in Toronto\u2019s Heritage District. Next, head to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stlawrencemarket.com\">St. Lawrence Market<\/a> and order up one of Toronto\u2019s signature dishes: the Veal Sandwich at <a href=\"https:\/\/unomustachio.com\">Uno Mustachio<\/a>. Cap off the day at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebroadviewhotel.ca\/the-rooftop\/\">Rooftop at the Broadview Hotel<\/a>, which offers great food and drink options, and more great views of the skyline.<\/p>\n<h3><b>Chinatown and Kensington Market<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Explore the Frank Gehry\u2013designed <a href=\"https:\/\/ago.ca\">Art Gallery of Ontario<\/a>, showcasing Canadian artists like Tom Thomson and Emily Carr and the Group of Seven along with the world\u2019s largest collection of Henry Moore sculptures. Then visit the nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/kensingtonmarket.to\">Kensington Market<\/a>, full of specialty food shops, eclectic restaurants (Kishner recommends <a href=\"https:\/\/eatrastapasta.ca\">Rasta Pasta<\/a> for Jamaican fare), and vintage clothing stores. For cheese lovers, don\u2019t miss <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheesemagic.ca\">Cheese Magic<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/globalcheese.ca\">Global Cheese<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_629602\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-629602\" style=\"width: 2000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-629602\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington.jpg\" alt=\"Cheese Magic store against blue sky.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-630x420.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-1680x1120.jpg 1680w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-1250x833.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/chinatown-kensington-660x440.jpg 660w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-629602\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>CHEESE PLEASE:<\/strong> For fans of <em>fromage<\/em>, Kishner says Cheese Magic is not to be missed. (Getty Images photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<br \/>\nBe sure to check out nearby Chinatown, too, known for its walkable streets and authentic cuisine. Kishner\u2019s pick: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunnyschinese.com\">Sunny\u2019s Chinese<\/a> restaurant.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Yorkville and Bloor Street West<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>The Bloor-Yorkville neighborhood offers a blend of galleries, shops, and cafes. It\u2019s also the place for celebrity sightings. Films like <i>My Big Fat Greek Wedding<\/i> and <i>The Shape of Water<\/i> were shot in Toronto, which, in addition to Vancouver, is known as the \u201cHollywood of the North.\u201d Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rom.on.ca\/en\">Royal Ontario Museum<\/a>, too, featuring Daniel Libeskind\u2019s crystal-like architectural addition, and dine at <a href=\"https:\/\/fatpasha.com\">Fat Pasha<\/a> for Middle Eastern food or <a href=\"https:\/\/onerestaurant.ca\">ONE Restaurant<\/a>, a contemporary hotspot.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_629622\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-629622\" style=\"width: 2000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-629622 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Yorkville-Bloor.jpg\" alt=\"Bloor Street sign against deep blue sky.\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Yorkville-Bloor.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Yorkville-Bloor-630x408.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Yorkville-Bloor-768x497.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Yorkville-Bloor-1536x994.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.rochester.edu\/newscenter\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Yorkville-Bloor-1920x1242.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-629622\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>STARS\u2014THEY\u2019RE JUST LIKE US!<\/strong> Celebrities can be spotted out and about in Toronto neighborhoods, including the Bloor-Yorkville one. \u00a0(Getty Images photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><b>If you have time. . .<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Catch a show at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.secondcity.com\/toronto\">Second City<\/a>, the legendary comedy club that launched Mike Myers, John Candy, Dan Ackroyd, Martin Short, Eugene Levy, and others. Plan to visit Ossington Ave., too, to find one of Kishner\u2019s favorite places: <a href=\"http:\/\/bangbangicecream.ca\">Bang Bang Ice Cream &amp; Bakery<\/a>. His top pick: London Fog, a blend of Earl Grey tea and vanilla. For more great food, dine at <a href=\"https:\/\/mamakas.ca\">Mamakas<\/a> for Greek fare or the <a href=\"https:\/\/goldenturtle.ca\">Pho R\u00f9a V\u00e0ng Golden Turtle<\/a> for its legendary Vietnamese pho. Save time for a drink at the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepaintedlady.ca\">Painted Lady<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/sweatybettysbar.com\">Sweaty Betty\u2019s Bar<\/a>.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Kishner, an avid concert goer, also recommends taking in a show at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livenation.com\/venue\/KovZpZAEkkIA\/budweiser-stage-events\">Budweiser Stage<\/a>, an amphitheater offering skyline views, or at the historic <a href=\"https:\/\/masseyhall.mhrth.com\">Massey Hall<\/a>, where he\u2019s seen Bob Dylan, B.\u2006B. King, and Neil Young. For a more intimate experience, check out <a href=\"http:\/\/thedanforth.com\">Danforth Music Hall<\/a>, the Horseshoe Tavern, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.historytoronto.com\">History<\/a>, owned by the Canadian rapper Drake.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Deciding when to go?<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If you plan ahead and don\u2019t mind crowds, attend the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiff.net\">Toronto International Film Festival<\/a>, held every September. June is packed, with the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.luminatofestival.com\">Luminato Festival<\/a>, Toronto\u2019s International Festival of Arts and Ideas; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pridetoronto.com\">Pride Toronto<\/a>, one of the world\u2019s largest Pride events; and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nxne.com\">North by Northeast<\/a>, a music and arts festival modeled after Austin, Texas\u2019s South by Southwest. In July, experience <a href=\"https:\/\/www.caribanatoronto.com\">Caribbean Carnival<\/a> (also called Caribana).<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Says Kishner: \u201cThe carnival\u2019s parade is a must-see.\u201d<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>This story appears in the fall 2024 issue of <\/em>Rochester Review<em>, the magazine of the URochester.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Toronto native Jeffrey Kishner \u201901S (MBA) shares plenty of picks for the perfect long 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