Surbhi & Tim

Thank you for coming from near & far to celebrate with us! It means the world to us that you are coming to see us in the place we call home. Toronto has a fantastic energy in the summer and we hope to showcase the very best of the city to make your time here as enjoyable as possible. 

A few things to know

Transportation

To/from Airport:
Taxi - ~$60 one way
UP Express - Skip traffic and get right downtown in 25 minutes for $8. Follow signs for the UP express at the airport. 

Getting around Toronto:

Uber, Lyft, Taxis work great! You can also try the TTC (subway, streetcars - kinda charming and cheap)!

It will be a city wedding, so no need for car hire or long-distance travel arrangements within Toronto. Taxi’s or Uber’s will be sufficient. We will provide a shuttle service at the at the end of the wedding on Saturday night to a central downtown location where you will either be able to walk or take a short taxi ride home to your hotel.

Food & Drink

Restaurants

Foxley - a favourite of ours! Sweet backyard-like patio and the best small plates in the city. Unfussy but in a great area for some bar hopping! 

Enoteca Sociale: Also in a great area, really nice small patio and DELISH Italian. 

Piano Piano - More Italian & Surbhi's favourite. Fun and delicious - can't go wrong. Will need a reservation. 

Rasa: Locally sourced ingredients and casual setting. It never disappoints. 

Paris Paris: Trendy hotspot & EXCELLENT set menu for larger groups. Will need to book in advance. 

Mamakas Tavern: Contemporary & elegant Greek food. Must make a booking!! 

Superpoint: On the reliably fun Ossington strip, you can't go wrong with a great pizza, local beer and a fun setting.

Bar Isabel: A College Street gem,  best Spanish tapas in the city. 

Grey Gardens: Casually sophisticated in the heart of Kensington Market. 

Cafes/Bars

Cocktail Bar - Our favourite and recommended activity - The Dundas Crawl. Start HERE and stumble into many other fine establishments along Dundas between Bathurst & Ossington. 

El Rey: Go here for an afternoon margarita and people watching in Kensington market. 

Bar Raval: Our favourite Saturday coffee spot. Get the freshly squeezed orange juice and tomato toast. 

Monarch Tavern: Tim's favourite corner pub (dark and low ceilings, you know the type). Bring in a panzerotti or slice from Bitondo's (Toronto institution) across the street. 

Breweries: Toronto is exploding with craft beer and breweries often have the best patios on a sunny afternoon. A few of our favourites are: Blood Brothers, Burdock, Bellwoods Brewery, and Hendersons. 

Other fun activities

Ferry to the Islands: Short ferry ride from the city centre (15 minutes) with a wonderful view of the city to the charming Toronto islands. There are several beaches to chose from (including a nude one!) or have lunch at the pub. 

Kensington Market: An eclectic neighbourhood with great food & culture. Good for a weekend stroll. 

Wychwood Barns: Our favourite Saturday farmer's market. Lots to try!

Shop along West Queen West: Nicest little boutiques with a lot of Canadian made clothing and jewellery. Try Ease, VSP, Tusk, 100% Silk, Fawn and The Wanderly.

Tim's favourites are the OVO store. Lost & Found, and Blue Tile Lounge. 

Alsooo if you are planning a larger Canada trip around the wedding, do not hesitate to email us. East Coast, West Coast - we have tips!!

The city has many hotel options. The recommendations we have made are all hotels that we have either stayed at or have visited. If you cast a net over these recommendations then any hotel you choose to stay at within this area is in a convenient location. AirBnB is also a great option.

Fairmont Royal York (Traditional Hotel Style)
Location: Downtown Core
4 Star Hotel - Approx $300 CAD /night
The Fairmont is the location for the function on Friday night and is where the majority of the Jain family guests will be staying. A block of rooms has been reserved at special rates. Please use the link below. 

Link: https://book.passkey.com/go/timsurbhiwedding

Website: www.fairmont.com/royal-york-toronto/

Shangri-La Hotel (Traditional Hotel Style)
Location: Downtown Core
5 Star Hotel - Approx $600 CAD / night
Website: www.shangri-la.com/toronto/shangrila/

Thompson Hotel (Boutique Hotel)
Location: Just West of Downtown Core
4 Star Hotel - Approx $500 CAD / night
Website: www.thompsonhotels.com/hotels/canada/toronto/thompson-toronto

The Gladstone Hotel (Boutique Hotel)
Location: Just West of Downtown Core
3 Star Hotel - Approx $300 CAD / night
Website - www.gladstonehotel.com/

The Broadview Hotel (Boutique Hotel)
Location: Just East of Downtown Core
3 Star Hotel - Approx $350 CAD / night
Website: www.thebroadviewhotel.ca/

Four Seasons Hotel (Traditional Hotel Style)
Location: Midtown - Just North of Downtown Core
5 Star Hotel - Approx $650 CAD / night
Website: www.fourseasons.com/toronto/