IT’S THE ICING ON THE CAKE!
This nut-free Leslieville bakeshop just released a batch of fall-themed cupcake flavours like spiced apple cider, candy corn and pumpkin with cinnamon cream cheese. The cute shop also sells cookies, shortbreads, squares, tarts and even dog treats.
1238 Queen East, 416-469-4973, itstheicingonthecake.ca
BUNNER’S BAKE SHOP
The tried-and-true gluten-free and vegan bakery branched out from the Junction to open a second spot in Kensington Market this summer. Their cinnamon buns (free of wheat, dairy and eggs) rival anyone’s and have that perfect sticky-sweet mouth feel that’s improved by their vegan buttercream frosting. The sandwich bread avoids the crumbly and dry syndrome that usually plagues gluten-free breads.
3054 Dundas West, 647-352-2975 244 Augusta, 647-350-2975, bunners.ca, @BunnersBakeShop
THE LONGEST YARD
The family-friendly pub’s kitchen is peanut-free, meaning you can knock back suicide wings by the pound without worry (well, about the peanut part, at least). The larger-than-average burgers, which come with fries, weigh in at 7 ounces, and the lasagna is made in-house. Plus, the neighbourhood restaurant hosts regular game-viewing parties and kid-friendly events during holidays, including American Thanksgiving.
535 Mt. Pleasant, 416-487-6468 3313 Bloor West, 416-239-9484, thelongestyardrestaurant.com
Don’t miss: Allergic Alert! Can’t eat things like peanuts, wheat or soy? Feast is the shop for you.
