Around Toronto

We call the vibrant city of Toronto home and know there’s no shortage of fun things to do with kids around Toronto. Whether you’re looking for Kid Friendly Toronto Restaurants or ideas for Toronto Date Nights, we have plenty of suggestions. From popular Toronto attractions to off the beaten path experiences around Toronto, we love Exploring Places in the city with kids in tow (and without).

If you’re looking to spend a weekend in Toronto as a family, it can be overwhelming to figure out the best Toronto hotel with a pool and the best spots to enjoy some craft beer with a baby. Luckily for you, we have all the answers you may be looking for. So don’t be shy, feel free to explore our suggestions. Whether you’re looking for Dining or Theatre options, there’s something for everyone visiting Toronto!

Even during the pandemic there are safe ways to explore Toronto and stay entertained! Nudge Yashy on Instagram if you have more questions!

Maple Leaf Monster Jam | Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway

Around Toronto

Yashy

Ever since I came to Toronto (nearly 10 years ago!!) I’ve heard of the big Monster Jam event and I’ve seen friends and colleagues get

Disney Live! Mickey’s Music Festival | Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway

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Yashy

We’re kicking of our gift guide and the next few days will offer you a chance to win some pretty awesome stuff in time for the

Sky Zone Trampoline Park with a Toddler

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Yashy

Couple weeks ago my sister in law was visiting Toronto and wanted to take Little Monkey to an indoor trampoline park…but Little Monkey had a

Shopping in Style with RBC Avion #AvionVIP

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Yashy

Think holiday shopping and you’re probably thinking long lines, elbowing each other and sweating away in the crowded malls. Hey, atleast that’s what I think

Family Sundays at the AGO

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Yashy

When we travel we hunt down Children’s Museums and look for new art galleries and museums to explore with the kids and yet when we’re

Eating out with Baby | Indie Ale House

Kid Friendly Restaurants

Yashy

This has been a long overdue review and I figured if I don’t do this now, I’d be doing everyone a disservice! I was waiting

Bindis and Bangles, A South Asian Baby Shower #TimeToHug

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Yashy

We had a busy weekend and there was one thing I was looking forward to…. the Bindis and Bangles Baby Shower hosted by Masalamommas. Why

Toopy and Binoo with a side of Barbie

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Yashy

This past weekend was a busy one but we managed to mix it all in and think we got a good balance of the kids and

Entry into the Toronto Preschool System

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Yashy

With the toddler telling us she was bored at home we knew we had to explore the downtown Toronto preschool options and I wasn’t looking

Eating out with Baby | Fonda Lola

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Yashy

We love LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE Mexican fare and we’re always looking for new spots to try out. We had friends visiting from Ireland and

Yashy

Born in Sri Lanka raised in Dubai, Bahrain, Pakistan, U.S, Australia and England, I now find myself settled in Toronto. Passions include wine, dining out, cooking, cocktailing, travelling, hunting for random fun events in the city and now… exploring all things family related. With two kids under the age of 12 we continue to explore everything that fascinates us! Our goal is to encourage young families to maintain the pre baby life, post kids. Having dined out and traveled to over 200 cities in over 20 countries since the first baby was born in 2011, we encourage you to travel and enjoy the culinary offerings in your own city!

Chris

When Yashy launched Baby and Life (now known at Parenting to Go) while on Mat Leave in 2011, I never envisioned being able to maintain such an audacious, at times hectic, life outside of our Downtown Toronto haven. As Yashy and I have continued to explore new activities and culinary experiences inside and outside of Toronto, I knew I needed to begin telling our stories from the Dad’s perspective. Our hope is that you will find this site to be both informative and inspirational, and if you have kids, or plan to, and are concerned that life as you know it ends at parenthood, we are here to tell you why that simply isn’t true.