Summer is here so when we think about places to go in the city it usually involves going far away but sometimes it is better to enjoy a place in the neighbourhood. Toronto is very rich in green space, theaters, shopping centers, restaurants and much more. These are my Top 4 choices to visit around Downsview this summer.Enjoy! Black Creek Pioneer Village 100 Murray Ross PkwyThis attraction is a place to go with children, family and friends. It is a welcoming place with good story tellers who wear old costumes to give us the illusion that we are in old times. This is a place that showcases how Canadians took the first steps to make the modern Toronto that we live in today.DirectionsOption 1: Take 106 bus/ Downsview St - Trip cost: 3 $ one way.Option 2: take 105 bus to Gerry FitzGerald transfer to 60 bus to Murray Rose – trip cost: 3 $ one wayFor more information visit: http://www.blackcreek.ca/
Mystery Room 1140 Sheppard Ave. W. unit 13
Mystery room challenges you by trapping you in a room. To exit this entrapment you have to use your intelligence, logic and team work. Solving the clues provided in the room gets you closer to escaping the mystery room. This is a good place to go with your friends. There are many difficulty levels for those who want to challenge themselves more.(5 min walk west of Downsview subway station)For more information visit: http://mysteryroomonline.com/ Nino D'Aversa Bakery 1 Toro RoadOne of the best ice cream I’ve ever tasted is at Nino D’Aversa Bakery. The offer a variety of flavours in their traditional Italian style ice cream (gelato). This bakery has an exceptionally diverse menu –but I have to say the pizza is outstanding. This is a great place to go with family or friends to enjoy some very yummy food and treats.Option 1 ) take 108 bus / St Regis Cres at Keele St – trip cost 3$ one way.Option 2 ) take 107 bus/ LePage Crt at Keele St – trip cost 3$ one way. Plaza Latina 9 Milvan DrPlaza Latina is another favourite; serving typical dishes from Central and Latin America. Food is prepared on a daily basis with fresh ingredients. The aroma takes over your nose the moment you walk into the restaurant. This is a great establishment to enjoy good food with family and friends.