Came here to try to find an owl themed birthday card for a close friend whose birthday was later in…read moreJuly as of date of review before going online, and I found one, plus it happened to be the last one left! Beautiful ambience, beautiful balance between being too empty and too cluttered, very neat and tidy, many interesting cards and other gift items, at much better prices than various major chain stores. The service was professional and very friendly, found an interesting music themed notebook at a price I can afford for a future visit. As this place is also very close to my cat's vet, it's pretty easy to make a visit or two within a two to three month period. Most likely coming back!

I shop with Pina, the owner every week. I always need cards and presents to send to friends along…read morewith particular presents. One valuable item I found was the candle lighter which is rechargable . The price is very reasonable and I purchased two for gifts. I never leave the store empty-handed and come away feeling pleasantly relieved that I found what I was looking for and even other items that will come in handy. A fabulous place to shop land feel good. Norma McGrath 83 yrs of age

I really like walking here in the summer time when there's beautiful weather and sometimes they…read morehave the open markets in the middle. You can easily grab a bite to eat and browse. I mostly come to window shop and get some fresh air and a few steps in. It's always kept so clean and organized, and I think they do a great job with hosting those market events. Clear signage etc. I will say, I'm not a fan of their parking structure. People litter a lot of random stuff and I think maybe they can just put a few garbage cans near there.

The layout here is very similar to shopping centres in the southern US…read more It's got all the accoutrements, i.e. benches to sit on and relax while enjoying your designer coffee. They had artists displaying their wares for sale under white canopies. Personally speaking, I find this place a tad overhyped.

Cute little place to pick up all kinds of gifts. Bought some punny thank you cards that say "A note…read morefor you" with musical notes.

I stopped by this shop after noticing their window display and wanted to check out their Jellycats…read more They have a small collection, so if you're into Jellycats, it's worth a visit. I spotted the cute snake keychain and the adorable new ram plush (the keychain was $33.95 though, when other retailers sell it for $32.50). They also carry various other knickknacks, but I was mainly there for the plushies.

Great store, great goods. This store is Harry Potter Heaven so many licensed novelty goods.read more

A new boutique store in the Cabbagetown area that houses many local artists and talents! It is…read moregreat to get a one stop shop for stationery (cards/postcards) and gifts for any occasion. The owner is super friendly and helpful in assisting to find the perfect items. There is even an in house corgi!! Each time I visit, there is always something new to discover. Cant wait until the next time I stop by!

From the owner: Artisan MRKT is a one-of-a-kind store celebrating the creativity of Canadian small businesses,…read moreartists, and makers. Discover a curated selection of unique items that cater to all tastes and styles. From stunning artwork to thoughtful gifts, Artisan MRKT offers something special for everyone while supporting local talent and craftsmanship.

When I was a kid I remember going to Fairview Mall. Back then you had Sears and Hudsons Bay as…read moreflagship stores. Now in 2025, both big box stores are no longer in business. Fairview Mall has gone through an evolution and reimagination of the retail space. I love how they redeveloped the space where Sears used to be. The space is now converted into a mini Chinatown spot with Saint Germain bakery, bubble tea shop, Hong Kong style cafe, Thai restaurant, and a T&T Supermarket. On the top floor there's a Marshalls / Homesense big box store. I noticed the Zara store has been renovated and now occupying 2 levels. The store looks immaculate and love the modern layout and self serve checkout kiosks to make shopping faster for DIY people. I managed to do some shopping at H&M and got some great deals in the sale section. I also bought some groceries like green beans, lychee, bbq pork buns, and curry beef pastries. It's not very often you can go to regional mall and be able to buy clothes, groceries, and bakery goods. It was a pleasant experience. I look forward to the transformation of the vacant Hudson Bay space. Oh did I mention they have a Playdium arcade in the old Sportchek space beside the Cineplex theatre.

Good to see CF Fairview mall is thriving. It is very spacious, well maintained, and all the shops…read moreare open. Food options are remarkable. You have the usual fast food at the food court, but at the other side of the wing you have plenty of Chinese restaurant. T&T supermarket is here too Very coinvent location, ample parking for everyone. There is access to bus line and subway.

I just had an outstanding customer service experience with Baskits…read more I received a gorgeous Christmas basket as a gift, the Champlain XL. I was very excited, as it is beautifully presented in a big grey and white plaid basket, and it is filled with amazingly delicious products, such as gourmet salted caramel chocolate truffles, chocolate covered biscuits, chocolate bars, peanut brittle, shortbread cookies, and more! Unfortunately, when I opened it, I realized that most of the products had already expired. I contacted their customer service, to see if there was anything they could do. Despite the fact that their offices were closed for the holiday season, I received a reply from Cailin, who graciously rectified the issue promptly. In the past I ordered a gift from Baskits for a friend, a lovely large wooden chest, personalized with his baby's name and filled with lovely products. My friend at the time was really grateful for such a beautiful gift. It is refreshing to see a company with such high standards in terms of both the products they offer, as well as their customer service. Their products are pricey, but they exude quality and the peace of mind in terms of customer care is priceless.

I sent my fiance' an Adelaide large chocolate box, and he absolutely loved it…read more Customer service was superb as well, the staff was extremely friendly, patient and helpful... I know where I'm getting my next gift. Hiba.

I could not be happier with my experience at Helen Blakey Flowers. I live in the US and was looking…read moreto have some flowers delivered to my mom for her birthday. I did a quick Yelp search and found a few options - the photos of Helen Blakey's arrangements were most in line with my aesthetic and very reasonably priced for delivery. I ordered the Teleflora's Pretty Pastel Bouquet - Standard and made a quick note in the comments section about what I liked most about the arrangement. The online system was very simple to use (it looks like many florists use the same system) and I placed the order on Mar 10, 3 days in advance of the desired delivery date of Mar 13. I was a little apprehensive about placing an online order with a florist without any verbal/email communication but decided to give it a chance - and am so glad I did! The arrangement my mom received was absolutely stunning and even more beautiful than I expected!! I didn't specify a delivery time - the arrangement was delivered in the afternoon on the day requested. My mom has texted me multiple times about how much she loves the flowers and even said (and I quote): "I think these are the most beautiful flowers I have ever received in my life. The pleasant colours, the aroma, the charming delivery driver, the ribbons on the packaging ..." The arrangement & overall experience brought her so much joy! Helen Blakey Flowers is definitely going to be my go-to Toronto florist now & I may even look into using them for my Toronto wedding next year! THANK YOU to the Helen Blakey team for such a great experience :)

I ordered the Pretty Please Bouquet on Wednesday afternoon (May 6) to be delivered on the Saturday…read morebefore Mother's Day (May 9). I completed the order process online, which was quick and simple. I requested for the delivery to be made after 4:00PM and the Helen Blakey team did a great job to meet my expectation. In addition to making a note on the delivery card to deliver as "late as possible," the individual that delivered the bouquet asked the security guard of the building to hold on to the bouquet and contact the recipient at a later time than when they actually dropped it off. The flowers were fresh and beautiful. I couldn't be more impressed with my experience and I look forward to placing future orders!