This is one of the better gift shops in Toronto. Parking here is difficult. There is metered street…read moreparking on the street in front of the store, there is also some residential parking within a reasonable walking distance. Both of those options were full, so I ended up parking in the commercial lot behind the store. It was very close to the shop. And I would recommend paying the fee, because it looks like it is patrolled regularly. They were giving tickets out when I was there. The shop has everything you would want in a souvenir shop. They had T-shirts, pajamas, magnets, toys, hats, sweatshirts, shot glasses, post cards, snacks, and a bunch a hockey and maple syrup stuff. The store is pretty well organized, the guy working was very nice and there goods are reasonably priced. I got all the gifts and souvenirs that I needed, with a bit that I didn't need. If you are in the market for some souvenirs while in Toronto, this should be one of your first stops.

Best last minute gifts! Coming from NYC trying to find last minute gifts and stumbled upon this…read moreplace. Great prices, friendly, and wide selection. Will come again!

No bueno! Super low quality souvenirs that you'll likely throw out when you move. Not worth the $$…read more- especially since there is a Dollarama on Queen and Spadina with the same quality of "Canada" souvenirs for cheaper. Also, make sure to check the expiration date if you purchase any consumables from here! (Or just avoid all together)

Neat little gift shop full of Canadian items. From jerseys to snacks to Salmon jerky, they seem to…read morehave everything gift you could possibly think of related to Canada. Located it Chinatown

This place was recommended to me by a friend when I was looking for gift ideas. They carry a ton of…read morestuff that would be suitable for what I was looking for, plus a lot more! They have plants - bamboo, money trees, jade plants, and more. They also have artificial flowers, floral arrangements, figurines, tons of costume jewellery, guitars, and much more. I ended up with a bamboo arrangement and a money tree, both for gifts. The plants were very healthy. Parking can be a bit challenging, with only one way in/out. Of course, winter conditions and snow/ice didn't help. Prices were more than reasonable. The owner, Yinly, was very friendly and helpful. Check out this place!

I often come to this plaza to visit the Best Buy. I decided to walk over to HomeSense recently,…read morewhich is next door. I managed to get a couple of items that were reduced. I got a pig-shaped breakfast mould for making pancakes and eggs. It was $2 and I wanted to give it a try. I also got an ice cube tray where the cubes are pineapple-shaped. It was also silicone and was going for a reduced price of $2. As much as I loved the food and kitchen accessories, everything else in the store wasn't as interesting to me. Maybe I have visited too many HomeSense stores with cool items as of late. Other than my two items that I purchased, everything else was okay. I eventually made it to the checkout to pay for my items. I had a cheerful woman who helped me with my transaction. All went well. I'll come back down the road to check out the store some more. I was thrilled to find my two great deals and hope to find more soon. (333)

HomeSense is a large department store with brand name products at very decent prices…read more It's part of parent TJX Companies holding that also includes Winners & Marshalls so you might notice some similarities in how all these stores is layed out. HomeSense stores have brand name merchandise for any room in your home including art, furniture, lighting and rugs. The consumer target market is drop-in customers as you can't shop on-line (...which is currently the case). On any given week they can stock a product you may never see stocked again. Other HomeSense stores may not have the same product on hand. If you like it, then I suggest you buy as you can always return it if you change your mind. Staff are helpful and checkouts are fairly quick.

Periwinkle is an awesome little jewellery shop that is located between High Park and Bloor West…read moreVillage. It features a wide selection of jewellery from local designers and a lot of different artwork. I love the Marilyn Monroe paintings that are by the front door, the navy blue and earth-toned floral pillows, and the photographs of Parisian scenes on wood. They also have a few different pieces of clothing and dresses, and a few items for kids.Most of the tables have the designers' business cards available, and most are willing to do custom work if you're inspired. It's definitely worth checking out if you're in the area or are looking to buy a creative gift. Also, since it's December, if you're going to a christmas party and want some festive earrings, they have a few different pairs of dangly earrings with christmas trees, silver bells and red and green balls. They also have some nice host gifts, like candles, candle holders, ornaments, and decorative kitchen items.

Disclaimer: I am very close friends with Cindy, the proprietor but I waiting until I actually…read moreVISITED the store before writing this review! Super cute store!! It's almost across the street from the Green Mango restaurant so it's on the East stretch of Bloor West. The store has a great selection of handmade goods from local artists! Everything from recycled shopping totes made from coffee bags, to handmade "dim sum" & "sushi" rings; to pretty gem and pearl necklaces. There is even a cute selection of clothes from local designers. Parking is relatively easy in front of the store. Definitely drop in to check out the stuff!

Wowie Zowie! If…read moreyou're even a little bit interested in cocktails, barware, or the finer things in life, you definitely need to make your way to BYOB when in Toronto. First there's the cocktail ingredients: bitters, mixers, syrups, etc. Then there are the glasses and barware--beautiful cocktail glasses, ceramic tiki glasses shaped like parrots and fish, shakers of all sorts of sizes and made of a variety of materials (glass, aluminum, etc). Fun details like toothpicks, metal straws, ice molds, etc. Plus fancy bar tools and accessories and glassware for beer and wine as well. Need help getting started? They're more than happy to help. And they have tons of books with cocktail recipes and more to give guidance as well. Prices are a little on the high side so I wouldn't stock my entire bar here but for beautiful pieces and additions it's absolutely worth visiting and acquiring items from them over time. It's a bit tight so be careful as you move around. Lost of delicate and expensive things in there that are easy to knock over.

BYOB is the best store in Toronto if you are looking to get inspire, get gifts for your picky…read moredrinking friends for special occasions.. Great selections of bar and cocktail wares. All these bitters for crafted cocktail mix, all these cool utensils, all these gadgets, and oh Beer Making kits! Maybe I can look like a cool mixlogist if I can stock up on some of the products that BYOB Cocktail Emporium!

Bought candles for my wedding decor. They had great selection and at a great price. Looking forward…read moreto see how long they last. Canadian made!!!

Their employees were super friendly and helpful! Found many candles we loved, but only bought 2. It…read moreseems like they probably offer candle making classes, would love to add that to my schedule when I come back again!

We love dropping by Loohoo to see what's in store! Loohoo sells so many cute goodies from candles,…read morestationary, home decor, smoking accessories, and even has an area for sexy stuff! Lindsay, the shop owner, has done a fantastic job creating a shop atmosphere that resembles a cozy apartment, and we always feel welcomed! In addition to selling things, Loohoo also hosts several events, from markets to craft nights. We always leave feeling super happy. :) Accessibility: no automatic door opener, but Lindsay is super helpful! Public and paid street parking available; located close to Queen streetcar stop. Gender-neutral bathroom on main floor, no changing table, but Parkdale library is across the street. I attended one market day, and some vendors were in the basement down uneven and narrow steps.

I've been into this shop several times, but am leaving a full review today…read more The first time I came into the shop, the shopkeeper greeting me very warmly and showed me the selection of wares as I was making my way through the store. First, the shop is so adorable. Decorated and dripping in serotonin, complete with a smooth playing running in the back, it was so healing for my inner child. It's laid out like the interior of a home so there's the living room you can sit and vibe in (while looking at a selection of bongs, tarot and oracle decks, and other cute things), there's a dining space with kitchen ware, an office library space complete with bookshelves and journals, and a bedroom space with sexy fun toys laid on the bed (from women owned businesses). As such the items are fairly and appropriately priced for what their value and purpose is. It's so hard to leave this store because Lindsay is always so so sweet and friendly, very knowledgable on each product and company they come from, and the neighbouring people who come in can proudly vouch for her as well! If you're looking for super cute products and want to support a local Canadian business, please check out this store. There's events that run frequently too so if you're not there to shop, you can come and join in on activities! I'm also a business owner and have tag-teamed with Lindsay for a tarot reading event that was very successful and have returned for a market event this weekend.