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10Best Specialty Shops
Soma Chocolates
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
55 Mill St, Toronto  M5A 3C4 • 416-815-7662
Distance: ~2.006 km *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. You deserve a reward, don't you? Of course you do! A chocolate truffle is just right – rich and indulgent, but not too big. Soma's chocolate is considered by many local chefs to be the finest in town, and you'll find it on a number of restaurant menus. Try it for yourself at their shop in the Distillery District. In addition to traditional but oh-so-decadent candies, you can enjoy contemporary creations, gelato, cookies and hot chocolate.
       

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Spice Trader
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
877 Queen St W, Toronto  M6J 1G5 • 647-430-7085
Distance: ~2.372 km *
        Description: QUEEN WEST. The Spice Trader focuses on organic herbs and spices from around the globe. Virtually everything in the shop is organic (minus a few items that are simply not grown organically). Along with more than 100 individual spices, from asafetida to wasabi powder, you’ll find custom blends like the increasingly popular Middle Eastern Ras el Hanout and Za'atar. And who knew there were so many different varieties of salt?
       

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The Paper Place
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
887 Queen St W, Toronto  M6J 1G5 • 416-703-0089
Distance: ~2.392 km *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. Although it's certainly a destination for scrapbookers, unique invitation makers and crafters, this place has so many unusual papers that you'll be inspired even if you've never given a thought to the subject. Japanese, Thai and other Asian papers, Brazilian marbled papers, origami paper, journals, cardstock – the bounty is unlimited and incredibly colorful. A dazzling display!
       

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Rolo
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
24 Bellair St, Toronto  M5R 2C7 • 416-920-0100 • 877-765-6438
Distance: ~2.894 km *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. Sort of a combined gift shop and general store, Rolo is a fun place to browse even if you don't have a pressing need to buy anything. Hello Kitty change purses, Swatch watches, Alessi kitchen gadgets, Mathmos lamps – this is an exciting and eclectic collection. You may end up deciding you can't live without something you see here, even though you didn't previously know you needed it!
       

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The Cookbook Store
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
850 Yonge St, Toronto  M4W 2H1 • 416-920-2665 • 800-268-6018
Distance: ~2.955 km *
        Description: BLOOR - YORKVILLE. This specialty bookstore has been catering to novices and seasoned chefs since 1983. Their catalogue includes everything from classics like Ira Rombauer's "The Joy of Cooking" to the latest from Anthony Bourdain. The store frequently hosts book signings and cooking workshops.
       

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Cupcake Shoppe
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
2417 Yonge St, Toronto  M4P 2E7 • 416-322-6648
Distance: ~7.342 km *
        Description: MIDTOWN. Sure, they may be a little faddish, but cupcakes have a certain appeal that a slice of cake just doesn't. This charming little corner bakery makes perfect little single serving cakes that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Tempting flavors like the James Brown (chocolate buttercream on chocolate cake), Mango Madness (mango buttercream on vanilla cake) and Curious George (banana buttercream on chocolate or vanilla cake) are popular, but with about 15 daily varieties, you'll have a hard time choosing just one!
       

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Cheese Boutique
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
45 Ripley Ave, Toronto  M6S 3P2 • 416-762-6292
Distance: ~7.552 km *
        Description: WEST TORONTO. Since the mid-70s, this family owned enterprise has been providing artisanal cheeses to enraptured Torontoans. It's a hive of activity here, with some people dropping by simply to check out the cheese-aging cave. Others flock here for the free samples, rarely leaving without a purchase of some sort. And it may not even be cheese. Joining ranks with all this dairy goodness are a host of imported delicacies (Turkish figs, Italian olive oil, Hungarian paprika), premium deli meats, hard-to-find produce (fingerling potatoes, truffles), chocolates, coffees and more. Enjoy some of these gourmet treats in the café; alternatively, pick up the makings of an indulgent picnic lunch. The shop provides cheeses to all the top restaurants in town as well.
        User Rating: 9 / 10
       

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George's Trains
(Shopping - Specialty Shops)
550 Alden Rd, Markham  L3R 6A8 • 905-470-6200 • 877-887-2467
Distance: ~21.714 km *
        Description: Whether the model railroading fanatic is you, your kids or grandkids, your spouse or a friend, a trek to George's is a must. The two-level shop is jam-packed with new engines and cars (all gauges), plus every accessory you can imagine. Need a tree, a toolshed or a tricycle to complete your layout? George's is bound to have it. And a complete selection of Thomas the Tank Engine stuff, too.
       

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