Repose at Reposado, where the selection of tequila is so vast it would take a lifetime of lemons to get through.

Catering to non-tequila tipplers as well, it’s is more intimate than other Queen West hangouts, and better still the nook by the front window also doubles as a mini-jazz stage on weekends.

So, no frets about bumping into frat boys and the club district gang; Reposado brings a classier edge to the Queen Street West strip.

Reposado, 136 Ossington Ave., Toronto, 416-532-6474, www.reposadobar.com

Once upon a time a street mutt and a prim Cocker Spaniel fell in love over a plate of spaghetti and meatballs.

For pasta made for sharing, we suggest Urbano. Cozy and warm, this lively little trattoria dishes out tapas-sized portions that are big on taste.

The crostini with pesto, white bean and tapenade dips ($7) prepped the palette for what was the best salsiccia, rapini and polenta ($9) dish we’ve had in ages.

And as for the spaghetti classica ($6) with three wholesome meatballs ($9) – it was love at first bite.

Urbano, 942 Queen St. W., Toronto, 416-532-5088.

The streets of Kensington smell a whole lot sweeter since Johan Maes sparked up his waffle iron.

At Goed Eten, Maes (co-owner of Petit Dejeuner) dishes out true Belgian style waffles ($3.50) laden with syrup, fresh fruit and billows of whipped cream.

We loved the dough-based Liège ($1.25) sweetened with tiny bursts of sugar, cinnamon and honey. And to satisfy a savoury craving try a waffle sandwich ($4.50) stuffed with peameal bacon, pesto and three cheeses.

Delicious to the very last bite.

Goed Eten, 66 1/2 Nassau St., Toronto, 647-345-7633. Open Thursday to Sunday.

Seating is limited so prepare to eat your gofre on-the-go.

After a year long hiatus, ex-Tempo chef Tom Thai is back in the kitchen—only this time, he owns the joint.

At Foxley, Thai takes tapas-sized portions and packs them with a Pan-Asian punch.

Lamb and duck prosciutto dumplings ($7) are belly-rubbingly good, as are the Vietnamese spring rolls ($7) stuffed with grilled Portobello, vine leafs, chipotle and herbs.

Trust us, even if you’re sent to nurse a warm beer at the tavern up the street (no reservations), the sea bream ceviche with yuzu and shiso leaf ($14) is well worth the wait.

Foxley, 207 Ossington Ave., Toronto, 416-534-8520.

Whether you’re snapping up spices at the souk or sipping mint tea in the medina, Marrakech is a sensory delight.

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Perched on the edge of a Berber village, Caravan Serai is the perfect place to escape medina madness. Rooms are Moorish in decor and most have their own terrace. Watch the sunrise in the magical gardens followed by a hammam and hearty breakfast by the pool. www.hotel-caravanserai.com

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In a city where you can easily spend an hour bartering over a bag of baubles, we suggest hiring a personal shopper to do it for you. A fashion insider with plenty of contacts and savoir fair, Laetitia Trouillet will beeline you to the best babouche, caftans, and tea glasses Marrakech has to offer. Apprx. $330 for the day (includes transportation and lunch). www.lalla.fr

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Rise early for petite dejeuner at the Marjorelle Gardens. Named after its creator artist Jacques Majorelle and later bought by Yves Saint Laurent, this bourgainvillia-scented Eden features more than 350 varieties of exotic plants. www.jardinmajorelle.com

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Sip sunset cocktails on the roof terrace of Yacout before sampling the Franco-Arabic menu at Le Foundouk. Carry on with more cocktails and bellydancing at hip nightspot Le Comptoir.

Fall into autumn with a gourmet getaway to Prince Edward County.

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More charm than chintz, the Devonshire Inn sits perched lakeside in the village of Wellington. A lovingly renovated Victorian, the house features eight intimate rooms, an elegant restaurant and two guest lounges fully outfitted with fireplace, books and board games galore.
24 Wharf St., Wellington, 1-800-554-9937. www.devonshire-inn.com

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Take a walk along the endless sandy beaches of the Sandbanks Provincial Park followed by a tour, tasting and light lunch at Huff Estates winery, www.huffestates.ca

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Savour the county’s finest ingredients at the Bloomfield Carriage House. Helmed by Scott Kapitan and Jacqui Vickers, the charcuterie plate ($14) – elk, air-dried boar salami, Bayonne ham and cornichon served with chutney and country pâté – sent our taste buds soaring.
260 Main St., Bloomfield, 613-393-1087, www.bloomfieldcarriagehouse.com

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From shabby chic armoires to vintage oddities, the county is brimming with antiques. Check out Dead People’s Stuff for an eclectic mix of cool retro and country bric-a-brac. www.deadpeoplesstuff.ca

Before the frost sets in, pull up a pew and take in the view on the streetside patio at Kensington’s Freshwood Grill.

Sandwiched between a fishmonger and a military shop, this 26-seat resto serves up good grub that’s fresh, local and mostly organic.

Warm flatbread wraps stuffed with grilled veggies and guacamole ($9) are tasty and filling, while organic burgers ($6) satisfy even the hungriest of humans. And don’t even think about getting greens with that – sweet potato fries ($3) are an absolute must.

Wash it all down with a bucket of beer (five bottles for $15) and then work it off with a kick around Kensington.

Freshwood Grill, 197 Baldwin St., Toronto, 416-340-6262, www.freshwoodgrill.com

London Bridge is falling down? We think not! Here's a guide to the real Times of London.

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You'll love the Babylonian palace–inspired Gilgamesh with carved walls and bar, retractable glass roof and model–perfect male servers. Sharing plates are de rigueur–must–haves include the Duck Spring Roll (£7.50) and Prawn Har Gau (£5.50). Stables Market, Chalk Farm Rd., Camden, London, 020 7482 5757, www.gilgameshbar.com

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Despite a name that's fit for la plage, Beach Blanket Babylon is just the place to live out your romantic Notting Hill fantasies. Sidle up to the action–packed bar and try the Boo Manchoo (£9.50), a tasty blend of organic strawberries, crème de fraise and vanilla vodka that will help you forget your drink cost more than your dinner. 45 Ledbury Rd., London, 020 7229 2907, www.beachblanket.co.uk

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From affordable to pure luxury, scale the fashion ranks at Selfridges & Co., owned by Canada's Holt Renfrew clan, stocking everything from TopShop (including the much–hyped Kate Moss line) to Temperley. Don't miss the homegrown Ted Baker range, featuring sleek silk dresses, proper peacoats and textured fabrics for fall. 400 Oxford St., London, 44 113 369 8040, www.selfridges.com

Think a trip to New York is going to cost you an arm and a handbag? We've got the inside scoop.

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When it's not playing host to Fashion Week, Bryant Park provides the perfect backdrop for another kind of black-and-white classic. Grab a spot on the grass, order sandwiches from 'wichcraft (delivered straight to your blanket), bring a bottle of wine (but don't advertise it) and cuddle up with your sweetie under the New York City lights. Our pick? Casablanca on August 13. Free movies run Mondays all summer long, at sunset. Between 40th and 42nd Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues, 212-768-4242. www.bryantpark.org

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Pssst!!!! Can you keep a secret? PDT (short for Please Don't Tell) located at the back of Crifdogs, is a speakeasy style lounge only accessible via a secret entrance in a vintage phone booth. Pick up the receiver and smile for the camera that's checking you out from the other side. Once you're buzzed in, grab a chair (there's a strict no standing policy) and chow down on deep fried hot dogs and tater tots that, oddly enough, go quite well with muddled fruit cocktails. Drinks are $11 but the dogs are street cheap, starting at $2.25. 113 St. Marks Place, 212-614-0386, www.pdtnyc.com

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Free on Friday? If you are, then the MoMA is too. Every Friday from 4 to 8 p.m., the Museum of Modern Art waves its standard $20 admission fee thanks to Target Free Friday Nights. Don't be daunted by the line, it'll all be worth it once you get inside and see the Richard Serra retrospective, currently the hottest exhibition in the country. 11 West 53 Street, 212-708-9400. www.moma.org