Dare we say it but there’s no city in Canada like Toronto. A unique gem, even with all its imperfections, Toronto and the GTA is a place our family calls home and has for several years. Nowhere else in the world could we imagine wanting to live than Toronto. The freedom we enjoy here and diversity in culture has been nothing short of uplifting and joyful. From our Toronto Vietnamese restaurant to you, here are our top 7 reasons why we love Toronto.
It’s Easier Than Ever To Get Around
Toronto has made so many strides towards being a more eco-friendly, bike-friendly city and continues to do so. For us, getting to work is easier than ever to do on-foot. It’s no secret that a vehicle is a major expense. Though the TTC isn’t perfect, there are so many ways to get around that making it from ‘point A’ to ‘point B’ isn’t as much a challenge as it is in other cities or regions.
Unique Foods From All Over The World
Toronto’s blessed with millions of people. So many restaurants have sprung up serving these cultural populations and Toronto Pho counts itself among them, of course. From restaurants to grocery stores, you don’t have to walk far to eat Vietnamese, Italian, Mexican, Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Korean, or African foods. You also have so much different food types, a la vegan, vegetarian, organic, gluten-free, low-calorie, and more. You can find all of it here.
A City Of Hopes And Dreams
Toronto has a lot of small businesses, a strong community of entrepreneurs, and is ultimately somewhere you can come to build a new life for yourself. Many families have done it, ours included. It’s hard to say whether the same outcome for us would have been possible elsewhere. If you have a dream you’ve always wanted to pursue, you can come to Toronto and put your ambition to the test.
‘Culture’ Isn’t A Bad Word
No one can mention Toronto without discussing its many peoples. More than half of Toronto residents are born outside of Canada, something which isn’t a bad thing. We think of it as the world’s introduction to Canada. So many people gather here from all sorts of cultures, religions, nationalities. We have met so many unique people who come walking through our Vietnamese restaurant doors.
Kindness, From One Person To The Next
Toronto is a kind city, with lots to offer even in times of struggle. After nearly two years of difficult-to-navigate pandemic shutdowns and re-openings, it’s been a test of patience for us all. In Toronto, we’ve seen stricter restrictions than elsewhere in the country. Even with all of these changes, more often than not, our family has been met with kindness at every turn. At Toronto Pho, we have also done what we can in treating our customers with the same welcome and warmth. As hard as it’s been, we’ve never not felt the love emanating from the collective heart of our city.
So Many Artists, So Much Art
Entertainment. Music of all genres. Art of every type. It’s all here. We love the fact that in neighborhoods across the city, you have storytellers, artists, and homegrown artists as well as performers and artists from around the world all congregating in this one place. This makes it possible for collaboration to take place, for cultures old and new to have a stage and keeps things interesting.
Toronto Is Where We Make Our Memories
There are moments being born around every corner. From thrills at a sports game to festivals, theatres, babies being born, educations being earned, businesses closing, and businesses opening, there is so much life happening here. Every day, there is movement. Toronto isn’t somewhere that’s content on being any one thing. It is always changing. It’s a very exciting city to call home.
As a restaurant open most days of the year, we at Toronto Pho like to think we’ve helped play a role in making Toronto a destination for so many people. For all the pho you could want, filling meaty dishes, and favourites that come gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan, be sure to stop by either of our Toronto Pho locations today. Delivery and takeout are available as well. You can order online!
Toronto Pho offers the best pho, many classic Vietnamese dishes as well as plant-based alternatives for our vegan/vegetarian friends. Visit one of our 4 locations across Ontario today! Or order online for pickup or delivery through our easy to use app available for both Android and iPhone smart phones.
