The Glow of the City
December in Toronto is a symphony of light, elegance, and indulgence.
The skyline glimmers in gold, boutique windows shimmer with designer displays, and the city’s rhythm slows just enough to let its refined side shine.
It’s the time when luxury feels softer — less about show, more about experience. From candlelit dinners to curated holiday markets, December invites us to savor the best of the city in its most enchanting form.
At Penthouse Queen, we see Toronto not just as a place to live — but as a lifestyle to be experienced.
🥂 Where to Dine: Culinary Elegance in Every Corner
Alo – Elevated Indulgence Above Queen Street
A perennial favourite for Toronto’s elite, Alo transforms every evening into an intimate performance of flavour and artistry. With a tasting menu that changes like the season, every course is a celebration of precision and passion.
Louix Louis – The Golden Hour of Dining
Inside The St. Regis, this stunning bar and restaurant glows under a canopy of gold. Perfect for festive dinners or late-night martinis, it’s a modern interpretation of old-world grandeur.
Mimi Chinese – Where Drama Meets Design
Vibrant, bold, and utterly chic — Mimi’s moody interiors and contemporary Chinese dishes create an atmosphere that’s both glamorous and intimate.
Canoe – Dining Among the Clouds
Perched high above the Financial District, Canoe pairs panoramic skyline views with a menu inspired by Canada’s landscape — a love letter to elevated simplicity.
🎁 Where to Wander: Toronto’s Most Refined Holiday Moments
🎄 The Distillery Winter Village
Twinkling lights, artisan vendors, and warm mulled wine — Toronto’s most romantic holiday market feels like stepping into a snow globe.
❄️ Yorkville Village Holiday Market
Boutique luxury meets European charm — browse fine goods, local crafts, and seasonal bites beneath glistening trees.
🛍️ Bloor-Yorkville Lights Festival
From Hermes to Holt Renfrew, Yorkville’s designer-lined streets sparkle with artistry — a visual feast of elegance and creativity.
🕯️ Evergreen’s Winter Pavilion
For a slower pace, wander Evergreen Brick Works — nature, design, and community fused into a cozy outdoor experience.
🕯️ How to Bring the Season Home
Toronto’s December palette is soft and timeless — champagne golds, ivory, amber, and candlelight. To capture that same sense of calm sophistication at home:
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Layer plush throws with rich velvet or cashmere.
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Mix metallic accents with natural greenery.
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Choose fragrance that warms the senses — amber, cedarwood, and spiced orange.
PQ Tip: Lighting defines mood. Dimmers, candles, and twinkling reflections turn any evening into an experience.
💜 The Penthouse Queen Perspective
December reminds us that luxury is not just found in the skyline — it’s in the moments that fill it. A perfectly plated meal, the quiet hush of snow outside floor-to-ceiling windows, the laughter of guests gathered by the fire.
Toronto, in this season, becomes more than a city. It becomes a feeling — refined, radiant, and alive.
At Penthouse Queen, we celebrate not only the properties that define luxury, but the lifestyle that surrounds them.
