The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto Media Kit

MAKE YOUR STAY EXTRAORDINARY

CANADA’S DOWNTOWN

The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto is located in the heart of Downtown Toronto. Toronto Pearson International Airport is a 45 minute drive, and 30 min UP Train ride.

1 hour to New York

1.25 hours to Chicago

1.3 hours to Montreal

1.4 hours to Quebec City

3 hours to Dallas

Billy Bishop Downtown City Airport is open and operating flights to all NorthEast hubs. 8 min drive from hotel.

CURENT EXCHANGE RATES

$1 USD = $1.24CAD

EPOCH

UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS

Overlooking the beautiful Theatre District and David Pecaut Square

UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS

Overlooking Lake Ontario, the CN Tower and many attractions

NEWLY RENOVATED DELUXE ROOM KING LAKEVIEW

NEWLY RENOVATED

ONE-BEDROOM CORNER SUITE CITYVIEW

THE SIMCOE SUITE

900 SQ FT Suite with separate Living & Dining room that seats four

Welcoming entry foyer with powder room

THE WELLINGTON SUITE

1,450 SQ FT Suite with expansive Living & Dining room that seats eight

Welcoming entry foyer with powder room

Second seating area with pull-out Double sofa-bed

THE RITZ-CARLTON SUITE

THE RITZ-CARLTON SUITE

2,145 SQ FT Suite with spacious Living room and entry foyer with powder room

Separate Dining room that seats eight, adjacent pantry (with private service entrance)

Fitness Area with Elliptical and Kinesis Zero Impact Infinite movement system

THE RITZ-CARLTON CLUB LEVEL

The Ritz-Carlton Club Level redefines the luxury Hotel experience, combining intimacy, comfort and exclusivity with the personalized service and attention to detail that are the hallmarks of The Ritz-Carlton Brand.

THE RITZ-CARLTON CLUB LEVEL

With five complimentary culinary offerings throughout the day (breakfast, mid-day meal, light snacks, hors d' oeuvres, beverages and sweets), it is the ideal place to conduct business or simply unwind.

THE RITZ-CARLTON CLUB LEVEL

AMENITIES

SPA MY BLEND BY CLARINS

Overlooking the Toronto skyline from the hotel’s fifth floor, Spa myBlend offers a luxury experience available in only a select few Five-Star Hotels. Lauded among the best hotel spas in the world, this light-filled oasis pairs expert therapists with a menu of signature treatments

SANCTUARY

FITNESS CENTER

TOCA RESTAURANT

TOCA offers handcrafted Italian Trattoria Cuisine complimented by seasonal flavours & locally-sourced produce. TOCA is proud to collaborate with Chef Oliver Glowig, one of Rome’s most celebrated Culinary Leaders.

TOCA CHEESE CAVE

TOCA’s Cheese Cave features a variety of cheeses, hand-selected to compliment our menu. Our Sommelier has procured a collection of over 4,000 wines from all over the world –featuring Red, White & Sparkling wines from our own vines in Niagara and Prince Edward County

TOCA RESTAURANT

Private Dining Room

Seats up to 22 guests, is divisible into two separate rooms for up to 10 guests

RITZ BAR & CAFE

We invite you to savour handcrafted signature cocktails, classic infusions & liquid nitrogen martinis made to perfection by our expert mixologists.

Stop by during the day for Ritz Café Coffees, breakfast items to dine in or Grab & Go.

EPOCH Bar + Kitchen Terrace – The Terrace

A nod to remarkable food and signature libations throughout the ages

EPOCH Bar + Kitchen Terrace – The Dining Room

A nod to remarkable food and signature libations throughout the ages

EPOCH Bar + Kitchen Terrace – The Green Room

A nod to remarkable food and signature libations throughout the ages

THE RITZ-CARLTON, TORONTO EXPERIENCES

Allow our Ladies and Gentlemen make your stay filled with #RCMemories. Choose from a variety of culinary and locally curated amenities, hotel and destination experiences to complement your stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto.

All prices are plus applicable taxes and service charges. Experiences are based on availability. Contact our Guest Relations team to reserve your experience at toronto.guestrelations@ritzcarlton.com

KIDS MASTER CLASS: PASTRY CHEF

Allow one of our chefs show you the magic of -360° degrees. Learn how to make ice cream in just minutes in our kitchen.

• Have a full lesson watching the chefs use liquid nitrogen to make three types of ice cream

• Create your own magical sundae with various toppings to enjoy with our chefs

• To finish off the experience take tour of the kitchen to see where all the action happens.

Reservations: 24-hour notice required

Time: 3pm to 4:30pm

Cost: 50 CAD per child

KIDS URBAN SAFARI

Allow your little VIP to go on an urban adventure. A special tent will be prepared with all of the amenities to keep your Ritz Kid entertained during your stay.

• Tent set-up

• Stuffed Animal

• Books

• Glow Sticks

• Hotel Scavenger Hunt

• Milk & Cookies

• Starlight Projector

Reservations: 24-hour notice required

Cost: 175 CAD for one child

25 CAD additional child

KIDS SCAVENGER HUNT

Scavenger Hunts provide children with a playful exploration by encouraging them to explore the sights and sounds of the hotel that allow them to explore their minds and express their creativity. A Ritz Kids registration desk that includes:

• Kids coloring book

• Kids colored pencils

• Personalized welcome letter for the child

Your welcome Ritz Kids packet with a coloring book and a scavenger hunt kit is focused on the Ritz Kids four key pillars: water, land, culture and environmental responsibility Complimentary

FAMILY NIGHT

Movie Night

What better way to spend an evening than cuddled together on the sofa with popcorn and pizza while watching some great movies with your family. Enjoy a movie of your choice from our In-Room TV selection.

• Neapolitan Pizza (Spiced Margherita Pizza)

• Chicken Wings

• Local-Crafted Toronto Movie-Style Popcorn

• Local Vancouver-Crafted Hardbite Chips

• Two beers or four soft drinks of your choice to select from our In-Room Dining Menu

Serves up to two adults or four children: 79 CAD

MASTER CLASS:CHEESE & WINE

Take a Master Class with the chefs at The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto and learn about the ultimate party pleasers: Cheese & Wine.

• Take a private tour of our Cheese Cave and learn about different types of cheese we have selected you.

• Sample your choice of 3 cheeses from our Cheese Cave

• Learn how to build an impressive cheese board (with the selected cheeses)

• How to pair compotes, crostini and preserves

• Wine and cheese pairing

• Custom cheese take away with in-house made condiment to make your very own cheese board at home.

Reservations: 48-hour notice required

Time: 3pm to 4:30pm

Cost: 95 CAD per guest

MASTER CLASS: PASTA MAKING

Take a Master Class with the chefs at TOCA to learn how to make traditional pasta

• Pasta class, Learn to make 4 different pastas. Ravioli, Gnocchi, Cavatelli & Tagliatelli

• Explore different pasta tools & techniques. Lean about extruded pasta and laminated pasta

• Learn about the regions of pasta within Italy

• Cooking class for pasta sauces. Tomato, Pesto, Aglio e Olio

• Souvenir: Preserved signature Tomato sauce & Dried Pastas

Reservations: 48-hour notice required

Time: 3pm to 4:30pm

Cost: 95 CAD per guest

MASTER CLASS:GRILL & FORNO

Take a Master Class with the chefs at EPOCH on our outdoor kitchen terrace.

• Learn how to make the most out of your grill with techniques from of EPOCH Chefs

• Learn the importance of marinades, different temperature, seasonings to enhance your grill experience

• Our chef with do a grilling demo and tasting with meat and vegetables.

• A lesson on our signature focaccia Deluxe

• You will receive full recipes and instructions of the different techniques and items you tasted and a take home special chefs spice seasoning mix.

Reservations: 48-hour notice required Time: 3pm to 4:30pm

Cost: 105 CAD per guest

Guided Cupping and Pairing

Join Hoda Paripoush, Sloane Tea founder and the first dually certified Tea Sommelier in North America for a private cupping of rare and signature teas and learn how The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto Signature Blend was created while enjoying a curated pairing of tea and pastries created by our pastry team.

Session Includes:

• Tea 101

• Tea and pastry pairing

Reservations: 24-hour notice required

Time: 2 hours

Cost: $435*CAD per adult *plus applicable taxes

Create Your Own Blend

In this truly bespoke and hands-on tea experience, Hoda Paripoush (Sloane Tea Founder) will guide guests through an introduction to tea and the principles of blending, where each guest will then create their own signature tea blend using a selection of unique teas and specially sourced ingredients.

Session Includes:

• Tea 101

• Blending 101

• Creation of custom tea blend to take home

Reservations: 24-hour notice required

Time: 2.5 hours

Cost: $950 for two*plus applicable taxes

: $520 for one guest *plus applicable taxes

MASTER CLASS: SUMMER FLORAL CENTERPIECE

Our expert host & in-house florist Kerry from The Rustic Vine will guide and teach you to create a summer table centerpiece. Learn expert advice on how to create a signature seasonal floral centerpiece for your home.

Class Includes:

Step-by-step guide to floral arranging

Details on how to care for your centerpiece

All materials: container, summer blossoms, greens & material

A beautiful summer centerpiece to take home!

Reservations: 48-hour notice required

Dates: Thursdays from 1:00-2:30pm

Length : 1.5 - 2hours

Cost : 135 CAD per person

THE RITZ-CARLTON, TORONTO DESTINATIONS

Discover the beauty of our region with our specially curated destination experiences. See our region from different perspectives, by e-bike, yacht or around the lush Niagara wine country.

All prices are plus applicable taxes and service charges. Experiences are based on availability. Contact our Guest Relations team to reserve your experience at toronto.guestrelations@ritzcarlton.com

LET US MAKE THE WORLD REVOLVE AROUND YOU

GREEN ESCAPES

Discover Toronto by e-bike. Take your time to enjoy the sights and sounds of Toronto by riding some of the many designated bike paths throughout the city and enjoy the tranquility of the park and views of the city skyline.

• Map to the Toronto parks and Lakeshore westbound

• Bike Rental: 70 per guest

• Picnic: 65 per guest (picnic backpack with lunch for 2, water, picnic blanket, plates and cutlery provided)

Reservations: Adults only (over 16 years old)

Time: up to 6 hours between 8:00AM and 8:00PM

Discover the beauty of Toronto from Lake Ontario. Enjoy a half day excursion around the Toronto Islands, learning the stories and history of the area. You will be hosted by your captain and a dedicated attendant.

• Onboard Picnic - 65 CAD + taxes per person (food only) OR

Set menu with private chef for Decompression or My wiser time ( Starting at 150 CAD + taxes and service per guest)

• Complimentary transportation to and from the yacht

Reservations: Advanced reservations required, Adults only

Time: See time blocks

13th Street Winery evolved from a desire to create exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of Niagara, while also providing a place for guests to congregate and escape; to relax and discover; and to experience and learn.

The half day 13th Street Premium Wine, Food, and Art Experience includes the following:

• Enjoy an outdoor, seated wine experience that includes a flight of four premium 13th Street wines paired with artisanal cheeses. A 13th Street Wine Professional will guide you through the flight and teach you about wine and cheese pairing.

• After your premium wine tasting, enjoy a glass of wine and a lunch selection from the 13th Street Bistro Farm to Table Menu while you experience all of what 13th Street has to offer on property.

• Following lunch from the Bistro, stroll through the vineyard and discover the 13th Street Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden Tour.

• Concluding their visit, guests will receive one of 13th Streets famous butter tarts

Reservations: 24-hour notice required

Time: Recommended 11am -2pm

Cost: 95*CAD per adult | 35*CAD per child under 12 *plus applicable taxes

Transportation: can be arranged upon request, additional charges apply