LATTES
On the whole, Toronto’s coffee culture may not be as evolved as that of Vienna, Rome or even Seattle, but neither is this city lacking for good lattes (nor espressos or cappuccinos) to be sipped in comfort at welcoming independent cafes. Dark Horse Espresso Bar has two locations for a smooth, milk-frothed mug and the camaraderie fostered at large communal tables. Purists flock to Manic Coffee (426 College St., 416-966-3888) for a basic-black cuppa made from expertly sourced beans, and the specialty siphon coffee brewed by professional barista Sam James draws a crowd at his eponymous Sam James Coffee Bar (297 Harbord St., 647-341-2572).