Choose Toronto or San Francisco. What are the special attractions in both places?

Yongge-Dundas Square is one of the most prosperous areas in Toronto. Hundreds of years ago, Indians on Lake Huron named the present Toronto area as "gathering place". Today, Toronto is dotted with some colorful communities, which embody unique multicultural characteristics. Today, Toronto has become a veritable gathering place for all ethnic groups, and its multicultural characteristics can be seen from the colorful communities in the city.

downtown toronto

Kensington market (Kensington market)

There are goods from all over the world in shops with a multicultural atmosphere. You can find Taobao in these nostalgic markets and second-hand shops, and those restaurants and cafes with their own characteristics are guaranteed to make you linger.

Chinatown (China City)

Open-air stalls on both sides of the street are filled with oriental specialty shops and fruit and vegetable markets every day. Cantonese dim sum is well known here, and you can also buy high-quality American ginseng (there are five Chinatowns in Toronto, located in the west, east and surrounding areas of the city center).

old town

The history of this area can be traced back to the beginning of19th century. It is the center of local art, culture and historical sites, and also the site of the densest Victorian architecture in Ontario.

St. Lawrence Market

This ancient market is already very busy at ordinary times. On weekends, the market is crowded with farmers, artists and artists, displaying and selling their products and artworks.

Old brewery (brewery historic district)

This ancient factory is now the center of art, culture and entertainment in the city center, and it is also the best-preserved Victorian industrial building area in North America.

Yong urban area (Yong urban area)

Yang Street is the longest street in the world. Bars, shops and restaurants in the Yang Street-Dundas area at the junction of Yang Street and Dundas Street are often full of customers. Yonge-Dundas Square on the corner often holds open-air celebrations during festivals.

Financial district and underground city (financial district &; Underground city)

Under this reinforced concrete jungle with glass curtain walls and skyscrapers, it is the largest underground city in the world-Path, which is 27 kilometers long. There are more than 1200 shops and services in the underground city.

Entertainment area (entertainment area)

The entertainment area in downtown Toronto is full of theaters, concert halls, venues, restaurants, nightclubs, retail stores and attractions.

Fashion district

This is a good place to find local fashion, original design, various fabrics and furs.

Queen street West

In this street, you can find the most fashionable clothes and the most avant-garde restaurants. And galleries, antique shops and dance halls add a lot of culture and entertainment to this street. City TV Station is the landmark building of Queen West Street. The MuchMusic program produced by this TV station often invites famous singers to entertain, and the open-air stage is located on the street.

seashore

At the Queen's Pier in the port area of Toronto, you can visit specialty shops. In the center of the nearby harbor, there are theaters and entertainment facilities, and there is a beautiful seaside corridor along the coast. You can enjoy ferries and private yachts on the boating lake, and you can also enjoy the lakeside scenery by boat.

The island in the middle of the lake.

There is a large summer amusement park on the island. You can rent a boat, or ride a bike around the island, or roller-skate on the boulevard, or have a picnic on the green grass or on the beach.

Brewer-Yorkville (Brewer/Yorkville)

Toronto's high-end shopping and high-end restaurants, various brand-name shops and designer boutiques, interesting antique shops and galleries all reveal elegant taste.

Little Italy

This is the spiritual home of the Italian community in Toronto, where restaurants, cafes and traditional billiards rooms can be seen everywhere.

Tongzhi village

This is a famous gay community, and Canada's largest gay parade is held every year. You can enjoy the unique customs in bars, restaurants and streets in this area.

Greece city

There are a large number of Greek restaurants on Danfoss Street, offering authentic Greek cuisine such as kebabs; In addition, there are some small shops with their own characteristics and rich southern European customs on both sides of the street.

beach

The beach area is located in the east of the city center. You can take a walk on the boardwalk on the beach by the lake, or play in the lake, or sunbathe on the beach. Looking around, villas with lake views, shops with different styles and warm restaurants constitute the unique characteristics of the beach area.

Italy (corzo, Italy)

Top fashion in Italy; Cafes and restaurants serving local Italian dishes attract guests from far and near.

Little Poland

Roncesvalles village in Toronto is a Polish community in the city. In this community full of Central European colors, there are delicious special foods everywhere, and you can feel the lively atmosphere and fun of different festivals. This unique small community adds a small-town flavor to Toronto.

Urban depression area

Broccoli Town used to be a working-class settlement, but now it has become a beautiful community. Redecorated Victorian houses and quiet parks can be seen everywhere in this area. Famous scenic spots include Valley Town Farm (the original site of Toronto Zoo) which was built from the end of 19 to the beginning of the 20th century, and the distinctive Allen Garden.

Indian market (Indian market)

The Indian market, located in Gerrard St. East, also known as "Little India", is the largest Indian domestic product market in North America. Here in Little India, exquisite Indian household ornaments, hand ornaments and works of art can be seen everywhere. Before you are attracted by the most attractive food in the market, don't forget to buy something you like to take home as a trophy.

Duozi tasty

When you come to Toronto, bring your appetite. All kinds of delicious food in Toronto restaurant will definitely make your mouth water and satisfy your appetite. Canada is vast in territory and abundant in natural resources, with rich products, from delicacies to seafood, from freshwater lakes to seafood. The most famous are Vancouver Crab, Alaska King Crab and Atlantic Lobster. Canada is also rich in various fresh agricultural products, such as meat (beef in Canada is the best), grains, dairy products and so on. In addition, immigrants from all over the world brought home spices and cooking skills, and enjoyed international cuisine in Toronto, which can be described as genuine, world-class and uncompromising. From Chinese food to western food, from Peruvian snacks to Japanese food, as well as Indian curry, Korean barbecue, Italian macaroni and French food, there are countless dining options here. If you are not satisfied, you can try Canada's game, including North American wild beef, venison and glacier purified water. More than 7,000 restaurants in this city reflect the flavors and cultures from all over the world. No matter what your taste is, there will always be a place for you.

1, China cuisine

Toronto has the largest Chinese ethnic group outside Asia, and the Chinese restaurants here are naturally numerous and authentic, blending Sichuan cuisine, Hunan cuisine, Cantonese cuisine and even northern cuisine. These China restaurants are all over downtown Chinatown, as well as scarborough, Richmond Hill, markham and Mississauga in the west.

2. Italian food

Toronto has a large Italian population, so there are pure Italian restaurants here. You can taste the dishes from different parts of Italy and the latest cooking techniques. The chef's craftsmanship is absolutely first-class, and you are guaranteed to have a big meal! What is worth visiting is Little Italy, with its unique outdoor restaurants and cafes, which makes you feel like you are in a Mediterranean resort.

3. Greek food

Want to try an authentic dessert with nuts and honey? Go to Greece! Many restaurants here have open kitchens, and you can witness the cooking process with your own eyes. Every August, the taste of Danfoss is a good place to taste all kinds of Greek food and experience the Mediterranean food culture.

4. Indian food

There are pure Indian gourmet restaurants and Indian specialty shops on the streets of India, which immerse you in the rich Indian cultural atmosphere. The Gerard Indian Market here is the largest concentration of Indian clothing, daily necessities and food in North America.

5. Dining instructions

Tip: When eating out, if you are satisfied with the service of the restaurant, the general practice is to tip 65438+ 05% of the pre-tax bill. Please note that some restaurants will automatically tip.

It is included in the bill, so you must read it carefully when paying to avoid double payment. Hairdressing, shoeshine, taxi and other services also need to be tipped, and the amount is about 15%.

Drinking regulations: The legal drinking age in Ontario is 19 years old. Please comply with relevant laws and regulations automatically, and pay special attention to public places.

San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge was built at 1937, with a cost of $35.5 million. It is one of the largest single-span suspension bridges in the world. The total length of the Golden Gate Bridge is 2,780 meters, and the height from the sea surface to the center of the bridge is about 67.84 meters. There are two 227-meter-high towers at both ends of the bridge. At both ends of the Golden Gate Bridge Orange Island Bridge, steel columns stand and are connected by thick steel cables. The midpoint of the steel cable hangs down, almost close to the bridge body, and the steel cable and the bridge body are connected by thin steel cables. The whole Golden Gate Bridge looks simple and magnificent. In memory of designer and engineer Strauss, people put his bronze statue on the bridge. On the day when the Golden Gate Bridge was completed, 200,000 people happily crossed the bridge to celebrate this day. Today, the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the busiest bridges in the world, with about 654.38 million cars rumbling by every day.

The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the world-famous bridges and is regarded as a miracle of modern bridge engineering. The designer of the Golden Gate Bridge is engineer Strauss, and people put his bronze statue beside the bridge to commemorate his contribution to the United States. This bridge stands on the Golden Gate Strait in California, USA, with a width of 1900 meters. The Golden Gate Strait is the entrance to San Francisco Bay, with steep banks and deep waterways. It was discovered by British explorer Francis Drake in 1579 and named after him.

[Edit this paragraph] Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf used to be the berth of Italian fishermen, and now it is the most popular place in San Francisco, full of excitement all year round. The cancer sign at the intersection of Jefferson Street and Taylor Street is a symbol of Fisherman's Wharf. Tourists from all over the world come to San Francisco to enjoy a fresh and delicious seafood dinner. There are also Ocean Park Museum and so on near the pier.

The sign of Fisherman's Wharf is a circular billboard with a big crab painted on it. Find the "big crab" and you will arrive at Fisherman's Wharf, which is the first choice for San Francisco to taste seafood. The coastal area near Fisherman's Wharf is rich in delicious seafood such as crab, shrimp, abalone, cuttlefish, sea urchin, salmon, mackerel and cod. The best time to taste seafood is from June to June every year. At this time, when you come to Fisherman's Wharf, people can eat the excellent Dan Kenneth Crab. The cooking method of seafood is very simple. Braised pork, salt and pepper, which will destroy the original flavor of seafood, have been replaced by boiled meat. Without the cover of seasoning, the freshness, tenderness and cooking temperature of seafood are vividly reflected, and the degree of delicacy is beyond words.

Lombardy avenue

Diagonal street is a major feature of San Francisco. The section from Balang Street to Liwen Street is a steep downhill. In order to prevent traffic accidents, the municipal authorities specially built flower beds. At this point, the car can only spiral down, and the speed cannot exceed 5 miles per hour. Therefore, this section of street is called "the most crooked street in the world". When you come to San Francisco, most tourists come to test their driving skills. The flower beds on both sides of the driveway are full of roses, and every household on both sides of the street also plants flowers and grass at the door. When the flowers bloom, it looks like a velvet embroidery hanging obliquely from a distance, which is beautiful, so it has the reputation of "Flower Street".

San Francisco is really a paradise for holidays. The cultural and historical landscape is pleasing to the eye, the restaurant food is surprising, and the richness of the hotel is beyond imagination. There are also various cultural performances and sports in American big cities that tourists expect.

Looking down at San Francisco from the air, the city is as neat as a transistor radio: exquisite Victorian architecture, square park, blue seaside scenery, beautifully decorated skyscrapers, reflective glass reflecting beautiful street scenes, winding highways extending to towering business districts.

The strongest sound in San Francisco is the enthusiasm of immigrants, which is an intoxicating cultural mixture: Italians, China, Spaniards, Japanese and South Asians with their own characteristics are scattered in different settlements in California.

It is this city that has given us the "beat generation", the "hippie" revolution, gay demonstrations and yuppies. Whether you like raving or Frank sinatra, whether you are addicted to ballet or prefer skateboarding, you can find fun here. Welcome to San Francisco, because it is the most generous city in America and one of the greatest cities in the world.

Looking down at San Francisco from the air, the city is as neat as a transistor radio: exquisite Victorian buildings, square parks, various seaside tourist areas, beautifully decorated skyscrapers, beautiful street views reflected by reflective glass, and winding highways extending to towering business districts. The bustling street view of Chinatown allows visitors to condense the culture of taste of china. The Legion of Honor Palace in California is like the Sam Palace in Paris. The grandeur of the city hall is amazing. The M.H. Deyang Memorial Hall shows visitors magnificent American art. There are towering trees in the vast park, and the "boardwalk" in Santa Cruz has a long history. The ferry shuttled through the bay and headed for Alcatraz. The cable car winds in the mountains with the Golden Gate Bridge wrapped in fog as the background. Cross the Qingxiang Bridge and drive south on the 1 highway, and the redwood forest in California comes into view.

List of scenic spots: Golden Gate Bridge, City Hall, M.H. Deyang Memorial Hall, great basin Sequoia National Park, Santa Cruz, koita, Art Palace, Union Square and its surrounding bustling areas, Yosemite National Park, Ma Yao Africa Paradise, Twin Hills, Chinatown, Asian Art Museum, Handmade Folk Art Museum, Haigouyan and Cliff House, Silicon Valley, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, and Gulf Cruise.

Dietary characteristics

San Francisco is rich in products, and the rich seafood dishes at Fisherman's Wharf have always been a reserved feast in San Francisco. There are many kinds of food tastes in San Francisco, and Chinese restaurants are an important part of them. San Francisco claims to have the most authentic Chinese food in America, and Chinatown has always been dominated by diners.

Consistent with the distribution of ethnic groups in San Francisco, the places where ethnic groups gather always have their own food culture. North beach, an Italian community, is naturally the best choice for tasting Italian food.

Mexican food is another major cuisine in San Francisco. Japanese food is also very common. When these exotic cuisines were transplanted to San Francisco, they inevitably encountered some "improvements" and formed local cuisines in California.

Coffee in San Francisco is an important part of its food culture. Street cafes can be seen everywhere like fast food restaurants, and various coffee categories have once become the research objects of people who are keen on it.

Because there are many immigrants in San Francisco, immigrants of different nationalities live independently, forming a small country like China City, and exotic restaurants are born. In addition to the original California cuisine, there are many foreign cuisines. Chefs in San Francisco use rich local raw materials and refer to foreign cooking methods, and adopt brand-new recipes to cook high-quality delicious food that conforms to the laws of nutrition science. San Francisco has a large number of chefs who break the traditional rules and a multilingual tongue twister menu. It is indeed a gourmet paradise.

If you want to taste fresh seafood, you must go to Fisherman's Wharf, the treasure house of seafood. Fast food seafood such as seafood sandwiches and boiled crabs can be bought at the stalls near the sign of Fisherman's Wharf.

The most distinctive dishes in San Francisco are Duncan crab and old bread. The two most famous food streets in San Francisco are Chinatown and Italian Restaurant Street (north beach).

There are countless Chinese restaurants in the leading Chinatown in Europe and America. Besides dinner, the breakfast here is also quite rich and exquisite.

Beihai Beach is called Little Italy. On Columbus Avenue in the center of North Beach, there are fashionable Italian restaurants and cafes dotted with green, white and red represented by Italy.

Besides, russian cuisine, Japanese food, Cambodian food, Korean food, Greek food and Swedish food can feast their eyes on gourmets all over the world. The local newspaper and the San Francisco Handbook of the San Francisco Tourism Bureau also have restaurant guides.