“Our intention with Ace Hotel Toronto was to make a positive contribution to our city, a welcoming civic space where life happens and memories are made, and where both locals and their guests feel equally at home”, explains Brigitte Shim, co-founder of the architecture studio.

And since nothing beats creating memories while gathered around a table, the hotel has created three places to eat and drink, running from the ground floor to the 14th floor. In charge of this trio is the acclaimed chef Patrick Kriss, aided by chef Devin Murphy in the daily management of the kitchen and pastry chef Victoria Ammendolia. Continuing this North American chain’s long tradition of providing open common spaces, The Lobby offers the ideal meeting point at any time of the day. In the morning it warms us up with a cup of coffee and pastries, while later on it toasts us with cocktails, wine by the glass and light dishes.