Spot a celeb and enjoy a fresh croissant at Le Pain Quotidien
Spot a celeb and enjoy a fresh croissant at Le Pain Quotidien

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Now, we’re certainly not suggesting you stalk anyone, but these 10 haunts may be where to spy your favourite A-listers.

WHOLE FOODS Clive Owen, bodyguard and all, has been seen shopping at this organic grocery.

LETTIERI (94 Cumberland St., 416-515-8764) People-watch while you get your daily java fix at this covered patio at the centre of the action.

LE PAIN QUOTIDIEN The stars have to eat—well, most of them, anyway—and this Belgian bakery-café’s outposts are known celebrity magnets.

KIDDING AWOUND Stars with tots in tow love idling the time away at this toy store.

BISTRO 990 This sophisticated den, slightly removed from the throngs of rabid fans, prides itself on tried-and-true French fare.

TRATTORIA SOTTO SOTTO The privacy offered by this romantic eatery makes it a preferred hang for visiting glitterati.

SASSAFRAZ The wraparound patio is at the heart of Yorkville and a prime place to play spot the star.

ONE The exclusive patio at star chef Mark McEwan’s newest resto was the place to be scene at last year’s festival.

VATICANO TRATTORIAThe tucked-away location, swank atmosphere, stellar service and classic Italian recipes are the bait.

STARBUCKS (137–139 Yorkville Ave., 416-922-8922) The patio at this ubiquitous coffee shop is perfectly situated in Yorkville, and is a known quantity for stars who need to get their fill—literally.

For more on the film fest, check out our Best of The Fest TIFF'08 Guide.

Need help deciphering the various programs at TIFF? Get your TIFF 101 lesson at 16 Program Choices.

Which celebs will be walking the red carpet? Check out our Star-Spotting Guide for the scoop.

Publication Date: 9/2008