Check out what's happening in Toronto this week, from highly anticipated openings, closures, events, pop-ups and more -- the round-up is your number one source for staying up to date with Toronto's fast-paced food scene!

1. Soma launches flavour workshops to celebrate the day of love

Join your loved one for a night of chocolate sampling at Soma Chocolatemaker this February. In honour of Valentine's Day, the chocolatier has launched two workshops, each designed to guide guests through the art of infusing chocolate with tempting flavours. Guests will make their own personalized bars using the team's "delicious and funky collection of ingredients."

Opt for the Valentine's Day Flavour Workshop, on February 11th, or the Chocolate and Cocktails event taking place on February 13th. To book your spot, visit Somachocolate.com.

2. This iconic pizzeria will serve free pizza and beer on Feb. 9

National Pizza Day takes place on February 9, and one of Toronto's best pizzerias is going the extra mile to celebrate.

Pizzeria Badiali will serve complimentary pizza and beer on Feb. 9, in collaboration with Peroni Nastro Azzurro, from noon to 8 p.m. The pizzeria will offer slices of its top-selling pies, including pepperoni, margherita, and marinara as a vegan option, alongside a refreshing Peroni Nastro Azzurro or Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0%.

Customers can get a slice and an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beer for free while supplies last, on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to bring photo ID that proves you're 19+ if you're looking to snag an alcoholic beer at the pop-up.

Pizzeria Badiali is located at 181 Dovercourt Road.

3. Miznon finally opens their Toronto outpost

The internationally-acclaimed quick service chain officially opens the doors of their Toronto location, after over a year of being in production.

Miznon Toronto will carry all the beloved classics that has brought the chain to new heights across the world––with locations in multiple big wig cities, like Paris, New York and London. Enjoy their stuffed pitas, golden bags of meat and the renowned whole roasted cauliflower, along with other popular Israeli street food.

The Toronto outpost of Miznon is located at 1235 Bay Street.

4. Black Pearl and Patois present a pizza mashup for the month of February

Only for the month of February, created by Chef Craig Wong of Patois in collaboration with Black Pearl’s own Executive Corporate Chef Ted Corrado, comes a pizza mash-up of huge proportions. Grab the Major Razor, a pizza comprised of Manila clams, sake, black garlic, roasted leeks, umami cream sauce, togarashi and nori for $42. Head on over to Black Pearl at 184 Pearl St for an entire pie or grab it by the slice!

5. Sample some of the world's rarest wines and spirits at LOUIX LOUIS' top shelf dinner series

Wine and spirits enthusiasts, take note. This February, The St. Regis Toronto and LOUIX LOUIS are launching a new dinner series in partnership with some of the world's leading distillers and winemakers.Top Shelf invites guests to one-of-a-kind experiences where the beauty of the room, the calibre of the food, and the premium nature of each pour guarantee to make an indelible mark.

The inaugural dinners, on February 15th and 23rd, will feature Marchesi Antinori and Michter's Distillery, respectively. Whether beloved Super Tuscans or the "Best American Whiskey" set your heart aflutter, visit Opentable.com to reserve your spot. Keep an eye on LOUIX LOUIS' Instagram page for information on future Top Shelf events.

6. This year, toast to love with Le Dolci's Valentine's Day classes

Wine and flowers are fine but there's nothing like rolling up your sleeves with your loved one to really show you care. This Valentine's Day, treat your sweetheart to a culinary class inspired by love at Le Dolci Culinary Studio. Taking place between February 11th and February 15th, the classes range from one devoted to the art of Chocolate Heart Ravioli to one that will spill the secrets on how to make Perfect Parisian Macarons.

For more info and to book your spot, visit Ledolci.com.

7. Famous Korean fried chicken chain “NeNe Chicken” opens in North York

NeNe (meaning Yes! Yes!) is Toronto’s newest joint for Korean fried chicken. Originating in South Korea, NeNe chicken has over 1000 locations worldwide and is know for its unique flavours such as snowing chilli, green onion, swicy (sweet and spicy), soy garlic and more.

The store has just announced they will be open late until 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays so for those looking to satisfy those late night deep fried cravings, this may be just the spot.

NeNe Chicken is located at 4891 Yonge Street.

8. Pre-order the ultimate Super Bowl Sunday sandwich kit from Toronto's viral sandwich cart

Head on over to Switzer's Instagram page to pre-order Super Bowl Sunday sandwich kits. Kits include unsliced pastrami (hot and ready) and house black pepper mustard. Kits are $35 and serve 3-4 people, pickup is on February 12th between 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Henderson Brewing, located at 128A Sterling Road, Toronto.

9. Alder, located inside the Ace Hotel has launched a new brunch program

Starting February 11th, head on over to Alder, located inside the Ace Hotel at 51 Camden Street for what is bound to be Toronto's hottest destination for brunch. Available Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., reservations can now be made on Tock.com.