Why do they call it Cabbagetown in Toronto?
The name Cabbagetown purportedly came from stories of new Macedonian and Irish immigrants digging up their front lawns and planting cabbage. In this era the Cabbagetown name most often applied to the area south of Gerrard Street, with the part to the north still being called Don Vale.
What is a Cabbagetown?
a depressed or dilapidated urban area, especially a city slum.
What is a fun fact about Cabbagetown?
Cabbagetown was really named after cabbage.
Historical Cabbagetown began in the 1800s with the arrival of Irish immigrants settling into the neighbourhood. A poverty-stricken community, the residents grew cabbages on their front lawns to help with a diminished food supply.
What streets are in Cabbagetown Toronto?
The old Cabbagetown shopping district on Parliament Street has a plethora of specialty shops and restaurants. The nearby Carlton Street shopping district is also a popular spot for browsing. Gerrard Street, Sherbourne Street and Wellesley Avenue also feature a myriad of shops and restaurants.
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