Taste of the Danforth 2026 “It’s back. I’m back. I’m thrilled,” said Howard Lichtman, the current driving force behind the “Taste of the Danforth,” one of Canada's largest food festivals. Lichtman talked about the energy and excitement abuzz as Toronto preps for the return of the “Taste of the Danforth." The restauranteurs and retailers on Danforth are all eagerly anticipating and getting ready for its relaunch in a few hours.