Looking west at the corner of Yonge St and Yorkville Ave, in the Yorkville neighbourhood of Toronto.
Known as the Charles Frogley Building, the brick structure was constructed in two phases. The building’s original three stories were built circa 1855 as a residence. In 1885, Charles J Frogley expanded the building, adding Second Empire-style features, including oriel windows on the second floor, a mansard roof, and a west wing. He also included the word “FROGLEY’S” in the pediment. Mr Frogley operated his bakery out of the building.
In recent years, the building has been home to The Cookbook Store until 2014. This heritage-designated building underwent a restoration and was recently used as a presentation centre for a condo development.
Then and Now
SOURCE
- City of Toronto Heritage Register: 850 Yonge St
- Photo: Denise Marie for TorontoJourney416
- Vintage Photo: City of Toronto Archives
- Toronto City Directory courtesy of Toronto Public Library
