Space under Toronto highway is transforming into communal picnic spot for the summer Stay in the loop Sign up for our free email newsletter. Unsubscribe anytime or contact us for details. Dining inside restaurants may not be allowed for a few more months, but apparently dining underneath an active highway will be possible as early as Canada Day. The Bentway’s Summer Food Series kicks off at the beginning of July with three-course picnics, or communal brunches being offered under the Gardiner from Strachan Avenue to Fort York Blvd. The picnic takes place every Thursday evening and features a number of local chefs.