By lindsaylow
This sweet and spicy take on a classic eggnog recipe is perfect for cozy nights in. The sweetness of the caramel complements the dark chocolate, while the spiced rum adds a subtle, warm flavour. Since eggs are the star of this dish, chef Lynn Crawford swears by using local, farm-fresh Canadian eggs. “Eggs are a … Continued
At a time when we keep hearing about some of our favourite Toronto restaurants shutting down, the news is more than welcome when one reopens. After a two-month break, Lee Restaurant is reopening today for delivery and takeout. As previously reported on TRNTO, a staff member at Lee Restaurant tested positive for COVID-19 on September … Continued
Searching for the perfect holiday gift for the foodie in your life? Whether you’re looking for savoury or sweet, we’ve got you covered with an array of delicious, locally-made options for food lovers of all stripes Here are our top picks that are sure to warm the hearts (and stomachs) of your loved ones this … Continued
By lindsaylow
“While travelling extensively through the Middle East for work, I often encountered shakshuka in many of the restaurants I visited,” says Shook chef Ben Heaton. “It was a dish that stuck with me. Enjoyed anytime during the day, it packs a punch of flavour. This is our most popular dish at Shook.” Ingredients 2 whole … Continued
The Momo House, a much-loved Tibetan restaurant in Parkdale known for its sweet and savoury dumplings, is all set to open a second location in Yorkville. Owned by the same team behind Tibet Kitchen, the restaurant first issued a social media teaser via its Instagram account on Sept. 14th, and quickly followed up with an … Continued
By Ron Johnson
Some third-party restaurant delivery apps charge as much as 30 per cent to transport food from a restaurant to your home. In the best of times, these fees are a lot for restaurant owners to shoulder but when you add the current pandemic lockdown to the mix, delivery app fees are unsustainable. New legislation delivered … Continued
Opening Harlem Bodega, North York’s new vegan takeout spot, has been a long-time dream for owner Juss (who prefers not to share his last name). Originally from New York, Juss relocated to the GTA with his wife in March just as COVID was picking up steam. Previously a full-time DJ, Juss found himself out of … Continued
West end Toronto food hub the Depanneur is set to release its first cookbook thanks to a successful crowdfunding campaign. Depanneur, The Book Where Interesting Food Things Happen, is founder Len Senater’s homage to the city’s culinary mosaic. Featuring 100 recipes, the book will spotlight the many cooks that have passed through the Depanneur during … Continued
King Street Food Company entered insolvency this month, leaving members of its restaurant supply chain unpaid as we head into some of the darkest days of the pandemic. Marc Eber is the owner of Marc’s Mushrooms. A decade ago, he walked into Buca (one of King Street Food Company’s restaurants) with a basket of wild … Continued
The Adamson BBQ saga continues. Hours after Toronto officials padlocked the doors of the restaurant for defying Ontario’s Health Protection and Promotion Act, owner Adam Skelly reposted an Instagram story with a cartoon version of himself standing on a police car, brandishing a spatula and proclaiming “We’re not closing.” His message, though illegal, was clear: … Continued
Treat your loved ones to the gift of edible surprises year-round and support local businesses this holiday season with these Toronto-based food subscription boxes. Pizza from General Assembly Pizza Downtown restaurant General Assembly Pizza launched its pizza subscription service earlier this year, featuring naturally leavened, frozen pizzas that can be cooked at home in about … Continued
