By Nisean Lorde
If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your home-cooking skills into national fame (and a major cash prize), now’s your moment. MasterChef Canada has officially opened casting for Season 9, and amateur home cooks from across the country are invited to apply. Confident chefs should be ready to step into the iconic kitchen with bold flavours … Continued
Beef Wellington is the holiday showstopper that brings drama to any table. With its tender beef, earthy mushrooms, rich pâté and flaky puff pastry, it has become a festive favourite. Though its origins are debated, with some attributing it to the Duke of Wellington, others claiming a murkier history, this dish has been adored by … Continued
Some spots are all about the food, while others are about the moment. In Yorkville, the city’s style district, Powder Room — a new supper club with a hint of New York attitude — looks like it could have it all. Inside, the décor feels straight out of a magazine: Dolce & Gabbana wall coverings … Continued
It’s almost Christmas, which means party food is back in rotation. Around the city, retro cocktail staples like shrimp cocktail, devilled eggs and escargots are being refreshed with a modern touch, just in time for December nights out. Icy Legend Move over cocktail wieners — the shrimp cocktail is official back on the party scene. … Continued
If the growing demand for omakase in Toronto tells us anything, it’s that Toronto diners are always seeking an experience. The latest to open, The Onda, is serving up no short of that by featuring a 20-course omakase dinner. If you haven’t heard by now, omakase can be loosely translated to “I leave it … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you love Italian food but can never decide between pizza, pasta or a cheesy panzerotti, there’s a little eatery just a short drive from the city that combines all three into one delicious mashup! Sapori Di Italia opened earlier this year in a Stouffville plaza, just under an hour from Toronto, and it’s rolled … Continued
We’re halfway through December, which means bakery windows across Toronto are fogged with sugar, spice and everything nice! So the timing couldn’t be better for a new ranking of the most sought-after cake shops across Canada and the U.S. — and Toronto shows up like it always does, right on top. The list comes from … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Toronto foodies are absurdly easy to shop for — at least in theory (there are only so many bottles of grocery-store hot sauces and random charcuterie boards one can use). If you’re looking for something that actually feels special while supporting local businesses at the same time, these Toronto-based brands and experiences make perfect Christmas … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Fans of the original Rasta Pasta restaurant in Kensington Market are in luck. The popular takeout spot unexpectedly shut its doors in late October due to unpaid rent, but on Saturday, a new Jamaican-Italian fusion space reopened in the same spot under a different name: Kensington Jerk and Pasta. The new owner is Mary … Continued
Foodies with a penchant for Italian cuisine are about to get very excited: There’s a new pasta restaurant that just opened on Queen West. Pastalia’s concept functions similar to a poke or burrito restaurant – you pick your fresh, handmade pasta base (and its size), you pick your toppings, and it all goes together in … Continued
After 25 years, Dupont Street staple Piri Piri announced its closure last month, and we finally know what’s coming in its place. Enoteca Rossio is slated to open in January 2026, and owner Agnelo DaCosta says he’s excited for the transition. “Expect authentic Italian food, shareable plates, a well-balanced wine list, exciting cocktails, and interesting … Continued
The holidays have landed, and Toronto’s dessert table is going global. In a city where every neighbourhood feels like its own country, Christmas sweets are travelling far and wide. After a whirlwind of sugar, chefs Nuit Regular and Anthony Rose have crowned the treat that truly sleighed them all. Winner: Bunner’s “Winner!” was the first … Continued
