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Roll with the lunches

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Though we love our California rolls, preparing sushi at home never seems to be worth the effort or time. But I’ve developed a few recipes that are easy, healthy and quick to make!

Susur serving 'Top Chef' dish at T.O. resto

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I’m pretty proud of the dish that I created for the Top Chef Masters TV show — a curry roast chicken. The dish earned a perfect five out of five from three gourmet food critics and was the highest score in the history of the show.

New restaurant gets a rise out of local diners

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THE NEW PHOENIX restaurant entices patrons who like plenty of Chinese culinary choice at wallet-friendly prices — almost everything costs less than $10. We sip complimentary warmed lemon water as we try to take in the 28-page menu, which breaks down into Yunnan vermicelli in fish broth; Malaysian curry; snacks; sandwiches; baked or fried dishes … Continued

A taste of Paris arrives in Midtown

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NATURAL LIGHT INFILTRATES La Bohème, Sha Taheri’s new French café in North Toronto. Moms on maternity leave head to the back to gossip and lounge on a low couch positioned before a coffee table; busybodies on their lunch breaks perch on stools at an open wood counter; and friends opt for one of the room’s … Continued

Uptown T.O. gets a dash of fine French fare

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A STRETCH OF Yonge Street north of Lawrence, which has been dominated for the past decade by all things Italian, has been invaded by the French. Local diners are delighted to welcome them to the neighbourhood. The term “bistro” has been distorted beyond all recognition, but Steak Frites is here to reeducate us. A quick … Continued

Tackling Toronto’s best key lime pies

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THE KEY INGREDIENT BAKE DESSERT CO., 2700 DUFFERIN ST. The Argos’ season starts up this month, but with his playing days over, Michael “Pinball” Clemons, CFL Hall of Famer and former Argos standout, has more time to reflect on the finer things in life, pie among them. “When it comes to key lime pie, I’m … Continued

Susur to reinvent bar food at 'Lee Lounge'

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I’m always aware of evolving dining habits, and Lee Lounge responds to the social trend of people who want to go out for a light dinner, or head out after dinner to a cool place where they have the option of eating something other than deep-fried nachos and salty peanuts.

Bakers weigh in on the classic Girl Guide cookie

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Girl Guides of Canada is taking a fresh look at their 100-year tradition of community involvement with an exhibit at the AGO. To celebrate, PostCity.com asked Toronto bakers what they have to say about another Girl Guide tradition, the classic Girl Guide cookie.

Susur is hot, says Top Chef Masters judge

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Despite finishing dead last in the first challenge on American food reality show Top Chef Masters, Toronto culinary legend Susur Lee has at least one very influential fan in his corner: host Kelly Choi.

McEwan pegged to host Top Chef Canada

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The busiest man in the Canuck restaurant game is at it again, with the announcement that Mark McEwan has signed on as head judge for the Canadian rendition of food reality TV show Top Chef, which will air on the Food Network.