♫ “halloumi, loves hal–louv‘-you”, a song from my heart as I had a squeaky bite of the combination of halloumi and tart preserved cranberries. READ MORE: What else we ate, saw and loved in Ottawa I felt absolutely spoilt by our dishes at Fairouz, this wasn’t fair. As our first evening in Ottawa, on a rainy Friday…
Author: Alice
In Toronto: So Long, Cherry Blossoms!
As expected, the thrill of cherry blossoms gracing Toronto was short-lived! I’m usually not one to go out of my way for these planters, but since I had a free Monday to diddle-daddle I went out of my way to go to High Park! And luckily for us, it was the very first…
A #GoodFoodPromise Made Tasty by Fionn MacCool’s!
Last week, we visited Fionn MacCool’s to check out their new #GoodFoodPromise. What’s it all about? A step into a new direction dedicated to serving up a combination of locally sourced ingredients by environmentally sustainable means. Beef is supplied by hormone and antibiotic-free Beretta Farms, all seafood is sustainably caught and ocean-wise certified as well…
Halal Guys Brings the Sauce to Toronto
Hello, Halal Guys! Us Torontonians have welcomed you with open arms, with forks in hand. A trip to New York is no longer needed, well, for one less reason. As anticipated, the very first Toronto flagship location at Yonge & Wellesley is drawing lines, wrapping all around the block. I’ve heard all of the great…
SIAL Canada returns on May 2nd to 4th — Discover Food Innovation from over 60 Countries
SIAL Canada is back for a 14th edition in Canada this year on May 2nd to 4th. It will be the largest trade show to learn and discover the latest finds across products, equipment and technology focused all around food innovation. The European Union is amongst the many countries attending SIAL Canada, the EU is…
Exploring Ottawa: A weekend of JUNO festivities with Metro
Taking the time to get to know a new city, I’m all about that! Metro reached out for my interest in attending the JUNO Awards with them earlier this month, and I had to say yes. Just between Toronto and my favourite city, Montreal, I’ve found plenty of reasons to make a stop…
For Middle Eastern Snacks & an All-season Patio? Go to Bar Reyna.
Bar Reyna is the one place you want to be nestled away in regardless of the weather. Located in Yorkville, the one-of-a-kind interior presents each of its own feel on both the main, back patio and top floor. Set in wooden panels throughout the space and exposed bricks throughout the space, there are white accent…
In Pictures: Sushi-Making at Ebisu, Toronto + Get your Free Ramen
Watching Jiro Dreams of Sushi just once did not prepare me for this moment. Be real delicate with the rice, or in my case, the sushi will end up clumped and mushed together with each bite. With the guidance of Chef Tatuka Matsuda at Ebisu, we were each able to take part in forming…
Liberty Commons, a brewpub by Big Rock Brewery and O&B in Liberty Village
Liberty Commons is a modern-day brewpub which serves up the brews of Calgary-based Big Rock Brewery and food pairings by Oliver & Bonacini’s Corporate Executive Chef Anthony Walsh, District Executive Chef John Horne (Canoe, Auberge du Pommier), and newly appointed Chef de Cuisine Ryan Lister (formerly of Canoe). Oliver & Bonacini, highly recognized…
An Experience at Toronto Rooftop Restaurant, Lavelle
Welcome to Lavelle, the one place that allows patrons to take in one of the best views of Toronto’s skyline. Situated on King West 16 levels above ground, the seating choices are plentiful – during the warmer weather, patrons can seat at the patio surrounding the 155-foot swimming pool, inside the private cabana…
