Following the success of Schnitzel HUB‘s first location in Thornhill, owners Yan and Rita Khalfon opened their second location right in the heart of Midtown, at Yonge St. and St. Clair Ave. On November 19, we braved the snow and cold to sample some of Schnitel HUB’s signature eats and drinks, and we’re sure glad we did.
I love Italian food. What makes Italian food so appealing to me is the philosophy behind Italian cuisine – a focus in highlighting local, in-season ingredients using traditional techniques that are executed well. When I heard that a new Italian restaurant was opening in King West, headed by Chef Luca Stracquadanio, formerly of Terroni LA, naturally I was excited. On Friday, November 14th, Nick and I had the pleasure of visiting the newly opened Ovest Cucina e Vineria.
The latest, highly-anticipated endeavour by INK Entertainment and ICON Legacy Hospitality is set to open next week. Here’s a preview.
Saint Lucia. A tropical country found in the Caribbean waters, nestled between Martinique and St. Vincent. You’ve probably heard of Saint Lucia, but truthfully, how much do you really know about it? This was the purpose of a moonlight dinner – hosted by the culinary ambassador of Saint Lucia, and Top Chef Season 11 runner-up, Chef Nina Compton at the St. James Cathedral’s Deanery – to promote tourism for this island gem. And what better way…
Just before TIFF, America Restaurant opened in the heart of Toronto’s financial district, halfway up the Trump Hotel Toronto on the 31st floor. Formerly Stock Restaurant, it was reborn through the partnership of INK Entertainment and Oliver & Bonancini Restaurants, undergoing a complete transformation in less than two weeks. On Thursday, November 6th, we were invited to discover the tastes that America had to offer.
On November 5th, 2014 The Stop Community Food Centre held their 10th annual signature fundraising event called What’s on the Table at Daniels Spectrum. It’s their signature fundraising event with a focus on great food from top local chefs and restaurants.