Size Matters: Jumbo Empanadas
You might not expect to find Chilean street food in Kensington Market, but Jumbo Empanadas (245 Augusta Ave.) serves it up quickly, piping hot and of course, in sizes larger than you’d expect. The...
View ArticleWe Choo-Choo-Choose Churros
When I arrived at Harbourfront this past weekend, I noticed many people holding long, tube-like pastries. I thought it was a free sample of some sort, and followed the treat trail back to the Churros...
View ArticleDining by Candlelight at Cava
I lived in the Yonge & St. Clair ‘hood for many years, but at that point in my life (a couple years post university), my wallet and my palate were not sophisticated enough to seek out Cava (1560...
View ArticleStellar Tapas at Tapeo
When I travel for my day job, the concierge duties of finding good restaurants and making reservations for my department falls on my shoulders. It’s a responsibility that’s not in my official job...
View ArticleEmbrace the Latin Flavours at Bloom
As someone who’s travelled to Spain, Argentina, Costa Rica and Mexico, it’s easy to conclude that there’s a massive void of Latin food in Toronto. Visits to Miami and New York only accentuate our...
View ArticleA Grand Welcome to Grand Electric
There’s been non-stop buzz since former Black Hoofers Colin Tooke and Ian McGrenaghan opened the doors of Grand Electric (1330 Queen St. West) in Parkdale. But you need only one bite of their full...
View ArticleGimme the Loot: Jumbo Empanadas’ Fresh Salsa
Gimme The Loot is a new recurring feature showcasing products and items I love. It is never sponsored or a paid advertisement, it’s simply created on the insistence of my belly. I am a hater of jarred...
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