Where to Eat: Hello Nori Brings Vancouver’s Iconic Sushi Style to Toronto

Toronto’s dining scene has long been a magnet for culinary talent across Canada. The latest heavyweight to plant its flag in the city is Vancouver-born Hello Nori, which opened its doors along Toronto’s bustling King Street West corridor earlier this fall. With its sharp focus on hand roll sushi and a dining philosophy rooted in […]

Exploring Vancouver: The Best New & Classic Spots to Eat, Drink, and Stay

Surrounded by mountains and dotted with beaches, this remarkable coastal city on the Burrard Peninsula—the third largest metropolitan area in Canada and one of its most diverse—offers unparalleled vistas and plenty of natural, cultural, and culinary attractions for tourists and business travelers, alike. Vancouver is a city that is always in motion, and it can […]

Why Eva Chin Is One of the Most Important Chefs in Canada Right Now

As the Chef and Culinary Director of Hong Shing and the owner of Yan Dining Room, Eva Chin is redefining Chinese-Canadian cuisine with a bold, forward-thinking approach. Her culinary philosophy blends deep respect for tradition with modern innovation, setting her apart as a leader in Toronto’s dynamic restaurant industry.   For Chin, food is more […]

The Unshakable Serenity of Nobu Matsuhisa

Nobu Matsuhisa holding up a dried flower next to his eye wearing a black jacket.

To call Nobu Matsuhisa merely a chef is to ignore the many other aspects inherent to his success. The name Nobu is now synonymous with not only high culinary standards, but luxury itself. It could be argued that his famous black cod miso is as much a status symbol as a Rolex or a Ferrari. […]

How Janet Zuccarini Built One of Today’s Most Enduring Hospitality Groups

Janet Zuccarini standing in a blue and white dress with arms crossed against a decorated book shelf.

As the driving force behind Toronto’s acclaimed Gusto 54 Restaurant Group, Janet Zuccarini is a rare blend of visionary and architect, crafting a culinary empire that pays homage to her Italian heritage while pushing the boundaries of what hospitality can be. Her restaurants, including the beloved Gusto 101 and the pasta-centric Felix Trattoria in Los […]

Sibling Success: Meet The Entrepreneurs Behind Mandy’s Gourmet Salads

Mandy and Rebecca Wolfe are sisters from Montréal who started the beloved salad brand, Mandy’s Gourmet Salads in 2004. Since then, they have transformed their love for fresh, vibrant, and health-conscious meals into a culinary empire. What began as a simple passion for salads has blossomed into a beloved brand synonymous with creativity, quality, and […]

The MICHELIN Effect: 8 Chefs on Life After Receiving the Prestigious Award

Just over a year ago, the MICHELIN Guide arrived in Canada to great fanfare. 13 Toronto restaurants received their first MICHELIN star in 2022 (Sushi Masaki Saito, in Yorkville, was the only restaurant awarded two stars). 17 others received a Bib Gourmand Award, given to “best value for money restaurants” that offer “a three-course meal at […]