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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Diasporist Third Seder & Cabaret by Emily Zimmerman
DESCRIPTION:Join The Dep’s resident vegan maven Emily Zimmerman (and her cabaret singer alter ego\, Goldie Luxemburg) for a Passover dinner to tell our stories\, comfort our hearts\, fill our bellies\, and remind us to keep fighting the good fight. \nThe first two nights of the Jewish holiday of Passover are celebrated with a seder: a ritual meal with symbolic food\, prayers\, songs\, activities for children\, and the telling of the story of the exodus from Egypt\, a millennia-old parable of liberation. These meals are shared with ones extended family and close friends. In modern times\, some Jews have started observing a Third Seder with members of their community\, guests\, and friends\, often to focus on the state of the world\, and how to use the Passover story as inspiration to fight for freedom and social justice in our own lifetimes. \nEmily’s annual vegan Third Seder was a mainstay of the Depanneur’s calendar for years. We even staged a virtual one during the worst of the COVID19 shutdowns\, with participants receiving delivered meals\, and eating together over a zoom channel. We’re delighted to be able to celebrate it in person to the new-and-improved Depanneur this year. In a time of increased instability and global tension\, can we grow stronger in hope\, in strategy\, and in our mission for justice\, in this millenia-old ritual of shared food\, song\, and storytelling? Expect delicious plant-based Jewish home cooking and playfully subversive performances.\n—– \nGolden Root Vegetable Soup\nwith hazelnut crema\, matzoh balls\, and crispy veggie gribenes. (Can be nut free on request.) \nManoomin (Wild Rice) Salad\nwith parsley\, mint\, lemon\, cranberries\, and local sumac \nPedder’s Pie\nCaramelized onions and mushrooms layered in seasoned mashed potatoes and broiled until the top is crispy. Served with a shallot and wild mushroom jus\, and lemony greens. \nRussian Tea and Cherries\nsmoked-and-spiced black tea and coconut milk custard\, with cherry compote\, and matzoh toffee. \n[menu is vegan and kosher for passover]\n—– \nPassover is about the idea of liberation\, and there can be no meaningful change\, or learning\, without joy\, hope\, and transgression. In that spirit\, there will be performances by local drag/burlesque/cabaret artists of Jewish and Palestinian backgrounds: Amuse Boosh\, Butt Mitzfa\, Chella Bella\, and Goldie Luxemburg. We’ll break (unleavened) bread together\, make art together\, and see how the ancient ritual of this holiday can help spur us on to needed change. \n \nGoldie Luxemburg is a wisecracking\, torch-singing\, leftist rabble-rousing performer of burlesque and cabaret. She takes the art form back to its roots in vaudeville and Yiddish theatre\, in Union Halls and Girlie shows. Call her the Revenge of the Red-Hot Mamas. @goldieluxemburg \nMeet Chella Bella\, Toronto’s half-Arab\, half-ghost\, burlesque extraordinaire! By day\, she gracefully floats through the air as a trained aerialist\, but when the sun sets\, she transforms into the frantically fabulous freckled feline of the city’s burlesque underworld. @chellachellabella \nAmuse Boosh serves up a “taste” of her journey of self-expression—a delectable blend of movement with meaning and resilience through joy. Through beauty and the spirit of liberation\, she invites everyone to savour the unity that binds us all. @amuse_boosh_ \nButt Mitzfa (they/them) is a Jewish genderqueer drag and burlesque performer and DJ who makes grrls\, bois\, theys and goys scream OY VEY. Join Butt Mitzfa on their coming (out) of age journey with glitter\, camp and Jewish lore that your Bubby didn’t teach you. Find them at @butt.mitzfa on Instagram. @butt.mitzfa\n—–\n \nEmily Zimmerman is a chef\, community worker\, food justice activist\, cooking up deluxe\, delicious vegan dishes and retro comfort food like whoah. She can be found at food events around the city and at The Depanneur hosting the occasional vegan Supper Club or Workshop. She comes from a large family of loudmouthed\, pinko-commie\, Brooklyn Jews\, who relocated to Toronto 50 years ago\, but still root for the Mets.\n—– \nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-third-seder-by-emily-zimmerman/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Fat RICE by Rocheller Batuigas
DESCRIPTION:Fat RICE is a passion project of Rocheller Batuigas\, a way to explore his Filipino history and identity in the lens of growing up in Canada and the path he took as a chef in the city. Come join him on his journey through Filipino and Asian food as they try to (sometimes confusingly and hilariously) cowboy and finagle my way on what it means to be Canadian.\n—– \npasimula // beginning \nFat Kid Salad\nRocket\, with crunchy adobo corn nuts\, panutsa peanut brittle\, sweet mango\, sour pomelo\, shaved red onions\, and a sharp good local Gouda. Served with brown butter and calamansi vinaigrette. \nAn homage to the fat kid in all of us. A salad incorporating stories of my time in Canada working with great local ingredients and also (still) discovering my identity as a Filipino in Canada. Inspired by Chef Brad Long and my time at Evergreen Brickworks\, I incorporate greens\, grains\, nuts\, fruits\, and cheese with brown butter vinaigrette with calamansi\, creating a rich and unctuous dressing that binds everything together. \nBreaking Blood Dinuguan\nPork Blood Stew – pork blood\, vinegar\, ginger\, garlic\, chillies. Dip with puto rice cakes. \nDinuguan is a traditional Filipino stew made from pig’s blood with offals in a vinegar-based rich gravy with aromatics of ginger and garlic. Often served with sweet and spongy puto to dip into dark and rich gravy. Break “bread” with fluffy puto strewn in with gouda cheese and dip it in slightly spicy\, porky\, sour\, and rich dinuguan. \nsa gitna // in the middle \nCrispy & Crunchy Kare Kare\nCrispy pork belly\, garlic fried rice\, thick peanut sauce\, shrimp paste\, roasted eggplant\, long beans\, bok choy\, crushed peanuts and crispy garlic. \nA variation of a Filipino centuries-old recipe of braised meats (oxtails\, shank\, tripe\, pork hock\, etc.). My version is to make a bold and unctuous peanut sauce laced with the umami rich bagoong (fermented shrimp paste) with carefully cooked eggplant\, long beans\, and bok choy. Atop the sauce and vegetables\, we lay down crispy roasted pork belly to contrast the varying textures. A must is a side of more bagoong to add salt\, adjust the seasoning\, and bring additional complexity to the dish. \nChicken Inasal\nMarinated and grilled chicken\, garlic atchara pickles\, black pepper cucumber pickle\, chicken fat\, spicy vinegar \nChicken marinated in lemongrass\, garlic\, ginger\, chilies\, vinegar\, and brown sugar. Charred and served with garlic atchara pickles\, which are made from green papaya\, carrots\, and garlic\, as well as my mom’s simple black pepper cucumber pickle. Side of flavoured chicken fat with annatto and spicy vinegar. \nGarlic Fried Rice\nGarlic\, garlic\, and garlic \nShrimp Sinigang Brodo\nShrimp and Sour Tamarind Broth \nA clean broth made of tamarind and infused with shrimp. This version of sinigang is focused on the sabaw (broth)\, which is mouth puckeringly sour to cleanse your palate in between bites. \ntapus na // it’s over \nSticky Butter Toast with Saging Latik\nButter and coconut sugar toast served with saba bananas\, brown sugar\, coconut milk\, and rum sauce. Served with queso “dirty” ice cream and smoked Maldon salt. \nSticky buttered and sugared toast served atop saging latik saba bananas cooked in coconut milk\, sugar\, and rum. Finished with queso “dirty” ice cream\, which street vendors peddle handmade ice cream with varying flavours like ube\, mango\, and queso (cheese) in the Philippines.\n—– \nRocheller Batuigas has worked as a chef for nearly 15 years working under Brad Long at Evergreen Brickworks at Cafe Belong and as well as the current Executive Chef at York University Student Centre. Currently traveling around the city on his days off with his friends and partner as FAT RICE\, a hilarious group of people who love food and sharing those experiences at your next market or pop-up. @fatrice.to\n—– \nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-fat-rice-by-rocheller-batuigas/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:INDIGENOUS FOOD LAB by Taylor Parker and Matthew Knight-Barton
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nToronto is part of the Dish With One Spoon Covenant. In its very language\, it reminds us that by eating together\, we are connected.  \nThe Depanneur is proud to host the Indigenous Food Lab\, a new monthly residency with Chefs Taylor Parker and Matthew Knight-Barton\, the duo behind The Dep’s acclaimed and subversive Canada Day Supper Clubs.  It is an honour and privilege to offer a space where these chefs can combine their talents to explore the possibilities of an elevated\, communal dining experience rooted in First Nations traditions. It is their laboratory to explore and experiment with a Canadian concept of terroir – the flavour of a place — to rediscover and redefine what Indigenous food means today. \nWe live in the largest city in Canada\, one of the most ethnically and culinarily diverse cities in the world. One can find almost any dish from almost any cuisine\, with one glaring\, egregious exception: the country we actually live in. Indigenous food is criminally underrepresented in Toronto’s food scene\, without a single Indigenous-owned restaurant for people to patronize. More than ever before\, Canada needs to embrace and celebrate its indigenous culinary heritage\, and I believe the long path towards reconciliation can and should start at the table. \n\n\nRead the profile of Chef Taylor from The Depanneur Cookbook\nTheir sophisticated tasting menus celebrate local and foraged ingredients\, and a deep connection to First Nations foodways\, to our land and our shared heritage. Each meal showcases a range of wild ingredients harvested by Chef Taylor. Weather\, timing\, season\, and the caprice of Mother Nature will determine exactly what will be shared with us. Whatever comes to the table\, you can be assured that it will be crafted with remarkable skill and creativity of two veteran fine-dining chefs. \nPay It Forward\nBecause food in general\, and indigenous food in particular\, is inherently political\, this series will also reconnect with The Depanneur’s Pay It Forward program. Developed to support Dashmaawaan Benmaazinjin (They Feed The People) as part of The Depanneur+Bentway 2023 Communal Table dinner series\, Pay It Forward directed donations from dinner guests to provide fresh\, lovingly prepared food to the elderly and unhoused in Toronto’s Indigenous community. Additionally\, two tickets at every IFL dinner are gifted to members of Toronto’s indigenous community\, underscoring the literal and symbolic importance of a seat at the table. \nWhy no menu?\n—– \n$99 + HST \n—– \nTaylor Parker is from Six Nations of the Grand River Reserve\, where he inherited an extensive knowledge of native plants and foraged foodstuffs from his parents. Taylor has spent much of his professional life working in a diverse range of professional kitchens and as a freelance chef\, and recently launched FOR4GED Candle Company in Brantford\, Ontario.\n@turok_parker | @for4ged.candleco \nMatthew Anthony Knight-Barton has been cooking and managing kitchens\, venues and events for nearly 20 years. Matthew has a passion for all things fresh\, and a traditional British style of cooking with a French twist.\n—– \n\nThe Depanneur is Where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA. @TheDepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/indigenous-food-lab-by-taylor-parker-and-matthew-knight-barton-3/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Filipino Kamayan with Maria Polotan
DESCRIPTION:Kamayan is a Tagalog word that translates to “by bare hand” and refers to a traditional Filipino style of communal meals. A typical kamayan meal — sometimes called a Boodle Fight\, a name it earned among the hungry soldiers of Filipino army mess halls — features a table covered in banana leaves upon which a large mound of rice is placed\, surrounded by a variety of meat and vegetable dishes\, condiments and garnishes. The meal is then shared by everyone at the table\, typically eaten by hand without plates or utensils.  Join Maria Polotan\, the Dep’s go-to authority on authentic Filipino cuisine\, for a fun hands-on foray into the unique culinary experience of kamayan.\n—– \nThis meal will be kamayan-style\, served communally on banana leaves over a mound of rice with a selection of condiments\, to be eaten with one’s hands.  \nLumpiang Hubad/Sariwa\nMany of you may already be familiar with lumpia\, the justly famous and addictive crispy little Filipino spring rolls. In this version of the dish the filling\, a melange of sautéed veggies like shredded green papaya\, carrots\, bean sprouts and herbs\, is the star. Called a hubad (naked) or sariwa (fresh) roll\, the filling is served separately alongside thin\, fresh wheat wrappers and crisp lettuce\, and diners are invited to make their own rolls to dunk in a flavourful peanut dipping sauce. \nGinataang Hipon\nAlmost like a dry curry\, this dish features whole\, head-on shrimp cooked in fragrantly spiced coconut milk until the sauce is almost completely dry\, the flavours have concentrated\, and the shrimp start to glisten in the coconut oil. A delightfully messy delicacy perfect for eating with your hands. \nHumba\nRich pork belly marinated is overnight in garlic\, miso\, fermented black beans\, soy sauce\, cane and black vinegars\, brown sugar\, chilies\, star anise\, black pepper\, and cilantro then slowly braised until fork tender\, earning it the name “sweet-smelling pork”. \nLangka Rendang (V)\nRendang is well known dish of the Maranao\, a predominantly Muslim Filipino ethnic group native to the region around Lanao Lake in the island of Mindanao. It is often made with meat\, but this version made with green jackfruit braised in a spicy coconut milk sauce\, is completely vegan. \nServed with steamed jasmine rice\, and acharang papaya\, a tangy pickle of green papaya\, carrot\, onion\, garlic\, ginger \nBibingkang Cassava (V\, GF)\nA rich\, sticky cassava cake made with cassava\, coconut milk and sugar. \nPaceincia\nA light\, sweet meringue cookie that is ubiquitous in nearly every panaderia (bakery) in the Philippines.\n—– \n$79 + HST \n—– \nMaria Lourdes Polotan grew up in a family where food played a central part on how life was celebrated; the kitchen was where the family congregated and her mother presided. Maria shares her passion for food through Lami by Mama Linda’s\, offering traditional Filipino home cooking with quality local ingredients at pop-up events\, catering\, and at Withrow Park Farmers’ Market in the summer. @lamibymamalindas\n—– \nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/cookbook-club-filipino-kamayan-with-maria-polotan-2/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Sos Pwa by Marc Kusitor
DESCRIPTION:Chef Marc Kusitor has been interested in exploring the possibilities in the space between tradition and innovation in Afro-Caribbean cuisine since graduating from George Brown’s culinary program 10 years ago. He brings fine dining techniques to family recipes and food memories instilled by his Haitian mother and his Ghanian father — both of whom were great cooks. \nFresh\, local seasonal vegetables like squash\, tubers\, leeks\, and cabbage meet Haitian flavours and culture through a series of creative takes on traditional dishes\, all served family-style to evoke the conviviality and sharing that marks the generous\, social spirit at heart of the Haitian table. \nThis dinner features a specially curated Afro-Caribbean playlist and a fun & funky musical afterparty hosted by Trust The Process Press (DJs Ola Mazzuca and Rhandy Adolphe) showcasing a selection of their finest tropical records\, including cumbia\, kompa\, zouk\, rara\, gaita\, and more. \n \nCheck out Chef Marc’s recipe from The Depanneur Cookbook \n—– \nSalade Joumou\nA nod to the flavours of Soup Joumou — a traditional dish served on New Year Day to celebrate celebrate the country’s liberation from French colonial rule in 1804 —  presented in a lighter form that highlights the fresh fall flavours. Butternut  and Kabocha squash\, arugula\, and celery\, highlighted with pickled turnip and spiced cashews lashed with a fragrant\, herbal “green goddess”-style dressing inspired by epis\, the traditional seasoning paste that is the backbone of many Haitian and Creole dishes. \nLegim Ak Sos Pwa (Beef –or– Vegan)\nLuscious braised beef short ribs (optional)\, are served with legim\, a vegetable stew that is a popular staple in Haiti; creamy eggplant\, chayote squash\, carrots\, cabbage and peppery watercress\, with creole flavour notes of citrus zest\, clove\, and paprika\, plus a touch of smoke and heat. It is paired with sos pwa\, a silky black bean sauce that is one of the most indelible of Haitian comfort foods\, diri blan (white rice)\, and Marc’s incredible homemade pikliz\, a bright and fiery side of pickled cabbage\, carrots and peppers. \nCafé & Chokola \nA delicious improvisation on the dark\, rich flavours of Haitian chocolate and coffee. \n—– \n$89 + HST\nBYOB; no corkage fee \n—– \nThrough his career Chef Marc Kusitor has worked in various kitchens around Ontario and America where he has picked up a wide range of influences\, experiences and techniques. Along with his Afro-Caribbean heritage and his formal culinary training from George Brown College\, these all come together to inform Marc’s entrepreneurial culinary project\, ChopTime Catering. @choptimecatering\n—–\nTrust The Process Press is an independent print matter project and DJ duo founded by Ola Mazzuca and Rhandy Adolphe. Journalists by trade\, they take pride in being thoughtful curators and selectors of global sounds that spark conversation and curiosity—sounds that foster connection and collaboration\, honour heritage\, while fuelling movement.\n@trusttheprocesspress | @olasconola | @lupinore\n—– \n\nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur \n\n 
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-sos-pwa-by-marc-kusitor-2/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Shaqan Il Fatr by Fatima Khlifi & Zeyneb Rejeb
DESCRIPTION:All around the world\, Muslims are celebrating the month of Ramadan with fasting\, prayers and fabulous late-night meals known as iftar (called shaqan il fatr in Tunisia). Tonight\, on the eve of Eid\, the big celebration marking the end of a month of fasting\, cousins Zeyneb and Fatima are excited to share this great menu of traditional dishes that showcase Tunisia’s distinctive blend of Mediterranean and Berber culinary traditions. \nAs an Iftar must begin after sunset (~7:30pm)\, tonight’s event will feature a special\, hands-on cooking demonstration! Everyone will be invited to participate in the preparation of two classic Tunisian dishes: stuffed dates\, and Brik à l’Œuf\, a quintessential  Tunisian street food.\n—– \nTmar (DIY)\nHoney-sweet Tunisian Deglet Nour dates filled with nutty sesame halva (called chamia in Tunisia) and nuts are a traditional way to break the Ramadan fast\, as well as a cherished symbol of Tunisian hospitality. Served with specially imported traditional Tunisian beverages. Everyone will get an opportunity to participate in the preparation of these little treats. \nBrik à l’Œuf (DIY; vegetarian option available)\nBrik is a Tunisian dish consisting of thin warka pastry wrapped around a variety of fillings. In Brik à l’Œuf\, a whole raw egg is included with tuna\, potato\, cheese\, harissa and parsley\, before it is carefully fried until golden and crisp. There is an old Tunisian custom where a bride-to-be’s mother makes brik for the potential bridegroom — if the bridegroom can eat it without spilling any of the egg yolk\, he may marry the bride! Guests will have the opportunity to learn how to fold their own brik. \nChorba Frik \nThis comforting and nourishing Tunisian soup is made with smoky frik (aka freekeh\, cracked green wheat) and chickpeas in a rich broth of tomatoes\, garlic\, and fragrant Tunisian spices like tabel-karouia\, a blend of coriander and caraway. \nSlata\nA crisp and refreshing Tunisian chopped salad\, a mix of tomatoes\, cucumbers\, onions\, and green apple\, lightly dressed with olive oil\, lemon juice\, and fresh herbs. \nMakrouna bel Salsa\nPasta is a big part of Tunisian cuisine; Tunisians are the second largest consumers of pasta in the world after Italy. A hearty and comforting dish\, it features large macaroni known locally as telefone in a rich tomato sauce infused with garlic\, Tunisian spices\, and a touch of heat of harissa. It is served topped with tender braised chicken or a vegetarian version with chickpeas\, potatoes\, and peppers. \nMakroud\nA signature North African dessert\, makroud are semolina pastries filled with a sweet\, spiced date paste that have been fried until golden\, and then soaked in mix of honey and fragrant orange blossom water. \nMaghrebi Mint Tea\nA soothing and aromatic mix of green tea and fresh mint leaves\, served hot and sweetened to taste\, is a perfect way to end a meal. A garnish of pine nuts is a uniquely Tunisian variation on this popular North African beverage.\n—– \n$79 +HST \n—–\nZeyneb Rejeb and Fatima Khlifi are cousins that grew up in two different countries — Zeyneb in Tunisia and Fatima in France — but reconnected in Toronto in Toronto when Zeyneb moved here to pursue her PhD at the University of Toronto. They bonded over their Tunisian roots and memories of spending summer holidays together in Tunisia\, and started gathering friends to share enjoy and Tunisian dishes rarely seen in Toronto. You can follow them on Instagram: Zeyneb @Zeynouba_ben_rejeb and Fatima @faticookinmix_canada where she works with Thermomix\, showcasing this innovative culinary appliance by cooking international foods \n—–\nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-shaqan-il-fatr-by-fatima-khlifi-zeyneb-rejeb/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Luca by Chef Dave Mottershall
DESCRIPTION:After many years racking up accolades in top kitchens across the country (2012 PEI Chef of the Year for one)\, Chef Dave Mottershall blazed a trail through Toronto a decade ago with his widely acclaimed pop-up Loka Snacks and first-of-its-kind\, Kickstarter-backed Loka on Queen Street. Along the way he became a regular fixture at The Dep with his popular charcuterie workshops and imaginative dinners. Now after several year back out East\, he has returned to Ontario and is gearing up to launch Luca\, a new\, high-octane Italian restaurant in downtown Barrie with dishes inspired by Calabria\, Emilia-Romagna\, and Tuscany. Drop by for an exciting sneak preview of what this fabulously talented chef and his team have in the works.\n—– \nAntipasti\nYellow fin tuna tartare\, shaved house cured beef bresoala\, tuna tonnato sauce\, allumette potato frites\nVegetarian: Beet tartare\, sun dried tomato aioli\, pickled peppers\, allumette potato frites \nPrimi\nSeared ‘nduja\, hand-rolled leek ash cavatelli pasta\, Tuscan kale\, basil pangrattato\nVegetarian: Carrot with Calabrian chili\, cavatelli pasta\, Tuscan kale\, basil pangrattato \nSecondi\nRoasted bavette steak\, green peppercorn emulsion\, fingerling potatoes\, garlicky broccolini\nVegetarian: Roasted cauliflower steak\, green peppercorn emulsion\, fingerling potatoes\, garlicky broccolini \nDolce\nHazelnut gelato\, amaretti cookie \n—– \n$99 (+HST) \n—– \nChef Dave Mottershall is an award-wining Chef known for his dedication to supporting the farm-to-table food movement. After more than a decade working in kitchens coast-to-coast\, he landed in Toronto in 2014\, where he hosted a run of popular pop-ups and charcuterie workshops at The Dep. Shortly thereafter he launched Loka\, Canada’s first Kickstarter-funded restaurant (The Dep was a backer!)\, which went on to be named Best New Restaurant (NOW). Dave has since returned to PEI for a stint working alongside Chef Michael Smith\, and most recently has been teaching culinary students at Georgian College while he gears up to launch an exciting new contemporary Italian concept\, Luca\, in Barrie with The Common Hospitality Group. @Chef_Rouge
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-luca-by-chef-dave-mottershall/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Sephardic Shabbat by Alissa Kondogiannis
DESCRIPTION:For thousands of years Jewish people have been gathering around the table on Friday nights to celebrate a humble but ancient ritual\, the sabbath meal. The lighting of candles\, the singing of simple blessings and the breaking of bread have been the unifying thread that has connected Jewish life across centuries and continents. In this multi-dinner series\, Alissa Kondogiannis explores Shabbat dinners as they have evolved in Jewish communities around the world\, e.g. Ashkenazi in Eastern Europe\, Sephardi in Spain and North Africa\, Mizrahi in the Middle East and Central Asia. \nIn North America\, the majority of Jews come from the Eastern European Ashkenazi tradition; reasonable as they make up more than 80% of Jews worldwide. Unsurprisingly\, this has informed many ideas of Jewishness in popular culture: things like Yiddish\, Klezmer music\, delicatessens\, or the black garments of Orthodox Jews. Yet there is a whole other experience of Judaism much less familiar\, the Sephardic Jewish traditions of Spain and Portugal. The Spanish Inquisition and the expulsion of Jews from the Iberian peninsula in the 15th Century created a geographic diaspora of Jewish people\, sending many north and east into Europe\, and others south into North Africa and the Middle East. Over time this led to a divergence in culture\, dress\, language\, traditions\, and of course\, food. Yet the fundamental Jewish rituals remained\, including that of Shabbat\, the Friday night dinner marking the beginning of the Sabbath\, the day of rest. \nSephardic food still hews to the tenets of Kosher law\, but reflects the cultures and ingredients of the Mediterranean and the its cultures. Vibrant colours\, piquant flavours\, and complex spices mark a Jewish food very different than the kind that was imported from places like Poland\, Ukraine and Russia; a cuisine where hummus and couscous is as familiar as bagels or brisket. This is food close to Alissa’s soul\, the food that she craves when she eats out and that she makes for herself at home\, that evokes the Mediterranean flavours of the Greek side of her family. Join us for a lovely meal showcasing the diversity\, richness and vibrancy of the Sephardic tradition.\n—– \nMoroccan Carrot Salad\nShredded raw carrot\, with the tang of lemon\, the fire of harissa\, and the complex aromas of cumin\, paprika\, cinnamon and coriander. \nHummus\nEven though it has now become a global supermarket staple\, the authentic\, homemade version of this light\, creamy chickpea and tahini dip cannot be beat. \nMatbucha\nA slow roasted North African dip made with sweet peppers and hot peppers\, tomatoes and garlic. \nGreen Schug (Zhoug)\nA spicy condiment made of cilantro\, green chilies and cardamom especially popular in Yemen. \nHomemade Challah\nAlissa’s speciality\, and frankly\, worth the price of admission \nSlow-Roasted Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives \nEvoking the fragrant tagines of Morocco\, this chicken is marinated with onions and preserved lemons\, ginger\, turmeric and ras-el hanout then slow cooked with plump green olives.\nVegetarian: Roasted Cauliflower  \nJewelled couscous\nFine couscous studded with dried fruits\, seeds and nuts \nHawaij-spiced Roast Sweet Potatoes\nA fragrant Yemeni spice blend\, hawaij starts with cumin\, black pepper\, turmeric and cardamom\, but has countless variations. It pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the potatoes\, then garnished with earthy tahini and silan (sweet date syrup). \nMa’aroud\nRolled semolina cookies filled with a sweet mixture of dates and cinnamon and scented with rosewater. Served with dried fruit\, nuts\, and fruit tea.\n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \n\nAlissa Kondogiannis loved eating challahs and babkas her whole life\, but it was only after travelling that she really got on the path of making her own breads from scratch. Her aim is to introduce everyone to the joys of making bread\, and show that people don’t have to be intimidated by yeasted doughs. She has been teaching babka classes for a number of years in Thornhill\, where she runs a small catering business\, Barnstar Kitchen.\n@barnstarkitchen \n\n—–\nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-sephardic-shabbat-by-alissa-kondogiannis/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:DIY Syrian Iftar with Rahaf Alakbani
DESCRIPTION:Our DIY Dinner Parties are a combination cooking class and dinner. Working in small groups and following detailed recipes\, you and your fellow guests will prepare and then indulge in a spectacular meal inspired by Syrian culinary traditions. All ingredients\, equipment and recipes are supplied and expert facilitators are on hand to guide you through the whole process. It’s a fun way to meet new people\, learn recipes and enjoy a delicious meal in a convivial & collaborative setting. \nRamadan is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting to commemorate the first revelation of the Quran to Muhammad; an annual event regarded as one of the Five Pillars of Islam. During Ramadan\, fasting begins immediately after the pre-dawn meal of Suhur and continues during the daylight hours\, ending with the evening meal of Iftar (‘break fast’) at sunset. The spiritual rewards of fasting are also believed to be enhanced during Ramadan\, so this time often includes more prayers\, and an increase of good deeds and charity. But beyond its religious and spiritual significance\, the Ifthar meal is a joyous celebration of family\, friends and — of course — fabulous food! \nThe Depanneur invites you to join us in the making and sharing of a traditional Syrian Iftar dinner\, prepared with love by Rahaf Alaakbani\, the talented cook and musician who helped The Dep establish Newcomer Kitchen in 2016. \nNote: Please keep in mind that no food or drink will be served until sunset (7:30pm)\n—– \nWater & Dates\nThis is the traditional way to break the fast\, in emulation of the Prophet Muhammad \nShorabit Adas شوربة عدس\nThis red lentil soup flavoured with cumin\, onion\, Aleppo pepper\, black pepper and garnished with fresh coriander\, is probably the most popular soup in Syria. It is an essential and traditional dish during Ramadan\, when it is served hot with a slice of lemon. \nMaqluba مقلوبة [chicken & beef]\nMaqluba is a traditional dish from the Levant that includes meat\, rice\, and fried vegetables layered in a pot\, which is then tipped over before serving\, hence the name which translates literally as “upside-down”. This Syrian version of the recipe includes tomatoes\, eggplant\, poached halal chicken and spiced ground beef\, with a garnish of butter-fried nuts. \nKhyar Belaban خيار بلبن\nYogurt and cucumbers with a touch of garlic is popular combination throughout the Mediterranean\, but the addition of mint makes for an especially delightful\, cool and refreshing salad. \nS’fouf  صفوف\nA light\, delicate semolina cake\, made golden with turmeric and fragrant with anise\, vanilla\, and coconut\, studded with black sesame seeds and topped with pistachio\, served with coffee or tea. \n—– \n$89 +HST\n—– \n\nRahaf Alakabani hails from Sweida in southwestern Syria. She arrived in Canada in 2016 with her husband Esmaeel Aboufakher\, and together they were instrumental in helping co-found Newcomer Kitchen\, Nai Syrian Children’s Choir and Haneen Women’s Choir as part of their ongoing work to support their community. Rahaf continues to nurture her twin loves of Syrian cooking and culture in workshops\, choirs and concerts across the GTA\, sharing songs and recipes passed down from her mother and grandmother. Rahaf and Esmaeel have recently completed their Masters in Arts and Humanities at York while raising their two young children.\n@the_rahaf_kitchen | @haneen_choir_ca\n—– \nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/diy-iftar-with-rahaf-alakbani/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: The Bologna Pasta Project by Peter Roberts
DESCRIPTION:By now everyone’s familiar with Ragu Bolognese — it has become on of the best known pasta dishes in the world — but there are so many more unique\, local recipes in the region that are equally remarkable. Dotted around Bologna\, in a few small shops\, home kitchens and restaurant kitchens\, you will still find sfoglini rolling pasta by hand\, according to tradition. They are the makers of sfoglia\, what Bolognese call their egg pasta dough and it is the foundation for one of Italy’s most beloved regional cuisines. For one city\, Bologna’s cuisine is an embarrassment of riches. \nMany years ago\, Peter Roberts fell in love with the city of Bologna and its marvellous food. Since then\, he’s been back almost every year to study with a family of master pasta makers in the city to learn the traditional techniques and recipes. This is where he truly began to appreciate how the quality and texture of handmade pasta cannot be replicated by machine. Tonight he showcases several of the region’s unique\, local pasta dishes in an homage to the food and people of Bologna.\n—– \nTortellini in Brodo\nBologna’s most iconic dish\, but one that’s difficult to find outside the city. Delicate meat filled pasta\, floating in a rich\, flavoursome broth that takes about 16hrs to prepare. Sublime. \nRagu Bolognese with hand-rolled Tagliatelle\nA slightly modified version of my teacher’s ragu recipe. The tagliatelle are made from free range eggs and organic Italian soft wheat flour. An absolute classic for a reason. \nBalanzoni\nA lovely shade of green from fresh spinach\, this large filled pasta is stuffed with ricotta\, mortadella and various seasonings. Dressed in a butter sauce and parmesan\, this is a much adored dish that’s Bolognese to the bone. \nTiramisu\nA very good\, very classic version using a secret I got from the chef at my favourite tavern in Bologna.\n—– \n$79 + HST \n—–\nWhen not running a small woodworking shop called Gute\, Peter Roberts heads up the Bologna Pasta Project\, a pop-up passion project showcasing the artisan pastas of Bologna\, making handmade pasta by special order\,\nbolognapastaproject.com | @bologna_pasta_project \n—–\nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. @thedepanneur \n\n 
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-the-bologna-pasta-project-by-peter-roberts/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250314T210000
DTSTAMP:20261104T154037
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SUMMARY:MASTERCLASS: Discovering Chai by Malav Naik
DESCRIPTION:Move over “Chai Tea Latte”!\nIt’s time to learn what really makes a proper cup of Chai. \nIn the last few years corporate chains and trendy cafés have taken the complex flavours and aromatic spices of Indian “Chai” and marketed them into a mainstream\, worldwide phenomenon. But along the way they’ve lost sight of the deep roots and remarkable diversity of tea as it is enjoyed in India. Born as an act of revolt against colonial arm twisting\, this delicious\, storied beverage is complex in flavour and rich in history. And there are a million and one ways to make it! Every region in India has its own special way; each with slight changes in the spice mix\, brewing technique and use of sweeteners. \nJoin chai fanatic and enthusiastic culinary historian Malav Naik for a tea party like no other: a deep dive into the history of chai and its customs. You’ll discover a variety of easy ways to make delicious\, fresh\, authentic chai at home! The workshop will also feature tutorials on how to make some popular\, traditional chai time snacks. Along with the hands-on tutorial\, you will also get a chai making kit to take home and a compilation of delicious recipes. \nIntro to Chai \nWhat is Chai?  • History of Chai • Chai in contemporary South Asia • Chai in Indian pop culture \nSNACK BREAK! \nChai Making 101: Introduction to the Chai Flowchart\nAdvanced Chai Making Tutorial: Ginger & Lemongrass Chai  • Irani Chai • Iced Chai\nGroup Activity • Q & A \nSNACK BREAK! \nIntroduction to chai snacks\nRecipe demonstration • Q & A  • Chai Kit distribution\n—– \nSNACKS \nButter Biscuits – crisp\, buttery cookies with a signature flaky texture and rich\, savory flavor.\nChai Rusks – crisp\, twice-baked bread slices perfect for dunking\, with a light\, crunchy texture and a subtle sweetness.\nMawa Cake – Mawa Cake is a rich\, cardamom-scented tea cake with a dense\, buttery crumb made from reduced milk.\nAll the biscuits (cookies) and cakes mentioned here are some of the bestsellers at Dotiwala Bakery\, a Surat institution with a 200 year history. I grew up eating these\, especially with chai. My family would always have a jar of Dotiwala cookies or cakes in the pantry that was enjoyed with afternoon chai. Dotiwala Bakery was started by a Parsi family who took it over from the Dutch. It has a rich history of inventing unqiue baked goods that are famous worldwide. \nMaska Bun & Bombay Grilled Sandwich\nMaska Bun — a soft\, fluffy bun slathered with rich butter — is synonymous with the ‘kitli’ culture of Ahemdabad\, Gujarat. ‘Kitli’ or ‘Chai Kitli’ are roadside tea stalls that are omnipresent in the city of Ahemdabad. Each street has one or sometimes multiple kitlis that serve piping hot chai all day long. Along with chai\, they also have other snacks and often sell loose cigarettes as well!\nThe Bombay Grilled Sandwich is a grilled\, buttery toastie is layered with spiced potatoes\, chutney\, veggies\, and melted cheese; it is not always a chai time snack but extremely popular and loved nonetheless! \nGaram Nashto\nHandwo is a savory\, spiced Gujarati cake made from fermented lentil and rice batter\, with a crispy crust and soft\, flavourful interior. Gujaratis love their tea time snacks\, a mark of the famed Gujju hospitality. Whenever we would have guests over\, my mother would insist on making some ‘garam nashto‘ for them with chai. Literally translated\, it means ‘fresh hot snacks’. She’d make the distinction as she wouldn’t want to serve readymade biscuits from the market with her chai… that’s way too basic 😉\n—– \n$79 +HST \n—–\nMalav Naik is a marketing strategist\, artist and activist based in Toronto\, ON. Growing up in the food-obsessed city of Surat has shaped their hedonistic outlook towards cooking and eating. They are also a food history enthusiast\, always finding ways to impart cultural and historical knowledge with every dish they serve. @the_khalnaik \n—–\nThe Depanneur is where Interesting Food Things happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity by hosting unique food events.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/masterclass-discovering-chai-by-malav-naik/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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DTSTAMP:20261104T154037
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: A Lo Cubano by Chef Fayad Martin with live Cuban music by Papalote
DESCRIPTION:Cuba has a remarkable history. Consider that Havana was a diverse\, multicultural\, global capital of universities and opera houses back when New York City was little more than wooden village. Over 500 years Cuba developed a rich and sophisticated culinary tradition drawing influences from around the world\, from Spain and the Americas\, to Africa\, the Middle East & China. While more recent history may have hampered Cuba’s reputation as a culinary destination\, the fabulous home cooking prepared across the island and abroad remains stuff of legend. Tonight accomplished Cuban Chef Fayad Martin shares some of his favourite traditional Cuban dishes while talented local ensemble Papalote enchant guests with the seductive rhythms of Cuban Son.\n—– \nCrema de Vegetales\nA warming soup of vegetables reflecting Cuba’s mixed African and Spanish history\, seasoned with garlic\, onion\, cilantro and parsley. \nTostones & Pico de Gallo\nCrispy\, twice-fried plantains\, a Cuban classic\, served with a zesty pico de Gallo fresh tomato salsa. \nRopa Vieja\nOften considered the national dish of Cuba\, ropa vieja translates to “old clothes\,” evoking the long\, thin strips of pulled beef used in the dish. A resourceful use of cuts like brisket\, it’s slow-cooked in a tomato-infused sofrito with garlic and spices until very tender\, and often garnished with peppers or olives. \nMasas de Cerdo & Mojo Criollo\nChunks of marinated pork are fried until caramelized and slightly crispy. These rich\, succulent morsels highlighted by mojo criollo\, a bright\, tangy sauce of  naranja agria (sour orange\, a Cuban citrus fruit somewhere between an orange and a lime) with plenty of garlic\, herbs and onions. \nMoro Rice & Yuca Frita\nIn Cuba\, the classic combination of black beans and white rice earned the nickname Moros y Cristianos\, evoking the intertwined histories\, cultures\, and conflicts of the Moors and Christians in Andalusian Spain. Yuca (aka cassava or manioc) is a root vegetable native to South America and widely cultivated in tropical regions. A staple food source for many Indigenous peoples\, yuca also became a key ingredient in the cooking of enslaved Africans in Cuba. Fried until golden\, with a crispy exterior and soft interior\, they remain a popular snack and side dish throughout the Caribbean. \nCasquitos de Guayaba & Buñuelos Cubanos\nCasquitos means “little helmets” in Spanish\, referring to the appearance of the halved and hollowed guavas in this dish. This traditional Cuban recipe combined local ingredients with colonial Spanish techniques for preserving fruit by simmering in a sugar syrup with spices. The small\, sweet cups are filled with a cream cheese for rich and decadent dessert. Buñuelos Cubanos are delightful\, crispy donuts made from cassava & sweet potatoes flavoured with cinnamon and anise.\n—– \n$89 +HST \n—–\nFayad Martin is a professional Cuban chef with over 20 years of experience\, and is also a certified wine and cigar sommelier. Chef Martin hosted family-style dinners in Havana\, Cuba for many years\, and is now bringing his skills\, warmth and hospitality to Toronto through pop-up and private dining events across the GTA.\nhavanacheftable.com | @HavanaChefTable \nPapalote is a Toronto-based Latin music group that has created a unique sound and repertoire rooted in the Cuban tradition of Son Montuno\, with its seductive blend of folkloric poetry and complex rhythms\n@papaloteband\n—– \nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. \n\nLearn more about Supper Clubs at The Depanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-a-lo-cubano-by-chef-fayad-martin-with-live-cuban-music-by-papalote/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:INDIGENOUS FOOD LAB by Taylor Parker and Matthew Knight-Barton
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nToronto is part of the Dish With One Spoon Covenant. In its very language\, it reminds us that by eating together\, we are connected.  \nThe Depanneur is proud to host the Indigenous Food Lab\, a new monthly residency with Chefs Taylor Parker and Matthew Knight-Barton\, the duo behind The Dep’s acclaimed and subversive Canada Day Supper Clubs.  It is an honour and privilege to offer a space where these chefs can combine their talents to explore the possibilities of an elevated\, communal dining experience rooted in First Nations traditions. It is their laboratory to explore and experiment with a Canadian concept of terroir – the flavour of a place — to rediscover and redefine what Indigenous food means today. \nWe live in the largest city in Canada\, one of the most ethnically and culinarily diverse cities in the world. One can find almost any dish from almost any cuisine\, with one glaring\, egregious exception: the country we actually live in. Indigenous food is criminally underrepresented in Toronto’s food scene\, without a single Indigenous-owned restaurant for people to patronize. More than ever before\, Canada needs to embrace and celebrate its indigenous culinary heritage\, and I believe the long path towards reconciliation can and should start at the table. \n\n\nRead the profile of Chef Taylor from The Depanneur Cookbook\nTheir sophisticated tasting menus celebrate local and foraged ingredients\, and a deep connection to First Nations foodways\, to our land and our shared heritage. Each meal showcases a range of wild ingredients harvested by Chef Taylor. Weather\, timing\, season\, and the caprice of Mother Nature will determine exactly what will be shared with us. Whatever comes to the table\, you can be assured that it will be crafted with remarkable skill and creativity of two veteran fine-dining chefs. \nPay It Forward\nBecause food in general\, and indigenous food in particular\, is inherently political\, this series will also reconnect with The Depanneur’s Pay It Forward program. Developed to support Dashmaawaan Benmaazinjin (They Feed The People) as part of The Depanneur+Bentway 2023 Communal Table dinner series\, Pay It Forward directed donations from dinner guests to provide fresh\, lovingly prepared food to the elderly and unhoused in Toronto’s Indigenous community. Additionally\, two tickets at every IFL dinner are gifted to members of Toronto’s indigenous community\, underscoring the literal and symbolic importance of a seat at the table. \nWhy no menu?\n—– \n$99 + HST \n—– \nTaylor Parker is from Six Nations of the Grand River Reserve\, where he inherited an extensive knowledge of native plants and foraged foodstuffs from his parents. Taylor has spent much of his professional life working in a diverse range of professional kitchens and as a freelance chef\, and recently launched FOR4GED Candle Company in Brantford\, Ontario.\n@turok_parker | @for4ged.candleco \nMatthew Anthony Knight-Barton has been cooking and managing kitchens\, venues and events for nearly 20 years. Matthew has a passion for all things fresh\, and a traditional British style of cooking with a French twist.\n—– \n\nThe Depanneur is Where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA. @TheDepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/indigenous-food-lab-by-taylor-parker-and-matthew-knight-barton-2/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
ORGANIZER;CN="The Depanneur":MAILTO:info@thedepanneur.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250222T213000
DTSTAMP:20261104T154037
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Paella Mixta by José Arato
DESCRIPTION:You might know José Arato\, owner and Head Chef of Pimentón\, from his long-standing residency serving paella at Brickworks Farmers Market. Tonight you can join him for an elegant Spanish meal centred around his signature dish. Paella is the quintessential Spanish food of celebrations. Originating in Valencia\, but with countless regional variations\, this classic rice dish has five key ingredients: Spanish short-grain “Bomba” rice\, saffron\, pimentón (Spanish paprika)\, olive oil and the paellera\, the wide\, shallow\, purpose-built pan from which the dish gets its name. \nTapas\nTapas are the selection of small shared appetizers that are prologue to many Spanish meals\, enjoyed with friends over drinks.\nPan Tumaca | a kind of Catalan bruschetta\, Pan con Tomate is ubiquitous in Spain\, with many local variations\, but always featuring crusty bread\, juicy tomatoes and good quality olive oil;\nPimientos de Padron | a very popular Spanish tapas of thin-skinned green Galician Padron peppers sauteed in olive oil and sprinkled with salt; fresh Asian Shishito peppers make a very close substitute and are more readily available in Toronto.\nSpicy Marinated Olives | a selection of Spanish olives marinated with spices\, lemon and garlic. \nChicken & Seafood Paella\nThis slightly non-traditional twist on paella features both fresh chicken and a mix of shrimp and mussels\, with a sofrito base of red peppers\, green beans\, garlic\, tomato\, parsley\, cooked with short-grain Spanish Bomba rice in a paprika and saffron-infused chicken stock. \nArtichoke & Mozzarella Salad \nA crisp\, refreshing romaine lettuce salad garnished with marinated artichokes and fresh mozzarella\, with a lemon\, thyme\, pepper & olive oil dressing. \nFlan\nA popular Spanish dessert similar to crème caramel\, it is an impressively rich cream & egg custard inverted to reveal the golden caramel that has formed at the bottom.\n—– \n$79 +HST \n—–\nChef José Arato is the owner and Head Chef at Pimenton\, a Toronto catering and gourmet food project specializing in Spanish and Mediterranean fine food. Along with paella\, tapas and moroccan cooking classes\, Pimentón has a stand at the Evergreen Brickworks Farmers Market where you can experience José’s Mediterranean flavours every weekend. \n—–\nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites an amateur or professional guest chef to host a fun\, informal dinner party. \n\nLearn more about Supper Clubs at The Depanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-paella-mixta-by-jose-arato-2/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Gut Shabbos by Alissa Kondogiannis
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nFor thousands of years Jewish people have been gathering around the table on Friday nights to celebrate a humble but ancient ritual\, the sabbath meal. The lighting of candles\, the singing of simple blessings and the breaking of bread have been the unifying thread that has connected Jewish life across centuries and continents. In this multi-dinner series\, Alissa Kondogiannis explores Shabbat dinners as they have evolved in Jewish communities around the world\, e.g. Ashkenazi in Eastern Europe\, Sephardi in Spain and North Africa\, Mizrahi in the Middle East and Central Asia. \nWe kick off with the food that is closest to Alissa’s heart\, the flavours of her bubby’s cooking\, Ashkenazi food born in the shtetls (Yiddish: “little towns”) of Northeastern Europe. This the most familiar kind of Jewish cooking in North America — things like matzoh ball soup\, gefilte fish\, brisket\, challah and bagels — since the vast majority of Jews here are emigres from this tradition. Centuries of village life in Poland\, Ukraine and Russia forged a sturdy\, warming cuisine of deeply comforting dishes built from modest ingredients\, perfect for a chilly February evening. \nNote: this meal contains no dairy\, as per the kosher prohibition of serving milk and meat at the same meal. That said\, the brisket will not be sourced from a kosher butcher. All dishes except for the brisket are vegetarian.\n—- \nChallah\nWhole\, freshly-baked\, braided challah breads for sharing at each table; an essential part of a Shabbos meal. \nDeli Coleslaw and Pickled Veg\nPlenty of cabbage and pickles speak the realities of Eastern European winters\, and the preservation techniques that kept vegetables available all year long \nMushroom Barley Soup\nForaged mushrooms are an important part of the foodways of Eastern Europe\, and hearty barley is one of the oldest domesticated grains in the world\, cultivated in the region for millennia. \nSlow Cooked Brisket with Onions\nBeef brisket\, with its large size and long cooking time\, is more of a celebratory dish in Ashkenazi tradition for special occasion and big gatherings. In Jewish custom\, the hindquarters of the steer is not kosher\, meaning that Jews have always had fewer cuts to choose from. Brisket was also cheaper as its tough texture requires long\, slow cooking at a low temperature\, but this could be used to the advantage of Jewish cooks. They could set it to cook on Friday\, leave it untouched on the Sabbath when work was prohibited\, and then have it ready to eat on Sunday. Large scale immigration of Ashkenazi to the United States in the late nineteenth century saw brisket become a beloved part of New World Jewish cuisine\, both traditionally slow-baked\, and also with corned beef and pastrami becoming Jewish deli staples.\nVegetarian option: Jackfruit brisket; definitely not traditional\, but very tasty nonetheless. \nKasha Varnishkes \nNutty buckwheat\, another ancient grain\, is combined with farfalle (“bow tie”) noodles\, crispy caramelized cabbage\, and onions in this now-classic American-Jewish dish\, that evolved as a sort of deconstruction of Russian buckwheat dumplings. \nWinter Vegetable Kugel \nKugel is an interesting dish\, a sort of baked pudding based on either potatoes or noodles that can be either savoury or sweet. This savoury version features grated potato\, parsnip\, turnip\, and onions combined to form the perfect casserole companion to our brisket dinner. \nPoppyseed Babka\nBabka\, one of Alissa’s signature specialities\, is a decadent\, dessert version of challah\, a tender bread loaf swirled through with a sweet filling — in this case a paste of poppy seeds — and lacquered with a shiny sugar glaze; served with fruit tea. \n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \n\nAlissa Kondogiannis loved eating challahs and babkas her whole life\, but it was only after travelling that she really got on the path of making her own breads from scratch. Her aim is to introduce everyone to the joys of making bread\, and show that people don’t have to be intimidated by yeasted doughs. She has been teaching babka classes for a number of years in Thornhill\, where she runs a small catering business\, Barnstar Kitchen.\n@barnstarkitchen \n\n—– \nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-gut-shabbos-by-alissa-kondogiannis/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: That's Amore by Anthony Sestito
DESCRIPTION:The perfect Valentine’s Day dinner doesn’t ex…\nChef Anthony Sestito\, head chef of Pastaio\, makes some of the best artisanal pasta in the city. But sometimes his extensive experience working in French and Italian fine dining in North America and Italy\, gives him the itch to do something extra special. And what better excuse to show off a little than an exquisite Valentine’s Day dinner for lovers only? A marriage of Chef Anthony’s personal and professional background the menu leans into Italian-inspired dishes\, showcasing favourite local ingredients and a bit of dazzling technique to create an unforgettable meal. \nNote: this meal is envisioned as a series of sharing platters for two\, but we are happy to accommodate singles\, polycules or vegetarians on request.\n—– \nAntipasti \nBurratini with Roasted Ontario Concord Grapes\, Aged Balsamic & Roasted Walnuts\nToasted Herbed Focaccia\nWarm Spiced Olives\nThis dish shows off one of Chef Anthony’s favourite Wisconsin cheeses\, paired with local grapes and homemade focaccia inspired by time spent in Naples learning pizza-making techniques\, \nPrimi \nTruffle + Ricotta Stuffed Pappardelle with Parmigiano Fonduta & Fresh Truffles\nA showstopper of pasta making skill\, a hand-shaped pasta ‘rose’ is stuffed with fresh ricotta\, draped in a light Parmesan cream\, and lavishly adorned with fresh black truffle. \nSecondi \nGrigliata Mista with Roasted Potato & Swiss Chard\nA Florentine-inspired mixed grill that includes beef\, pork\, and chicken cooked over wood to suffuse them with an intoxicating smokiness\, then topped with garlic and rosemary infused olive oil\, and finished with Maldon salt. \nDolci \nRaspberry Tiramisu\nA fun twist on a classic for Valentine’s Day. \n—– \n$89 +HST \n—– \nAnthony Sestito is the head Chef of Pastaio\, one of the leading suppliers of specialty handmade Italian pastas to many of Toronto’s finest restaurants. Building on his Italian heritage and more than 14 years experience working in some of the GTA’s top kitchens\, along with several in-depth trips to Italy to study pasta traditions from Bologna to Rome\, Anthony founded Pastaio in 2020 to dedicate himself to becoming a full-time pastaio (pasta maker).  @_pastaio_\n—– \nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-thats-amore-by-anthony-sestito/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day SUPPER CLUB: Metaphysical Meat Joy by Mikiki
DESCRIPTION:Roses are red\nGender is performative\nLet’s make Valentine’s Day\nLess heteronormative \nThe inimitable Mikiki\, Canada’s sultriest #SlopQueen returns to The Depanneur for their 5th annual Drag Valentine’s Day Dinner. An immersive and interactive food experience unlike any other\, teetering tipsily between drag cabaret\, performance art\, academic lecture\, political protest\, and dinner party. Served in full drag regalia and interspersed with songs\, this collision of high-concept dining and low-brow humour is a Valentine’s Day that is fearless\, funny\, and truly provocative. \nRead more about Mikiki in this feature essay from The Depanneur Cookbook  \nPioneering performance artist Carolee Schneemann and her colleagues first performed Meat Joy at the First Festival of Free Expression in Paris in May of 1964. A group of men and women\, stripped to their underwear\, danced and writhed around with each other on plastic sheeting\, while rubbing raw fish\, chicken\, and sausage\, as well as wet paint\, onto their bodies. The work was simultaneously erotic\, disgusting\, comic\, choreographed\, and spontaneous. Meat Joy was a celebration of the flesh that verged on ecstatic ritual. \nMikiki picks up where this leaves off\, playfully digging into the places where food intersects inwardly with our senses\, memories and identities\, and outwardly with the politics and economics of production and consumption.\n—– \nAmuse bouche (literally); a little something to amuse your mouth. Shiso leaf with puffed rice\, candied chilies and Pop Rocks. \nSome palate cleansing action\, TBD \nChawanmushi (Japanese steamed egg custard) with gravy paint\, sprouted fenugreek seeds and tong ho (chrysanthemum leaves) \nWhitefish poached in kreung (Cambodian yellow curry paste)-infused oil\, with a saltfish & brewis (East Coast hardtack) purée\, dried shrimp & surimi salad \nCzernina (Polish blood soup) with gluten-meat and noodles \nGrass jelly with pork floss cookies \nFoie gras macaron with mincemeat gelée & meat cream \n—– \n$89 +HST \n—– \nMikiki has been feeding friends and lovers in many kitchens across the country and now would love to feed you. They have worked with food as an artist and catered many gallery openings along with their day jobs in the social service sector talking about sex and drugs (and occasionally rock and roll). @mkkultra \n—–\nEvery weekend The Depanneur invites a guest chef to host a fun\, family-style dinner party.
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/valentines-day-supper-club-metaphysical-meat-joy-by-mikiki/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Afghan Sofra by Frishta Ghafoori
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nFor more than two millennia\, Afghanistan was a place where important trade routes between India\, China\, the Middle East and Europe converged. Marco Polo crossed the country en route to China; Arab travellers and the British passed through on their way to India. A rich culture took hold at this crossroads\, and with it a varied cuisine influenced by that of Persia\, India and Mongolia\, but with style all its own. One symbol of Afghan hospitality is the sofra\, a woven cloth or spread upon which food is served. In a broader sense it has come to mean the kind of convivial family meal associated with Islamic cultures\, and is where we\, half a world away\, get the idiom of ‘putting on a big spread’. Tonight Frishta Ghafoori will share a lovely selection of traditional Afghan dishes\, all infused with this spirit of hospitality.\n—- \nDaal\nStarting with this simple\, comforting red lentil soup with cumin and black pepper is the perfect way to warm up on a chilly winter night. \nBolani Kachalu\nBolani are a style of stuffed\, pan-fried breads from Afghanistan. Similar to Turkish gozleme or Syrian shamborak\, they feature thin dough folded into large\, half-moon shape — in this case filled with a spiced potato mixture — and then griddled until crispy. It’s served with a creamy cilantro and yoghurt chutney. \nChalaw Do Pyaza\nDo pyaza (or dopiaza) is a traditional lamb dish close to the Afghan heart. It gets its name from the Persian for “two onions” because of the combination of the luscious caramelized onion gravy in which the meat is slowly cooked and the bright\, pickled onions which are added at the very end to contrast and complement to the richness of the lamb. It is served with delicate white rice alongside dal masoul\, simply cooked yellow split peas\, and salata\, a refreshing afghan chopped salad with tomatoes\, cucumber\, cilantro\, onion\, and lemon.\nVegetarian: Lobya chalaw – Soft kidney beans cooked in a rich tomato base with caramelized onions. \nCream Roll & Kahwah\nA delicate pastry cylinder stuffed with rich cream is an idea works just about anywhere\, from Hungary (krémes) to France (roulé à la crème) to Japan (kurimukorone). The Afghan version\, with light crispy puff pastry and sweetened whipped cream is dusted with icing sugar and garnished with chopped pistachios. It is served with kahwah\, a fragrant Afghan tea infused with saffron and cardamom. \n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \n \nFrishta Ghafoori originally hails from Afghanistan and works as a line cook in a Middle Eastern restaurant and loves to explore food from all over the world. Frishta has lived in 6 countries to date\, and her favorite part is trying all the local delicacies. \n—– \nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-afghan-sofra-by-frishta-ghafoori/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:INDIGENOUS FOOD LAB by Taylor Parker and Matthew Knight-Barton
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nToronto is part of the Dish With One Spoon Covenant. In its very language\, it reminds us that by eating together\, we are connected.  \nThe Depanneur is proud to host the Indigenous Food Lab\, a new monthly residency with Chefs Taylor Parker and Matthew Knight-Barton\, the duo behind The Dep’s acclaimed and subversive Canada Day Supper Clubs.  It is an honour and privilege to offer a space where these chefs can combine their talents to explore the possibilities of an elevated\, communal dining experience rooted in First Nations traditions. It is their laboratory to explore and experiment with a Canadian concept of terroir – the flavour of a place — to rediscover and redefine what Indigenous food means today. \nWe live in the largest city in Canada\, one of the most ethnically and culinarily diverse cities in the world. One can find almost any dish from almost any cuisine\, with one glaring\, egregious exception: the country we actually live in. Indigenous food is criminally underrepresented in Toronto’s food scene\, without a single Indigenous-owned restaurant for people to patronize. More than ever before\, Canada needs to embrace and celebrate its indigenous culinary heritage\, and I believe the long path towards reconciliation can and should start at the table. \n\n\nRead the profile of Chef Taylor from The Depanneur Cookbook\nTheir sophisticated tasting menus celebrate local and foraged ingredients\, and a deep connection to First Nations foodways\, to our land and our shared heritage. Each meal showcases a range of wild ingredients harvested by Chef Taylor. Weather\, timing\, season\, and the caprice of Mother Nature will determine exactly what will be shared with us. Whatever comes to the table\, you can be assured that it will be crafted with remarkable skill and creativity of two veteran fine-dining chefs. \nPay It Forward\nBecause food in general\, and indigenous food in particular\, is inherently political\, this series will also reconnect with The Depanneur’s Pay It Forward program. Developed to support Dashmaawaan Benmaazinjin (They Feed The People) as part of The Depanneur+Bentway 2023 Communal Table dinner series\, Pay It Forward directed donations from dinner guests to provide fresh\, lovingly prepared food to the elderly and unhoused in Toronto’s Indigenous community. Additionally\, two tickets at every IFL dinner are gifted to members of Toronto’s indigenous community\, underscoring the literal and symbolic importance of a seat at the table. \nWhy no menu?\n—– \n$99 + HST \n—– \nTaylor Parker is from Six Nations of the Grand River Reserve\, where he inherited an extensive knowledge of native plants and foraged foodstuffs from his parents. Taylor has spent much of his professional life working in a diverse range of professional kitchens and as a freelance chef\, and recently launched FOR4GED Candle Company in Brantford\, Ontario.\n@turok_parker | @for4ged.candleco \nMatthew Anthony Knight-Barton has been cooking and managing kitchens\, venues and events for nearly 20 years. Matthew has a passion for all things fresh\, and a traditional British style of cooking with a French twist.\n—– \n\nThe Depanneur is Where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA. @TheDepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/indigenous-food-lab-by-taylor-parker-and-matthew-knight-barton/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Losar (Tibetan New Year) by Tsewang Chodon & Lhundup Gyatso
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nLosar is a Tibetan word that means New Year; lo meaning ‘year’ and sar meaning ‘new’. Tibetan New Year always falls on a new moon in the first two solar terms (one of the twenty-four periods in traditional Chinese lunisolar calendars that begins with the winter solstice). The observation of the new year involves eight main activities such as: cleaning the house\, eating reunion dinner\, exorcising ghosts\, offering sacrifices\, fetching water\, visiting neighbors\, hanging prayer flags\, and burning pine branches. Like any important festivity\, there are special New Years foods to enjoy. Join Tsewang Chodon & Lhundup Gyatso of TC’s Tibetan Momo\, for a taste of traditional Tibetan fare\, all made with local\, organic ingredients sourced directly from the Ontario farmers they work alongside at several of Toronto’s farmers’ markets. \nIt’s hardly surprising that Tibet’s cold\, windy plateau has evolved a hearty\, warming cuisine perfect for winter weather. Momos — hearty dumplings of simple dough wrapped around delectable fillings\, served steamed or fried with spicy sauce — are probably Tibet’s best known culinary export. In fact\, momos are well-loved in many of the countries around the Himalayas\, with countless variations in ingredients\, appearance and names. But especially in Tibet\, momos are not just food; they are also symbols of festivity and celebration. They are served during important social occasions like marriages\, New Years and other special family gatherings.\n—– \nKhapse with Po Cha\nThese lightly-sweet\, crispy\, fried cookies are traditionally served to kick off a New Years celebration. They will be served with one of the most distinctive Tibetan beverages\, Po Cha (butter tea) a rich\, savoury tea mixed with butter (traditionally yak butter\, alas not available in Canada)\, milk and salt. \nTibetan Lentil Soup\nPiping hot\, hearty lentil broth with subtle curry spices\, served with some of TC’s homemade kimchi on the side. \nKotey Momos [meat & vegan]\nThese momos feature an organic flour dough that is elegantly shaped by hand\, then steamed and pan-fried (kotey) for an extra special bit of golden crust. There will be 4 kinds of momos (2 meat\, 2 vegetarian) for sharing: beef & onion\, chicken\, mixed vegetable\, and potato & spinach — a generous helping of 8 momos per person. The momos are served with Drang Tsal (a tangy pickled cabbage salad)\, TC’s fabulous homemade hot sauce\, and soy sauce for dipping. \nDre-Sil with Qiabadi\nA very traditional New Year’s dish\, symbolizing good luck and happiness in the year ahead. Steamed rice is mixed with butter and a mixture of dried fruits\, and served with fresh yogurt. It is accompanied by Qiabadi (Tibetan sweet tea)\, Sweet black tea with ginger \n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \nFrom a young age\, Tsewang Chodon has enjoyed cooking a varied selection of delicious dishes and serving yummy food to her family and friends. These days\, together with her partner Lhundup Gyatso\, they share traditional Tibetan/Himalayan cuisine under the banner of TC’s Tibetan Momo. They offer handmade momos and condiments made from local ingredients sourced from various farmers they work alongside at various local farmers’ markets around the city. @tctibetanmomos \n—– \nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-losar-tibetan-new-year-by-tsewang-chodon-lhundup-gyatso/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:DIY DINNER PARTY: Mexican Taco Party with Mariel González
DESCRIPTION:Our DIY Dinner Parties are a combination cooking class and dinner. Working in small groups and following detailed recipes\, you and your fellow guests will prepare and then indulge in a spectacular meal inspired by Mexican culinary traditions. All ingredients\, equipment and recipes are supplied and expert facilitators are on hand to guide you through the whole process. It’s a fun way to meet new people\, learn recipes and enjoy a delicious meal in a convivial & collaborative setting. \nJoin Mariel González\, the passionate cook and creator behind Catrina’s Kitchen\, for an immersive culinary experience that brings the vibrant flavours of Mexico to life. This is your chance to learn the foundation of authentic Mexican cooking while having a blast in the kitchen! \nIn this hands-on workshop & dinner\, you’ll learn how to make four authentic taco fillings (chicken\, shrimp and 2 vegetarian) along with an introduction to the art of crafting corn tortillas from scratch\, the secret of a truly amazing taco. You’ll discover a wide range of quick and easy traditional sides and garnishes\, and toast to your success with a homemade aqua fresca. We’ll end on a sweet note with Catrina’s Kitchen irresistible cookies and a cup of warm chocolate Champurrado. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious beginner\, this fun\, hands-on event will teach you new skills\, deepen your appreciation for Mexican culture\, and leave you with a full heart and stomach.\n—– \nChicken Mole: A beloved Mexican dish with pre-Hispanic roots\, mole combines a rich blend of chilies\, nuts\, seeds\, and chocolate for a complex and velvety sauce. It’s a celebration of Mexican culinary ingenuity and tradition. \nCamarones a la Diabla: Spicy\, bold\, and irresistible\, these shrimp are cooked in a fiery chili sauce. This dish showcases the balance of heat and flavor that Mexican cuisine is famous for. \nCalabacitas con Elote: A comforting vegetarian filling featuring tender zucchini and sweet corn. This dish highlights the vibrant flavours of humble ingredients and is a staple in Mexican home cooking. \nPastor Mushrooms: A plant-based twist on the iconic tacos al pastor. Meaty mushrooms are marinated in a blend of dried chilies\, pineapple\, and spices\, offering a flavorful and satisfying filling. \nFresh Corn Tortillas: Participants will learn how to make these from scratch\, embracing an essential Mexican tradition and the foundation of every great taco. \nSides & Garnishes: Frijoles de la Olla (Traditional Mexican-style beans)\, Guacamole\, Pico de Gallo\, Salsa Verde Cruda\, plus lots of extra goodies like: Totopos (fried tortilla chips)\, Grilled Pineapple\, Pickled Onions\, Lime Wedges\, Crumbled Cotija\, Chopped Cilantro\, and Catrina’s Kitchen Salsa Macha \nAgua de Jamaica: A refreshing hibiscus iced tea with a balance of tart and sweet\, a quintessential Mexican drink. \nPolvorones: Delicate Mexican shortbread cookies that melt in your mouth\, the perfect sweet ending to the meal. \nChampurrado: A warm\, chocolatey drink thickened with masa and infused with cinnamon\, offering a comforting and authentic finish to the experience. \n—– \n$89 + HST \n—– \nMariel González is the heart behind Catrina’s Kitchen\, blending the richness of her Mexican heritage with a passion for homemade goodness. For over 20 years in Canada\, Mariel has loved sharing her culinary creations with friends\, family. After becoming a mom\, she decided to pause her career as a cellist to follow her love for cooking and create Catrina’s Kitchen\, a purveyor of artisanal Mexican culinary products crafted with love\, care\, and the finest ingredients. From spicy salsas to sweet Mexican cookies\, every bite is a celebration of joy and indulgence. @catrinas.kitchen.ca\n—- \nThe Depanneur is Where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA. @TheDepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/diy-dinner-party-mexican-taco-party-with-mariel-gonzalez/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs,Workshops
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: At the Eritrean Table by Asmait Merhatsion
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nEritrea\, together with its neighbour Ethiopia\, are home to many ancient\, complex and diverse societies. Different ethnic groups inhabit ecosystems ranging from coastal Red Sea lowlands to fertile mountainous highlands\, arid deserts to sub-tropical rainforests\, each home to distinct ingredients and cuisines. More than 90 languages are spoken across the countries (some by only a few thousand people)\, primarily Amharic\, Tigrinya (in Eritrea and the North) and Afaan Oromo. \nFor those familiar with Ethiopian/Eritrean restaurant menus\, the names of dishes most often appear as Amharic transliterations (but can still vary a lot as there is no official system) regardless of the actual mother tongue of the business; we’ve added names in Tigrinya where possible [in square brackets]. \nTonight Asmait Merhatsion will share with us a homemade meal of traditional dishes together with an introduction to the coffee ceremony\, one of the most cherished social rituals of daily life in Eritrea. \nBonus: both myself (Len) and my colleague Neil Coletta have been long-time fans and collectors of Ethiopian music of the 70’s & 80’s\, and will put together a special playlist for tonight’s dinner.\n—– \nKitfo ክትፎ\nEritrean/Ethiopian ‘beef tartare’; finely chopped raw beef seasoned with korarima (Ethiopian black cardamom\, aka Grains of Paradise)\, mitmita (red chili powder)\, and nit’ir qibe [tesmi]\, clarified butter infused with a host of spices\, served with injera crisps \nKaye Sir ቀይሥር\nBeetroot salad\, served with injera crisps. \n— \nTypically a family meal features a large platter lined with homemade injera\, a slightly sour fermented flatbread made from teff\, a tiny\, highly nutritious grain endemic to Eritrea/Ethiopia\, topped with a colourful selection of different meat and vegetable dishes. The food is traditionally eaten by hand\, with guests sharing the communal platter (optional). \nDoro w’et ዶሮ ወጥ\nChicken in a rich\, onion-based sauce (kulet) infused with spicy *berbere (*a complex\, homemade spice blend unique to each chef)\, and topped with a hard-boiled egg. Often considered the national dish of Ethiopia\, and served on holidays or special occasions. \nTibs ጥብሲ [Tibsi/Qulwa]\nSmall cubes of beef\, fried in nit’ir qibe (spice-infused ghee) with onions\, tomato\, ginger\, garlic\, and other spices. \n— \nDevout Ethiopian Christians observe more than 200 fasting days\, during which they eat no meat and refrain from eating until noon; others may only fast during Lent. This tradition of t’som megeb (fasting food) provides a large selection vegetarian dishes. \nShiro ሽሮ\nA thick paste of chickpea flour cooked with a blend spices\, ginger\, garlic\, onion\, and tomato. It’s often called metin shiro\, where metin means measured\, suggesting that one must combine just the right amount of spices to create the perfect flavour profile. \nMisr W’et ምስር [Ades]\nMisr (red) stews tend to be spicy from the addition of the characteristic hot berbere spice blend. This is one of the most well known\, with red lentils\, onions\, cumin\, tomato\, garlic\, and ginger. \nKik Alicha ምስር [Tumtumo]\nAlicha (yellow) stews are made without berbere\, thus not spicy\, and are often made with turmeric to enhance the colour. This classic dish features yellow split pea\, stewed with onion\, ginger\, garlic\, turmeric\, and black cardamom. \nAtakilt W’et አታከልት [Kawlo]\nAtakilt (vegetable) is another classic combination of cabbage [kawlo]\, onion\, carrot\, potato\, turmeric\, garlic\, and ginger. \nGomen ጎመን [Hamli]\nGomen (greens) are a staple dish\, made with collards or kale braised with onion\, garlic\, ginger\, tomato\, and spices. \nSalata ሰላጣ\nA fresh green salad of lettuce\, tomato\, onion and jalapeño in a simple\, tangy lemon dressing refreshes the palate and brightens up the whole platter. \n— \nThe meal will close with an introduction to the traditional Habesha coffee ceremony. Typically performed by the woman of the household when hosting relatives\, neighbours\, or honoured guests\, it is more than just a coffee break\, it’s an intimate ritual of social\, emotional and spiritual connection. Green coffee is first roasted over an open flame in a pan; the aroma of the roasting beans is an important part of the experience\, and sometimes incense is also burned. The coffee is then ground\, often using a traditional wooden mortar and pestle\, then brewed in a traditional long-necked clay pot (jebena) with a spherical base and pouring spout. Served in small handleless cups\, the coffee is served alongside a small snack such as popcorn or peanuts. \nFor tonight’s dinner Asmait has prepared her signature teff cookies with orange and cinnamon. \n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \nAsmait Merhatsion was born in Eritrea\, and moved to Canada with her family from Israel in 2022. She started to cook at home at a young age as was typical for girls in her community. When she lived in Israel\, a friend invited Asmait to start teaching cooking workshops with her. From then on she began to work with people from all over the world\, making dishes together every weekend as an extra income source for her family. Here in Canada\, she graduated from Newcomer Kitchen’s food entrepreneurship program\, and now hopes to continue to pursue her favourite thing — cooking — as a way to promote her culture and to start her own business.\n—– \nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-at-the-eritrean-table-by-asmait-merhatsion/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Nochebuena - Venezuelan Christmas by Luis Manuel Cordoba
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nChristmas has always been my favourite time of the year; a time to forget about diets and to spend time with your loved ones. Navidad in Venezuela is by far the most awaited and important time of the year. El espíritu navideño can be felt all the way since mid-November\, when shops and bakeries start to decorate and put up their arbolitos (little tree). \nUnlike the United States and other countries\, in Venezuela San Nicolás isn’t the generous present giver. Instead\, every child excitedly waits for their presents to be brought by el Niño Jesús\, who arrives after the kids go to bed on Christmas Eve to bring presents for well-behaved children. Santa Claus is also an honoured guest in every Venezuelan home\, as he is the representation of the Christmas spirit. He is like el Niño Jesús’s sidekick when delivering presents. I still remember how exciting it was to wake up and find my presents near the pesebre (creche/nativity scene). Due to the strong Catholic tradition in Venezuela\, every home has its replica of the manger where Jesus was born. \nMy favourite part of Christmas is the food. I wait all year round to eat the traditional Christmas meal of hallacas\, pernil and pan de jamón. La hallaca is a sort of tamale made out of yellow corn dough\, filled with a beef\, chicken and pork stew embellished with raisins\, olives\, and capers\, which is then is wrapped in banana leaves\, tied with string and boiled. El pan de jamón (ham bread) is a brioche bread filled with smoked ham\, raisins and green olives\, and el pernil is a baked and glazed pork leg. La ensalada de gallina is a creamy chicken salad with potatoes\, carrots\, peas\, and mayonnaise. \nNochebuena\, after eating our plato navideño\, families sit together and open the presents from their amigo secreto (secret friend). Some days or even weeks before Christmas Eve\, each family member writes their name on small pieces of paper that are then folded and put on a jar from which everyone take turns to pick one and find out who you will be the secret friend of. On Christmas Eve\, you put your present underneath the Christmas tree and wait to find out who is your secret friend. \nVenezuelans cheer Christmas time up by the rhythm of gaitas\, a folk music genre which has roots in Zulia state in the western part of the country. It features distinctive instruments like the furruco\, charrasca\, tamboras\, the beloved cuatro\, with lyrics that range from serious social themes to funny\, popular jokes.\n—– \nChupe\nThe Venezuelan take on chicken soup\, usually with potatoes\, corns and fresh cheese or crema. \nHallaca\nTraditional Venezuelan corn tamales stuffed with 3 meats — beef\, pork and chicken — with olives\, raisins and peppers\, wrapped in banana leaves. \nEnsalada de Gallina\nVenezuelan chicken salad with potatoes\, carrots\, green peas and cilantro \nPan de Jamon\nA classic Venezuelan Christmas treat: tender brioche bread rolled around a mix of ham\, bacon\, olives and raisins \nPernil\nVenezuelan style roasted pork leg \nTorta Tres Leches\nVenezuelan-style sponge cake incorporating 3 kinds of milk\, with a whipped cream topping and cinnamon garnish.\n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \nLuis Manuel Cordoba is a Venezuelan Chef from Maturin City who opened his first restaurant in 2001 in Mérida\, a culinary hub in Venezuela. Later\, he joined forces with his brother\, also a chef\, to establish a corporate catering company before moving to Toronto with his family in 2010. He quickly found himself working as the chef of Arepa Café\, Toronto’s premier purveyor of authentic Venezuelan arepas. In 2015\, they launched The Arepa Republic\, an award-winning food truck that serves delicious Venezuelan dishes at events across the GTA. @theareparepublic\n—– \nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-nochebuena-venezuelan-christmas-by-luis-manuel-cordoba/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Traditions of the Filipino Kitchen by Maria Polotan
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nA Filipino may denationalize himself but not his stomach. He may travel over the seven seas and the five continents and the two hemispheres and lose the savor of home and forget his identity and believe himself a citizen of the world. But he remains ― gastronomically\, at least ― always a Filipino. For\, if in no other way\, the Filipino loves his country with his stomach. \n― excerpt from “Where’s the Patis?” by Carmen Guerrero Nakpil \nImage credit: Carinderia\, Illustration by José Honorato Lozano (1847)\, Biblioteca Nacional de España. \n—– \nThe cooking methods of the Philippines have been defined not just by its geography\, but also through centuries of trading and colonization. Traditionally souring agents – like vinegars or the multitude of sour fruits and vegetables found in the Philippines – provide not only one of the quintessential flavours but also one of pillars of cooking. Without using any heat\, vinegar can be used to ‘cook’ food\, often done with seafood\, which is called kinilaw. Vinegars and other souring agents can also be used as the foundation of stews and broths – like the adobo and paksiw\, or sour broths like sinigang. Filipinos also love to kinulob (steam)\, inihaw (grill) and ginisa (stir fry) – methods incorporated from neighbours or colonial powers over more than 1000 years of cultural exchange. \nJoin Maria Polotan of Mama Linda’s for a thoughtful and authentic dive into the techniques and traditions of the Filipino kitchen — a delicious celebration of the diverse cuisine of the Phillippines.\n—– \nKinilaw na isda\nKinilaw or cooking with a souring agent like vinegar is one of the oldest method of cooking in the Philippines. Fish just caught are cleaned and gutted\, then quickly dressed with juice of any sour fruit\, abundant in the islands\, or vinegar\, plus spices and aromatics. This version features fresh fish “cooked” in sukang tuba (coconut toddy vinegar)\, with lime juice\, ginger\, onions\, and fresh chilies. \nBatangas kaldereta\nKaldereta is derived from the Spanish word caldereta\, meaning “cauldron\, and refers to a popular kind of slow cooked meat stew\, and can be found served at just about every town fiesta. Chunks of beef\, usually brisket\, are braised for hours in equal amounts of onions\, garlic and spiced until fork tender. Maria’s favourite version of this popular dish eschews the usual additon of tomatoes\, instead finishes the dish with a touch of liverwurst and butter for a creamy\, rich texture. \nInsarabsab\nAs old as kinilaw\, inihaw (grilling)\, is another go-to cooking method in the Phillippines. Meats\, fish\, vegetables are cooked directly over the glowing embers of coconut husks creating an enticing\, smoky aroma. This is a killer version; grilled pork belly\, chopped then tossed with with red onions and chilies\, cane vinegar. \nBihon guisado (v)\nLong before Europeans accidentally landed in the islands\, Filipinos traded extensively with Chinese\, Malay and Hindi merchants creating the perfect opportunity to learn a thing or two about their food and ways of cooking. The Chinese influence in Filipino cuisine is most evident in stir frying as well as the many noodle dishes (pancit) popular throughout the country. A staple in any celebratory table\, bihon (thin rice noodles\, usually dried in the sun) are stir fried (guisado) with lots of garlic\, ginger and onions and full bodied broth\, topped with a with a melange of fresh vegetables like carrots\, cauliflower\, celery\, carrots\, cilantro and green onions. \nBulanglang (v)\nBraising in a pot with lots of liquid (often just water) is another thing adopted from the Chinese. A pot of this soup is a standby dinner for peasant families in Northern Philippines – slices of vegetables (usually picked from the garden) are added to simmering broth fragrant of lemongrass\, ginger\, onions and tomatoes\, and viola\, supper in a few minutes. Usually spooned over a bowl of rice and eaten with some fried or grilled salted fish. \nDinner is accompanied by achara (v) – from achar\, the South Indian word for pickled vegetables — a tangy\, homemade pickled green papaya condiment\, and steamed jasmine rice. \nMalagos Chocolate Cupcakes\nAmerican influence in Pinoy baking is undeniable. Every small town will have at least one bakery producing the quintessential “tasty” the local term for the loaf bread introduced by American soldiers\, along with the cookies and cakes. These fudgey cupcakes are topped with chocolate ganache made from cacao grown in the Philippines. \nPuto (v\,gf)\nHindi influence in Filipino cooking is low key but well entrenched; many rice-based sweets and snacks are of Hindi origins. Puto\, steamed cakes made from ground up rice grains\, a close cousin to the sanna and idli \n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \nMaria Lourdes Polotan grew up in a family where food played a central part on how life was celebrated; the kitchen was where the family congregated and her mother presided. Maria shares her passion for food through Mama Linda’s\, offering traditional Filipino home cooking with quality local ingredients at pop-up events\, catering\, and at Withrow Park Farmers’ Market in the summer. @mamalindasto | @lamibymamalindas\n—– \nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-traditions-of-the-filipino-kitchen-by-maria-polotan/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Savouring Surat by Malav Naik
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nThere is a famous Gujarati proverb\, Surat nu Jaman ane Kashi nu Maran. Literally translated it means “Dining in Surat and dying in Varanasi is the only way to heaven”. It refers to the long-standing reputation for culinary excellence that Surat\, a city of about 7 million on the Tapi River in the west Indian state of Gujarat\, is known for. Centuries of trade with both the East and the West\, flowing through its bustling port and fuelled by its famous textile and diamond markets\, have created a vibrant\, cosmopolitan food culture. Join us for an intimate dinner by proud Surti ambassador\, Malav Naik\, who will share his personal take on what makes the justly famous cuisine of this city so heavenly.\n—– \nChana Daal Samosa\nCooked chana daal with grated fresh coconut\, shallots and warm spices with a slight tang from aamchur (dried mango powder). \nSurti Idada\nSteamed rice flour and lentil batter with ginger\, green chillies and freshly cracked black pepper. \nMamna [meat]\nMinced goat meatballs with warm spices\, served with a lemon wedge and pickled onions.\n–or–\nDudhi na Muthiya [veg]\nSteamed bottle gourd snack made with wheat\, jowar (millet) and chickpea flour. \nJuwar na lot na Thepla\nThe winter or rustic version of the iconic Gujarati staple. This heartier version of a regular thepla gets its distinct earthy flavour from jowar (millet) flour and fresh methi (fenugreek leaves). Served with fresh makkhan (homemade butter)\, pickled fresh turmeric & mango ginger slivers. \nSurti Khawsa\nA Surti spin on Burmese Khao Soi\, this soup features lightly spiced coconut milk with ginger\, garlic shoots and Kashmiri chilli\, topped with crispy puri and noodles. \nUndhiyu Puri\, Shrikhand and Kadhi\nUndhiyu is Surat’s ode to the abundance of Fall/Winter harvest. A medley of root veggies – potato\, sweet potato and purple yam cooked in a herby\, spicy masala base\, along with surti papdi (a fresh green bean similar to snap peas). Served with shrikhand (sweetened strained yogurt)\, puri (fried wheat puffs) and Gujarati kadhi (yogurt based broth). \nCold Coco\nNo other city in India is as obsessed with chocolate milk as Surat. Surtis love their ‘Cold Coco’ – a delicious chocolate milk type drink that’s topped with cashews and served with crushed ice.\n—– \n$79 +HST \n—–\nMalav Naik is a marketing strategist\, artist and activist based in Toronto\, ON. Growing up in the food-obsessed city of Surat has shaped their hedonistic outlook towards cooking and eating. @the_khalnaik \n—–\nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-savouring-surat-by-malav-naik/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Friendsgiving by Crystal Powell
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nFriendsgiving is a Thanksgiving-themed meal typically eaten prior to or instead of a family Thanksgiving dinner. For Chef Crystal Powell\, Friendsgiving was something celebrated during her time in the military\, when close friends and colleagues had to work through the feast holidays. It was a time to be grateful\, humble and know that each person would not be forgotten while being away from their loved ones\, or preparing to be shipped off to parts unknown to serve. \nGreat food\, good company and laughter was the motto. The mess hall became a place to come together; it didn’t matter what your station or rank was\, you left it at the door. For Crystal\, this was the time to remember\, cherish and be honoured to surrounded by the incredible men and women she admired. Inspired by this tradition and its many fond memories\, Crystal has pulled out all the stops for a beautiful seasonal feast to celebrate everything wonderful about gathering around the table with friends\, new and old. \n—– \nTruffle Cauliflower Soup (Vegan/GF)\nCaramelized shallots\, smoked parsnip\, roasted garlic\, smoked paprika oil\, fresh chives. \nThe Blue and White in the Sky\nGem lettuce\, romaine hearts\, silvered Bosc pears\, candied pecans\, Gorgonzola crumble\, lemon poppy seed vinaigrette \nBombay Butter Chicken\nSmoked habanero rub\, aRoqa tandoori yogurt\, naan crumble\n–or–\nGrilled Atlantic Salmon (GF)\nAvocado chimichurri salsa\, scallions\, fresh cilantro \nYukon Gold Puree\nwith roasted garlic\, chive (GF) \nFrench Green Beans\nwith whipped bone marrow beurre (GF) \nRoasted Heirloom Carrots\nwith Columbian coffee\, Maynooth maple\, sage (GF/V) \nSweet & Tart Ending\nLavender infused curd\, raspberry dust\, white chocolate crèmeaux\, black berry coulis\, butterfly pea foam\, fresh season blueberry compost \n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \nCrystal Powell grew up in a family that shared a passion for food; her father was a pastry chef and her mother a graphic artist. After graduating with a degree in Culinary Management she worked her way up to become the Sous Chef at Casa Loma in 2010. After several years in different profession kitchens\, she decided to go out on her own with a few fellow chefs to found Kanvas in 2017.  kanvas.ca | @kanvaschefs \n—–\nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-friendsgiving-by-crystal-powell/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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SUMMARY:INDIGENOUS FOOD LAB by Taylor Parker and Matthew Anthony Knight-Barton
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nToronto is part of the Dish With One Spoon Covenant. In its very language\, it reminds us that by eating together\, we are connected.  \nThe Depanneur is proud to host the Indigenous Food Lab\, a new monthly residency with Chefs Taylor Parker and Matthew Knight-Barton\, the duo behind The Dep’s acclaimed and subversive Canada Day Supper Clubs.  It is an honour and privilege to offer a space where these chefs can combine their talents to explore the possibilities of an elevated\, communal dining experience rooted in First Nations traditions. It is their laboratory to explore and experiment a Canadian concept of terroir – the flavour of a place — to rediscover and redefine what Indigenous food means today. \nWe live in the largest city in Canada\, one of the most ethnically and culinarily diverse cities in the world. One can find almost any dish from almost any cuisine\, with one glaring\, egregious exception: the country we actually live in. Indigenous food is criminally underrepresented in Toronto’s food scene\, without a single Indigenous-owned restaurant for people to patronize. More than ever before\, Canada needs to embrace and celebrate its indigenous culinary heritage\, and I believe the long path towards reconciliation can and should start at the table. \n\n\nRead my profile of Chef Taylor from The Depanneur Cookbook\nTheir sophisticated tasting menus celebrate local and foraged ingredients\, and a deep connection to First Nations foodways\, to our land and our shared heritage. Each meal showcases a range of wild ingredients harvested by Chef Taylor. Weather\, timing\, season\, and the caprice of Mother Nature will determine exactly what will be shared with us. Whatever comes to the table\, you can be assured that it will be crafted with remarkable skill and creativity of two veteran fine-dining chefs. \nBecause food in general\, and indigenous food in particular\, is inherently political\, this series will also reconnect with The Depanneur’s Pay It Forward program. Developed to support Dashmaawaan Benmaazinjin (They Feed The People) as part of the Dep+Bentway 2023 Communal Table dinner series\, Pay It Forward directed donations from dinner guests to provide fresh\, lovingly prepared food to the elderly and unhoused in Toronto’s Indigenous community. Additionally\, two tickets at every dinner will be gifted to members of Toronto’s indigenous community\, underscoring the literal and symbolic importance of a seat at the table.\n—– \n$99 + HST \n—– \nTaylor Parker is from Six Nations of the Grand River Reserve\, where he inherited an extensive knowledge of native plants and foraged foodstuffs from his parents. Taylor has spent much of his professional life working in a diverse range of professional kitchens and as a freelance chef\, and recently launched FOR4GED Candle Company in Brantford\, Ontario.\n@turok_parker | @for4ged.candleco \nMatthew Anthony Knight-Barton has been cooking and managing kitchens\, venues and events for nearly 20 years. Matthew has a passion for all things fresh\, and a traditional British style of cooking with a French twist.\n—– \n\nThe Depanneur is Where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA. @TheDepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/indigenous-food-lab-by-taylor-parker-and-matthew-anthony-knight-barton-4/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241122T210000
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: Timing Is Everything — Dinner Dialogues by Tribe Toronto
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nLara and Natasha\, co-founders of Tribe Toronto\, craft and host intimate events designed to foster authentic connections. Their facilitated dinners bring together small groups of people to explore personal experiences around a shared theme. The evening flows with guided conversations over a family-style meal\, creating opportunities for guests to connect on a deeper level and build lasting connections. \nJoin Lara and Natasha for a unique dining experience — no small talk required — as they guide you through the evening with thoughtful questions that encourage real stories and open sharing. The theme for tonight is Timing is Everything. Life has a way of unfolding in unexpected ways\, and sometimes the right moment changes everything. This November\, our facilitated dinners explore stories of perfect timing\, missed chances\, and the serendipitous moments that shaped our paths. Through meaningful conversations\, guests will reflect on how timing—whether good\, bad\, or just right—has made a lasting impact on their lives. \nWith Lara’s enticing plant-based late fall harvest meal and Natasha guiding the evening’s conversations\, this will be a gathering full of flavour\, warmth\, and real connection.\n—– \nPlant Based Snacking Boards\nAn inviting spread of dips and spreads\, toasted nuts\, artisan crackers\, and fresh bread—perfect for mingling and starting the evening off right. \nRoasted Curry Carrot Bisque\nRich\, creamy carrot with a hint of curry\, offering the warm flavours of fall in every spoonful. \nAutumn Harvest Whole Roasted Cauliflower\nA striking centrepiece\, this cauliflower is roasted with warm spices and served on a bed of whipped feta\, topped with crispy spiced chickpeas\, a drizzle of maple tahini\, and a burst of chimichurri for extra flavour and texture. \nShepherd’s Pie\nHearty layers of savoury vegetables and lentils\, topped with smooth mashed potatoes—comfort food redefined. \nKale & Roasted Sweet Potato Salad\nCrisp kale meets roasted sweet potatoes\, all brought together with a vibrant dressing. \nChocolate & Berry Mousse\nA silky chocolate mousse with seasonal fruit reduction\, adding a balanced\, sweet finish to the meal. \nApple Crisp\nWarm spiced apples baked to perfection with a crunchy oat topping\, offering a cozy and classic end to the evening.\n—– \n\n$79 +HST \n—–\nLara\, co-founder of Tribe Toronto\, has been plant-based for over a decade\, channelling her creativity into crafting delicious\, satisfying meals inspired by seasonal and cultural flavours. Her travels have fuelled her passion\, as she’s taken cooking classes in every new city to uncover local history and culinary secrets. Now more rooted in Toronto\, she’s focused on creating spaces for genuine connections through Tribe’s events. \n\nNatasha\, co-founder of Tribe Toronto\, is dedicated to creating inclusive\, regenerative spaces that bring people together. With a background in human rights law and expertise in Diversity & Inclusion\, leadership coaching\, and personal development\, she’s all about championing people and fostering genuine connection. Known for her skill as a facilitator\, Natasha has a natural ability to guide conversations that allow everyone to feel seen and heard. Her love for travel and cultural exploration fuels her curiosity\, while her work with Tribe reflects her passion for empowering others. \nTribe Toronto is a community-focused events company dedicated to creating spaces for meaningful connections. We believe in the power of storytelling\, shared experiences\, and deeper conversations to bring people together and help them find their tribe. \ntribetoronto.com | @thetribe.toronto \n—–\nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-dinner-dialogues-timing-is-everything-by-tribe-toronto/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T210000
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB: A Night in Córdoba by Carole Nelson Brown
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place in the CCFE Solutions Salon at CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\nA Night in Córdoba is an intimate supper club experience that will transport you to the heart of Andalusia\, offering a taste of Córdoba‘s rich culinary heritage. Set in a cozy\, candlelit atmosphere\, the evening showcases traditional dishes that highlight the region’s blend of Moorish\, Jewish\, and Christian influences. \nThe menu begins with Salmorejo\, a chilled tomato soup with garlic\, olive oil\, and a garnish of hard-boiled egg and jamón. Next\, we will taste Berenjenas Fritas\, crispy fried eggplant drizzled with honey\, followed by the hearty and flavourful Rabo de Toro\, a slow-cooked oxtail stew infused with wine and spices. The vegetarian option will be Espinacas con Garbanzos\, a smoky brais of chickpea and spinach. \nThe evening is a culinary journey through Córdoba’s history\, rounded off with Pastel Cordobés\, a pastry filled with sweet pumpkin and dusted with sugar. Traditional Spanish music and warm hospitality create the perfect ambiance for this unique dining experience.\n—– \n\n\nA selection of tapas upon arrival \nSalmorejo\nCold tomato bread soup with egg and Serrano ham \nBerenjenas Con Miel\nBreaded and fried eggplant drizzled with honey \nRabo de Toro\nOxtail stew with fried potatoes \n–or– \nEspinacas Con Garbanzos\nBraised chickpea and spinach \nPastel Cordobés\nTraditional dessert of puff pastry with candied squash\n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \n\n\nCarole Nelson Brown has a remarkable 40-year career as a professional makeup artist to the stars. Carole embraced a mid-life transformation that took her from enhancing faces to tantalizing taste buds. Her culinary journey led to recipe development\, enchanting chef pop-ups\, and sharing culinary wisdom through cooking classes. As a cannabis chef\, she explored new frontiers in the culinary world. She currently works in catering and as a private chef.\n@mamashack \n—–\nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/supper-club-a-night-in-cordoba-by-carole-nelson-brown/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave.\, Suite 501\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T210000
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SUMMARY:[Offsite] SUPPER CLUB: Parsi Bhonu by Niloufer Mavalvala
DESCRIPTION:This event takes place at the author’s home in Mississauga\, near Mississauga Rd. & Burnhamthorpe Rd. (Address will be provided upon purchase of tickets)\nParsi Cooking Demonstration & Dinner\nParsis are a Zoroastrian community descended from Persians who migrated from Persia around 7th century\, with most settling on the west coast of India. Over the past 1300 years\, while it has adopted many Indian culinary ingredients and techniques\, Parsi food has remained a unique regional cuisine that still echos flavours and techniques from ancient Persia. \nNiloufer Mavalvala is the award-winning author of several books on Parsi cooking\, and our guide this evening she shares her home with us for an intimate cooking demonstration and family style meal of traditional Parsi dishes\, along with stories about the food and Parsi culture. This is a unique opportunity to dive into a rare and fascinating culinary tradition and learn about Parsi culture\, traditions\, customs\, and heritage.\n—– \nPatra Ni Macchi\nFish layered with green coconut chutney\, cooked in banana leaves. \nDhun daar nay jhinga no patiyo\nA trio of lentils and rice\, served with a side of prawns cooked in a stew that is thikku-khattu-mitthu (spicy\, sweet\, and sour). \nRavo\nA traditional semolina and egg pudding \nVegetarian option available on request \n \n—– \n$79 +HST \n—– \nNiloufer Mavalvala is an experienced home cook and an award-winning author\, who believes her passion has a purpose. Her passion is teaching cooking\, and her purpose is to spread ancient Parsi cuisine far and wide. She enjoys cooking for others\, having been influenced by her family of good home cooks\, particularly her mother and aunt. She was born and raised in Karachi and has lived in several cities\, including Dubai\, London\, and Toronto. Niloufer enjoys welcoming people from other cultures and cuisines because she feels that food connects us all and that breaking bread together is the easiest way to bond. Follow her on Instagram\, Facebook\, and her website\, Niloufer’s Kitchen. nilouferskitchen.com | @nilouferskitchen \n—–\nThe Depanneur is a place where Interesting Food Things Happen. For more than a decade The Dep has been showcasing Toronto’s remarkable culinary diversity through thousands of unique food events as well as the forthcoming Depanneur Cookbook\, featuring 100 recipes from 100 cooks. After more than 10 years at its iconic College Street location\, The Dep is now bringing all new Interesting Food Things to exciting venues all across the GTA.\n@thedepanneur
URL:https://dev.thedepanneur.ca/event/offsite-supper-club-parsi-bhonu-by-niloufer-mavalvala/
LOCATION:Mississauga\, L5L 3N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Supper Clubs
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