Long-time Dep favourite, Chef Dali Chehimi brings his traditional Tunisian favourites to the table for a delicious taste of the Casbah! Tunisian cuisine features all the hallmarks of delicious North African food: complex spices, lush combinations of fruit and meat, Mediterranean ingredients and a hint of French colonial influence. Tagines, the flavourful stews that range […]
Despite being an incredible food city in so many ways, Toronto does not have much in the way of its own unique, signature dishes. Chef Greg Couillard’s iconic Jump Up Soup would be as credible a contender as any. For a time this was probably Toronto’s most famous dish, inspired by the first Caribana Parade […]
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” ― Hippocrates We all know that our health is intimately connected to what we eat, but with so much competing information out there, it can be hard to understand how to make the right choices and how to incorporate them into our busy lives. Chef Francoise […]
Join Jaina Kapadia for an in-depth, hands-on exploration of traditional Indian Breads, an essential part of any Indian meal — there is nothing like a fresh naan or paratha slathered with ghee or butter! Traditional Indian breads are flatbreads are cooked on a stove top using a cast iron griddle or a clay tandoor. Although […]
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” ― Hippocrates We all know that our health is intimately connected to what we eat, but with so much competing information out there, it can be hard to understand how to make the right choices and how to incorporate them into our busy lives. Chef Francoise […]
When it comes to Jamaican food, many people are familiar with jerk chicken and beef patties, but there is a long list of delicious dishes that you might not have tried before. Jamaican cuisine is an eclectic mix of influences from its Indigenous population, along with the different cultures who have settled on the island […]
With Toronto's Caribana just around the corner — currently the largest cultural event in Canada and the largest outdoor festival in North America — it's a perfect opportunity to get into the Caribbean Carnival spirit. Inspired by Jamaica's motto, "Out of many, one people", award-winning Chef Winslow Taylor has crafted an elegant menu representing some […]
SOLD OUT — 3nd Night Added Tuesday, July 30 Knowing how to choose, use and care for knives is one of the most essential parts of any cook’s skill set. Join Chef Sonya Gammal for a solid primer on knife fundamentals, including selecting the best knife for the job, as well as knife safety, storage […]
Paella is often thought of as the Spanish national dish, but it is really a speciality of Valencia, though it has countless regional variations. Named after the pan it is cooked in, this classic rice dish has five key ingredients: Spanish short-grain Bomba rice, saffron, pimentón, olive oil and a paella pan. Beyond that, there are innumerable variations […]
Knowing how to choose, use and care for knives is one of the most essential parts of any cook’s skill set. Join Chef Sonya Gammal for a solid primer on knife fundamentals, including selecting the best knife for the job, as well as knife safety, storage and maintenance including sharpening and honing. In addition to […]
