DROP-IN DINNER: Mauritian Street Food by Vanesha Khadaroo

Returning to the Dep by popular demand, Chef Vanesha Khadaroo has assembled another excellent menu of Mauritian street food. Mauritius, a small island nestled in the Indian Ocean, is a melting pot of global cultures and traditions. Its long history has seen people from different parts of the world migrating to the island, each contributing […]

SUPPER CLUB: When in Rome — An Ancient Dinner Party by Chef Luke Hayes-Alexander

This event is SOLD OUT - congrats Luke! Feel free to contact us to have your name put on a waiting list in the event of a last-minute cancellation. Chef Luke Hayes-Alexander draws a page from the 1st century Roman gourmand and bon vivant Marcus Gavius Apicius, with a stylish menu inspired by the recipes compiled in […]

WORKSHOP: Exploring Mexican Chiles with Chef Paola Solorzano

Chile peppers are one of Mexico's greatest contribution to global cuisine; indigenous to the New World, they have become an integral part of culinary traditions around the world. Mexican cuisine in particular takes full advantage of the amazing variety of fresh, dried and smoked chiles, as much for their unique flavours as for their tantalizing […]

DROP-IN DINNER: Moroccan Harira by Len Senater

Harira is the traditional soup of Maghreb, and often the dish that breaks the fast of Ramadan, though it can be found year-round being served out of cauldrons in the boisterous Djema el-Fna night market in Marrakesh. Rich, delicious, warming and fragrant, it is full of lentils, chickpeas, rice and tender chunks of lamb in […]

DROP-IN DINNER: Buddhist Ribs by Emily Zimmerman

Every Wednesday - Veg Out with Emily Zimmerman Sticky maple garlic Buddhist ribs (pressed firm organic tofu), soy-simmered kabocha squash, steamed greens with sesame, and rice. $12 #vegan #GF Dessert: Green tea chocolate $4 Pay What You Can after 7:30 Fresh City Farms CSA box pickup 5-8pm http://www.freshcityfarms.com/ ----- Emily Zimmerman is the lady behind […]

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DROP-IN DINNER: Cookin’ it Like a Boz by Ksenija Hotic

The Dep is delighted to welcome back Ksenija Hotic and her fabulous Bosnian specialities. A classic dish across the Balkans, cabbage rolls (Sarme) are stuffed with meat, rice and spices wrapped in pickled cabbage leaves. As someone of Eastern European descent, I can tell you that these babies are as good as they get. Sarme […]

DROP-IN DINNER: Ayurvedic Kichari by Lee Dares

Ayurveda is a traditional Hindu approach to wellness that incorporates cooking and medicine that aims to heal and detoxify the body. Inspired by her travels in India, Lee Dares has put together a lovely vegetarian meal that embodies traditional Ayurvedic principles to promote good digestion and boost the immune system. Her kichari is a warm […]

SUPPER CLUB: Chinese New Year’s Banquet by Lejen Chen

This Chinese New Year’s Banquet combines Lejen Chen’s cherished memories of cooking and celebrations growing up in a Chinese family in Brooklyn, with insights gleaned through her extensive travels across China researching heritage seeds, livestock and traditional Chinese foodways. Lejen is passionate about sharing the abundant food culture of China, and trying to do so […]

WORKSHOP: Valentine’s Day Chocolate and Truffles by Emily Zimmerman

Rich, indulgent chocolates may be a classic Valentine's Day gift, but how much more romantic and intimate would they be if you could make them yourself? Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Emily Zimmerman is offering this fun, hands-on workshop introducing basic techniques for chocolate and truffle making. Participants will leave with a box full of delicious handmade chocolates made with […]

DROP-IN DINNER: Shiitake, Edamame & Miso Risotto by Len Senater

An unbeatable flavour combo: meaty shiitake mushrooms and nutty organic green soybeans (edamame), combined with arugula, organic white miso broth and arborio rice into a creamy, luxurious risotto. Comes with steamed baby bok choi. $12 (#vegan #GF) Add Hongshao Rou: Shanghainese soy-braised pork belly +$3 Also: Fresh Pie from the wood ovens of Dufferin Grove […]