Over the last decade Chef Michael Kirkwood has developed an expressive and adventurous approach to cooking, using fresh, local and artisanal ingredients to explore the possibilities of contemporary Canadian cuisine. This elegant menu is a mix of local and seasonal products combined with international ingredients, and put together with the skill and sophistication one would […]
At the heart of French cooking are the "Mother Sauces"; a series of fundamental culinary building blocks upon which countless variations and dishes are based. In this fun, hands-on workshop, French Chef Chantal Vechambre will introduce the key techniques behind several of these versatile sauces, an invaluable foundation for anyone interested in exploring true French […]
Darcy will be talking about the challenges and rewards of bringing food to the people — how making fresh food more accessible can benefit all Torontonians. This is something he has learned a lot about over the past five years though the efforts of his advocacy group FoodForward, and the initiatives of his new consultancy, […]
Some dishes are just meant to warm you up on a cold winter evening, and a classic dark & hearty Irish Beef Stew is definitely one of them. In the 1800's this stew would be made with goat or mutton, but nowadays beef is most popular. Guinness, a traditional Irish dry stout originally from Dublin, […]
The island of Mauritius, situated in the Indian Ocean, features a culture and cuisine that is a unique combination of African, Indian, Chinese, Arabic and French influences. With a large Indian population, big, festive vegetarian meals are a common occurrence. This very special meal of 7 different vegetable curries is typical of a Hindu wedding […]
Rich, indulgent chocolates may be a classic Valentine's Day gift, but how much more romantic and intimate would they be if you made 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 […]
HELD OVER A 2ND NIGHT! At the heart of French cooking are the "Mother Sauces"; a series of fundamental culinary building blocks upon which countless variations and dishes are based. In this fun, hands-on workshop, French Chef Chantal Vechambre will introduce the key techniques behind several of these versatile sauces, an invaluable foundation for anyone […]
Artisanal ghee maker Lee Dares of Lee’s Ghee returns to the Dep for a tasty Drop-In Dinner inspired by some of her favourite dishes encountered in her travels in India. Masala Dosa Dosas are crispy, fermented rice flour crêpes which are commonly eaten for breakfast in South India, but are equally delicious eaten for supper. […]
"Lead me not into temptation…" Never mind, we know a shortcut! Call me a hopeless romantic, but Valentine's Day is the one night a year The Depanneur pulls out all the stops and goes for an over-the-top, all-out indulgent food experience. And who better to call on than talented cook, food writer and instructor Paula Costa, […]
Special Family Day Workshop for Kids 6-12 yrs Making dumplings of one kind or another is a traditional family activity all around the world. Poland's warm and hearty pierogies have become a popular Canadian comfort-food staple and they are fun easy to make. In this class, pierogie maven and mom Maria Rozynska invites kids 6-12 […]
