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 […]
3rd Night Added! 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 […]
For this special Halloween Edition of Newcomer Kitchen we've designed a special menu of tasty finger foods — including a Pumpkin Kibbeh — that can easily be eaten on the go. Pick up your dinner at The Depanneur and you'll have a tasty, nourishing dinner you can eat & share right out of the bag […]
Karachi is the commercial hub, port and most populous city in Pakistan, with nearly 20-million people. It is a cosmopolitan city that generates 70% of the revenue for the country. Still, traditional Pakistani food is still dear to the hearts of Karachiites: and showcases Pakistan's cosmopolitan history as a part of the Silk Road trade […]
"Good things grow in Ontario" The crisp autumn air invites us to wrap ourselves in cozy knit sweaters and delight in the sounds of leaves crunching under foot as we enjoy the bounty of Ontario's farms. This ode to fall is created using the best of Ontario's late-autumn fruits and vegetables to set a new […]
ON SALE! Mexican street food goes way beyond tacos, but we rarely see any of the other amazing delicacies featured on Canadian menus… In this fun, hands-on workshop Erika Araujo will introduce you to two popular Mexican favourites, sopes and tlacoyos, along with recipes for the delicious fillings and salsas that make these dishes shine. Sopes are a traditional Mexican dish […]
Adding more fish and seafood to your diet can be a healthy and sustainable choice, but many people remain intimidated around how to best select and prepare them. In this fun, hands-on class Chef Nicole DiNardo will share with essential techniques for selecting, preparing and cooking the freshest sustainable fish and shellfish. With a […]
For millennia, in cultures around the world, the communal oven was the center of community life. Shauna Kearns looks at how the ancient tradition of wood-fired bread baking is helping transform communities in modern-day Pittsburgh Shauna Kearns is a founder and co-facilitator of the Braddock Community Oven in Braddock, PA. In this engaging talk, Shauna […]
Freekeh فريكة Freekeh is made from green durum wheat that processed in a special way to create a unique flavor. The wheat is harvested while the grains are yellow and the seeds still are soft; it then is piled and sun-dried. The piles are carefully set on fire so only the straw and chaff burn, […]
Join Chef Erika Araujo for a meal that will transport you to Mexico City — from the crunchy strips of tortillas to tangy green tomatillos, these classic recipes showcase the flavours and textures of authentic Mexican cuisine. Sopa Azteca $5 A rich and hearty soup full of red tomato and beans, with chunks of creamy […]
ON SALE! Gnocchi are the magical lovechild of pasta and dumplings, versatile enough to be rustic and homey comfort food, or delicate and elegant special-occasion fare. Their secret lies in how easy they can be make to make from scratch, once you know how. Laura Guanti will introduce you to some of the many varieties of gnocchi, […]
Facing each other across the Mediterranean, French and North African culinary traditions have been intermingling for centuries… Dishes like couscous have become bistro staples in France, and the influence of French cooking can be found in restaurants from Morocco to Tunisia and beyond. For this Moroccan-inspired menu, Chef Momo draws on both her African […]
Just because you’ve given up dairy doesn’t mean you can’t satisfy cravings for rich, melty cheese. Emily Zimmerman, the Dep’s resident vegan chef, will take you through a series of homemade vegan cheese recipes, from quick rarebit sauce and parmesans to creamy, tangy cultured cheeses. We’ll be using ingredients like cashews, coconut, hemp seeds, […]
On Sale! Pressure cooking, by its very nature, is a faster and healthier way to prepare foods. Nutrients are preserved at much higher rates than other, conventional cooking methods, flavours are intensified and, again, cooking time can be reduced by up to 70%. Throw in the fact that you are using less energy, wasting less […]
SOLD OUT! 3rd Night Added Tuesday, Nov 13 Just because you’ve given up dairy doesn’t mean you can’t satisfy cravings for rich, melty cheese. Emily Zimmerman, the Dep’s resident vegan chef, will take you through a series of homemade vegan cheese recipes, from quick rarebit sauce and parmesans to creamy, tangy cultured cheeses. We’ll […]
Just because you’ve given up dairy doesn’t mean you can’t satisfy cravings for rich, melty cheese. Emily Zimmerman, the Dep’s resident vegan chef, will take you through a series of homemade vegan cheese recipes, from quick rarebit sauce and parmesans to creamy, tangy cultured cheeses. We’ll be using ingredients like cashews, coconut, hemp seeds, […]
Mahashi Bialllahma محاشي باللحمة -or- Mahashi Nabatia محاشي نباتية Stuffed vegetables were cherished by the former Ottoman Empire, and they made them popular from the Balkans to the Levant. Pale green young zucchinis are very popular, but almost any vegetable can be Mashi (stuffed). Today it's a combination of eggplants (batenjan), tomatoes (bandoura) and peppers […]
It’s hardly surprising the Tibet’s cold, windy plateau has evolved a hearty, warming cuisine perfect for winter weather. Join Tsewang Chodon 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. Tibetan Lentil […]
Sale! 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 […]
Chef Greg Couillard has forged a life-long reputation as a fearless culinary innovator, a kind of supercollider of food ideas, smashing them together with incredible force, producing novel and exotic new dishes for a few lucky diners to marvel at. Chef Greg has left an indelible impression on fine dining in Toronto, opening eyes, minds […]
Additional Bread Making Classes Added Our popular full-day bread making workshops have sold out BUT we do have a half-day, 3hr class with lunch on Monday, November 17th from 10am-1pm with Leo Baduria at The Depanneur. If you sign up now through Airbnb Experiences you can take the class for only $70 . Visit the […]
Pressure cooking, by its very nature, is a faster and healthier way to prepare foods. Nutrients are preserved at much higher rates than other, conventional cooking methods, flavours are intensified and, again, cooking time can be reduced by up to 70%. Throw in the fact that you are using less energy, wasting less water and […]
Join artisanal baker Leo Baduria for this fun, hands-on workshop where participants will learn the recipes and techniques for making traditional flatbreads found in Italy and France, such as Focaccia, Fougasse aux Olives, Pizza Margherita and Tarte Flambée. You will learn how to make dough from scratch, how to handle it from kneading and resting to […]
Maqluba مقلوبة Maqluba 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 […]
Translated as “drowned sandwiches”, Tortas Ahogadas are a renowned street food staple unique to Guadalajara, Mexico. The locals say the secret is in the durability of the bun, the marinated slow roasted pork shoulder, and the mix of two sauces, chili-spicy and tomato-savoury, that do the drowning. Or maybe it’s in the toppings of lightly […]
Every culture has their comfort-food dumplings, and warm, hearty Polish pierogies are right up there with the best of them. In this fun, hands-on workshop, Maria Rozynska leads you through the process of kneading & rolling, filling & shaping, and boiling & frying homemade pierogies from scratch. You’ll start the class with a warm borscht […]
SOLD OUT — 2nd Night Added Sunday Nov 25 Finally medical and recreational cannabis is legal, but not everyone wants to smoke… Cannabis-infused edibles offer a more pleasant, varied and precise way to incorporate the benefits of cannabis into your lifestyle, but uninspired, store-bought gummies or brownies provide less control over dosage or quality of […]
Chef Winslow Taylor combines the spicy flavours of his rural Jamaican childhood with seasonal local produce for this elegant seafood dinner. "This special time of year is one of my favourites. Coming from a rural community, the harvest time was always special because it was your chance to share your bounty with friends and […]
Finally medical and recreational cannabis is legal, but not everyone wants to smoke… Cannabis-infused edibles offer a more pleasant, varied and precise way to incorporate the benefits of cannabis into your lifestyle, but uninspired, store-bought gummies or brownies provide less control over dosage or quality of ingredients. If you are curious about understanding the world […]
Toronto is situated in a rich and abundant agricultural region providing us with plentiful, fresh, and local ingredients to inspire and savour. With the change of each season we find a bounty of colours and new flavours and Chef Doris Fin's fun, hands-on class shows you how to transform these gifts into a delicious, seasonal, […]
Kimchi is an incredibly healthy and delicious category of Korean fermented vegetables. During this time of year, after the nappa cabbage harvest, kimjang is held throughout Korea, where people from the community come out to prepare kimchi together for every household. The most common type of kimchi is cut from whole cabbages— the red, chili-infused […]
Kimchi is an incredibly healthy and delicious category of Korean fermented vegetables. During this time of year, after the nappa cabbage harvest, kimjang is held throughout Korea, where people from the community come out to prepare kimchi together for every household. The most common type of kimchi is cut from whole cabbages— the red, chili-infused […]
Bulgur Bandoura برغل ببندورة Bulgur, whole wheat that has been parboiled, dried and then cracked is one of the very nutritious staple grains in Syrian cuisine. It comes in a range of colours, from pale yellow to dark brown, and grinds, from very fine to coarse. In this classic dish, bulgur is cooked with tomatoes […]
Chef Avaughn Wells brings a taste of Cleveland to The Dep with this smoky BBQ menu of American Soul Food classics. "When my grandparents traveled North to Ohio, they brought their Southern flavours with them. My mother would have made some of these items; others were from my grandmother. This menu is my own twist […]
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 […]
Christmas has long been one of the central festivities in France, rich with culinary and musical traditions. The Dep is delighted to reunite Chef Chantal Véchambre and singer Mélyssa Rose for a celebration of the Temps des Fêtes, with a selection of authentic French food and music. Chantal brings some of her favourite French holiday […]
Just in time for the holidays, 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 organic, fairly-traded and locally processed ChocoSol chocolate, as well as a recipe pack, and the skills and inspiration to make all kinds of fabulous […]