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 […]
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 originating in […]
2nd Night Added! 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 […]
Thu Nguyen is organizes Karma Kitchen in Moss Park, a monthly pay-it-forward delicious experiment in generosity. Our all-volunteer team makes vegetarian banh mi with fresh ingredients from Building Roots and spend the afternoon sharing our gifts with the residents of Moss Park. The guests are get a $0 bill at the end of their meal and invited to […]
Sayadieh صيادية Fish and seafood is something of a rarity in Syrian cuisine, but it does appear in the specialities of areas along the Mediterranean coast in the East. In this dish (roughly translated as "fisherman's dish"), white fish (tilapia) is delicately seasoned with a blend of warm spices (baharat), and served atop long grain […]
Evis Chirowamhangu crafts delicious Zimbabwean-style hand pies with locally sourced ingredients. Her company, Mnandi Pies, has been featured on CBC’s Here and Now, CBC Metro Morning, The Pay Chen Show, Toronto Star, Now Magazine and BlogTO. Evis is on a mission to feed Canadians unique and authentic foods inspired by the Southern African Cuisine of her childhood. ----- […]
Wesołych Świąt! Christmas Eve or Wigilia is the most festive holiday in Poland celebrated in the company of those dearest to us. An unforgettable evening of food and song, guests will dine on traditional Polish Christmas dishes, learn about old Polish customs while tapping their feet to the tune of classic Polish folk music and […]
NOTE: These workshops are NOT at The Depanneur! They are at the FIDO Kitchen at Evergreen Brick Works 550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, M4W 3X8 > MAP Over the last two years, Newcomer Kitchen has tapped into the tremendous culinary talent in the newcomer Syrian community to create exciting economic and social opportunities. In that time, many people […]
Note that this workshop is NOT at The Depanneur! It will take place at The Paint Box Bistro at 555 Dundas Street East, M5A 2B7 —– Full-Day Bread Making Workshop! Join artisanal baker Leo Baduria for a full-day, in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of great bread. You’ll learn how to make your own sourdough starter, and how to prepare […]
NOTE: These workshops are NOT at The Depanneur! They are at the FIDO Kitchen at Evergreen Brick Works 550 Bayview Avenue, Toronto, M4W 3X8 > MAP Over the last two years, Newcomer Kitchen has tapped into the tremendous culinary talent in the newcomer Syrian community to create exciting economic and social opportunities. In that time, many […]
Newcomer Kitchen at PaintBox — WED Dec 12 Note: due to the recent romaine lettuce recall, we are substituting an arugula salad for the lettuce salad in tonight's dinner D'jaj mishwi bil thoom wil za'tar w' eklil el Jabal دجاج مشوي باللثوم و الزعتر و إكليل الجبل Potatoes have become part of the comfort […]
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 […]
Join master preserver Camilla Wynne of Preservation Society for this fun, hands-on workshop, where you’ll learn how to make fabulous homemade edible gifts and spread holiday cheer. The class covers all the basics of water bath canning, from selecting your produce to proper sterilization to basic microbiology, and we’ll sample some different preserves. Then you'll […]
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 […]
2nd Night Added! Join master preserver Camilla Wynne of Preservation Society for this fun, hands-on workshop, where you’ll learn how to make fabulous homemade edible gifts and spread holiday cheer. The class covers all the basics of water bath canning, from selecting your produce to proper sterilization to basic microbiology, and we’ll sample some different […]
For our last pop-up of 2018 — a special Holiday Edition of Newcomer Kitchen — we are doing something a little bit different. Tonight, in the spirit of the Holidays, we are asking our community to pay it forward and give the people who have received so much support from us a chance to give […]
2nd Night added! Elegant and photogenic French macarons have become one of the most popular dessert trends of late, but they have been made in Europe, in one form or another, for centuries. French pâtisserie Ladurée has sometimes been credited with helping Parisian-style macarons become so popular in recent decades. With their beautiful colours, delicate, […]
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 […]
The Dep is taking a bit of a break before kicking off an exciting new year of Interesting Food Things! Brunch will continue to run every SAT & SUN throughout the holidays, and Private Events & Kitchen Rental are available while were are closed. Have a great holiday everyone, and we'll see you in 2019!
Note that this workshop is NOT at The Depanneur! It will take place at The Paint Box Bistro at 555 Dundas Street East, M5A 2B7 | paintboxbistro.ca ----- Afternoon Session (2pm-5pm) Join artisanal baker Leo Baduria to discover the secrets of one of French pastry's most magical delights - the flaky, delicate butter croissant. You […]
Note that this workshop is NOT at The Depanneur! It will take place at The Paint Box Bistro at 555 Dundas Street East, M5A 2B7 ----- Full-Day Bread Making Workshop! Join artisanal baker Leo Baduria for a full-day, in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of great bread. You’ll learn how to make your own sourdough starter, […]
Cooking camp for kids 7-14 Jan 2, 3, 4 | 9AM-3PM Chef Jr. is a full-day cooking workshop for kids between the ages of 7-14. These workshops will equip your child with the fundamental basics of cooking which will inspire them to start cooking and baking on their own at home. Along with learning about […]