Tag: Toronto
Curiosity fuels Mario Cagnetta’s career path in wine
It’s curiosity that led certified sommelier Mario Cagnetta to make wine his career path and his lifelong learning adventure. As a child growing up...
Gusto 54 Restaurant Group holds itself accountable for its sustainability efforts
Gusto 54 Restaurant Group approaches community, sustainability and environmental stewardship with the same vim and vigor that its namesake implies. Across its collection of...
Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa is preserving the historical context of his native...
When Ryusuke Nakagawa set out to create the intimate Michelin-starred Aburi Hana restaurant, nestled in the Yorkville area of Toronto, his guiding mission was...
Chef’s Corner: Joe Friday, Friday Burger Company
Joe Friday was exposed to different cuisines from a young age, experiencing memorable dishes that went on to influence his own cooking. Born in...
Sommeliers re-assess their role in the industry
While the hospitality industry struggled during the pandemic, it also had to re-invent itself. Sommeliers are a case in point, with many having to...
Operators become more vigilant about food-safety training and practices
Food waste and dirty dishes are a fact of life in restaurants. While they may be the least glamourous aspect of foodservice operations, the...
Government supports change for upcoming patio season
With summer right around the corner, many operators have patio planning in full swing. During the pandemic, patio dining became a lifeline for many...
From the Editor: The Green Challenge
The future is green. Or at least, that’s what we’d all like to believe.
In recent decades, there’s been a great deal of talk about...
Chef Daniel Craig Inducted into the Academie Culinaire de France
TORONTO — Daniel Craig, executive chef at The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, has been inducted into the Academie Culinaire de France (ACF), one of...
Suspicious Fire Tears through Myth Restaurant in Toronto
TORONTO — A suspicious fire tore through Myth Restaurant, as well as several floors of office space above it, located on Brant Street in...
