EAT
New and Noteworthy: Fifteen of the tastiest new additions to the culinary landscape.
By Shawna Wagman | page 13
Best Restos
Our authoritative guide to dining in the city features 25 must-try restaurants.
By Anne DesBrisay | page 21
Trends By Shawna Wagman
Veggie Love | page 23
The Iceberg Wedge | page 27
Throwback Desserts | page 29
Jalapeño | page 33
Chocolate | page 69
Festive gourmet: An overview of the next 12 months of finger-licking celebrations. | page 28
Budget gourmet: Dishes that are easy on the pocketbook and pleasing on the palate. | page 32
By Robin Levinson
DIY gourmet: Five celebrated chefs showcase recipes they’ve cooked up with Chefx. | page 35
DRINK
Wines and craft beers to suit every event on your social calendar. | page 51
David Lawrason details 47 favourite bottles:
Bargain Barbecue Reds | page 52
Classic Reds Under $30 | page 54
Go Local | page 56
Classic Whites Under $30 | page 58
Gift and Cellaring Wines |page 61
Beer By Travis Persaud
Brews To Go | page 62
Beer News | page 65
SHOP
Where to head for gourmet groceries and delectable take-out.
Food Shops
Tempting the palate with the city’s top gourmet grocers, delis, butchers, bakeries, and more. By Cindy Deachman | page 68
What’s in my Basket
A chore becomes pleasurable when three food lovers allow us to tag along as they visit their favourite shopping spots — and show us the edibles that make their lists. By Sarah Brown
Andrew Rastapkevicius | page 73
Jessica Carpinone | page 77
Cody Starr | page 81