Jessica Huras

Jessica Huras

Contributing Writer

A former serial expat turned Torontonian, Jessica Huras lived in (and ate her way through) seven countries across Europe and Asia before settling in the 6ix. Her great loves are spicy soups, farmhouse ales and sharp cheeses, and her favourite conversation topic is what she’s planning to eat for her next meal.

Jessica Huras's articles

Flavour of the Week: Mahjong Bar

Flavour of the Week: Mahjong Bar

Behind an unassuming pink-hued convenience store lies Toronto's newest hidden watering hole inspired by classic mahjong parlours

Published: Wednesday 1st November 2017
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Restaurant review: Victor Restaurant

Le Germain Hotel’s revamped restaurant offers a home-away-from-home appeal for travellers and locals alike with its classy yet casual aesthetic and hearty, family-style fare

Published: Wednesday 18th October 2017
Flavour of the week: King Taps

Flavour of the Week: King Taps

The Financial District's sprawling new watering hole offers a more casual option for Bay Street meetings and post-work happy hours

Published: Tuesday 22nd August 2017
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Restaurant review: Drake Commissary

The newest property in The Drake empire is an ultra-hip culinary utopia, packed with eclectic goodies to eat-in and take home

Published: Tuesday 25th July 2017

Nosh pits: Your guide to music festivals for summer 2017

We put together a food lover's guide to navigating Ontario's music festival circuit this season

Published: Monday 10th July 2017
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Flavour of the Week: AF1 Caribbean Canteen – NOW CLOSED

With its well-executed menu of Jamaican staples and cool island-inspired décor, AF1 brings the easy-going vibes of the Caribbean to Little Italy.

Published: Wednesday 28th June 2017
For Goodness Sake

For Goodness Sake: A Q&A with sake sommelier Mariko Tajiri

Sake Sommelier Mariko Tajiri talks with us about how the world of sake is changing and why you're missing out if you only pair it with Japanese food.

Published: Wednesday 31st May 2017
Escapism: London

Our guide to London, Ontario

Don’t write off Ontario’s version of London just yet. Peel back the layers to find a lively city with no shortage of things to see, do, eat and drink.

Published: Tuesday 9th May 2017
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Restaurant review: Figures

This Yorkville eatery brings a smart spin to the theme restaurant concept with cool cocktails and a sophisticated small plates menu.

Published: Wednesday 3rd May 2017
Whisky Business

Whisky Business: A Q&A with Gabe Cardarella

Whisky expert Gabe Cardarella gives us a crash course in all things whisky (including why you should give blended whisky a chance).

Published: Wednesday 19th April 2017
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Restaurant review: Lake Inez

Shareable pan-Asian eats meet an impressive roster of Ontario craft brews at this lively Little India gastropub.

Published: Wednesday 8th March 2017
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Review: nutbar

This superfood-driven Summerhill café makes healthy eating easy with snacks, smoothies, toasts and bowls to grab-and-go or eat-in.

Published: Tuesday 10th January 2017
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Restaurant review: Ji – NOW CLOSED

This St. Clair West eatery puts an Indian twist on pub classics, with dishes that strike a balance between flavourful and spicy.

Published: Wednesday 30th November 2016