Katie Bridges

Katie Bridges

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Katie Bridges is a cheese-loving, tea-guzzling Brit who moved to Toronto from London, England — and never left. When she's not checking out the best food spots across the city, you'll find her shaking up a cocktail with gin and egg whites at her home bar or bothering her dog.

Katie Bridges's articles

Best Christmas bars and markets in Toronto | A bartender delivers one of the many festive cocktails on offer at Miracle Toronto Christmas Bar

13 Christmas markets and bars in Toronto to get you in the festive spirit

From outdoor Christmas markets in Toronto to Christmas cocktails and special menus inside Toronto's best bars, we've got what it takes to get you in the festive spirit.

Published: Tuesday 26th November 2024
Hello Nori the hand roll bar, Toronto | A hand uses charcoal to blowtorch hand roll sushi

Get in line: Vancouver hand roll sushi spot Hello Nori has arrived in Toronto

Hello Nori's high-quality, affordable hand roll sushi, plus local beverage options and great service, combine for one of Toronto's most exciting openings all year.

Published: Friday 22nd November 2024
A hand places hand-rolled pasta on a baking tray

Watch: A day in the life of Maddy Goldberg, private chef at Cook Eat

Former Aloette chef Maddy Goldberg pivoted from Toronto's kitchens to private dining. Our fifth episode of In the Kitchen: A Day in the Life shadows the talented cook.

Published: Monday 18th November 2024
Taylor Swift in Toronto, November 2024

13 Taylor Swift Toronto events and menus taking place this November

Toronto's Taylor Swift era is in full swing as the city gears up for the arrival of the Eras Tour. Here are the best Taylor Swift Toronto events to enjoy this November even if you couldn't snag tickets.

Published: Friday 8th November 2024
Winter recipes | Mushroom-Rubbed Roast Venison au Jus

Make the most of the season with four winter recipes from Wild + Whole

Danielle Prewett, founder of Wild + Whole, has a new cookbook packed with recipes that are guaranteed to spark a conversation this holiday. Here she shares four winter recipes.

Published: Tuesday 5th November 2024
The Oxley in Yorkville | Sticky Toffee Pudding

How The Oxley in Yorkville keeps prices low and quality high

The Oxley, a popular Yorkville gastropub has been a steady labour of love for British export Andrew Carter. The executive chef shares his no-fuss approach to good food.

Published: Monday 28th October 2024
An eclair is piped with delicious filling at Roselle Desserts in Corktown

Watch: A day in the life of Stephanie Duong, co-owner at Roselle Desserts

We shadow Stephanie Duong, pastry chef and co-owner at Corktown's Roselle Desserts, to find out what goes into the making and baking at one of Toronto's most-loved spots for confections.

Published: Tuesday 22nd October 2024
Cubes of butter on a board

Butter impacts your cooking more than you realize — here's what to look for

Romain Avril, chef, author and host of "Serve It Or Trash It," chews the fat with us about butter, the many ways he uses it and what colour it should be.

Published: Wednesday 16th October 2024
A bartender serves a martini over the bar

How to make the perfect martini

Do you like your martini dirty, dry or wet? Bar manager at Bar Banane and the World Class Global Bartender for 2023, Jacob Martin gives us a primer on martinis and teaches us how to make one.

Published: Thursday 3rd October 2024

Against all odds, Ontario's cider industry is thriving

Ontario cider is as diverse as the province’s many makers. We have the perfect climate for just the right kinds of apples — and these cider houses are leading the way.

Published: Tuesday 1st October 2024
General Public | The Werewolf cocktail, a riff on the pornstar martini

One of Toronto's best restaurateurs has struck gold again with "all things British"

Jen Agg is back with another tremendous opening on Geary Avenue offering an English-inspired brasserie menu and some of the city's best cocktails.

Published: Wednesday 25th September 2024
Frenchy Toronto | Escargot, moules frites and wine at Frenchy, inside the Hilton Toronto

Lobby bar, Frenchy brings 'je ne sais quoi' to the Hilton Toronto

A large-scale renovation of the Hilton Toronto sees a brand new dining concept, Frenchy, arrive to satiate guests with formidable breakfast, lunch and dinner options.

Published: Friday 23rd August 2024
Mott 32 Toronto | The bar and lounge in Mott 32 Toronto

What to order at Mott 32 Toronto, one of the world's most awarded Chinese restaurant brands

Mott 32 Toronto just opened in the former Momofuku space at the Shangri La Toronto. We take a look inside the gorgeous three-storey spot and sample the can't-miss dishes on the luxe Chinese restaurant's menu.

Published: Monday 29th July 2024
Shomigo Summer Market | Roy Thompson Hall in Toronto

Shop food, fashion and home decor at Shomigo Summer Market

Join the local shopping movement at Roy Thompson Hall on July weekends — Shomigo Summer Market is a local marketplace connecting shoppers with over 75 artisans and small businesses.

Saturday 13 July 2024 - Sunday 28 July 2024
Ricky + Olivia | Shelves of all-Ontario wine at the bottle shop at Ricky + Olivia

Ricky + Olivia, an all-Ontario wine bar in Leslieville, is serving 90s nostalgia

Wine lovers Ricky Casipe and Olivia Simpson bring their Niagara know-how to Ricky + Olivia in Toronto, a brick-and-mortar spot showcasing the best of the province with fun twists on childhood favourites.

Published: Wednesday 26th June 2024
Shake Shack Toronto | Outside the new Shake Shack Toronto at Yonge and Dundas Square

Shake Shack Toronto just opened its first Canadian location — here’s what’s on the menu

The popular U.S. burger brand has finally touched down in T.O. But does Shake Shack Toronto’s famous Angus beef patties and handmade milkshakes live up to the hype? We test it out.

Published: Thursday 13th June 2024
Queen's Cross Food Hall | The signage at Queen's Cross Food Hall inside the CF Eaton Centre

This food hall is an all-day destination inside a Toronto tourist attraction

Whether you want coffee, cocktails, burgers or bao, Queen's Cross Food Hall is a sleek and affordable food court inside the CF Toronto Eaton Centre that's open every day of the week.

Published: Friday 7th June 2024
Bar Ardo cocktail bar on King East | Cocktails at Bar Ardo

Bar Ardo slings cheeky Sicilian cocktails, mocktails and snacks on King East

Sister spot to Ardo restaurant, Bar Ardo is a Sicilian-inspired cocktail bar on King Street East with an entire drink menu that's a nod to the owners’ Southern Italian roots.

Published: Friday 7th June 2024
Ficoa tasting menu Toronto | Chef Gerry Quintero hand delivers a course at his Little Italy tasting menu spot, Ficoa

Ficoa, Little Italy's new tasting menu spot, serves warm and whimsical dishes

Tasting menus aren't always a friendly affair, but chef Gerry Quintero has created an intimate space and warm atmosphere at Ficoa that's full of nostalgic touches and bold flavours.

Published: Monday 3rd June 2024
White Lily Diner's

How White Lily Diner became the best brunch spot in Toronto

The inspiration for this Queen East brunch gem came from a surprising source. Today, White Lily Diner’s creative takes on classic dishes, homemade ingredients and fluffy doughnuts still turn heads.

Published: Tuesday 28th May 2024