Taylor Newlands

Taylor Newlands

Digital Editor

When she's not creating and overseeing digital content for Foodism, you can find Taylor sippin' on a sweet and delicious cocktail or slurpin' up some noodles (ramen, japchae, spaghettini — you name it). From oysters and nigiri to tartare, she loves anything raw. And her favourite pastime is tucking into a fried chicken sandwich and a glass of wine mid-bubble bath. She likes to eat; you get it. 

Taylor Newlands's articles

Via Allegro Ristorante | Inside the glass-enclosed heated patio

Via Allegro Ristorante's year-round patio feels like summer in Italy

Tucked behind the restaurant, Via Allegro Ristorante's large, glass-enclosed heated patio is brimming with pink flower-drenched trees, setting a scene that feels like summer even in winter.

Published: Wednesday 6th March 2024
Cookin app for homemade food delivery | A spread of dishes in takeout containers from Tastes of Telanga

Get delicious homemade meals delivered through the Cookin app

New food delivery app, Cookin connects professional home cooks making delicious, homemade meals with hungry diners across Toronto. We take it for a test run and sample the dishes for ourselves.

Published: Thursday 29th February 2024
Sushi Yugen omakase in Toronto | White fish truffle

Sushi Yugen is the closest thing to dining in Japan without leaving Toronto

Japanese chef Kyohei Igarashi came to Toronto to head up Sushi Yugen, where he serves an incredible, authentic omakase menu full of creativity and artistry that goes way beyond sushi.

Published: Tuesday 27th February 2024
A cake stand of treats, bamboo steamer baskets, tea and sparkling wine at Holts Café Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea

Lunar New Year Afternoon Tea at Holts Café is an elegant and auspicious affair

Until March 3, usher in the Year of the Dragon by soaking in the rich atmosphere at Holts Café while you sip tea and snack on Asian-inspired bites like crystal shrimp dumplings, pork bao and milk tea macarons.

Saturday 27 January 2024 - Sunday 3 March 2024
Ceviche Mixto and a burger at Rhapsody on Ossington in Toronto

Rhapsody is a super vibey spot with delicious cocktails and bites

From the same owner as Mrs. Robinson, Rhapsody is a cool new resto-lounge dishing flavourful Nikkei share plates and complex cocktails in an artsy space on Ossington.

Published: Monday 29th January 2024
The FoodCycler by Vitamix Eco 5 on a counter with food scraps

Reduce food waste and nourish your plants with the new Vitamix FoodCycler

Sleek, stylish and practically silent, the new FoodCycler by Vitamix Eco 5 reduces food waste, turning it into plant food overnight without taking up the time or space of a composter.

Published: Tuesday 16th January 2024
Omakase Sashimi & Nigiri at AP Restaurant in Toronto

AP's new tasting menu is a deep dive into delicious flavours and textures

In addition to the à la carte menu, diners at AP restaurant in Toronto can now opt for the Chef's Tasting Experience, a six-course adventure into exceptional Japanese flavours with Latin flair.

Published: Thursday 11th January 2024
Soluna Toronto | A lineup of cocktails at Soluna

Soluna Toronto's new winter menu will transport you to sunnier climes

After a year in Toronto, Soluna is still a coastal escape with easy-drinking cocktails and tapas that will make you forget all about the fact that you haven't seen the sun in weeks.

Published: Friday 29th December 2023
Contrada restaurant in Toronto | Tuna carpaccio

Contrada is a neighbourhood spot for Italian eats and cocktails

New to Little Italy, Contrada is a charming Italian restaurant with a neighbourhood feel. Find pastas, pork chops and refreshing cocktails that strike a balance between bitter and sweet.

Published: Tuesday 26th December 2023
Celebrity wines | Post Malone carrying a bottle of Maison No. 9 Rosé

Are these nine celebrity wines worth the hype? We find out from an expert

Wine expert, Lauren Power gives us the lowdown on nine celebrity-backed wines, from Snoop Dogg's 19 Crimes wine to bottles from Sarah Jessica Parker, Brad Pitt, John Legend and Post Malone.

Published: Wednesday 20th December 2023
Christmas tree and present shaped pastries at the Shangri-La Toronto Nutcracker Afternoon Tea

Indulge in the magic of the season with Nutcracker Afternoon Tea

Bask in the plush, festive atmosphere of the Shangri-La Toronto's Lobby Lounge, with live piano and flickering fireplaces, while you snack on scrumptious bites at the Nutcracker Afternoon Tea.

Thursday 16 November 2023 - Saturday 30 December 2023
Two people dig into dishes at Miss Aida in Toronto

Unwind with delicious Levantine cuisine at the elegant Miss Aida

Sink your teeth into delicious, flavourful Mediterranean share plates and sip delicate cocktails in Miss Aida's cozy, modern dining room in Roncy.

Published: Wednesday 6th December 2023
Marshmallows and Unicorns cocktail at Miracle Toronto, Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar

Miracle Toronto returns for another magical holiday season

Holiday spirits are back in full force at Miracle Toronto, the city's favourite Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar from the team behind Civil Liberties.

Friday 17 November 2023 - Saturday 30 December 2023
Cozy booths and tables at Harriet's Rooftop in Toronto

Harriet's rooftop serves stellar sushi and cocktails with oodles of ambience

Above 1 Hotel Toronto, Harriet's Rooftop is a glamorous oasis outfitted in greenery and string lights. We try their sumptuous winter cocktails and Japanese-inspired bites.

Published: Friday 10th November 2023
A spread of late night eats at Marked Restaurant in Toronto

Make Marked Restaurant your new favourite spot for late night eats

Whether we've got the post-bar munchies, need a pre-club snack or just want a late dinner, Marked Restaurant's new menu of mouthwatering late night eats is our go-to.

Published: Thursday 9th November 2023
Steak and lobster at Maxime's restaurant in Toronto

Maxime's is a show-stopping steak and seafood hotspot

Step into a world of mesmerizing decor and vibey electronic music at Maxime's, a sexy new King West restaurant serving heaps of seafood and steak.

Published: Wednesday 27th September 2023
Putting the finishing touches on a cocktail at Simpl Things

How Toronto became a $25 cocktail city

A decade ago, craft cocktails were a hard thing to find in Toronto — and they never surpassed $15. We discover how Toronto’s cocktail culture and its prices have blown up.

Published: Monday 25th September 2023
Couches and greenery on the patio, the Yard at the W Toronto hotel in Yorkville

Get a taste of Toronto at Living Room inside W Toronto

Serving tasty bites and gorgeous cocktails, the W Toronto hotel’s lobby bar Living Room, and adjoining patio the Yard, deserves to be a destination in its own right.

Published: Thursday 21st September 2023
TIFF Afternoon Tea at the Shangri-La Toronto

The Shangri-La Toronto is hosting TIFF Afternoon Tea

Feel like a star at the Shangri-La Toronto's TIFF Afternoon Tea, complete with premium tea, prosecco or a mocktail, and an assortment of whimsical, TIFF-inspired bites.

Thursday 7 September 2023 - Saturday 30 September 2023
Potato sour cream and onion at Lighthouse45 restaurant at Rawley Resort Marina & Spa, Port Severn

Rawley Resort is a lakeside culinary getaway

With swoon-worthy amenities and a seasonal food program helmed by chef Chris Locke, Rawley Resort in Port Severn is a lakeside retreat fit for foodies.

Published: Wednesday 6th September 2023