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

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
Christmas cocktails | Cup O’Jerry

16 Christmas cocktails and winter warmers to mix up this holiday

Jolly up your cup with these delicious Christmas cocktails and festive mocktails that are sure to make spirits bright, whether you're serving them to guests or just cozying up at home.

Published: Monday 4th 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
Wine and pasta at Stelvio on Dundas West in Toronto

Stelvio is Dundas West's hidden gem with unique Italian fare

Serving traditional dishes from the Lombardy region, Stelvio does Italian food unlike anywhere else in Toronto — with top-notch cocktails and wine to match.

Published: Friday 25th August 2023
The terrace at Skylight rooftop patio at W Toronto hotel

Skylight is a sultry, boho rooftop oasis in Yorkville

High atop the W Toronto hotel in Yorkville, Skylight is a lush and spacious escape shrouded in greenery and allure. Snack on Mediterranean plates paired with craft cocktails in the restaurant or on the rooftop patio. 

Published: Tuesday 15th August 2023
A guest room at The Beach Motel, Southampton, Ontario

Escape to The Beach Motel in Southampton, Ontario

Staying at The Beach Motel in Southampton, Ontario, is like having your own private beach house, with delicious cocktails, wine and spectacular sunsets.

Published: Monday 7th August 2023
A floral chandelier hangs over the dining room at Laylak

Full of warmth and ethereal romance, Laylak will instantly enchant you

Indulge in authentic and halal Lebanese cuisine paired with whimsical cocktails in Laylak's gorgeous cream and gold dining room in the Financial District.

Published: Wednesday 12th July 2023
The Chinese pineapple bun burger at Patois

Patois is serving the best fried chicken in Toronto

At Dundas West's Patois, chef-owner Craig Wong combines his Chinese-Jamaican background with his French culinary prowess to create some of the best dishes in the city.

Published: Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Restaurants and bars with live music in Toronto | Guests at the bar watch a small band playing inside Lapinou

Jam out at these 15 bars with live music in Toronto

Sip on a glass of wine and snack on small plates as you bask in the atmosphere of sweet sounds at these bars and restaurants with live music in Toronto.

Published: Wednesday 12th April 2023
Ladurée Yordale, Toronto | Afternoon tea treats on a cake stand at Ladurée

Ladurée Yorkdale is the cutest spot for a girls' brunch

At Ladurée Yorkdale, brunch is an adorable affair with light bites and mimosas — and don't forget their famous macarons for dessert.

Published: Tuesday 11th April 2023
124 on Queen Hotel and Spa | Wine pairings with every course at Treadwell restaurant

124 on Queen is the perfect wine-and-food-filled weekend getaway

Right on the main strip in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the new 124 on Queen Hotel is home to impeccable food, a show-stopping wine list and a fully-licensed spa.

Published: Monday 10th April 2023
Gnocchi al Pesto at Nuna in Parkdale, Toronto

Punchy Peruvian flavours and pisco cocktails shine at Nuna

A hidden Parkdale gem, Nuna dishes out flavour-packing Peruvian food with soul and craft cocktails in a charming atmosphere.

Published: Friday 24th February 2023