Katie Bridges
Editor
Katie Bridges is a cheese-loving, tea-guzzling Brit who has spent the past decade making Toronto her home. As the editor of foodism, she’s always on the hunt for the latest food trends — from the ongoing Toronto pizza debate to tracking down an olive truly worthy of her martini.
She lives in Toronto’s east end, where she’s rarely far from a new cocktail opening, dim sum destination, or a standing reservation for a classic Sunday roast. A firm believer that a good hotel bar can fix almost anything, she’s always scouting the next place worth lingering over a drink.
At home, she channels that same curiosity behind the bar, experimenting with local liqueurs and perfecting the classics. Equal parts neighbourhood regular and enthusiastic Toronto explorer, she’s drawn to the standout flavours and one-of-a-kind experiences that make everyday city life feel a little more special.
Katie Bridges's articles
Shangri-La Toronto, Downtown: hotel review
The Shangri-La's stellar view over Toronto, crisp white bed linens and room service are all good reasons as to why hotels are an essential service.
Published: Tuesday 23rd February 2021
What to expect at new-school wine shop Grape Witches, Dundas Street West
The Grape Glass is the wine shop from pioneering duo the Grape Witches. Stop by for a snack, a sip and to learn about natural wine.
Published: Tuesday 16th February 2021
Q&A: Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg on their new cannabis brand Houseplant
Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg talk Houseplant, their new cannabis brand, and weed’s long-overdue legalization.
Published: Tuesday 9th February 2021
Make this: Maison Selby's Posh Toddy
Self-medicate with this hot toddy recipe from Maison Selby. We swear it has medicinal properties...
Published: Monday 14th December 2020
What to expect at Toronto's new French bakery Marvelous by Fred
Pastry fiends are in for the sweetest of treats at new Queen Street West French bakery Marvelous by Fred.
Published: Monday 14th December 2020
Matty Matheson talks mental health, cooking for his kids and flipping burgers at new spot Matty's Patty's
Matty Matheson is back in town for Matty’s Patty’s on Queen West. He talks burgers, cookbooks and how being a dad has changed things in the kitchen.
Published: Tuesday 1st December 2020
How to make the perfect cup of tea, according to an expert
There's far more to tea than bags and boiling water. Pluck Teas' Jennifer Commins tells us how to make the perfect brew, and how to pair your meal with your mug.
Published: Monday 16th November 2020
Restaurant review: The Commoner Bar Room, Little Italy
The Commoner gets a cool younger sister on College Street with moody furnishings, finger-licking good share platters and some of Little Italy's most inventive craft cocktails.
Published: Monday 5th October 2020
Review: Brickworks Ciderhouse, Toronto's first craft cidery
From the breakout Batch: 1904 to premium craft peach cider in their can of Stadium Island Peach, Brickworks Ciderhouse is leading the cider revolution and it’s about bloody time.
Published: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Restaurant review: Marked Restaurant
The people who brought you Toronto's best speakeasy are back with another conceptual spot, this time taking inspiration from Latin flavours and retro airlines.
Published: Wednesday 16th September 2020
High tea in Victoria, B.C. | Something special's brewing
From high tea and tea-infused cocktails to the dedicated tea tasting bar at Silk Road Tea, there’s something special brewing in Victoria, B.C.
Published: Wednesday 8th July 2020
Make This: The Fairmont Royal York's Manhattan
Rus Yessenov, director of mixology at the Fairmont Royal York walks us through the iconic manhattan cocktail.
Published: Wednesday 20th May 2020
How to grow your own ingredients at home
Eating thoughtfully includes getting your hands dirty and we've got a plot for your indoor garden. Start your agricultural adventure with these easy options that will add a splash of homegrown to your diet.
Published: Thursday 30th April 2020
Restaurant delivery review: Aloette
Your favourite jazzed-up diner (along with it's even fancier big sister, Alo) is now delivering iceberg wedge salads to your living room. Here's what to add to your Aloette order.
Published: Wednesday 29th April 2020
The best cocktail kits and booze delivery options in Toronto
Toronto's cocktail bars and distilleries are finding creative ways to get booze into our hands onto our doorsteps. From complete cocktail kits to hard-to-find wines, here are the best booze deliveries.
Published: Wednesday 22nd April 2020
Takeout Day launches nationwide to encourage Canadians to order in weekly
Join the hundred of chefs, restaurant owners and celebs uniting for Canada Takeout by becoming a hospitality hero – it's as simple as putting the spatula down and picking up your phone.
Published: Friday 17th April 2020
Dishes from around the world (and where to get them in Toronto)
Your plate is your passport right now, so grab a fork and join us as we travel the gastronomic globe with dishes from these Toronto restaurants.
Published: Thursday 16th April 2020
The best food box delivery services in Toronto
Let the restaurant come to you (well, sort of) with these Toronto food boxes filled with delicious ingredients and items from your favourite vendors.
Published: Wednesday 8th April 2020
Review: Birroteca brewery and bottleshop at Eataly
Indie Alehouse’s new spot inside Eataly is as polished as the original is offbeat. During the COVID-19 lockdown you can still purchase their specialty brews from the Birroteca bottleshop, open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Published: Wednesday 1st April 2020
Restaurants and bars in Ontario can now sell alcohol with takeout food
In perhaps the only good news to arise from the pandemic, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced that restaurants and bars can serve alcohol with takeout orders, effective immediately.