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
Restaurant review: Frilu, Thornhill
Frilu challenges the idea that fine dining only works downtown. We find out what makes it great and plan an itinerary for your trip to Thornhill.
Published: Wednesday 8th January 2020
Restaurant review: Hy's Steakhouse
Tableside-salads, a whisky bar and live music in a stunning setting ensure this updated Hy's location provides a show-stopping night out.
Published: Tuesday 24th December 2019
Antoni Porowski on picky eating, kielbasa and his favourite restaurants in Toronto
We talk to Antoni Porowski about his role as culinary interpreter on Netflix’s Queer Eye – and our shared history as late-blooming veg eaters.
Published: Tuesday 24th December 2019
Drink review: McManis Zinfandel
With berry notes and a versatile pairing palate, this French and American oak matured Zinfandel is the red you need this winter.
Published: Wednesday 11th December 2019
Review: Supernova Ballroom – NOW CLOSED
From the couple behind Trash Tiki, the anti-waste punk pop-up, comes a disco-themed Bay Street cocktail bar that is decidedly not rubbish.
Published: Wednesday 11th December 2019
What's in store: the Epicure Shop
We talk to the owner of the Epicure Shop about staying current after four decades in business.
Published: Wednesday 4th December 2019
Drink review: Beau's Beer x David's Tea London Fog
This Canadian collaboration brings together two of our favourite beverages, providing an Earl-Grey infusion for the ultimate brew.
Published: Wednesday 13th November 2019
Make this comforting tourtière recipe
This season, we're getting our cozy on with this festive and fresh-baked Ontario harvest pork shoulder tourtière.
Published: Wednesday 6th November 2019
The best food tours in Toronto
Get an expert to inform your ingestion: these are the best options for food-and-drink tours in Toronto.
Published: Wednesday 21st August 2019
The late chow: Toronto chefs reveal the best restaurants open late
After restaurants close, cooks and chefs pour into the streets in search of something to eat. We find out where they head for the best late-night bites.
Published: Wednesday 14th August 2019
Restaurant review: Chotto Matte Toronto
Toronto is the latest outpost of this upscale Nikkei restaurant empire, offering diners in the Financial District exciting small plates and barbecue dishes with a Japenese-Peruvian flair.
Published: Wednesday 14th August 2019
Restaurant review: Ascari King West
This longstanding Leslieville spinoff launches a new outpost in the Fashion District, extending its menu of Italian favourites.
Published: Wednesday 24th July 2019
Top Six in the 6: Best Neighbourhood Crawls
Add class to your crawls with these tours of top local beer bars, watering holes and gin joints.
Published: Wednesday 17th July 2019
Weapons of Choice: Lagostina's Giada Dutch Oven
Let your Dutch oven take centre stage with a celebrity chef collaboration that looks good on and off the stovetop.
Published: Wednesday 10th July 2019
Restaurant review: Reyna on King
Bar Reyna's newest outpost brings great snacks to Corktown, before transitioning into the perfect spot for cocktails in the evening.
Published: Wednesday 12th June 2019
Cocktail Hour: The Sustainable Edition
We chatted to three Toronto bartenders to find out how they’re making low-impact cocktails without sacrificing the quality.
Published: Wednesday 5th June 2019
Restaurant review: Maison Selby
For their new French restaurant, O&B has restored a 136-year old heritage house that has seen a famous distillery family, Ernest Hemingway and Toronto's LGBT community grace its corridors.
Published: Wednesday 22nd May 2019
What's in Store: Hooked
We chat to Kristin Donovan of Hooked to find out how thoughtful has replaced sustainable at the 'Knowledgable Fish Store.'
Published: Wednesday 24th April 2019
Restaurant review: Goa Indian Farm Kitchen
Hemant Bhagwani has struck gold in North York with the introduction of his new Goan-influenced Indian restaurant at Bayview Village.
Published: Wednesday 3rd April 2019
Restaurant review: Ten
Julian Bentivegna's plant-focused tasting menu brings laid-back fine-dining to an intimate spot in Brockton Village.