Taylor Newlands

Taylor Newlands

Digital Editor

Taylor Newlands is an award-winning writer and editor based in Toronto. Currently, she's the digital editor of foodism and escapism, where she spends most of her time stuffing her face with the latest food and drink trends, and trying out travel and wellness experiences first-hand “for research.”

In her writing, she balances amplifying underrepresented voices and telling untold stories with showcasing the incredible food and drink that make Toronto the best city in the world. Yes, in all her travels, she's never found another city worthy of the same praise. Where else could she tuck into authentic sushi, ramen, dim sum, pasta, tacos, world-class cocktails and local wine, all in the same day?

Recently, she's jumped on the sober-curious bandwagon, exploring non-alc options and mocktails, but her love of wine runs deep, especially for big, bold reds; buttery chardonnays; and, of course, sparkling wine in all its various forms. There's nothing more luxurious than champagne and oysters, baby. As a pescatarian, she leans heavily into seafood- and plant-forward cuisines.

Taylor Newlands's articles

Hotel À Toi

214 King St. W.
Basement Level 1
Toronto
CA
M5H 3S6
416-408-4044

Cassius serves an unbeatable happy hour on a King West patio

Before summer ends, soak up all the King West vibes from Cassius's secluded patio while tucking into a deeply discounted dinner paired with drink specials for happy hour.

The weirdest CNE foods that are actually worth trying this year

We taste-test some of the wildest new carnival creations to see which ones are worth the hype — and which snacks you should run a mile from.

Gateau Ghost

974 College St.
Toronto
CA
M6H 1A5
647-398-9109

Nobu Restaurant Toronto is serving an unlimted buffet brunch

Every weekend, Nobu Restaurant Toronto presents an extravagant smorgasbord of sushi, hot and cold dishes, a carving station and desserts. 

Are those loud, partying Pedal Pubs in Toronto worth the hype? We find out

New legislation allows riders to drink on Toronto's Pedal Pubs, so we climb aboard the motorized party bike to see if it's as fun as all those screaming people make it seem.

Honey More Than Chinese

Located Inside Portland Square
600 King St. W. 3rd Floor
Toronto
Ontario
CA
M5V 1M6
437-222-6142

The Dirty Laundry Bar

1186 Queen St. W.
Toronto
Ontario
CA
M6J 1J6

Eggslut

545 King St. W.
Toronto
Ontario
CA
M5V 1M1
647-426-7258

Summer drinks for every occasion, from hosting and gifting to casual sipping

These are the summer drinks you'll want to serve this season, whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, mixing up summer cocktails for a crowd or simply savouring in the sunshine. 

A kombucha brewer demystifies the drink and its health benefits

The digestive benefits of kombucha have been well-known for over 2,000 years. Now, Zoey Shamai of Tonica Kombucha is making the fermented tea accessible.

The hottest Toronto food news stories for June 2026

These are the Toronto food news stories heating things up, from FIFA watch parties and European street-food-style pasta to the city's biggest country bar opening and back-to-back street festivals.

Mercer Lounge

30 Mercer St.
Toronto
Ontario
CA
M5V 1H3
416-345-9500

The tastiest Toronto food news stories for May 2026

In this month's top food news, a beloved defunct restaurant gets a new lease on life, a new fusion food combo is turning heads, a Michelin-recognized spot has a new baby sister and more.

Radici Project

588 College St
Toronto
Ontario
CA
M6G 1B3

Toronto food news for April 2026

We give you the lowdown on all the tastiest Toronto food news, from a Shake Shack x Pizzeria Badiali collab to a new beer and bagels festival coming to the city this month.

Bar Allegro

597 College St
Toronto
Ontario
CA
M6G 3A7

The love story behind Mamakas Taverna, Toronto's iconic Greek spot

Born from Thanos Tripi’s desire to bring Greek food west of the Danforth, Mamakas Taverna brings the warmth of a lived-in kitchen to Ossington.

foodism's 23 Best Restaurants in Toronto for 2026

In the last year, the foodism team has dined all over the city. These are the best restaurants in Toronto that impressed us with flavour, originality and consistency. Add them to your 2026 hit list.

Writers Room serves quaint afternoon tea in a sultry setting

Magnificent views, rich maroon and a cozy fireplace set the scene for a charming afternoon tea at Writers Room Bar on the 17th floor of the Park Hyatt Toronto in Yorkville.