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

8 of the best Jamaican food restaurants in Toronto (according to a Jamaican)

We're fixing to nyam some good good Jamaican food at the best Jamaican restaurants and Caribbean restaurants in Toronto — here's the list of spots you have to try.

13 best ice cream shops in Toronto to cool off from the summer heat

Toronto's best ice cream shops are slinging scoops made with real ingredients and served with a side of nostalgia. These are the top spots to try this summer.

You can eat lunch for $15 or less on a patio right downtown

Stackt Market's lineup of vendors are offering delicious $15 lunch specials that will fill you up and then some. Get sushi, pasta, cookies, the viral açai bowl and more.

Ace Hotel's bartender just got a world-class honour and you can make his summer cocktail

Ace Hotel's bar manager, Aaron Hatchell is the first gay man to be a Black Coat at Tales of the Cocktail, one of the world's most prestigious bartending events — here's his Strawberry Fields cocktail recipe.

Everything you wish you knew about bubble tea

We find out why everyone is obsessed with bubble tea right now, discover how to order the perfect drink and unpack Chatime's menu with the co-founder and CEO Kenton Chan.

4 Chicken caesar salad wraps in Toronto to try this summer

Everyone is loving sandwiches and wraps right now, and the chicken caesar salad wrap is the queen of them all. These are the most viral chicken caesar salad wraps in Toronto right now.

8 matcha cafés and matcha-flavoured treats in Toronto that are going viral

Matcha is having a moment, but do you really need to start drinking it? We unpack the health benefits, and find the best matcha cafés, drinks and treats in Toronto to try.

Why aren't we drinking Ontario wine?

Ontario wine earns plenty of awards and accolades on the world stage, so why aren't we drinking it? We unveil the challenges faced by Ontario's wine regions, from perception to diversity.

1 Kitchen

Set on the ground floor of 1 Hotel Toronto, 1 Kitchen's bright, airy and greenery-filled dining room is a fitting backdrop for tucking into a menu brimming with Ontario ingredients.

550 Wellington St W
Toronto, ON
CA
M5V 2V4

My go-to Entertainment District spot just got a makeover, and I have thoughts

Marked Restaurant has a shiny new persona with new cocktails and pasta. Runway06 has everything we loved about it's predecessor, but now it has more lounge vibes.

Henry's Restaurant's prix-fixe menu is saving date night, one Tuesday at a time

Available every Tuesday evening at Henry's Restaurant and wine bar, The Table is a beautiful two-course meal served family-style for just $40 per person — which is a steal for fine dining in this economy.

Skip off work early for an afternoon affair at Cluny in The Distillery

The new brasserie menu at Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie offers light French bites all afternoon on weekdays and into the evening, Mondays to Wednesdays. Plus, you can time it with happy hour.

Kilne's new non-stick, ceramic Cookware Set changed my life

Complete with ceramic pots and pans, accessories, tools and a built in storage solution, the new Kilne Cookware Set is a full kitchen upgrade — and it's gorgeous.

Tuck into a boujee seafood tower feast at Maxime's on King West

The steak might get the bulk of the attention, but Maxime's doubles as a sultry seafood spot with show-stopping seafood towers, boozy cocktails, live DJs and lounge vibes.

Rhapsody on Ossington serves cocktails meant for sipping and listening

From the team behind Mrs. Robinson, the new Rhapsody on Ossington Avenue serves slow-sipping cocktails that are named after the best hip-hop and R&B songs, and pair well with good vibes.

Take your date to Wolfie for shareable snacks and cocktails

With its casual but polished bar atmosphere, large share plates and tasty cocktails, Wolfie is a great first date spot. And we guarantee you'll look good in the moody lighting too.

The famous Drake burger is now mini during The Drake Cafe's happy hour

With a revamped interior and a killer new happy hour with juicy mini Drake Burgers, the Drake Cafe is a day-to-night destination on West Queen West.

Soak up the last of summer on Sofia Restaurant's serene patio

Looking for one last summer escape? Nestled in a secluded spot in Yorkville, Sofia Restaurant's gorgeous patio is a dream come true with a delectable lunch menu.

6 Indigenous food experiences that should be on your foodie bucket list

Truth and reconciliation is meaningless without action. Visit these authentic Indigenous food experiences and restaurants to eat, learn and support Indigenous chefs and makers.

The Dover George is a jaw-droppingly gorgeous weekend getaway

A luxury boutique hotel run like a bed and breakfast, The Dover George is a beautiful weekend escape by Port Dover Beach with a gourmet food program — and it's just two hours away from Toronto.