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
Restaurant review: McEwan Yonge and Bloor — NOW CLOSED
The latest addition to the lineup of McEwan grocery stores, the new Yonge and Bloor location is more like a glossy food hall complete with a variety of food stations.
Published: Wednesday 1st May 2019
Restaurant review: Fet Zun
In the space formerly home to Bar Begonia, Anthony Rose and Rob Wilder have opened Middle Eastern tapas restaurant, Fet Zun.
Published: Wednesday 17th April 2019
Drink review: Cup of Té, premium loose leaf teas
Toronto-based online retailer, Cup of Té offers a variety of premium loose-leaf teas that are organic, natural and come in a range of unique flavours.
Published: Wednesday 10th April 2019
Top Six in the 6: Best Poutine
Nothing warms a Canadian soul like poutine from these top Toronto slingers of the fried-and-gravy treat.
Published: Monday 25th March 2019
Drink review: Jones Soda Co. Ginger Beer
Made with natural ginger extract and cane sugar, this new ginger beer from Jones Soda Co. is the perfect blend of sweet and heat.
Published: Wednesday 13th February 2019
Restaurant review: TORA
TORA, the latest sushi concept from Aburi Restaurants Canada (the team behind Miku), combines traditional food with sleek tech and modern design.
Published: Wednesday 6th February 2019
Restaurant review: The Commoner
With an elegant space and relaxed atmosphere, the Commoner delivers a dose of high-end pub fare to Roncesvalles Village.
Published: Wednesday 21st November 2018
Restaurant review: Bar Altura
Bar Altura brings Queen West a fine dining spot with a down-to-earth feel and modern Italian eats.