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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Restaurant review: The Commoner

With an elegant space and relaxed atmosphere, the Commoner delivers a dose of high-end pub fare to Roncesvalles Village.

Restaurant review: Bar Altura

Bar Altura brings Queen West a fine dining spot with a down-to-earth feel and modern Italian eats.