Iconic Dishes

Michael Hunter is no stranger to making headlines in the name of quality meat. These days, it’s the menu he offers at Antler that’s turning heads.

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.

Nicki Laborie’s evolving menu has kept her a star in the city’s food scene. The Bar Reyna founder doesn’t stay still for long — and her path to the top reflects that.

Yannick Bigourdan grew up in the hospitality business, and you can feel and taste the decades of experience at The Carbon Bar, his Queen Street staple.

Anthony Rose was already on every list of Toronto culinary legends from his Drake Hotel days. Fat Pasha took his reputation global.

Some of Union restaurant’s most iconic dishes were dreamed up in a pickup truck before opening night. Ten years later, they’re still on the menu.

The Oxley, a popular Yorkville gastropub has been a steady labour of love for British export Andrew Carter. The executive chef shares his no-fuss approach to good food.

Jason Lee had big shoes to fill when he took over Korean Village Restaurant after his mother’s passing. From the menu and the busy dining room, it’s clear he’s done her proud.

Rol San has been one of the best Toronto dim sum destinations for 30 years. Now, in a new location and with new but familiar leadership, it’s ready for the next generation of dim sum fans.

Tucked away in Liberty Village but known across the city, Mildred’s Temple Kitchen was almost not a thing, but for a brave idea and two great founders.

A Yorkville hotspot for local A-listers and visiting celebs, Joso’s has been serving Croatian cuisine to the people (and celebs) of Toronto for almost 50 years.