Hunter Gutman

1 month ago | foodism.to | Hunter Gutman

It's been a tough few years for Toronto's vegan restaurants, and things don't seem to be getting any easier in 2025. La Bartola, the only fully plant-based restaurant on the city's Michelin Guide, has announced it will be closing for good in March. La Bartola chef Iván Castro made his mark on Toronto's food scene with his forward-thinking, authentic Mexican cuisine that impressed critics and patrons alike, including us.

2 months ago | foodism.to | Hunter Gutman

Sure, a picture might be worth a thousand words, but an illustration is worth a hundred photos. While we love double-tapping the glossy food shots that pop up on our Instagram feeds, they can never quite capture the same level of nostalgia or adoration that a painter or illustrator can infuse into their work.

2 months ago | foodism.to | Hunter Gutman

On a late-night romp down the Ossington strip, you could practically close your eyes, point, and you'd stumble into one of the best bars in the city. With such stiff competition, Connor Gilbert, Joseph Lee, Chris Piron and Michael Swirla cranked up the romance when converting the beloved Ghost Chicken into an alluring new cocktail bar. No Vacancy bears no hints of its poultry-packed past. From the moment I walk in, past the neon street sign, the deep red walls invite me to be their Valentine.

Nov 6, 2024 | foodism.to | Hunter Gutman

There's a near-fervour when it comes to the quest for the best breakfast sandwiches in Toronto. Our Instagram feed is always flooded with recommendations for hole-in-the-wall bakeries, or grab-n'-go cafés that serve hangover-curing, eggy beauties. We're salivating at the very thought of sinking our teeth into them. We're a city that loves a late breakfast, and we flock to the best brunch spots in Toronto — but if you can't commit to dining in, a breakfast sandwich to-go will satisfy your cravings.

Oct 31, 2024 | escapism.to | Hunter Gutman

At the beginning of November, Mexico erupts in the colourful multi-day celebration of Día de los Muertos. Grinning skulls, often decorated in vibrant hues, are ubiquitous, along with elaborate flower-adorned altars and papel picado — but, unlike Halloween, this isn’t a wink at the macabre. Instead, it’s a festival that fondly remembers passed loved ones. Gatherings are often full of humour, food (like pan de muerto, a sweet bread) and lighthearted epitaphs to honour the deceased.