Katie Bridges

1 month ago | foodism.to | Katie Bridges

There’s something special about a meal that tells a story. Whether it’s a cherished family recipe or a dish inspired by diaspora, food has a way of connecting us to culture, memory and community. Across Canada, Black-owned restaurants are doing just that — serving up more than just flavour on every plate. ByBlacks Restaurant Week is a celebration of these stories.

1 month ago | escapism.to | Katie Bridges

Getting a massage is a wonderful treat, but it's not a routine part of our schedules. Or should it be? Touch Massage Bar, which recently launched its second location on Eglinton, certainly believes that self-care should be an everyday luxury.

1 month ago | foodism.to | Katie Bridges |Daniel Neuhaus

Ossington is an area that's become synonymous with the trendy wine bars, small-plate restaurants and of-the-moment eateries that line its avenue. However, Linny's — a deli-inspired steakhouse and a relatively new Toronto restaurant on the strip — isn't overly concerned with ticking off the hipster checklist. There's nary a chalkboard or Edison lightbulb in sight.

2 months ago | foodism.to | Katie Bridges

Estiatorio Milos might be a Canadian creation, but it took almost 50 years — and multiple expansions to global cities like London, New York and Dubai first — before Toronto got in on the action. Back in 1979, Costas Spiliadis opened the first Estiatorio Milos in Montréal, and today the upscale Greek chain has become synonymous with seafood, salads and simple, beautiful food. Estiatorio Milos Toronto, on Bay Street, lets us taste what all the fuss is about.

2 months ago | foodism.to | Katie Bridges |Holly Spangler

Few ingredients are as versatile as the egg. Whether it’s eaten on its own, boiled, poached or scrambled; added as a binding agent in baked goods or burgers; or shaken into a whisky sour, eggs take us from breakfast to dessert to cocktail hour. They also pack a serious nutritional punch. Just one egg contains six grams of protein; it’s rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants; and it’s one of the best sources of choline, an essential nutrient that helps keep cells and brains healthy.