Adam Pesce 
Toronto’s “Sharper Chef” series is written by food and drink aficionados, and features prominent chefs, brewers, vintners and distillers who are willing to share some of their finest (and oftentimes secret) recipes. DailyXY blogger and Toronto culinary luminary Chris McDonald knows small plates: His restaurant, Cava, is a tapas mecca. … Read More
Torontonians are spoiled with a plethora of fine taquerias, along with some other spots offering modern interpretations of the classic Mexican dish. Here, a countdown of Toronto’s top 10. 10. La Tortilleria: Alambre Beef is braised, then shredded and spiced heavily with ancho chili powder. $2.50. 68 Wales Ave., 416-546-5516. … Read More
Instead of agonizing over your Super Bowl predictions (Colts by 11, by the way), focus on something you can control: your Super Bowl meal. We consulted with London, Ontario’s Mike Callaghan — the 2009 Canadian National Chili Champion and de facto leader of the Black Pig BBQ Competition Team — for … Read More
