Tony Medeiros

Best Canadian Restaurants With Authentic Food

Discover Canada’s diverse cuisine with our guide to top traditional restaurants, featuring Indigenous dishes, French-Canadian classics, and local ingredients from coast to coast.

Resto Vieux Four Manago: Kirkland’s Best-Kept Secret Italian Restaurant

Discover Resto Vieux Four Manago, a hidden gem in Kirkland. Enjoy a family-friendly vibe, standout pizza and paste-meals, and cozy Italian dining on West Island.

Checking out Jack’s Saloon Vaudreuil, Billy K’s and Time Out Market for LeBurger Week

Each year, Le Burger Week brings together restaurants from coast to coast to celebrate Canada’s dynamic culinary landscape. Whether you’re craving nostalgic classic cheeseburgers or daring gourmet creations such as a triple-decker hickory smoked rib burger, Le Burger Week has something to surprise every taste.

Zola’s Restaurant offers Italian fare and a terrific “Blunch” menu for most of each day

Zola’s has been family-owned and operated since 1986, offering Italian food made from scratch, friendly service, and a wholesome atmosphere. Owner Antonio Vacchio is proud to have pioneered one of the first open-concept Italian dining experiences in west Ottawa. They cater to vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets and also offer a popular catering service.

Montreal’s newest pasta bar in Griffintown reaches immediate success; expansion in the plans

Lulu’s Pasta Bar in Griffintown, founded by Jimmy and Anthy Petropoulos, offers a quick, fresh pasta experience with diverse options, thriving since its January opening.

Wayback Burgers Sets to Open First Location in Quebec

Wayback Burgers partners with Sushil Bhagudia for a master franchise agreement to open 20-30 new locations in Quebec, starting at 3914 Saint-Charles Blvd.

Pizza Spano features “Deluxe” pizza for La Pizza Week 2024

Longing for the soothing comfort of familiar comfort food? Look no further than Pizza Spano, your sanctuary for culinary indulgence—it’s a cherished journey through culinary mastery and familial devotion.

Uniburger: The restaurant’s success lies in its simplicity

Uniburger is a burgeoning burger chain known for simplicity and premium ingredients, leaving a memorable impression. It’s a symphony of flavors that emerges with each bite.

Worth Your Salt: The Food District (Best Food in Mississauga)

During a visit to Mississauga, I experienced the city’s urban growth and culinary offerings at Square One’s Food District, indulging in various restaurants.

A eulogy for Bar-B Barn, you will be missed

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Bar-B Barn, an iconic Montreal eatery known for ribs and chicken since 1967, is permanently shutting down on March 17th, 2024, ending an era amid personal and city-wide nostalgia.

Celebrity chefs Yves Lowe and Jeremy Charles set for “Mythik” reunion at Montréal enLumière

There are a lot of interesting storylines for the upcoming 25th edition of Montréal en Lumière (Feb. 22 to March 10), which focuses on dining, outdoor skating and live entertainment, but perhaps none more compelling than a reunion involving two of this country’s most celebrated chefs: Yves Lowe, the executive chef at the Bell Centre and Newfoundland’s Jeremy Charles.

Scrumpchies: The West Island’s newest obsession (New York-style cookies)

Scrumpchies is nestled in Les Galeries Kirkland on the West Island, these New York-style behemoth cookies are causing necks to crane and taste buds to tingle with anticipation.

Philadelphia Cream Cheese Debuts Its First-Ever No-Hole Bagel In Partnership With St-Viateur Bagel in Montreal and Others

Philadelphia Cream Cheese has unveiled its latest innovation: the first-ever no-hole bagel, created in collaboration with some of North America’s most beloved bagel shops and St-Viateur Bagel in Montreal.

Elio Pizzeria is a Taste of Italy in the Heart of Montreal

Elio Pizzeria has a rich history spanning over six decades and is a true Montreal culinary treasure. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a traveler passing through, this pizzeria is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a taste of Italy in the heart of Montreal.

RestoDishes Exclusive: Le Burger Week: Restaurant Paulo et Suzanne’s “Le Colosse” Burger

RestoDishes exclusive: Restaurant Paulo et Suzanne is a delightful eatery adorned with 1950s-inspired decor that exudes a distinct Québécois influence. The extensive menu and ingenious use of space provide a comprehensive dining experience worth indulging in.

The Grand Pizzeria and Bar bakes its specialty in a custom-made oven

On my last night in Ottawa for what will probably be a while, I finally made it to The Grand Pizzeria and Bar. It is one of a handful of restaurants that came to life from the visionary John Borsten. His wife, Sofia, handles marketing duties for his group, which also includes Starling, The Metropolitan and several Zak’s Diner locales. The Grand was everything folks boasted about and more. Founded in 2009 and honoring the traditions of Napoli, the birthplace of pizza, they are baked here in a custom-made oven and cooked in extremely high heat for less than ninety seconds. The result is a malleable pizza that is soft on the inside and slightly charred on the outside. I could see after my first bite why they were voted the best pizza in Ottawa and beyond. Our server Fiona recommended the Mercanto, featuring mozzarella, arugula, parmesan and prosciutto. It was a good choice, preceded by some Laguna Blu mocktails (lemonade, pineapple juice, 7-Up and blue curacao syrup) and an appetizer of bruschetta. The latter included a generous portion of chopped tomatoes. The Sofia, named after the aforementioned Marketing Director, Sofia Santiso-Borsten, is a house favorite pizza. It comes with mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and goat cheese, topped with arugula and parmesan. They also have different pastas, burgers, and salads. For dessert, I had the chocolate truffle cake, which came with some rich mousse and strawberries. Built in 1877 as a grocery store by Thomas Coffey, Sr., this building was the Grand Central Hotel from 1889 to 1907, and a Salvation Army hostel from 1908 to 1949. Every detail here, from their thoughtfully designed décor to an authentic Southern Italian menu, pays homage to its roots while celebrating the energy of today. It seats about 200 inside, including at the bar, and about 200 more on two separate patios. https://www.instagram.com/p/DLXYWICxUKs/ See my interview on Instagram with the manager, Courtney: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLXYWICxUKs/ The team at the Grand cares about the community, environment, and the future. Thanks to support from programs like the My Main Street Business Sustainability stream, they have invested in greener, energy-saving kitchen equipment. These upgrades allow them to preserve resources while enhancing their culinary craft. They have also expanded and beautified their iconic patio, providing a welcoming space for friends and families to gather. This commitment to sustainability reflects its values, blending traditional hospitality with modern responsibility. The dough here must be made with refined type 00 Italian wheat flour kneaded by hand. It is topped with raw, pureed San Marzano tomatoes from Italy and made from simple and fresh ingredients. They use mozzarella di Bufala cheese made from water buffalo milk, typically raised in the Campania and Lazio marshlands in Italy. Real Napoletana pizza comes in only one size: 10 to 12 inches in diameter / personal size. It has a soft, chewy crust with slight charring and leopard spots, with a moist and soupy center. Authentic Napoletana Pizza is very thin and soft. The Grand Pizzeria and Bar is located at 74 George Street in the Market. Walk-ins only here. Call 613-244-999, e-mail info@thegrandpizzeria.com and log on to https://www.thegrandpizzeria.com/menu
The iconic Dinty’s Restaurant in the town of Aylmer has been pleasing diners for decades

Dinty’s Restaurant in Aylmer, a family-owned icon since the 1930s. Enjoy Greek specialties, diverse menus, and a welcoming atmosphere just 15 minutes from Ottawa.
Cindy’s Restaurant is a popular spot for breakfast and lunch in the Ottawa suburb of Nepean

Cindy’s Restaurant in Nepean, Ottawa—a family-owned diner serving generous portions of classic breakfasts and lunches for 35+ years. Warm, friendly vibe!

An extraordinary woman named Lana Duke: The story behind the rise of Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Toronto
From foster care to fine dining royalty—Lana Duke’s bold journey helped bring Ruth’s Chris to Toronto, serving sizzling steaks and empowering a legacy of women.
Black+Blue Toronto offers the magic of a classic steakhouse combined with a modern and energetic ambiance.
Enjoy premium steak and seafood at Black+Blue Toronto, a sleek steakhouse in First Canadian Place with A5 Wagyu, curated menus, and elegant private dining.
Is a Quebec franchise finally on the radar screen for Red Lobster?
Is Red Lobster eyeing a Quebec comeback? A Toronto visit reveals great service, fresh seafood, and hints of the brand’s return to La Belle Province.