Taylor Newlands

Taylor Newlands

Digital Editor

When she's not creating and overseeing digital content for Foodism, you can find Taylor sippin' on a sweet and delicious cocktail or slurpin' up some noodles (ramen, japchae, spaghettini — you name it). From oysters and nigiri to tartare, she loves anything raw. And her favourite pastime is tucking into a fried chicken sandwich and a glass of wine mid-bubble bath. She likes to eat; you get it. 

Taylor Newlands's articles

Putting the finishing touches on a cocktail at Simpl Things

How Toronto became a $25 cocktail city

A decade ago, craft cocktails were a hard thing to find in Toronto — and they never surpassed $15. We discover how Toronto’s cocktail culture and its prices have blown up.

Published: Monday 25th September 2023
Couches and greenery on the patio, the Yard at the W Toronto hotel in Yorkville

Get a taste of Toronto at Living Room inside W Toronto

Serving tasty bites and gorgeous cocktails, the W Toronto hotel’s lobby bar Living Room, and adjoining patio the Yard, deserves to be a destination in its own right.

Published: Thursday 21st September 2023
TIFF Afternoon Tea at the Shangri-La Toronto

The Shangri-La Toronto is hosting TIFF Afternoon Tea

Feel like a star at the Shangri-La Toronto's TIFF Afternoon Tea, complete with premium tea, prosecco or a mocktail, and an assortment of whimsical, TIFF-inspired bites.

Thursday 7 September 2023 - Saturday 30 September 2023
Potato sour cream and onion at Lighthouse45 restaurant at Rawley Resort Marina & Spa, Port Severn

Rawley Resort is a lakeside culinary getaway

With swoon-worthy amenities and a seasonal food program helmed by chef Chris Locke, Rawley Resort in Port Severn is a lakeside retreat fit for foodies.

Published: Wednesday 6th September 2023
Wine and pasta at Stelvio on Dundas West in Toronto

Stelvio is Dundas West's hidden gem with unique Italian fare

Serving traditional dishes from the Lombardy region, Stelvio does Italian food unlike anywhere else in Toronto — with top-notch cocktails and wine to match.

Published: Friday 25th August 2023
The terrace at Skylight rooftop patio at W Toronto hotel

Skylight is a sultry, boho rooftop oasis in Yorkville

High atop the W Toronto hotel in Yorkville, Skylight is a lush and spacious escape shrouded in greenery and allure. Snack on Mediterranean plates paired with craft cocktails in the restaurant or on the rooftop patio. 

Published: Tuesday 15th August 2023
A guest room at The Beach Motel, Southampton, Ontario

Escape to The Beach Motel in Southampton, Ontario

Staying at The Beach Motel in Southampton, Ontario, is like having your own private beach house, with delicious cocktails, wine and spectacular sunsets.

Published: Monday 7th August 2023
A floral chandelier hangs over the dining room at Laylak

Full of warmth and ethereal romance, Laylak will instantly enchant you

Indulge in authentic and halal Lebanese cuisine paired with whimsical cocktails in Laylak's gorgeous cream and gold dining room in the Financial District.

Published: Wednesday 12th July 2023
The Chinese pineapple bun burger at Patois

Patois is serving the best fried chicken in Toronto

At Dundas West's Patois, chef-owner Craig Wong combines his Chinese-Jamaican background with his French culinary prowess to create some of the best dishes in the city.

Published: Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Restaurants and bars with live music in Toronto | Guests at the bar watch a small band playing inside Lapinou

Jam out at these 15 bars with live music in Toronto

Sip on a glass of wine and snack on small plates as you bask in the atmosphere of sweet sounds at these bars and restaurants with live music in Toronto.

Published: Wednesday 12th April 2023
Ladurée Yordale, Toronto | Afternoon tea treats on a cake stand at Ladurée

Ladurée Yorkdale is the cutest spot for a girls' brunch

At Ladurée Yorkdale, brunch is an adorable affair with light bites and mimosas — and don't forget their famous macarons for dessert.

Published: Tuesday 11th April 2023
124 on Queen Hotel and Spa | Wine pairings with every course at Treadwell restaurant

124 on Queen is the perfect wine-and-food-filled weekend getaway

Right on the main strip in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the new 124 on Queen Hotel is home to impeccable food, a show-stopping wine list and a fully-licensed spa.

Published: Monday 10th April 2023
Gnocchi al Pesto at Nuna in Parkdale, Toronto

Punchy Peruvian flavours and pisco cocktails shine at Nuna

A hidden Parkdale gem, Nuna dishes out flavour-packing Peruvian food with soul and craft cocktails in a charming atmosphere.

Published: Friday 24th February 2023
Korean restaurants Toronto | A dish topped with an egg at OddSeoul

13 Korean restaurants in Toronto to feed your Seoul

Satisfy your cravings with everything from king-sized gyoza and sizzling bibimbap to soon tofu dishes at these top-notch Korean restaurants in Toronto.

Published: Wednesday 15th February 2023

Is raw fish safe to eat? A chef fills us in on eating raw

Raw fish and uncooked beef dishes appear on many menus, but are they safe to eat? The Park Hyatt's executive chef Antonio Soriano answers all your questions.

Published: Monday 13th February 2023
A cocktail at The Dog & Tiger

The Dog & Tiger is the perfect first date spot

With delicious cocktails, elevated fare and a down-to-earth atmosphere, The Dog & Tiger is the perfect place to cozy up by the fireplace with a date.

Published: Wednesday 8th February 2023
Easy and delicious mocktail recipes | Ceder's Rose & Tonic mocktail recipe

16 Easy and delicious non-alcoholic cocktail and mocktail recipes

Whether you're observing Dry January or just after a tasty and refreshing non-alcoholic bevvy, these flavourful mocktail recipes will make you forget all about the alcohol.

The new AP restaurant is serving the most drool-worthy food in Toronto

From celebrated Montreal chef Antonio Park, AP restaurant serves impeccable Japanese fare paired with a gleaming view of the city skyline from the 51st floor.

Published: Wednesday 11th January 2023
Canadian gift boxes | Present Day Gifts Culinary Box

The best Canadian gift boxes to send this holiday season

Take all the hassle out of shopping local this holiday season with these beautifully curated Canadian gift boxes. Full of delicious bites and unique items, they're sure to spread holiday cheer.

Published: Wednesday 7th December 2022
Egyptian food Toronto | Maha's Egyptian Brunch Cairo Classic

Maha's Egyptian Brunch is the most underrated restaurant in Toronto

One of the city's best brunch spots, Maha's brings a true taste of modern Egyptian food to Toronto. We chat with chef Monika Wahba to find out what makes the menu so special. 

Published: Tuesday 15th November 2022