'Tis the season to be jolly but it's not an easy time of year for everyone. Therapist Tenniel Rock shares tips and advice on how to reach out to friends or coworkers who might be having a difficult time during the holidays. Plus what you can do if this time of year is stressful or difficult for you. Find out how sharing a story about your food hero can help raise money for the Community Food Centres Canada and what great work is being done with the donations. Chef Andrea Buckett gives us a peek ...
Dec 19, 2016
Do you love your coffee machine with the pods and you think you're doing a good deed by recycling them? Guess what? They're ending up in the landfill. Find out why your recyclable coffee pods aren't being recycled at all when the guys behind Go Java join the show to tell you how they will pick up your old pods and get them recycled properly. Chef and restaurant owner Stefano Faita chats bout the new foodie subscription box called Food Trip To...and how he selected the products for the box featur...
Dec 12, 2016
Everything you need to know about whiskey from Irish Whiskey Ambassador Conor Timmons as you get ready for the holidays (or just want to know what other people are talking about.) Chef Lynn Crawford with entertaining tips to make the holidays easier and less stressful, and Sandra Oldfield from Tinhorn Creek Winery in British Columbia talks about her recent award and work in the wine industry.
Dec 05, 2016
Pay is back from British Columbia and her first visit to Whistler (psst...winter is not the most popular season there.) Find out what new oddities and unbelievable stories have been added to the new Ripley's Believe it or Not book....from one of the senior researchers who has to verify that these stories and photos are true! If you're looking for a high-impact holiday gift - consider a gift basket from FoodShare...they're a great organization that works to make healthy food affordable and access...
Nov 27, 2016
John Catucci from You Gotta Eat Here co-hosts this show! Find out what it's been like shooting 5 seasons of the hit Food Network show - and what dishes have stood out to John as they shoot around the world. Plus, tune in for details on where you can see him in person!
Nov 07, 2016
Two entertaining and inspirational writers and cookbook authors join the show today! And both of these fabulous cooks have been short listed for the Taste Canada Cookbook Awards! Tara O'Brady of Seven Spoons (name of the blog AND her popular cookbook) talks about growing up in southern Ontario with Indian flavours at home, Canadian foods around her and the mix of other cultural spices and ingredients that influenced her cooking today. With dishes that are easy to make and simple tips to update o...
Oct 30, 2016
Explaining Halloween to new Canadians...it's ok to take candy from strangers one day of the year. Find out how you can meet some of your favourite designers and bid on a one-of-kind piece of furniture decorated by some of the city's best...including Norm Kelly! All to support the great work done by the Furniture Bank. Food + Film = the Eatable Film Festival...in its second year, the festival co-founder explains what delicious things there are to eat and drink along with the screenings. Toronto S...
Oct 24, 2016
It's Thanksgiving weekend and what better way to give thanks than to support Restaurants For Change? Ruby Watchco chef, Lora Kirk, joins the show to tell you why you should dine out on Wed. October 19th at some of the best restaurants across Canada. Confused about what sustainable seafood is? Do you know if you're really getting the more expensive fish you paid for or if it's been swapped with a cheaper variety? Learn about seafood fraud, how to make sure you get what you pay for and how to supp...
Oct 11, 2016
Is Toronto ready for a new kind of plant-based restaurant? Chefs David Lee and Tyler Shedden think so. The two chefs talk about the new restaurant Planta, and why they chose not to use the word "vegan to describe it. What kind of food is on the menu and can it satisfy the most die-hard carnivore? The chefs share some tips and and ideas for going meatless and talk about their inspiration and what they learned by living a plant-based diet.
Oct 06, 2016
Away of for the next two weeks so everything is packed into this show! Pay chats with Richard Goldhar (a licensed insolvency trustee and debt expert), as he shares some surprising ways you could be wasting money without knowing. And the monthly that you might not realized is affecting your credit rating. Plus...are you paying more for those loyalty or reward points...? The Toronto Garlic Festival is back with the garlic breath contest and all the different kinds of garlic and garlicy foods you c...
Sep 11, 2016
Poke is popping up all over Toronto restaurant menus and neighbourhoods - but what is it? The owners of the new Pokito restaurant at Queen and Spadina stop by the show to talk about the origins of poke, what's traditional and what new flavours they've brought to the city. Registered nutritionist Lianne Phillipson, shares tips for getting back to your routine in September and prepping for back to school for the kids. And Ikea's DIY dinner parties...
Sep 05, 2016
It's another week with some awesome women. Pay is joined by actress and comedian Anne Marie Scheffler who is launching her one-woman comedy show MILF LIFE CRISIS for a two week run in Toronto. Anne Marie shares her personal story of getting married, having kids, getting divorced and realizing she's a MILF and should embrace it. Parenting writer Sam Kemp-Jackson write a story calling for Home Ec. to be brought back because kids aren't learning the practical things they need! But, why learn when y...
Aug 28, 2016
This podcast is for people who love dogs and who love food. Hopefully you fall into this category. Do you love dogs but don't feel like you can commit to having a pet? Pay chats with Coveted Canines about their need for foster homes when they rescue dogs. It's a 2-4 week commitment and they provide everything! Find out more about the dogs they rescue and how you could be a foster parent to a dog before they are adopted. EnRoute Magazine has once again launched their Canada's Best New Restaurants...
Aug 21, 2016
It's the awesome ladies show! Talented comedy writers and performers Ashley Comeau (Second City, Best Female Improviser 2015 - NOW Magazine) and Rhiannon Archer (Canadian Comedy Award nominee) join the show to talk about getting kicked out of traffic court, why you shouldn't offer Ashley beer, and what it's like doing stand-up and improv. Keep your eyes out for Mnandi Pies...these savoury Zimbabwean pies are finding a permanent home in Toronto and you'll want to try them. Hear why Evis Chirowamh...
Aug 15, 2016
Interested in taking your outdoor cooking one step further? Why not experiment with smoking your own food? Kevin Castonguay from catering and events company Provisions T.O, shares tips on how to get the best smoked meat with the simplest equipment. And world famous coffee artist, Michael Breach, shares his story of being discovered on social media and now traveling the world being hired by clients to do intricate coffee art. If you get confused by gluten-free and what's ok if someone suffers fro...
Aug 08, 2016
Do you know what's in your bottle of olive oil? There's a good chance it's not olive oil! Val Vagopoulos from Olive That! joins the show to tell you all you need to know about buying and tasting extra virgin olive oil. Labels often don't tell the truth and what should you ask before you buy? Does the more expensive bottle mean a better product? And how long does olive oil last? Find out so you don't get ripped off the next time you buy a bottle!
Jul 25, 2016
This show is for all the meat-lovers. Peter Sanagan from Sanagan's Meat Locker in Kensington Market joins the show with food writer, Ivy Knight. Learn about Ivy's series of FREE food events at the Drake Hotel...every Monday evening and take part in Butcher Appreciation Night on July 25th. Peter explains the difference between grass-fed and grain-fed beef and marbling, what some lesser-known but delicious cuts of meat are, and how to find the meats you're looking for....
Jul 18, 2016
Pay is back from a trip to Nova Scotia where she walked in on her mom massaging lobsters. It's a real thing, apparently. Listen to find details. Chef Rob Gentile (Buca) and Afrim Pristine (Cheese Boutique) join the show to talk about their love of dogs and how they're raising money for the Etobicoke Humane Society with a big BBQ event where dogs are welcome! Have you heard of the Newcomer Kitchen? Did you know there are a group of Syrian moms making delicious Syrian meals that you can order to t...
Jul 11, 2016
The secret lives of massage therapists...what you might be doing that they're talking about. Pay is joined by Harry Lalousis - Mustard Sommelier for Maille mustards in the UK. There are many uses for mustard and you might be missing out on some of the most delicious ways to use them. Why dijon mustard is the base for some of your tastiest foods. Matt Basile (Fidel Gastro food truck, Lisa Marie) shares his tips for making your homemade foods better and what you'll find more of on menus soon. And ...
Jun 27, 2016
Get your grills ready - Chef Rob Braganolo from Carver shares his favourite things to cook on the grill and they aren't sausages or burgers! Learn to make perfect fish, pizza and even mussels on the grill this summer. Plus, hear about the special offerings at Taste of Toronto taking place June 23-26 at Fort York. Do you know what makes an Aussie meat pie unique? The two young women who own Kanga Aussie Meat Pies stop by the studio to talk about relaxing summer "sessions" and how they started mak...
Jun 20, 2016
Some of the best food in Toronto is just outside of Toronto. Have you ever driven past a plaza or a tiny hole-in-the-wall restaurant and been curious about what's being offered inside? Food and drink writer, Suresh Doss, has become known as the unofficial food ambassador of Scarborough - becoming the go-to source for authentic and delicious multicultural dishes. He shares the names of hidden gems all over the GTA from Scarborough to Rexdale and Brampton - and the must-try dishes that will deligh...
Jun 13, 2016
The Queen of Cakes and the woman who put beautifully designed cakes on the Toronto map - Bonnie Gordon - joins the show with the head pastry instructor of The Bonnie Gordon College of Confectionary Arts. They discuss the trends in desserts and pastry, the flavours you'll see more of this year, and what it takes to make cake dreams come true. Plus, the popularity of the $12,000 cake! Toronto BBQ week kicks off on June 6th and Harbord Room chef Cory Vitiello talks about the great menu items you ca...
Jun 06, 2016
Gardening expert Frankie Flowers joins the show to answer your gardening questions and shares his tips on growing your own food successfully. Whether you have a large garden or just a small balcony, Frankie breaks down the essential items you'll need and the most important things to consider as your grow and harvest. Did you know you can grow kiwi? Learn how to naturally get rid of pests, kitchen solutions to fertilize your plants and which plants grow well in little sun. Plus, the most useless ...
May 30, 2016
Back from Halifax with a story to share about my dad offering a scammer money over the phone. To kick off the Victoria Day long weekend, Design and Lifestyle Expert Karl Lohnes, pops by to share ideas on updating high tea for your next event or gathering. Plus, the difference between High Tea and Afternoon Tea and hey...did you know one of them usually involves beer? Karl shares easy ways to amp up your next shower, brunch or pool party with ideas inspired by traditional High Teas. Toronto Taste...
May 22, 2016
What is human Hungry, Hungry Hippo? Tune in to find out. If you'd like to eat healthier, and make better meals for you and/or your family, cookbook author and cooking class instructor Nettie Cronish and Registered Dietician Cara Rosenbloom join the show to talk about their book: Nourish - Whole Food Recipes featuring Seeds, Nuts and Beans. Find out if soy is really bad for you, or if it's gluten, maybe fat...or nuts. The women set the story straight and share some suggestions for cutting down yo...
May 09, 2016
Pay found the best way to get rid of old stuff (it's not new...she is just new to doing this.) And someone got a grown-up BBQ and is conquering her flame fears after having a BBQ explode in her face once. Hear the pathetic story. Joel MacCharles and Dana Harrison are the couple behind WellPreserved.ca - a great blog of recipes for preserving. Their new book, Batch, includes tips, techniques and recipes for preserving. Joel shares the 7 types of preserving (and chances are you're doing more than ...
May 01, 2016
Pay's tooth fell out. That was fun. Feel like an under-achiever? A guy is going to make over $100,000 this year by decorating bananas. You got that right. Bananas. While you're packing away your fall and winter gear - make sure you do it right! Yes, there are many, many wrong ways to do it. Lifestyle Expert Shoana Jensen joins the show to talk about the best ways to store your clothes and what you can do to save time and money. Also...tips for getting the most out of your laundry detergent. Desi...
Apr 25, 2016
It's tax time and Pay's accountant doesn't think chocolate is a work expense. The sisters behind the popular cookbooks, Bite Me, and Bite Me Too, join Pay to talk about their latest book, Lick Your Plate. Julie Albert and Lisa Gnat have been creating recipes and dishes to answer the question, "What's for dinner?" They talk about what makes their recipes easy to follow, working with family, and their favourite meals.
Apr 18, 2016
Pay recaps her gluttonous trip out west to British Columbia where it actually FELT like Spring. A food-packed trip to Vancouver and Victoria to sample their delicious offerings and also some quality time with her niece. The girl with the reverse mullet. Do you like your name? Have you ever wished you had a different name? Writer and author Duana Taha talks about her new book, "The Name Therapist" where she looks into how people feel about their names and the perception we have over unusual or un...
Apr 11, 2016
A frustrated mom sends her son an invoice totally almost $40,000 for the cost of supporting him since he moved back home 13-months ago. It includes $1000 for being an a**hole and not appreciating the support of his mom. Should adult kids be charged for moving back home? Mom blogger and writer, Sonya Davidson, joins the show to chat about Macaron Day and it's roots in Paris. Chef Ricardo conducted a survey for his food magazine and found some interesting results about the eating and meal habits o...
Mar 21, 2016
