[Event Recap] Toronto Catering Showcase 2018
One of Toronto's highly anticipated events took place on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018. The third annual 2018 Toronto Catering Showcase presented by EventSource.ca was held at the state-of-the-art The Globe and Mail Centre, and it was a grand success! Over 500 food enthusiasts came together to enjoy an afternoon of delicious cuisine and bottomless drinks.
This year's event relocated to a new venue at The Globe and Mail Centre. The venue itself was refined, and had a spacious balcony lounge where guests were greeted with a lovely view of the city's sleek skyline. Like previous year events, this one was well-organized and each booth had enough designated space between them for guests to grab food comfortably. Additionally, the modern event space was given a more refreshed look with comfy leather couches and stand-tables giving guests more options for seating.
The Toronto Catering Showcase allowed guests to enjoy an afternoon of pure epicurean indulgence. Besides the delicious dishes, the event also featured local wines by sommelier from Peller Estates, and a wide selection of craft beer provided by Brunswick Bierworks. Overall, the event was the perfect opportunity to scope out potential caterers for an upcoming event or wedding. However, it wasn't limited to those looking for event planning, Toronto Catering Showcase was fun for couples, families, and everyday culinary connoisseurs.
Please enjoy the food pictures from this year's Toronto Catering Showcase 2018 below. For more pictures of the fun, please check out the hashtag #TOCateringShow on Instagram and Twitter.
Torched Mini Meal - halibut, escabeche with black bean puree, roasted peppers
Oliver & Bonacini
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Symphony of Soil - heirloom carrots, cauliflower, radish, beets edible soil, green goodness dressing
Upon entering the venue, guests were greeted by the grandeur designed by Ashley Pigott Events. The carefully curated room was filled with an abundance of wedding and event inspirations to all. One of the main events of the evening was the indulgence of culinary delights prepared by 12 of Toronto's notable and trend setting culinary caterers. That did not disappoint, as there were a variety of signature dishes, refreshing beverages and dainty yet delicate desserts.
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The event was ideal for those looking for caterers for their next event such as weddings and parties, corporate planners or your everyday culinary connoisseurs. Each caterer prepared about two to three different dishes and desserts, where guests were able to sample each delectable culinary dish. All of the caterers at the show offer personalized culinary experiences and most do draw inspiration from global or current food trends. Tickets were priced at $65 per person giving each guest an all-inclusive pass giving a complete access to an afternoon of pure epicurean indulgence – no food tickets, no drink tickets, no other charges.
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Please enjoy the food pictures from this year's Toronto Catering Showcase 2018 below. For more pictures of the fun, please check out the hashtag #TOCateringShow on Instagram and Twitter.
Daniel et Daniel
Cod From Away - Fogo Island cod, passionfruit brown butter emulsion, Jerusalem artichoke black malt, BC spot prawn
Mini Ginger Chocolate Cookie Dough Cones
Eatertainment
Spicy Beef and Nori Crab Salad Cone
Torched Mini Meal - halibut, escabeche with black bean puree, roasted peppers
elle cuisine
Duck Confit with Chanterelle Truffle Risotto - rissoto cooked in a wushroom and truffle broth sauteed chanterelle with thyme and butter with a rich duck, jus and chervil cress
Encore Catering
Truffle Mac & Cheese Croquette
Spiced Apple Tarts
en Ville Event Design and Catering
Open Face Veda Pav - malasa dusted naan crisp, green chutney
Trout with Acorn Squash Puree - crunchy snow pea silvers
Food Dudes
Fall Chopped Salad - purple modular kale, vegetables. cranberry goat cheese spread, smoked squash, caramelized apples, maple walnuts, pumpkin seeds
Fried Chicken Bao - pimento cheese, bacon-onion jam, banh mi slaw, pickled jalepeno, steam bun
Kiss the Cook Catering
Vepro-Kmedlo-Zelo - pork roast, sauerkraut, dumpling, plum chutney
Smazeny Syr - fried cheese, deconstructed tartar sauce, mini brioche
Svestkove Knedliky - fruit dumplings, brown butter, brown sugar, cottage cheese
Oliver & Bonacini
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Symphony of Soil - heirloom carrots, cauliflower, radish, beets edible soil, green goodness dressing
Presidential Gourmet
London Fog Bubble Tea - earl grey infused bubble tea topped with cotton candy
BBQ Jackfruit - olive fingerling potato cake, brussels sprout slaw
Provisions TO
Oysters - grapefruit, spruce, habanero
The Host Fine Indian Cuisine
Chaat Papri
Samosa
Toben Food By Design
Handmade Cavatelli - bolognese sauce, truffled pecorino
Roasted Baby Beet Salad - samac-tahini yoghurt, fennel, winter citrus, radish, cucumber, watercress, spiced chickpea crumble
Zeppole - mascapone, lemon curd, wild blueerry compote
Love Gelato
BarChef
Four Seven Two - bourbon, fresh lemon, cola bitter, mint syrup
Super Chilled Bourbon and Star Anise Julep - bourbon, maple, lemon and chamomile gel, Madeira, star anise syrup, orange zest, rosemary brunoise
Brunswick Bierworks
Music by The Guitar Guys, a Toronto-based string ensemble.
It was a great pleasure to be here and taking part in the Toronto Catering Showcase 2018. The event was perfectly executed by EventSource.ca as they took consideration of people's feedback from previous years and implemented changes. Yes, the dishes were sampled-sized, but it was AYCE. So guests were guarantee to leave satisfied and full once the event ended at 4 pm. One of my highly-recommended food events to attend of the year. Until next time!
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Disclaimer: The event provided in this post was complimentary. However, all of the opinions expressed in this review are of my own.
** Pictures by Devon Liu. Visit his Instagram to check out his feed **
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