Last month, I had the pleasure of attending the annual Eat To The Beat charity event. Hosted by the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), it is the only event in Canada to exclusively features the talent of 60 female chefs. They have all come together for one night to offer support to women going through the challenges of breast cancer diagnosis.

The event was held at the Roy Thomson Hall on October 17, 2017, and managed to raise thousands of dollars of funds for women with a breast cancer diagnosis.  The Roy Thomson Hall’s lobby was transformed into a foodie mecca with so many food options available that night. Guests were able to enjoy specially prepared savory and sweet dishes at 60 stations, along with drinks from 20 of the finest beverage purveyors. 

Eat To The Beat was started 21 years ago by sisters Lisa and Abby Slater, and has since raised more than $3.9 million since its introduction. The funds raised at the food event are directed towards supporting the full spectrum of breast cancer programs and services of the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) – from important research where the latest innovations are developed to direct patient support – and will benefit not only the estimated 25,000 Canadian women who are diagnosed every year with this disease, but also the families and friends who love and support them. Every dollar counts! 

There was also a live band performing a variety of top songs throughout the evening ensuring a lively atmosphere. It was a great event, where guests got to sample the culinary delights from all of the talented female chefs. 

Please enjoy the food pictures from this year's Eat To The Beat 2017 below. 

Ace Bakery with their "Build Your Own Crostini"

Chef Nuit Regular serving Rice Salad - Jasmine rice with white turmeric, long beans, lemongrass, sawtooth coriander, edible flower and soy bean sauce

Manal Bashier from Victor Gries serving Chocolate Mousse Cake - hazelnut ganache, candied orange

Jennifer Mooers from Hooked serving Japanese Hokkaido Bay Scallops - on half shelf

Felicia Derose from Fish and Oyster serving Fresh Shucked Oysters - with beet and shallot mignonette 

Marigolds & Onions serving Piri Piri Shrimp - roasted black tiger shrimp with piri piri glaze

Emma Beqaj from Emma's Catery serving Paino - tomato foccaccia, mortadella, buffolo mozerella, and salsa verde 

Jeanne da Silva and Amy Symington from Gilda's Club serving Chipotle Quinoa and Cornmeal Muffins - with avocado butter

Tiffany Miguel from George Restaurant serving Chocolate Coconut Cake

Roselle Desserts serving Buttery Sabre Breton Base - roasted Northern spy apples 

Renee Bellefeuille from AGO serving Birria-Spiced Beef Brochette - with cashew-chili salsa

Dufflet serving Pumpkin Slider - pumpkin cake filled with spiced cream cheese

Kimberly Humby from Bistro East & Main serving Applewood Smoked Duck Breast - with wild mushroom risotto and patridge berry demi-glace 

Jennifer Perusini from Berber Social serving Moroccan Maftoul - Moroccan cigar with ground beef

Meghan Van Horne from Public House serving Cornbread and Smoked Rabbit Slider

There was a wide selection of alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages from 20 drink stations at Eat To The Beat including: 

An estimated 25,000 Canadian women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. So, the funds will surely help and assist patient support.

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After last year's successful event, the food event came back bigger and better this year. Over 400 food enthusiasts came together to enjoy the 2nd annual Toronto Catering Showcase presented by EventSource.ca on October 15, 2017.


The Toronto Catering Showcase produced an amazing event this year with some of the city’s most talented culinary masters. The grand event once again took place at the Bram & Bluma Appel Salon, where guests got to indulge in culinary delights prepared by 12 of Toronto’s most notable catering companies. Upon entering the upstairs level of the Toronto Reference Library, we were warmly greeted by the front desk, and our tickets were scanned. Once inside, you'll notice that the room was filled with plenty of booths with a plethora of delicious cuisine for guests to enjoy.

This year's event was well-organized and I noticed that the arrangement of the venue differed greatly from last year's event. The bar was moved to the back of the room nearby where the Wellington Music group was playing. This provided a lot more walking space, and made the bar area less crowded. Additionally, the modern event space was given a more refreshed look with comfy leather couches and stand-tables giving guests more options for seating.

Photo Credit: Jackson Huang at Ikonica

Photo Credit: Jackson Huang at Ikonica

The event was ideal for those looking for caterers for their next event, wedding, party, corporate planners, and those loving food. Each caterer prepared about 3 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.





The Toronto Catering Showcase allowed guests to enjoy an afternoon of pure epicurean indulgence (pictures below). Besides the delicious dishes, the event also featured local wines by the renowned Peller Estates, and a wide selection of craft beer provided by Brew Box Co. Overall, the event was very well organized, and all 12 caterers were spaced out accordingly. There was a lot of room to walk around, and plenty of seating available. The event was also 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 2017 below. For more pictures of the fun, please check out the hashtag #TOCateringShow on Instagram and Twitter.

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Veggie Dish - arugula, kale, romaine, herbs, quinoa, beet hummus, roasted grapes, baby cucumbers, chick peas, bell peppers, shallot dressing & crispy lentils


 Veggie Option - arugula, kale, romaine, herbs, quinoa, beet hummus, roasted grapes, baby cucumbers, chick peas, bell peppers, shallot dressing & crispy lentils


Moist Ginger Cake - red wine caramel reduction, cinnamon gelato, sponge toffee and pomegranate seeds





Wild Mushroom Toast -  truffle, coffee oil, tarragon mascarpone & hazelnuts



 Braised Ontario Lamb Shoulder - fall vegetable and lobster bisque

Guests enjoyed live music from Wellington Music.


It was a great pleasure to attend this year's Toronto Catering Showcase 2017. From the space, the menu, drinks bar, the live music, EventSource.ca did a wonderful job putting together the event this year. It was well-organized and I had a lot of fun attending the food showcase. Following on this year's successful event, I'll bet that they'll be back again next year.