{"id":154170,"date":"2023-06-29T08:00:19","date_gmt":"2023-06-29T12:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/?p=154170"},"modified":"2023-07-04T18:22:22","modified_gmt":"2023-07-04T22:22:22","slug":"toronto-caterers-top-summer-food-trends-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eventsource.ca\/blog\/toronto-caterers-top-summer-food-trends-2023","title":{"rendered":"Toronto Caterers’ Top Summer Food Trends 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Every summer, Toronto’s top caterers<\/a> are tasked with putting a fresh spin on delicious dining experiences, innovative and inspiring local food trends along the way. From vibrant plant-based delights to refreshing fusion cuisine, our city’s culinary maestros are proving that summer 2023 is far from ordinary. Through sustainable practices, locally sourced ingredients, and unique global influences, Toronto’s catering industry is transforming the way we think about and enjoy our seasonal meals.<\/p>\n

Read on to delve into the top food trends setting the Toronto catering scene ablaze, offering a taste of what’s hot in this flavourful cityscape. Whether you’re a foodie, an event planner, or simply curious about the culinary horizon, it’s time to whet your appetite with Toronto caterers\u2019 top summer food trends for 2023.<\/p>\n

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Summer Reds (DF\/GF)<\/h2>\n

With beets, strawberries, watermelon radish, and creamy lemon poppy seed dressing.<\/em><\/p>\n

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When designing new dishes for the upcoming season, we are always looking to consider how to create a plate that incorporates current trends, colour, and local and seasonal ingredients. When creating \u201cSummer Reds\u201d, we wanted to construct a plate that was not only colourful and delicious, but also plant-forward; as plant-based meals continue to grow in popularity among our clients. Incorporating fresh Ontario strawberries, one of the first harvested fruits of the season, and pairing it with watermelon radishes, roast beets and red vein sorrel, this monochromatic colouring is both appealing to the palate, as well as the eye. This dish is the perfect balance of beauty and flavour. The sweetness of the beets and berries are offset by the tang of the cr\u00e8me fraiche lemon-poppyseed dressing to create a flavour experience that can only be described as delightful.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Karen O\u2019Connor<\/span>Executive Chef<\/span>
Daniel et Daniel Catering & Events<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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Ni\u00e7oise Salad<\/h2>\n

With albacore tuna, seared with chermoula, beets, haricots verts, corn, and heirloom tomatoes.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Nothing inspires the arrival of warm weather more than thoughts of summers by the sea (or lake!). We love this salad as it is bright and fresh, using hyper-seasonal ingredients. We use sustainable seafood like albacore tuna, seared with chermoula to throw a bit of a middle eastern twist on this classic. Local products such as beets, haricots verts, corn, and heirloom tomatoes form the foundation of the salad. Whether for a fully plated affair or a cocktail party, one taste of this classic dish will immediately transport you to thoughts of European travel to the South of France or to exotic locations in the middle east.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Toben Kochman<\/span>Owner<\/span>
Toben Food by Design<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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Goat Cheese Cr\u00e8me Br\u00fbl\u00e9e<\/h2>\n

With caramelized sugar crust, grilled peaches, crispy prosciutto, and micro basil. Paired with sourdough or baguette.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Elevate your charcuterie boards with the ultimate indulgence: Goat Cheese Cr\u00e8me Br\u00fbl\u00e9e. The creamy goat cheese custard combines with the caramelized sugar crust to create a harmonious blend of sweet and savory. Grilled peaches add a delicate sweetness, crispy prosciutto brings a satisfying crunch, and micro basil creates fresh aromatics. Paired with sourdough or baguette, each bite unveils velvety textures and captivating flavours, bringing your \u2018cottage potluck\u2019 game to a whole new level.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Jamie Naka<\/span>Executive Chef<\/span>
Encore Catering<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n

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