The popular cooking show Top Chef is known for discovering great chefs like Stephanie Izard and Richard Blais. For Season 22, the show was filmed in Toronto, Canada—a city famous for its mix of cultures and amazing food.
Even though contestants don’t get to freely explore the city due to the show’s strict rules, the judges had some time to enjoy Toronto. Let’s see where judges Kristen Kish, Gail Simmons, and Tom Colicchio loved to eat while filming in Canada.
🌟 Gail Simmons’ Picks
Gail, a Toronto native, was thrilled to film in her hometown. She shared her favorite places, including:
- Casa Paco for Spanish food
- Sunny’s Chinese for delicious Chinese dishes
- Brodflour bakery for fresh croissants
She also recommends visiting famous spots like Casa Loma and Niagara-on-the-Lake. And for snacks, try Canadian favorites like Coffee Crisp, Giant Sour Keys, and All-Dressed Chips!
🍔 Kristen Kish’s Favorites
Kristen Kish, the host and winner of Top Chef Season 10, loves:
- Aloette for its tasty burger
- Fishman Lobster Clubhouse for the amazing lobster tower
- Danny’s Pizza Tavern for pizza
She also suggests visiting local stores like Farm Boy for snacks. Don’t miss Summer’s Ice Cream in Yorkville for the unique campfire marshmallow flavor. She also says to try Jamaican patties and learn about cool Canadian food creations like sushi pizza and Hawaiian pizza.
Tom Colicchio usually cooks at home during filming but enjoyed a few great Toronto spots:
- Prime Seafood Palace by chef Matty Matheson
- Azhar on Ossington for Middle Eastern food
Tom also loves shopping at Longo’s Markets and St. Lawrence Market, a famous market with over 120 vendors offering fresh produce, meats, seafood, and baked goods.
✅ Final Thought
Toronto impressed all three judges with its mix of cultures and tasty food. Whether you’re looking for fine dining, local snacks, or fresh market goods—Toronto has something for every food lover.
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