by Shem Barker Pre Order by TUE Sep 7
Pick Up WED Sep 8, 6-7:30pm
Bajan cuisine naturally reflects it diverse history, a mixture of African, Portuguese, Indian, Irish, Creole and British influences. While some dishes are tied closely to the island, like flying fish, others are more transportable, giving Chef Shem Barker an opportunity to share some of delicious flavours of Barbadian home cooking with us here in Toronto.
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Carrot Broccoli Soup
Smooth and healthy, this creamy soup is packed with fresh vegetables, and infused with garlic, thyme, onions, and Shem’s special mix of herbs.
Chicken Pelau
Bajan pelau (or pilau) is but one manifestation of this family savoury one-pot meals that combine rice, vegetables, meat and spices. Every island — maybe even every family — has their own take, this Barbadian one featuring red kidney beans, peppers, okra and chicken. –or– Saltfish & Rice Cookup
One of many quick and simple “cookups” that define classic Caribbean home cooking — savoury saltfish mixed with rice, okra, peppers, thyme, garlic & herbs. Saltfish (dried salted cod) was an essential staple that enabled transatlantic trade.
Both dishes come with a Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad
Coconut Bread
A sweet bread with grated coconut, little bits of dried fruit and hint of nutmeg; a popular dessert for anytime snack.
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Chicken, Vegetarian, or 1/2+1/2
for 2 $48 • for 4 $90
by Mary Freij Pre Order by THU Sep 9
Pick Up FRI Sep 10, 6-7:30pm
Sahtein — the ‘bon appetit’ of Lebanese/Syrian Arabic dialects — is an invitation to come and share this lovely meal of Middle Easter comfort foods, prepared with love by Palestinian/Lebanese Chef Mary Freij, formerly of The Dep’s popular Mazeh brunch.
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Shorbat Adas
A classic way to start a meal across the entire Levant (Southeastern Mediterranean region), this lemony puree of yellow lentils cooked with onions and cumin, is topped with crispy fried pita bread.
Rosto
A comforting meal of slow-cooked roast beef infused with garlic and allspice, rosto is made in a lot of Middle Eastern homes to celebrate special occasions. Slices of roast beef are served with mashed potatoes, a side of carrots, onions & peas, and served with a rich gravy,
Also available vegan: a chickpea and mushrooms ‘roast’ with spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, cumin, all spice and sage
Umm Ali
A rich, decadent Middle Eastern bread pudding made with puff pastry that is soaked in sweetened cream, and topped with almonds and pistachios.
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Beef, Vegetarian, or 1/2+1/2
for 2 $48 • for 4 $90
Pay It Forward — Donate when ordering a Pick Up Dinner or Communal Picnic, and The Dep will match it to prepare fresh meals for shelters in the community.
Cooking Classes
This is our first series of post-lockdown, in-person, indoor events, and will be open to those who are double vaxxed. I am asking for participants to please submit via email and/or print out and bring their vaccination receipts – these are very easy to obtain online and are a prerequisite for attending. I understand that there may be some people who have been unable to get vaccinated for various legitimate reasons, but I would respectfully ask those people to please wait until we are in the clear before participating in this kind of group activity. In the event of a change in the local status of the COVID situation, we reserve the right to cancel this class at any time, in which case all participants will receive a full refund.
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COOKING CLASS - THU SEP 9
Every culture has their comfort-food dumplings, and warm, hearty Polish pierogies are right up there with the best of them. In this fun, hands-on workshop, Maria Rozynska of Just Be Cooking leads you through the process of kneading & rolling, filling & shaping, and boiling & frying homemade pierogies from scratch.
Pressure cooking is an exceptionally fast and healthy way to prepare food. Nutrients are preserved, flavours are intensified and cooking times reduced by up to 70%. Throw in the fact that you use less energy and waste less water, how can you go wrong? Popular food blogger, photographer and stylist Carole Nelson Browne shows you how to take full advantage of this amazing kitchen time-saver.
can be purchased online and redeemed anytime towards any of our Pick Up Dinners, or any future Supper Clubs,Workshops or Table Talks when they resume. Give something unique, memorable & meaningful — everybody's got enough stuff!
