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298. Hands-on cooking class: The Making of a Cook Series: Learn the Basics of French Cuisine

October 25, 2011

Always dreamed of whipping up a feast a la Julia Child? Inspired by the hit film Julie & Julia? Learn “the art of French cooking” starting today as the “Making of A Cook Series: Learn the Basics of French Cuisine” begins at the St. Lawrence Market!

French Cuisine

Featuring a series of four classes over the next four weeks, you’ll learn how to make a serious salad, work with meat and fish, and perfect your pastry. Tonight, Chef Pamela McDonald introduces you to the world of French sauces. Learn the making of world class French sauces and become a “saucier”  tonight from 6:30pm until 9:30pm.

Each class of the French Cuisine series is $85/per person (making the entire series $340). All classes are on Tuesday evenings, with the final class on November 15, 2011. To register for one or all of the classes, email kitchen@stlawrencemarket.com or call 416-860-0727.

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278. Hands-on cooking class: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!

October 5, 2011

Girls just wanna have fun…cooking delicious, healthy fare from appetizer to dessert! Join Chef Pamela McDonald at the St. Lawrence Market Kitchen for an evening of urban cooking that will be “fun, creative and above all, for the chic-at-heart!”

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!

The class gets started at 6:30pm and continues until 9:30pm; registration is $85. Email kitchen@stlawrencemarket.com or call 416-860-0727 to register.

 

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249. Hands-on Cooking Classes: Sponsored by Cruda Cafe

September 6, 2011

You’ve heard of the locavore movement, vegetarianism and the vegan lifestyle, but have you discovered “raw” food? Raw foodism or “rawism” focuses on consuming uncooked and unprocessed food. Sound intriguing? Chef Claudia Gaviria of Cruda Cafe will take this hands-on cooking class to a new level as she introduces class participants to recipes using green, organic and locally grown vegan “raw food.”

Hands-on Cooking Class

The cooking class gets underway at 6pm at the St. Lawrence Market Kitchen, and costs $65 per person. To register, call 416-860-0727, or email kitchen@stlawrencemarket.com.

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237. BuskerFest

August 25, 2011

Now in its 11th year of wacky and wonderful fun, the Scotiabank Toronto International BuskerFest starts today! Hosting hundreds of fantastic street performers from across the globe, BuskerFest fills the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood with daredevils and magicians, circus acts, contortionists, clowns, acrobats, aerialists, musicians and more!

BuskerFest

New this year is the “Magic Corner,” a stage completely dedicated to magic; the Fionn MacCool’s Beer Garden; and a celebration of Morocco in the “Sultan’s Tent” in Berczy Park. Three benefit shows in support of Epilepsy Toronto will include a performance by Montreal’s Cirque Éloize as well as two group gala shows, featuring a collection of the BuskerFest performers. Scotiabank will match each dollar donated by the audience at “The Fire Show” on August 27th at 9:30pm, which will feature the “hottest” of BuskerFest’s fire acts.

All BuskerFest performances take place in the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood; for a complete festival map and for more information about the event’s support of Epilepsy Toronto, go to the BuskerFest website.

 

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218. St. Lawrence Market Corn Roast

August 6, 2011

Nothing says “summer” quite like a corn roast! Visit the St. Lawrence Market and receive a free cob or corn, seasoned and roasted to perfection! All of the corn for the roast is grown by Market farmers, so this is a fantastic opportunity to “try before you buy!” Make sure to explore the Market and discover all the fantastic products available at this iconic Toronto attraction when you visit – you’ll find everything from baked goods, to locally-raised meats, to artisanal cheese, and of course, fantastically fresh and local fruits and veggies!

St. Lawrence Market Corn Roast

To learn more about the Corn Roast and the Market, check out the St. Lawrence Market website.

 

 

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187. Canadian Central Regional Barista Competition & Coffee Fair

July 6, 2011

Love coffee? You’re invited to attend the Canadian Central Regional Barista Competition & Coffee Expo at St. Lawrence Market! You’ll have the opportunity to sample coffee and tea from local coffee roasters, experience coffee cupping and latte art demonstrations, and watch baristas compete for the title of Central Regional Barista Champion!

Canadian Central Regional Barista Competition & Coffee Fair

Competitors will prepare and serve 4 espressos, 4 cappuccinos and 4 “signature” drinks of their own creation in a short fifteen minutes. Baristas will be judged on station cleanliness, beverage presentation, taste, technical skills and overall impression. The winner will go on to compete in the Canadian National Barista Championship in Vancouver in October; the Canadian champion will go on to represent Canada at the 2012 World Barista Championship!

This event is open to the public by suggested donation to “Coffeekids,” a registered charity which helps families in coffee-growing countries build better lives. The event starts at 10am and continues until 6pm in the North Market.

 

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186. Interactive Demonstration: Summer Grillin’ Host the Perfect Backyard BBQ

July 5, 2011

Ever dreamed of hosting the “perfect backyard BBQ,” hailed by friends and neighbours as the “event of the summer?” Now’s your chance to make that dream a reality! St. Lawrence Market has several fantastic butchers, and Chef Geraldine Cutajar will introduce you to a variety of meats that make for great grilling! You’ll be treated to a grilling demo, while a guest event coordinator will teach you the “do’s and don’ts” of hosting that perfect outdoor party, complete with entertaining and budget tips. The menu will consist of appetizers, a main item, and dessert – all right from the grill!

Summer Grillin'

Today’s Interactive Demonstration starts at 6pm, and costs $85 per person (+HST). To register. call 416-860-0727, email kitchen@stlawrencemarket.com, or reserve your spot online!

 

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169. St. Lawrence Market Strawberry Festival

June 18, 2011

Strawberries are a sure sign of summer, so head on over to the St. Lawrence Market to celebrate with the Market’s annual Strawberry Festival! Today from 10am until 1pm, you’ll have the opportunity to sample chocolate-dipped strawberries, grown by the Market’s farmers (well, the strawberries are grown by the farmers – the chocolate isn’t quite so home grown!) This annual festival is free, so revel in the taste of summer!

St. Lawrence Market Strawberry Festival

For more information go to www.stlawrencemarket.com!

 

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162. Woofstock

June 11, 2011

Here’s an event that both you and your four-legged friend will appreciate – Woofstock in St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood! Today and tomorrow, dogs of all breeds and sizes will gather with their owners to participate in this “wildly popular doggie love-in!” Toronto’s Woofstock is the largest outdoor festival for dogs in this continent – admission is free, so bring Fido along, and get ready for a day of puppy love!

Woofstock

Woofstock events include a Fashion Show, Dog Trick Contest, Ms. & Mr. Canine Canada Pageant, Best Costume Contest, K9 Rescue Me Walk-A-Thon, and the incredible Purina Pro Plan Dog Stars. You and your pup can win great prizes, meet some new friends (two-legged and four-legged), and participate in the (doggy) social event of the year! To learn more about Woofstock, go to www.woofstock.ca!

 

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135. The Sunday Antique Market

May 15, 2011

Known as Toronto’s best antique market, St. Lawrence Market’s Sunday Antique Market features over 80 dealers selling their wares from dawn until 5pm in the North Market. Purchase everything “from paintings to porcelain, cookie jars to Carnival glass, rhinestones to hooked rugs” as you peruse items from the Victorian ages right up to the 1950s. This is where antique dealers, young urbanites and designers shop, so you’re bound to come across some amazing finds!

The Sunday Antique Market

If you tire of searching high and low for your next great piece, check out the Sunday Antique Market Shoppe in the southwest corner of the North Market. An antique-collector’s dream, this shop features a variety of fantastic finds, all in one place. Featuring furniture, fine china, art deco pottery, 50s kitsch, Depression glass, vintage clothing, jewelry, linen, textiles, quilts and much more, you’re promised quality and convenience and the opportunity to come across one-of-a-kind finds.

For more information on the Sunday Antique Market, go to www.sundayantiquemarket.com.