IN THIS ISSUE JUDE TURNS 55 | START ME UP | CALL IT CARIBANA | MARVIN GAYE COVER VERSION | THE SANDWICH STORY | GET GLOBAL/EAT LOCAL MUST SEE TV | THE TEST KITCHEN | WINE OF THE MONTH | AND MORE
AUGUST 2023 | VOL.2
EATS & BEATS MONTHLY WHERE FOOD & MUSIC CULTURE COLLIDE
FEATURE STORY
THE TALE OF TWO PAIS
We chat with Chef Nuit & Jeff Regular about their culinary & life journey from Thailand to Toronto. Read more on page 4
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EATS & BEATS MONTHLY AUGUST 2023 | VOL.2
CONTENTS The right music and food can make any moment magical
44 THE TEST KITCHEN Welcome to the East & Beats test kitchen with Chef Emily Zhuang. In this issue, she uses the Thai yellow curry spice mix from our friends at The Spice Trader. See the delicious dish she made & get the recipe.
49 HAPPY BIRTHDAY JUDE! Hard to believe that ‘Hey Jude’ turns 55 this month. We take a deeper dive into one of the most beloved Beatles songs.
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R EGULA R F F E UIT & J N F E H C
In this new feature, we look at some interesting copycat recipes of restaurant classics. Have you tried the latest viral TikTok sensation, the Big Mac smash taco?
57 MUST SEE TV ‘Love to Love You, Donna Summer’ is a documentary film that explores the life & career of the legendary disco singer Donna Summer.
71 GET GLOBAL / EAT LOCAL
This is another new feature where we showcase local Canadian restaurants that offer delicious international cuisine. In this issue, we look at the Trinidadian restaurant TNT Tabanca in London, Ont.
80 IN THE AIR FRYER TONIGHT
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WINE OF THE MONTH
CALL IT CARIBANA
HANDHELD, DELIVERED, I’M YOURS
In the August issue, we pour a glass of Maison NO 9, a grenache-based rosé from Hip hop superstar Post Malone.
As the Toronto Caribbean Carnival heads into its 56th year, we take a look at the history of what some still call ‘Caribana.’
August is National Sandwich Month, so we share the story of the sandwich & some of the most fave sammies from around the globe.
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87 RECOMMENDED READS
This month, we feature the James Beard award winning book ‘Mister Jiu's in Chinatown‘ by Brandon Jew and Tienlon Ho.
START ME UP!
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Ever wonder how people start their day off in different parts of the world? We discover the breakfast dishes that locals eat to get their day going.
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AUGUST 2023 | ISSUE 02
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Following the Thai food thread in the August issue, we share a simple & delicious Pad Thai chicken egg rolls recipe from our air fryer Chef Laurie Fleming.
AUGUST 2023
EATS & BEATS MONTHLY From Thailand to Trinidad and beyond… The beginnings of my culinary journey. This issue is very special to me, not only because of our cover story and the truly fantastic culinary love story of Chef Nuit and Jeff Regular about their journey together from Thailand to Toronto, as well as, a look at the history of Caribana (will always be Caribana to me) and more great articles and recipes and local love for Thai and Caribbean food, but also because these were two of my first and favourite cuisine discoveries. Growing up in Scarborough in the 70s wasn’t exactly the most exciting times for food. Don’t get me wrong, I loved my mom and dad’s cooking but the most international food discoveries for me were going to a hut to get pizza and Kentucky for fried chicken. There was also of course what was probably the most international food of my youth, Canadian Chinese cuisine with those beloved breaded chicken balls, jumbo breaded shrimp and that glowing sweet & sour sauce. It wasn’t until my late teens when my sister took me to a small Malaysian restaurant on Bayview Avenue and took me on my first real culinary journey. When I walked into the restaurant…the aroma, the decor and the music (which has always been important to me) truly transported me thousands of kilometers away. This was where I had my first big bowl of Pad Thai! Flavours I had never tasted before and in such a wonderful little restaurant, my life would never be the same. One of my next food discoveries was Roti and Pholourie from a little restaurant at McCowan & Eglinton called Roland’s which would be the place to get my Roti fix in the years that followed. Following that, many new food discoveries would follow and still continue today. Nothing brings me more joy than discovering a new dish or cuisine that has eluded me all these years. The one thing I love about Toronto today, is the cultural diversity of the city and the ability to explore exciting new global cuisines and cultures in our own backyard.
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START ME UP Breakfast in Thailand Khao Tom: A Delightful Thai Breakfast Dish When it comes to Thai cuisine, the flavors and aromas of their dishes never fail to tantalize the taste buds. Among the many delectable culinary creations, Khao Tom stands out as a popular and beloved Thai breakfast dish. This warm and comforting rice soup has been a breakfast staple in Thailand for generations, offering a satisfying and nourishing start to the day. Let's dive into the origins, preparation, and flavors of this delightful Thai breakfast dish. Origins and Cultural Significance: Khao Tom, which translates to "boiled rice," has its roots in Chinese cuisine. It was introduced to Thailand by Chinese immigrants and has since become an integral part of Thai food culture. Traditionally, Khao Tom was consumed not only for breakfast but also as a light meal throughout the day. It holds a special place in Thai households, where it is often prepared with love and care, passed down through generations.