This event includes a self-guided tour of the special exhibit "Cooking Up History: Celebrating 30 years of The Culinary Historians of Canada" and features two talks by librarian Melissa McAfee and food historian, Dr. Rebecca Beausaert. First, a presentation from special collections librarian Melissa McAfee discussing the University's historic cookbook collection and providing tips on...

Ozoz Sokoh is a food writer and educator at Centennial College in Toronto. Her new cookbook Chop Chop - Cooking the Food of Nigeria celebrates the flavours and ingredients of classic and traditional Nigerian cuisine. In Nigeria, the word “chop” is all about food and feasting and “chop chop” is a nickname given to someone...

St. Lawrence is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Toronto. Anchored by the St. Lawrence Market, this neighbourhood is presently home to shops, restaurants, theatres, offices, and a residential community. Learn about its beginnings as a settlement, to its industrial past, and its revitalization to the present period. Hear the stories of past food companies and...

Shane Chartrand is a celebrated Canadian chef at the forefront of indigenous cuisine in North America.  His culinary and personal journey began in Central Alberta where his family taught him the values of fishing, hunting and the outdoors. He has received numerous accolades including an honorary degree and the Alumni Award of Excellence from the Northern Alberta...

Milk Stories: Remembering the Dairies of Oshawa Do you remember the days of horse-drawn milk deliveries? When the milkman would quietly leave fresh milk and dairy products on your door step while you slept? Between 1907 and 1970, Oshawa was home to numerous dairies that made this tradition possible. Join us by the shores of...