Bringing Heat to the North
(Posted in The Canadian Newcomer magazine) By Sergio Granillo Every culture can be identified by their cooking, some have been so powerful that transcend time and geographical barriers, becoming a sort of universal heritage. Among the newest tastes added to the world menus are burritos, nachos and tortillas; born in the aboriginal Mexican kitchens more than 500 hundreds years ago. Canada has probably the most complete international cuisine, due to the presence of immigrants from all around the world. The most popular ‘flavors’ in Toronto are Chinese, Greek, Indian, Italian, Thai and Portuguese. Huge difference with the United States, here you can find truly original ethnical cuisine, not only fast food. Hundreds of small restaurants are located in the numerous neighborhoods of Toronto, offering the real taste of their cuisines. No more than 20 years ago, the Spanish word ‘burrito’ (meaning literally ‘little donkey’), meant nothing in North America, now is part of their meals; and more ...