northernsoul
Editor's Note
Growing up, food was always at the heart of my life — my father was a butcher, and my mother a restaurateur. For years, I didn't realize how much the culinary world had shaped my sense of connection to my roots. It wasn't until I began travelling that I fully understood the power food has to tell the story of a place.
In this issue, we celebrate food as an expression of local identity, shaped by generations of tradition and the land itself. Sharing a meal can evoke deep connections, binding travellers to a destination and sparking conversations about culture and environment. We invite you to savour these stories and start planning your next culinary adventure.
Bon appétit!
Izabela Jaroszynski
Managing Editor, Northern Soul Magazine
Cover: The Original Feast
Feast Café Bistro is more than a restaurant, it is a place of healing through food and community. Chef Christa Bruneau-Guenther shares her story of how food helped her rediscovering her Indigenous roots.
Feature: Echoes of the Ancestors
Discover Thaidene Nëné, the Land of the Ancestors, a sacred place guarded by the Łutsël K'é Dene First Nation who make their home on the storied East Arm of Great Slave Lake.
Itinerary: Savour the Maritimes
Set off on a culinary journey through Canada's East Coast, guided by the flavours of the land and sea. Over 8 days, explore experience the diverse food scene that defines Nova Scotia and PEI.
In This Issue
Gather On the Cape
From foraging walks to tea-making workshops, a zero-waste culinary space is opening its doors just an hour from St. John's on Newfoundland's Avalon Peninsula. Chef Alex Shaw is showcasing culture and nature through food.
Taste of Canada
Is there a better way to explore a destination than through food? We can't think of one! Gabrielle Mueller of the Tourism Culinary Alliance shares her seasonal favourite culinary spots in Canada.
The Farm-to-Flight Revolution
Canadian airports are increasingly prioritizing local vendors and community partnerships, offering travellers an authentic culinary experience. Is it possible for an airport to be a true taste of place?
North of 64
A tiny log house on a quiet street in a small northern town is home to one of the country's top restaurants. But the owner's aim isn't just to feed her clients good food — she's revolutionizing the town's food systems.
Urban Harvest
Black Creek Community Farm is an 8-acre urban farm located in the middle of one of Toronto's most densely populated neighbourhoods. Chef Bashir Munye shares the farm's vision and purpose of serving its community.
A Chef's 24 Hours in Ottawa
Having grown up in Kanata, a suburb of Ottawa, chef Imrun Texeira knows how to find the best eats in the city. He returns to his hometown to showcase his favourite stops on a full day in the nation's capital.
The Fall Collection
When we travel, food is always part of the experience. In our Fall 2024 collection, we showcase one-of-a-kind culinary experiences that can only be found in Canada. These stories explore how food serves as a connection to the rich landscapes, cultures, and communities that make this country unique.
Masthead
Managing Editor: Izabela Jaroszynski
Contributors:
- Aurélie Gilles
- Andréanne Joly
- Adam Martin-Robbins
- Gabrielle Mueller
- Imrun Texeira
Cover image: Christa Bruneau-Guenther of Feast Cafe Bistro in her Winnipeg garden. Photo by Feast Cafe Bistro.
Previous Issue: Volume 4 - Summer 2024
This magazine supports our community initiatives, including the Landsby Smart Forest Trust in New Brunswick.
Tag us on social with #mynorthernsoul to be featured
Email your feedback about this issue to northernsoul@landsby.ca or write to us at:
Northern Soul by Landsby
142 Westmount Avenue
Second Floor
Toronto, Ontario
M6H 3K6, Canada
Northern Soul is the voice of our award-winning team at Landsby.
We inspire and empower travellers to explore Canada responsibly by curating thoughtful itineraries and sharing compelling stories, fostering deeper connections with the country's culture, land and communities.
Do you have an interesting story to tell? Please submit your pitch to izabela@landsby.ca
Masthead
Managing Editor: Izabela Jaroszynski
Contributors:
- Aurélie Gilles
- Andréanne Joly
- Adam Martin-Robbins
- Gabrielle Mueller
- Imrun Texeira
Cover image: Christa Bruneau-Guenther of Feast Cafe Bistro in her Winnipeg garden. Photo by Feast Cafe Bistro.
Previous Issue: Volume 4 - Summer 2024
This magazine supports our community initiatives, including the Landsby Smart Forest Trust in New Brunswick.
Email your feedback about this issue to northernsoul@landsby.ca or write to us at:
Northern Soul by Landsby
142 Westmount Avenue
Second Floor
Toronto, Ontario
M6H 3K6, Canada
Northern Soul is the voice of our award-winning team at Landsby.
We inspire and empower travellers to explore Canada responsibly by curating thoughtful itineraries and sharing compelling stories, fostering deeper connections with the country's culture, land and communities.
Do you have an interesting story to tell? Please submit your pitch to izabela@landsby.ca
Tag us on social with #mynorthernsoul to be featured.