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    Chef Sous Chef in the Press

    In the Press

    From publications to cookbook press, television appearances to live cooking demos, and podcasts to sponsored articles, here are our favorite media mentions related to Chef Sous Chef.

    Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai in the kitchen reading a recipe book.

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    Homemade Big Macs: You can skip the drive-thru.

    November, 2023

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    The Couple That Cooked Their Way to a Cookbook Deal

    March, 2022

    Corus Entertainment Logo

    so.da Welcomes Over 20 New Canadian Creators to its Dynamic Roster of Lifestyle Experts, Launches New Slate of Digital Originals

    March, 2021

    Toronto Life Logo

    Food personalities Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai of Chef Sous Chef share their favourite summer patios in the city (sponsored)

    August, 2022

    Foodism Toronto Logo

    Christmas traditions from Toronto's top chefs

    December, 2021

    Toronto Star Logo

    Chef Sous Chef’s new cookbook is a love story

    March, 2021

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    Television Appearances: 

    Global News The Morning Show: Canadian husband and wife bloggers launch cookbook Eat With Us. (July 9, 2021)

    CTV Your Morning: Fig and Ricotta Salad from the Eat With Us cookbook with Ben Mulroney. (April 6, 2021)

    Breakfast Television: Daily Bread Thanksgiving food drive with Stella Acquisto. (October 5, 2018)

    Cookbook Press: 

    Foodism Magazine: 15 of the Best Cookbooks for Any Occasion. (April 20, 2022)

    City Life Magazine: Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai: The couple that cooked their way to a book deal. (March 15, 2022)

    Food Network Canada: Eat Leftovers for Days With This West Indian Egg Curry and Roti. (February 10, 2022)

    Daily Hive Dished: Best Canadian Cookbooks to Gift this Holiday Season. (November 12, 2021)

    Zoomer Magazine PRINT: Omelette Anyone? This spring’s crop of food books will inspire you to crack an egg and then some. (April 15, 2021)

    Everyday Beautiful: 20 Minute Carbonara Recipe. (April 12, 2019)

    Foodism Best Cookbooks Chef Sous Chef Eat with Us
    Empire Live Beautifully Chef Sous Chef Article

    Eat North: Greek Salad Hummus from the Eat With Us Cookbook. (April 10, 2021)

    Eat North: Hot Maple Crackling Chicken Recipe from the Eat With Us Cookbook. (April 7, 2021)

    Eat North: Roasted Beet, Fennel and Citrus Salad from the Eat With Us Cookbook. (April 2, 2021)

    The Kit: West Indian Egg Curry Recipe (April 1, 2021)

    CTV: Fig Panzanella with Ricotta and Basil Recipe. (April 2021)

    Everyday Beautiful Magazine: Chef Sous Chef’s Sunday Best Lasagna Recipe. (April 2021)

    Hello Canada PRINT 4-page spread: Fall in love with dinner again. In an era of quick meals and fast food, these recipes will inspire you to slow down and enjoy your time in the kitchen. (March 31, 2021)

    Toronto Star: A Simple Strawberry Skillet Cake Recipe. (March 12, 2021)

    Style at Home PRINT: Take it slow: Recipes from Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai are all about sharing food in mindful, enjoyable ways. (February 2021)

    The Globe and Mail: Match: A Recipe for a Perfect Pairing. (February 25, 2021)

    Toronto Star PRINT: Can’t Miss Cookbooks that Will Help You Revive Your Recipes. (February4, 2021)

    Hello! Canada Magazine Article Chef Sous Chef
    Style at Home Magazine Feature Chef Sous Chef

    Publications: 

    Bob Vila: 22 Unique Gift Wrapping Ideas for the Holidays. (October 28, 2022)

    Toronto Life Sponsored: Food personalities Philip Lago and Mystique. Mattai of Chef Sous Chef share their favourite summer patios in the city. (August 23,2022)

    Media in Canada: Corus Helps Give a Glimpse into Ontario’s Dairy Farms. (August 10, 2022)

    Toronto Life: 4 Canadian Creatives on What They’re Looking Forward to Most this Holiday Season. (December 2021)

    Joyous Health: Mindful Cooking and Eating with Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai. (December 2021)

    Foodism: Christmas traditions from Toronto's top chefs and bartenders. (December 2, 2021)

    NewsWire: so.da Welcomes Over 20 New Canadian Creators to its Dynamic Roster of Lifestyle Experts, Launches New Slate of Digital Originals. (March 23, 2021)

    American Express Essentials: Salad Secrets: Food Bloggers Share Their Tastiest Salad Recipes. (May 29, 2020)

    Trend Hunter: Parmigiana Pork Burgers. (January 21, 2020)

    Media in Canada: Italian Trade Agency Pairs with Globe on Custom Mag. (November 19, 2018)

    Media in Canada Article Chef Sous Chef
    Buon Appetito Magazine Feature Chef Sous Chef

    The Globe and Mail: Buon Appetito — Celebrate the Season with Festive Recipes and Authentic Italian Ingredients. (November 2018) 

    Indigo Inspired Blog: Chef Sous Chef’s Baked Blueberry French Toast Cake. (June 2017)

    BuzzFeed: 15 Galentine’s Day Recipes For You And Your BFF To Try On February 13. (February 5, 2018)

    Janet Kwon: Farmers’ Market Picnic in the City. (July 18, 2017)

    We Want to Know Blog: #WeWantToKnow: Philip & Mystique of Chef Sous Chef. (June 27, 2017)

    Best Health Magazine: How to Take Great Instagram Photos. (March 23, 2017)

    Food Bloggers of Canada: FBC Featured Member: Chef Sous Chef. (2017)

    Recipe Features:

    Elle Gourmet: Homemade Big Macs. You Can Skip the Drive-Thru. (November, 2023)

    Taste of Home: Ramp Recipe Roundup. (April, 2023) 

    Reader’s Digest: 10 Ways to Prepare Autumn Greens. (October 15, 2018)

    Nuvo Magazine: Chocolate Fondu Two Ways. (January 31, 2018)

    Elle Gourmet Homemade Big Macs Chef Sous Chef
    NUVO website screenshot - Chef Sous Chef

    Best Health Magazine: Double Chocolate Donuts with Strawberry Chocolate Glaze. (July 24, 2017)

    Elxr Juice Lab: House Cider Hot Today Recipe. (December 15, 2016)

    Elxr Juice Lab: Maple Coconut Cream Cake with Himalayan Pink Salt. (December 15, 2016)

    Live Appearances and Demos: 

    The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair: Live cooking demo. (November 2019 and 2023)

    WeddingBells.ca: "I Do" pop-up and cooking demos. (June 23, 2019)

    Le Creuset Canada: In-store Sherway Gardens live cooking demos. (February - November, 2019)

    Empire Communities: Empire Phoenix gets cooking for the gram with Chef Sous Chef. (July 25, 2018)

    Live Radio and Podcasts: 

    Joyous Health Podcast: Mindful Cooking and Eating With Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai. (December 7, 2021)

    CJAD 800 Montreal Eats (Radio): Eat With Us Cookbook. (April 10, 2021)

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    Summer Recipes

    • corn chowder with sausage in a bowl with a spoon with corn husks and pot of soup around it.
      Corn Chowder with Sausage
    • brownie waffle ice cream sandwich with chocolate ice cream on a plate.
      Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich
    • sweet coleslaw in a bowl with ingredients around it.
      Sweet Coleslaw with Maple Syrup
    • lemon créme brûlée topped with blueberries and blackberries cracked open with a spoon.
      Lemon Crème Brûlée
    • A slice of Neapolitan-style big mac pizza with wood fired crust on a white plate topped with lettuce, pickles, onions and big mac sauce.
      Big Mac Pizza
    • Italian sausage sandwich with roasted peppers and onions, drizzled with basil aioli.
      Italian Sausage Sandwich with Peppers
    Summer Recipes

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    Popular Recipes

    • 4 slices of heirloom tomatoes, grape tomatoes, small leaves, and spoonful of burrata cheese on a grey plate with antique serving spoon.
      Burrata Caprese Salad
    • Gnocchi in lemon cream sauce in a white pasta bowl on a marble table topped with basil and lemon.
      One-Pot Gnocchi with Creamy Lemon Sauce and Basil
    • Grilled BBQ Jerk Chicken Sandwich on a sesame seed bun with grilled pineapple and coleslaw
      Grilled Jerk Chicken Sandwiches with Grilled Pineapple
    • a bowl of butternut squash gnocchi topped with black pepper.
      Butternut Squash Gnocchi
    • Two sausage, egg and cheese breakfast sandwich on an english muffin stacked on top of each other with yolk running down.
      Egg and Sausage Breakfast Sandwich
    • dairy free butter chicken in a shallow silver bowl with cilantro and served with naan.
      Dairy Free Butter Chicken with Coconut Milk
    Popular Recipes

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