An “open mic night” for culinary talent
Every Thursday guest cooks, amateur or professional, make their favourite food.
Drop-In Dinners are prepared by a ever-changing lineup of guest cooks, with a unique menu every week. With main courses priced around $10-$14, Drop-In Dinners start at 6pm, and are served first-come, first-served until we sell out, or until around 9pm. No reservations are needed (or taken) – just “drop in”. Seating is at one of the two big tables or at the window counters. Dinners can also be ordered to-go, and you’re welcome to bring your own containers if you like.
Wherever possible, we provide vegetarian, vegan and/or gluten-free options. Check event listings for menu details.
The Dep is not licensed and these events are not BYOB.
NOTE: Drop-In Dinners occasionally sell out before 9pm
We’re always looking for enterprising foodies who’d like to cook for a crowd and make a bit of extra cash. If you’d like to do a Drop-In Dinner at The Depanneur, click here to learn more.
DROP-IN DINNER: Tibetan Momos by Tsewang Chodon
/0 Comments/in Drop-In Dinner /by Corry OueletteIt’s hardly surprising the Tibet’s cold, windy plateau has evolved a hearty, warming cuisine perfect for winter weather. Join Tsewang Chodon of TC’s Tibetan Momo, for a taste of traditional Tibetan fare, all made with local, organic ingredients sourced directly from the Ontario farmers they work alongside at several of Toronto’s farmers’ markets. Tibetan Lentil […]
DROP-IN DINNER: Pelmeni — Russian Dumplings by Roman Kliotzkin
/0 Comments/in Drop-In Dinner /by lensenaterPelmeni are the Russian answer to perogies, vareniki, manti, wontons, and the myriad stuffed fresh pasta dumplings of the world. Filled with meat, vegetables, and spices and served with butter, sour cream or broth, they are a staple of the Russian dinner table. Join Dep alumni Roman Kliotzkin for this fab dinner of Russian comfort food. […]
DROP-IN DINNER: Toast’s Up! by Toast + Thyme
/0 Comments/in Drop-In Dinner /by lensenaterToast + Thyme started as a passion project and a fun creative outlet for Jackie and Jaina, who cooked together in a downtown Toronto restaurant. On a recipe test day, they would walk through Kensington Market and Chinatown, on the lookout for great local produce and fresh artisanal bread. Inspired, they eventually taught themselves to […]