#FOOD: LOUIS XIII, BLACK+BLUE, CASA RUBIA AND MINERAL HOLIDAY 2026 OFFERINGS

The clocks have fallen back and there is a chill in the air and the holidays are right around the corner. People are getting in the festive spirit and looking for the perfect dining experience to suit all palates and budgets.

Here are some options to consider:

LUXE: LOUIS XIII Winter Terrace Pop-up at the Hazelton Hotel, One Restaurant
This winter, LOUIS XIII Cognac will have an extraordinary Winter Pop-Up Terrace at The Hazelton Hotel Toronto — an elegant outdoor celebration of craftsmanship, luxury, and taste. The bespoke LOUIS XIII Winter Terrace Pop-Up, open to the public this winter, complete with personalized decanter engravings and seasonal gift offerings.

Guests will be able to experience the LOUIS XIII Tasting Menu created by Chef de cuisine Christopher Kwok and head pastry chef Rafaela Hypolito. The chef curated canapé menu will feature duck tartare and cheese-heavy bites, all designed to be paired alongside the world’s most coveted cognac or a refreshing Rémy Ginger, a mix of Rémy Martin VSOP, ginger ale and Angostura bitters.

Date: November 18 – December 30

Location: The Winter Terrace at ONE Restaurant, The Hazelton Hotel (118 Yorkville Ave)

STOCKING STUFFER: Black + Blue Steakhouse Buy-Up Promotion

Looking for a holiday gift that’s a little more memorable than what’s under the tree? Black+Blue’s highly anticipated Buy-Up promotion is returning this holiday season, offering guests the opportunity to gift a memorable steakhouse experience at one of Toronto’s premier dining destinations at a fraction of the total value of the menu.

Launching on Black Friday, November 27, the promotion will give VIP email subscribers first access to the announcement, with details to follow publicly around Cyber Monday. Think of it as the perfect stocking stuffer for the steak lover, foodie or anyone who appreciates a great night out.

The Buy-Up experience will be redeemable on Sundays and Mondays beginning January 10 for 10 weeks, making it a delicious reason to plan a winter night out. Menu and pricing details will be announced closer to launch.

Guests can sign up for the Black+Blue VIP email list to be among the first to know when the promotion goes live.

SHINY + NEW: Casa Rubia is Toronto’s Newest Hotspot for Foodies

It’s always fun to impress your friends and family by introducing them to a new hotspot that everyone is talking about. Casa Rubia is helmed by two Michelin-recognized chefs Zach Smith and Grant van Gameren along with longtime restaurateur Hailey Burke, the trio behind the ever popular Bar Raval.

Where Raval is all standing-bar energy and pintxos, Casa Rubia is the sit-down evolution: it features a Future Studios-designed dining room, large-format wood-fire cooked Rubia Gallega beef, whole roasted turbot, and a martini built with Manzanilla sherry and Atlantic sea salt. The name is a direct nod to both Galician cattle and Atlantic folklore. During the holidays, Casa Rubia is happy to host small to mid-sized groups with an a la carte menu for groups under 8 guests and a set menu for groups of 8 or more.

INTERNATIONAL FLAVOURS: Mineral offers special holiday tasting menu

Mineral is an underrated gem that offers Filipino flavours on their contemporary tasting menu. Starting in December, Mineral will have a special 9-course holiday tasting menu featuring Duck “Hamanado,” duck breast done in the style of Filipino Ham and for dessert, the Squash Bibingka, Chef Danny Cancino’s take on a traditional Filipino cake served during the holidays with a pumpkin and pandan ice cream. One of the cocktail pairings for the holidays will be a Pandan Amaro cocktail that looks and tastes super festive.

A more extensive 12-course tasting menu will be available closer to the holidays and New Year’s Eve, running from December 23-31.

9-Course Tasting menu $109
12-Course Tasting menu $130
Cocktail pairings $65