Whether it’s an Adidas collaboration or Caribana themed menu item, Patois Toronto’s Chef Craig Wong is no stranger to integrating his menu into the city’s social and music fabric. Did you check out Toronto Star’s recent profile on Co-Owners Craig Wong and Ivy Lam? Check it out here.
In addition to weekend brunch service, Patois will now be hosting a series of Concert Brunches in tandem with Toronto’s exciting live music scene, featuring themed playlists, cocktails and dishes.
Concert attendees can kickstart their day with the themed brunch, setting the perfect mood for the upcoming concert. Exclusive Offer: Concert ticket holders also receive a complimentary mimosa or orange juice!
Reservations are recommended which can be placed directly via the Patois website, www.patoistoronto.com/book
Upcoming events:
Burna Boy Brunch: Feb 24 & 25
Olivia Rodrigo Brunch: March 30
NickiMinaj Brunch: April
Taylor Swift Brunch: November
More dates to be announced soon!
Chef Craig Wong is thrilled to introduce a choice of two exclusive specials: The One Love and Lover’s Lane. The menus offer lovers an unforgettable dining experience from February 9th to 18th. Reservations can be booked at patoistoronto.com/rezos.
The Lovers Lane: Priced at $155 for two people, the “Lovers Lane” menu begins with two cocktails, a choice of appetizers and a round of the iconic JunePlum patties. For the main, guests can choose between rich oxtail or succulent jerk chicken, each accompanied by perfectly paired sides.And what better way to end a romantic dinner than with a sweet touch? Finish off the night with a heart shaped cookie butter french toast.
The One Love: Priced at $170 for two people, the “One Love” features all of the classics from Patois with a ‘whole shebang’ for two. This menu includes a bottle of prosecco, Patois’ signature whole shebang, a heart shaped cookie butter french toast and 2 rum punch shots. The whole shebang includes a feast of Jamaican patties, trini mac pie, juicy jerk chicken, o.g. fried chicken, chinese “pineapple” bun burger, jamaican coleslaw, and rice & peas with oxtail gravy.
Dive into a brunch experience like no other at Patois, the Dundas West jewel, where Chef Craig Wong is set to redefine the weekend ritual with the launch of “Breaking Brunch”. The monthly series sees the restaurant collaborating with Toronto’s local tastemakers,blending their shared passion for food and community into a brunch that’s as memorable as it is delicious.
With each instalment, a unique tastemaker takes the reins, collaborating with Chef Craig Wong. Together, they’ll create a special menu item exclusive to that weekend and craft a signature Jamaican patty, available in limited numbers at JunePlum. Patois offers a family style brunch format where their diners can customise their brunch platters so everyone can mix and match their favourite menu items and sides to create the ultimate brunch!
The first brunch take-over on Saturday, September 23rd and Sunday, September 24th will be hosted by Will Lou and Alex Wong, Toronto-based sports broadcasters and writers best known for their #1 rated Canadian basketball podcast, The Raptors Show with Will Lou. Will and Alex often generously donate their time to local events such as CCYAA Celebrity Classic and Asian Gold Ribbon campaign and love to connect with their massive and enthusiastic fanbase. For the Will Lou and Alex Wong brunch weekend, Chef Craig Wong has created the “Toronto Cheesesteak Sandwich Stolen from Philly just like Game 7.” This featured menu item will be their take on the classic cheesesteak with thinly sliced ribeye, sauteed onions and a housemade cheese sauce on a hearty, soft roll. JunePlum will also feature the Jurassic JunePlumTM Patty (bone marrow, smoked brisket in oxtail gravy) for this brunch takeover. Both items will be available all weekend.
“Brunch is a convivial meal usually shared between friends on the weekend with a great sense of community,” says Craig Wong, executive chef and owner, Patois. “Over the years, I’ve met some amazing people at Patois who inspire me with their work and creative spirit and how it uplifts the people around them and I wanted to tap into that energy to create a fun and unpretentious dining experience that focuses on amazing food, delightful drinks, close friends, good convos and great vibes.”
Patois is now open for brunch during the following hours of operation:
● Saturday and Sundays between 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
● Reservations for brunch can be made at patoistoronto.com
Follow @patoistoronto on Instagram for future Breaking Brunch takeovers!
Toronto icons Patois and Pizzeria Libretto have joined forces this month, giving the discerning Toronto food set something to rave about. Up till the end of April, Patois and Pizzeria Libretto have made available a special limited edition Pizza, a magical creation combining authentic flavours of Jamaica together with those of Italy in a harmonious union.
The Pizza is topped with Jerk Sauce, Jerk Mortadella, Panna (Cream), Fior di Latte (Cow’s Milk Mozarella), Pineapple Reduction and Toasted Pistachios, giving those who are anti-pineapple on Pizza lots to be confused about! It is delicious and better yet, tastes even more amazing after letting the flavours mingle and settle for a short bit.
But above all this, for every one of these Pizzas sold, they will be donating one frozen pizza to Daily Bread Food Bank Toronto. Feed yourself and feed those in need of a good meal. This is available at all Pizzeria Libretto locations in Toronto – but a reminder, only till the end of April! But really do you need an excuse to visit Pizzeria LIbretto? They literally are the best Pizza in the City! And this way you can get a taste of the superb Patois too. It’s a win-win!
A reel of delusciousness!
(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)
Chef Craig Wong is somewhat of a visionary, marrying West Indian and Chinese fare together in the innovative way fans of PATOIS have come to love. Opening in 2014 on the bustling Dundas West strip, the Scarborough native has transcended borders with his fusion of flavours and we had the amazing pleasure finally of visiting. Did you know that Michelle Yeoh calls PATOIS one of her favourites in the City? She is known for ordering the Jerk Lobster every time and a special custom Spicy Margarita!
We tried their famous O.G. Fried Chicken and it slayed. Their award-winning Juicy Jerk Chicken? The perfect heat. That long-standing favourite, the Pineapple Bun Burger? We’re here for those two smash patties. Their Izakaya Shrimp Pasta, a featured menu item? It was divine. We left stuffed and there are still so many other things we want to try, namely their Fried Okra Doubles!
A highlight reel of our meal. Love this festive space painted in turquoise, cream and pink hues. Apologies in advance for any cravings induced!
@mrwillwong Thank you, Patois and Chef Craig Wong for an amazing meal! So stuffed, so sublime! #Patois #fyp #fypシ #foryoupage #CraigWong #ChefCraigWong #Thank you, Patois and Chef Craig Wong for an amazing meal! So stuffed, so sublime! #Patois #fyp #fypシ #foryoupage #CraigWong #ChefCraigWong #PatoisToronto #Toronto #TorontoEats #DundasWest #Toronto #TorontoEats #DundasWest #TheWeekenderCafe #MichelleYeoh #chinesejamaican ♬ Is This Love – Remix – Bob Marley & The Wailers
The space beside PATOIS will in the future be used for weekend Pop-Ups. The space, coined THE WEEKENDER CAFÉ is such an amazing space, supporting small local businesses and their products like Ice Cream, Coffee, Candles, Books and Cold Drinks!
PATOIS is located at 794 Dundas Street West, Toronto. More here.
(Photo/video credit: Mr. Will Wong)
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