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Harry McMurtry

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Spotlight: Phillip Walters

Spotlight: Phillip Walters

Chef Phillip Walters joins the line-up of celebrated chefs this year. He is the founder and executive chef at Walt Hospitality Group.

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Celebrating Donna Dooher

Celebrating Donna Dooher

Iconic Mildred’s Temple Kitchen in Liberty Village is known for locally sourced, seasonal ingredients—simply and sumptuously prepared.

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Welcome back, Kata

Welcome back, Kata

Kata’s contributions to brunch delivery during the pandemic were a hit. Meet her in person on November 12 at the Brick Works.

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2023 Event News

2023 Event News

It’s time to raise awareness and funds for groundbreaking research into the cause and cure for Parkinson’s Disease.

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Brunch is Back

Brunch is Back

Porridge for Parkinson’s is thrilled to announce that our fundraising brunch is back—and it’s shaping up to be the biggest yet!

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Fund a Fellow

Fund a Fellow

Dr. Lang: “[fellows are] the future of our field, they’re the future of the care we provide, and they’re the future of the research.”

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Chef Spotlight: Chef John Horne

Chef Spotlight: Chef John Horne

Chef John Horne, District Executive Chef, at Oliver & Bonacini. In his role at O&B, John oversees the culinary direction of the company’s portfolio, including Canoe, Biff’s Bistro, and Auberge du Pommier.

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In conversation: Dr. Philip Hébert

In conversation: Dr. Philip Hébert

Dr. Philip Hébert is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto. He had an active practice in Family Medicine until his retirement from clinical medicine in 2010.

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John Szpik and Marylou Caden

John Szpik and Marylou Caden

John and Marylou saw this year’s brunch-at-home format as a great alternative to the live event. Marylou placed an order for delivery on November 21st, which coincidentally was their wedding anniversary.

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Restaurant Profile: Parallel Bros

Restaurant Profile: Parallel Bros

This month marks the fourth anniversary of Parallel, a popular middle-eastern restaurant in the Junction neighbourhood that showcases sesame butter or tahini in its many delicious forms.

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P4P2021: Brunch delivered

P4P2021: Brunch delivered

Proceeds from ticket sales, sponsorships and donations support the Parkinson’s Research Excellence Fund at the Edmond J. Safra Program at Krembil Brain Institute, Toronto Western Hospital, UHN.

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