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Deepi Harish

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Covers:  Food, tech, travel and Toronto-themed stories
Doesn't Cover: Politics and finance

Deepi Harish’s Journalist Portfolio

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Bringin' Akira Back

Bringin' Akira Back

Bold Traveller — My latest story on Akira Back at Ottawa’s Fairmont Château Laurier is featured in the Summer 2026 issue of Bold Traveller (page 43). It's in print and digital.

Turning Point

Turning Point

Foodservice and Hospitality Magazine — Victoria Rinsma, a Toronto-based chef, reflects on her journey from Canadian kitchens to the global stage after competing in the 2024 S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition in Milan. Selected as one of 15 finalists worldwide, she represented Canada with a dish inspired by her Newfoundland heritage and East Coast ingredients, blending personal storytelling with fine-dining technique.

A New Era of Dining at Sea

A New Era of Dining at Sea

Culinary Travels Magazine.com — My latest for Culinary Travels is out now, spring issue. It's on the new era of dining at sea. I spent time on MSC's new ship looking at how cruise food has changed from buffets and basic dining rooms to restaurants and menus that actually feel worth planning a trip around. Pages 15-17.

48 Hours in Halifax

48 Hours in Halifax

re:porter, Porter Airlines' inflight magazine — A 4-page spread on a 48-hour guide to Halifax, highlighting where to eat, drink, stay and explore in one of Canada’s most vibrant coastal cities.

The Art of Wellness at One of the World's Best Hotel Spas, Bürgenstock Alpine Spa

The Art of Wellness at One of the World's Best Hotel Spas, Bürgenstock Alpine Spa

NUVO Magazine — Where many spas impress only through spectacle, Bürgenstock Alpine Spa excels through a nuanced experience that is equally cinematic. Last year, I visited the spa in Switzerland and it completely makes sense why it’s considered one of the best spas in the world.

Late Night Happy Hour Deals In Toronto - The Curious Creature

Late Night Happy Hour Deals In Toronto - The Curious Creature

The Curious Creature — Looking for late night happy hour deals in Toronto? Consider this your mini guide to where to go when the night is far from over.

SMARTER KITCHENS: Technology continues to change hotel back of the house operations

SMARTER KITCHENS: Technology continues to change hotel back of the house operations

Hotelier Magazine — Tech meets taste in hotel kitchens. My latest Hotelier Magazine feature explores how innovation drives smarter, more sustainable cooking, with insights from Nobu Restaurants, Fairmont Royal York and Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa.

On location at Sandals Dunn's River for a special welcome back to Jamaica industry gathering as t...

On location at Sandals Dunn's River for a special welcome back to Jamaica industry gathering as t...

Travel Courier — Jamaica welcomed 400 travel advisors and industry partners back for its first major post-Hurricane Melissa event, showcasing the island’s rapid recovery. The ‘Back to Jamaica’ program offered an immersive look at fully operational Sandals resorts, vibrant local communities, and the resilience of the people.

ZERO-PROOF, FULL FLAVOUR: Non-alcoholic drinks are revolutionizing beverage programs

ZERO-PROOF, FULL FLAVOUR: Non-alcoholic drinks are revolutionizing beverage programs

Foodservice and Hospitality Magazine — In my latest for Foodservice and Hospitality magazine, I explore how changing consumer habits, generational shifts and thoughtful craftsmanship are pushing zero-proof offerings into the spotlight, with insight from Restaurants Canada and Liberty Entertainment Group.

Jamaica's Comeback shows Travel Advisors the Island's Resilience

Jamaica's Comeback shows Travel Advisors the Island's Resilience

Canadian Travel Press Magazine — Nearly 400 travel advisors attended Sandals Dunn’s River for the ‘Back to Jamaica’ FAM, showcasing the island’s rapid recovery after Hurricane Melissa. The four-day program highlighted fully reopened resorts, restored infrastructure, and the resilience and warmth of Jamaica’s people.

Crafting Italy's Most Iconic Cheese: The mighty Parmigiano Reggiano - Buonissimo

Crafting Italy's Most Iconic Cheese: The mighty Parmigiano Reggiano - Buonissimo

buonissimo.ca — A behind-the-scenes look at Parmigiano Reggiano, exploring its centuries-old craftsmanship, strict PDO-protected origins, and the traditional process that transforms raw milk into Italy’s iconic hard cheese.

A Swiss Chocolate Pilgrimage

A Swiss Chocolate Pilgrimage

culinarytravelsmagazine.com — I travelled across Switzerland to explore the craftsmanship and taste behind some of the country’s most iconic chocolate brands uncovering what truly sets Swiss chocolate apart. Pages 16-17

Re-Thinking Energy Efficiency

Re-Thinking Energy Efficiency

Foodservice and Hospitality Magazine — Today’s restaurants are unlocking efficiency in expected places.

Brew Masters pages 58-63

Brew Masters pages 58-63

Foodism (Toronto) — Coffee isn’t just a pick-me-up, it’s a creative force. For Foodism Toronto's 10th anniversary issue, I explored how Toronto’s baristas and bartenders are reshaping coffee culture through cocktails, craft and collaboration. My six pages feature starts on page 58:)

With the recognition comes more scrutiny: What it really means to earn a spot in the Michelin Guide

With the recognition comes more scrutiny: What it really means to earn a spot in the Michelin Guide

Toronto Life — I spoke with five of this year’s winners to see how they’re feeling.

POP, SIP, SAVOUR: Hotels turn pop up events into lasting impressions

POP, SIP, SAVOUR: Hotels turn pop up events into lasting impressions

Hotelier Magazine — Pop-up events are evolving into strategic tools in the hospitality world, enabling hotels to deliver immersive, limited-time collaborations and themed experiences that spark buzz and build brand affinity. Pages 35-37

Twelve Toronto restaurants cooking up special TIFF-inspired menus

Twelve Toronto restaurants cooking up special TIFF-inspired menus

Toronto Life — Twelve Toronto restaurants are unveiling special themed menus timed with the TIFF's golden-jubilee.

Raising the Bar: Canadian hotels are redefining the guest experience through beverage innovation

Raising the Bar: Canadian hotels are redefining the guest experience through beverage innovation

Hotelier Magazine — Canadian hotels are redefining the guest experience through beverage innovation, moving beyond basic drinks to immersive programs featuring local, sustainable ingredients, custom cocktail classes and storytelling-led offerings. Pages 42-44

The Great Outdoors

The Great Outdoors

Foodservice and Hospitality Magazine — Explores how al fresco dining has evolved from a seasonal perk to a defining feature of modern hospitality, with restaurants treating outdoor spaces as true extensions of their brand. Highlights the growing focus on ambiance, sustainability and seasonality in creating memorable dining experiences. Pages 34–36

The US tariffs are coming for your espresso martini

The US tariffs are coming for your espresso martini

Toronto Life — With Kahlúa no longer available at the LCBO, Toronto bartenders are getting creative.

Ten under-the-radar restaurants worth visiting during Winterlicious

Ten under-the-radar restaurants worth visiting during Winterlicious

Toronto Life — Spotlights lesser-known Toronto restaurants offering creative, standout dishes during Winterlicious 2025, showcasing experiences that go beyond the city’s mainstream dining scene.

2025 Travel Trends To Watch For - The Curious Creature

2025 Travel Trends To Watch For - The Curious Creature

The Curious Creature — Here are the top travel trends we think will reshape the travel industry in 2025 - from slow travel to the demand for tailored experiences.

Top 10 Sustainable Restaurants to Explore for Summerlicious 2024

Top 10 Sustainable Restaurants to Explore for Summerlicious 2024

Destination Toronto — Discover the top 10 sustainable restaurants participating in Summerlicious 2024. Enjoy eco-friendly dining and support sustainable practices this summer.

Here are 5 of Toronto's most buzzworthy restaurants right now

Here are 5 of Toronto's most buzzworthy restaurants right now

EatNorth — Buzzworthy Toronto restaurants to check out for a bite and a drink
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