Food has always occupied a central and delicious part of Jewish culture. In some respects, it has served as the glue or schmaltz, that binds families and communities together. It often leads to controversial debates such as which establishments boast the best bagels, smoked meat, latkes, and matzo ball soup. It has also been a common practice to deride Toronto’s Jewish culinary offerings compared to other major North American cities like Montreal, New York, and Chicago. Beth Tzedec’s Reuben & Helene Dennis Museum Committee developed this exhibit to address misconceptions by recounting the extensive, extraordinary, and compelling story of Jewish Toronto’s restaurants.