Newcomer Kitchen in the News
Newcomer Kitchen has been the beneficiary of a remarkable amount of local, national & international attention. Here are the features, television, internet, newspaper & magazine coverage ordered by date of publishing.
July 7, 2026: Toronto FWC 26
Newcomer Kitchen, a not-for-profit social enterprise in Toronto, is showcasing officially licensed FIFA World Cup 2026™ limited-edition cooling towels that celebrate the city’s diverse culture. These unique products are highlighted on the official Toronto FIFA website, emphasizing their connection to local themes such as The World in a City and We Are United. By purchasing these items, residents can support newcomer women entrepreneurs while joining in the excitement of the tournament.
May 2, 2024: Global News Visits the Kitchen
Susan Hay the long time Global Newscaster chooses to come to Newcomer Kitchen and highlight our work as part of her 25th Anniversary Series. The women in our XP Food Business Incubator are experimenting with their dessert recipes to include in catering party platters.
January 12th, 2024: New Canadian Media Interviews Participants
New Canadian Media visited Newcomer Kitchen to highlight how their 14-week program helps immigrant and refugee women launch professional food businesses through a "learn-as-you-earn" model. The article showcases the program's success in providing participants with the culinary training and financial independence needed to thrive in Canada.
August 15, 2024: New Canadian Media Interviews Participants
Radio-Canada reflects on the 2016 origin of Newcomer Kitchen, which began when The Depanneur invited Syrian refugees to use its kitchen to cook traditional meals for their families. The article highlights how this simple gesture of "culinary hospitality" quickly evolved from a grassroots social project into a successful entrepreneurship model for newcomer women.
June 21, 2018: Newcomer Kitchen signals an open armed "welcome home"
The Toronto Star highlights Newcomer Kitchen as a community hub where Syrian women share their culinary traditions, transforming from newcomers into entrepreneurs at The Depanneur. The project provides a sense of belonging and financial independence for displaced families, fostering a "welcome home" atmosphere in Toronto.
November 11, 2016
Huffington Post's article: Newcomer Kitchen Cooks Up Business Venture For Syrian Refugee Women
July 22, 2016
Toronto Sun: Syrian refugee women cook up fun and profit in Newcomer Kitchen project
July 13, 2016
CTV News: Syrian refugee women cook up fun and profit in Newcomer Kitchen project