From Guac to Walk: Why some Toronto chefs are turning their backs on the avocado | TasteToronto

From Guac to Walk: Why some Toronto chefs are turning their backs on the avocado

In this industry, we should be confident enough to take chances. If we can make guacamole with avocado, we can do it with other products.

The earliest known recipe for avocado on toast, posted in an issue of the Daily Alta California newspaper in 1885.

Chef Camarena prepares his guacamole alternative in his Toronto home.

Chef Eric McDonald's (Sakai Bar) edamame-based "mockamole".

I think it’s a trend that went too far.