For over 35 years, Mildred’s Temple Kitchen has been a cornerstone of Toronto’s dining scene, beloved for its warm atmosphere, culinary creativity, and, of course, unforgettable brunch. Located in Liberty Village, the restaurant is a destination for food lovers craving elevated comfort and genuine hospitality.

At the heart of it all is a guiding philosophy: “We’re happy people, making people happy.”

Meet the founder: Donna Dooher

This joyful approach comes straight from Donna Dooher, Mildred’s founder and executive chef. A culinary icon with over three decades of experience, Donna has helped shape Canada’s food culture through her restaurants, cookbooks, and mentorship.

She launched the original Mildred Pierce Restaurant in 1989 and later opened Mildred’s Temple Kitchen – bringing her love of seasonal, locally sourced food to a vibrant new space. A celebrated cookbook author (Out to Brunch, Market to Table) and former magazine food editor, Donna continues to inspire with every dish served.

Bringing brunch home: Mildred’s Pantry

For those who crave Mildred’s signature flavours at home, the team created Mildred’s Pantry – a curated line of best-loved items for easy, at-home indulgence.

Fan favourites include:

• Buttermilk Pancake Mix – Make the iconic brunch staple in your own kitchen
• Wild Blueberry Compote – A perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, or yogurt
• Currant Scones & Buttermilk Biscuits – Bake-at-home comfort
• Wally’s Cheesy Tart – A savoury classic, great for brunch or lunch

Every product reflects the same quality, care, and heart that made Mildred’s a household name.

Visit or order today

Dine in at 85 Hanna Avenue, Toronto, or bring the Mildred’s experience home by ordering from mildreds.ca. With nationwide shipping and local pickup, brunch is never far away.
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