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snacks or other foods you eat, that others find " gross"
It is a street vendor food in Vietnam for sure.
Windsor Arms High Tea review - great tea, lovely food but seriously lacking in quality of service”
I also had a poor food experience during my visit this past winter. Sandwiches were bland, had that weird taste of pre-made sandwiches that have been sitting in the fridge for too long, and the bread was soggy (consistency was like a wet sponge). When we raised our concerns with our server, he adamantly insisted that all sandwiches were made fresh but we pointed out this was clearly not the case due to the quality of the ingredients. Eventually, he admitted that "this sometimes happens in anticipation of time constraints during service". I won't be back.
Food Trucks' Food
That looks amazing! I've been craving a good lobster roll in Toronto since my visit to Luke's Lobster in NYC last fall.
BTW, their Twitter handle is @bustersseacove (two s's)
Soft Shell Crabs
Rodney's By Bay just announced that soft shell crabs will be available this Wednesday.
Stock (new Trump tower)
Heh, that would have been most welcome. When I (half-jokingly) asked Chef Jean Georges last September if there were any potential plans to open in Toronto he laughed and said no, not right now, that there are enough good/exciting restaurants here at the moment.
Where's the best fried chicken in the GTA ?
Not sure if the Yonge/Charles Home of Hot Taste is the same as the one at Yonge/Steeles, but since I work downtown, I tried the former location today. For $6.99, I got the sweet and spicy fried chicken with steamed rice and salad. The chicken is surprisingly crispy and coated in an addictive sweet and spicy sauce. I actually prefer stronger heat, and will ask them to up the spice level next time. Chicken is also tossed with cabbage, carrots, green beans, onions, red bell peppers and baby corn. Not a bad option for the area! Also, the portion is huge, i.e. food coma inducing. Note: The chicken I had came in bite-sized white meat pieces. I haven't actually tried the fried wings / full chicken parts yet. The wings come in plain, teryaki and spicy sauce options.
Macaron Day Toronto: Free Macarons at Participating Patisseries on March 20
I'm planning to eat my way up the Yonge line: Petite Thuet, Patachou, La Bamboche then Ruelo. Hopefully they still have macarons in stock by the time I get there after work!
Where to find Gummy Candies in Toronto
Bloor St. Market in the Manulife Centre has a whole rack of a variety of Haribo gummies (just right of the right-most cash register counter). I have also seen Haribo gummy bears in many Shopper's Drug Mart locations (downtown and in North York).
Oyster knife?
Thanks! I've never bought them from a store before so I was a bit intimidated (wasn't sure how the shells should look and what is considered an acceptable date). Tips?
Anything good at Yonge/Sheppard?
Thanks for the Congee Wong rec. I didn't realize they deliver (it's not noted on the website). I will try it sometime!
Anything good at Yonge/Sheppard?
I like the set meals at Ten Ren, which is connected to Empress Walk on the outside around the corner from Staples. Very cheap and satisfying. Menu: http://www.tenrenstea.com/teatime/?page_id=7&paged=2
Oyster knife?
Thanks, I saw that too a few weeks ago. On that note, has anyone ever bought a case of fresh oysters from T&T? If so, how is the quality?
The best Schnitzel
Hi magic - YVR flyboy noted the hours in his/her original post: "The hours are Mondays-Thursday's 11:00 to 5pm Friday from 11:00 to 3:30pm."
Stupid question -- does Taro's sell fresh oysters?
That's amazing, thanks! I will definitely have to check this out soon.
UFC 100 tonight - Good place to watch downtown?
Thank you both for your recs. I have been to the Boston Pizza in Vaughan numerous times for UFC and had a great time although that location charges $5 for cover. The wings are surprisingly large, juicy and yummy!
I ended up at Shoeless Joe's at King and Dufferin, probably my fourth time there. They do show the fights in HD, there is no cover charge, and a very nice Korean couple owns the place. Seating is usually ample too given that it is a bit west of the downtown core. Food is as you would expect.
Stupid question -- does Taro's sell fresh oysters?
Stupid question, but I assume this means the ones you bring home and shuck yourself? Do you remember the approximate price point?
2012 Food and Restaurant CHANGES and CLOSINGS
That's very sad! I used to go there once a week every week until I moved far from the area. The owner was so nice. I did notice a decline in quality the last time I stopped by with an increase in prices.
Best Chinese Bakery on Spadina for Fruit and Cream Cake?
I'm glad it all worked out and you were able to find something in your original desired location! I tried some swiss rolls and mousse cakes from Furama over five years ago and was not that impressed, but maybe it's time to give them another try.
plug - Thanks for the Kim Moon rec. They have been my go to for downtown moon cakes (although last year's batch was not impressive) for several years now but I never thought to try their regular cakes.
FREE Macaron Day TO
Thanks for sharing the bounty! I created a thread yesterday about this: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/835265
UFC 100 tonight - Good place to watch downtown?
Unfortunately Canada Star Boxing site is down for construction. Thought it might be a good idea to revive this thread in time for tomorrow night, which looks to be cold and snowy!
Macaron Day Toronto: Free Macarons at Participating Patisseries on March 20
Stumbled upon this and thought it's a good chance for people to try some free macarons.
What Is Macaron Day TO?
Coinciding with Macaron Day taking place in Paris, NYC and other international cities, Macaron Day in Toronto celebrates these delicate confections in support of a local charity.
Join us on Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 when participating patisseries across Toronto will come together to offer complimentary macarons to customers.
To receive your macaron, visit a participating patisserie and simply mention you are celebrating Macaron Day TO. Participating locations will provide one macaron per customer at no cost, with quantities limited by location.
Full list of participants: http://macarondayto.com/participants.html
Link to CH debate on best macrons in Toronto: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/306774
Best Chinese Bakery on Spadina for Fruit and Cream Cake?
Thanks for the swiss rolls rec. I have been looking for some good ones!
T&T does offer slices / single squares for you to try. My family's favourite is the taro cream cake (not the regular mousse cake) that is only available by special order. Good luck on your search!
Best Chinese Bakery on Spadina for Fruit and Cream Cake?
I haven't been satisfied with any cakes I've purchased in Chinatown. Since you mentioned the ability to drive, I suggest going to T&T on Cherry St., which is close to Chinatown. You can order in advance via phone. Their website lists their selection of cakes. To access this list, enter BC as your province and then click "order online" as that option isn't available in Ontario. This will allow you to view what's available. Hope that helps :)
Toronto's most boring resto: your nominations, please
Paisano's is great, given the neighbourhood options, and does not remotely like any of the horrid chains you mentioned, TexSquared (esp. the bland slop at East Side). Tasty reliable pasta options, my favourite being the shrimp and mussels with linguine in a tarragon cream sauce. Appetizers are skippable.
Matsu Japanese & Thai Cuisine (AYCE)
Thanks, red dragon! The online AYCE menus, although very detailed, does not list prices; only the a la carte menus do. I'm looking forward to checking this out soon as it's in my neighbourhood.
Matsu Japanese & Thai Cuisine (AYCE)
Any idea on AYCE dinner price? Also, how was the quality of the fish? I don't expect premium but so many AYCE sushi places are inedible when it comes to the sushi/sashimi.
Ottawa recommendations
Reviving this thread as I will be in Ottawa for a few days in January. Any new suggestions not limited to any cuisine or price points?
Sorry - Edited to say I just saw this thread: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/811765
2011 Food and Resto CLOSINGS
They were never reliable in answering the phone when they were confirmed to be "in business". Hence the open question in hopes that someone has more info than I do.
2011 Food and Resto CLOSINGS
Anyone know if Alara has closed? I have gone by three times in the last month and a half at the dinner hour and each time, the lights are off and the place is mostly shuttered. I have also tried calling many times, but the phone just keeps ringing.
New Pizzeria Libretto location opening on the Danforth
Be forewarned they are fully booked until 9:30 (the only time I could get a table for 3). If you are doing take-out then that shouldn't matter.
