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made-from-scratch lemonade or iced tea- 2012
I had some excellent Lemonade at Ruby Eats a couple of weeks ago. Not sure if they always have it though.
http://rubyeats.com/
Honey lovers: where's your favorite honey?
Absolute best (and the most local that I can think of) is from Golden Orchard at the SLM (Closer to Esplanade on the Market Street Side) http://www.stlawrencemarket.com/vendors/vendor_detail/71
Only place I know that sells this specific honey from Toronto. Try either the Leslie Street Spit or the Toronto Island Honey. Its a creamed variety and not cheap but worth it.
There was a longer thread on different honeys in 2007 - http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/386183
Suggestions for a weekend near Toronto
One more for you along the lines of Langdon. The Dorset Inn and Spa in Port Hope. Owned by the Ste Annes Group. I haven't stayed at that spot but I can say that the food at Ste Anne's was excellent.
http://www.steannes.com/dorset_manor_spa.html
Suggestions for a weekend near Toronto
If you go to Elora (which is a lovely town!) stay at the Drew House. The owner is Roger Dufau who used to own a place in Toronto. One of the best breakfasts I have ever had, anywhere.
http://www.drewhouse.com/index.htm
Suggestions for a weekend near Toronto
My DH and went to the Niagara Bench area (Vineland) and had an excellent time. Definitely some excellent food in the area.
There is a package through the Black Walnut Manor that includes a dinner at Vineland Estates and they will drive and pick you up from dinner. The breakfast at the Inn is also really lovely.
http://www.blackwalnutmanor.com/packages.html
On top of that there are some really lovely wineries to explore in the area!
Salted Caramels.....I want these now!!
Try Grant Street Caramels - http://www.grantstcaramelco.com/
Toronto Wedding Caterer
I've worked with Daniel et Daniel and 10tations. Both were excellent for food but I was really pleased with the service and the food from 10tations. I worked with Rebecca there and she was really good.
A good place for breakfast/brunch on a weekday
Lady Marmalade on Queen St E is always a good option. Go early if you can.
New bread bakery on Kingston Rd (Beaches)
I think its the The Waffle Bar - http://thewafflebar.ca/
C5 - how is it, really?
I am really sorry to hear that you had such a bad experience. Was it really busy when you were there? I am not sure why but it feels like they are working out bugs once the place gets busy.
My one time at C5 was mostly the opposite. Decided to go there on a spur of the moment on the weekend of Family since they had a special menu for kids.
The host was slow to come at first but once we were (finally!) seated I was pleasantly surprised. The place it lovely. Service for us was fabulous and our server, Henry, was really really good with my 5 year old son. Went so far as to go downstairs to get bendy straws and brought ketchup for his grilled cheese without asking. As a parent, its the little things that make the biggest impression.
Once the place really got busy I noticed it was harder to find him, but it was still the attention to detail that impressed me. The food was excellent and for dessert we had the dessert for two option which was 4 small plates of really interesting options. So all in all I will absolutely return.
New bread bakery on Kingston Rd (Beaches)
It is absolutely authentic Belgian waffles (complete with the correct sugar) but the Kingston Rd location is not open to the public.
They can usually be found at many of the farmers markets (Brickworks is one of them) and they sell their product through a few of the higher end stores. Their waffles & beignets are amazing though!
They do have a booth that they bring out occasionally for the Kingston Road street festival. So who knows maybe they will do it more often this year.
Raw Cocoa
Anything like that I would give Chocosol a call. They know their stuff.
http://chocosol.posterous.com/
Where can I get high quality cinnamon (for cinnamon buns)?
Spice Trader has Ceylon Cinnamon - http://www.thespicetrader.ca/
Where can I buy coffee beans from Costa Rica?
Dark City Roast has one - you order by phone and they roast to order - http://www.darkcitycoffee.com/products/costa-rica-tarrazu-o-ft
In search of Lyle's Golden Syrup
Good to know, I have been looking for the bottle version!
Wing spot in the Beach?
Glad to hear you enjoyed it! It really is a great little neighbourhood pub.
Wing spot in the Beach?
Try Green Dragon on Kingston. I have always had good luck there!
Where to buy Vanilla beans and spices
I am a big fan of the Spice Trader http://www.thespicetrader.ca/ Quality and selection are both excellent.
Where to find good fresh tomatoes
Talk to Sovereign Farms in the North St. Lawrence market. I know the main person there commented to me that it was near impossible to grown inside all year but he would likely be able to help you.
http://www.stlawrencemarket.com/vendors/vendor_detail/42
British food store?
There is Mrs. Bridges British Bakery in Eglinton Square http://www.bestbritishfoods.com/
Hooked Seafood - New fishmonger on Queen
Fisherfolk is now selling year round at the Brickworks and Wychwood. I've been buying from them at the Brickworks and have had some excellent fish from them! I know they also sell to a few of the high-end restaurants in town.
The owner sources directly from the fishermen on the east coast as well as getting some from the west coast and Kolapore Springs (fish hatchery around Collingwood).
Delivery in the East end/Beach?
If Tropical Thai delivers to you I have had some great luck with them (http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/10/136238/restaurant/The-Beaches/Tropical-Thai-Cuisine-Toronto)
Bar-be-que Hut also delivers to you - http://www.bar-be-quehut.ca/
Looking for small private dining room near Delta Chelsea
Barberians on Elm has a private wine cellar available - http://www.barberians.com/contact.php
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Barberian's
7 Elm St, Toronto, ON M5G1H1, CA
Sausage Partners
I've been in a couple of times now. I am a BIG fan of their sticky toffee pudding (which is probably not good..). Last week I got duck eggs and bacon rashers which were both excellent. Service is great and they are very enthusiastic about their product.
Foodstock - October 16th near Shelburne
Thanks!
BTW I've been STRONGLY advised by one of the people volunteering to bring rubber boots, hats and mittens as well as rain gear. I can say from having been up there quite a bit, it gets COLD!!
Foodstock - October 16th near Shelburne
OK, after MUCH consideration I will be there!
Anyone else taking the 10:00 bus?
