lamaranthe's Profile
M&M World
A friend brought us from the States M&Ms World that are chocolate and mint. Where can we find them in Toronto? They are sooogood !
Full review [Le Select]
Yes, the prix fixe at the bar and watching the wine list could be a good option. Inviting a friend ''carte blanche'' is certainly not the best idea. The place is noisy and the decor is not attractive. I got had by good reviews...
Kouig aman
Further to a request on Ontario Chowhound, see http://www.french-property.com/regions/bretagne/food-gastronomy/kouign-amann/
President's Choice Montreal Smoked Meat
Depends which Pickle Barrel... The one at Yorkdale is horrendous. The one at Yonge & Eg not any better. I favor Centre Deli on Centre St. in Thornhill. The meat is cut by hand, choice of Old-Fashioned or Montreal style, lean or medium. The fries are not that great but the sandwich is generous and delicious.
Full review [Le Select]
First time I had Ile flottante in a restaurant. And BTW, yes it is possible : I have the bill to prove it.
Full review [Le Select]
I found the price extravagant. There are many restaurants in Toronto where to have an excellent meal for much less.
Full review [Le Select]
Last Sunday (Jan. 22) my friend and I went to Le Select for supper. Good reception. The decor would gain by having mirrors and partitions with 'banquettes', like the real bistrots in France. That would also decrease the noise level from groups of patrons. We ordered a Kir Royal. We placed our order and asked for a full bottle of Reisling. The whole thing arrived before we were through with the Kir. My friend had been ordering the Squash and Ginger soup, a Tarte niçoise and a Loup de mer (Bass) with frites allumettes on the side. She loved every bite of the whole thing. I had the choucroute garnie with Pork hocks, pork sides and sausages. The sauerkroute was caramelized, not at all the kind you would be served in Alsace. The Montbéliard and Strasbourg sausages were the same you can find at Metro or Loblaws, in their pork casings. Three bites were enough to discourage me. I sent it back after three bites but no one asked me if there was a problem with the dish.
My friend had a crème brûlée. She liked it. I had the Ile flottante : nothing spectacular.
The whole thing, wine and tip included, came to $200.00
My comment: Le Select is neither a French Bistro nor a Québécois restaurant, tho it tries to copy both at the same time.
Hot or cold Sauerkraut? How do you eat it and with what?
The traditional way Choucroute is served in France is hot, with pork hocks, smoked pork chops, pork side and sausages (Strasbourg and Montbéliard types). With a small jar of Dijon mustard. As far as cooking it at home, I would not start from scratch. I buy a jar of Bick's Wine Sauerourkraft, I put it in a double boiler (with its liquid, black peppercorn and juniper, NO salt and lots of butter knobs) and I let it simmer until the saerkrout is melting but not caramelized. Lots of recipes on the web.
Where can I find Pastene Balsamic Vinegar in Toronto?
Either La Salumeria, on Yonge, at Davisville, or Lady York on Dufferin, South of Lawrence, at Glencairn.
Paula Deen's may have "type 2" (aka lifestyle) diabetes - surprise, surprise, surprise!
The French are getting more careful about what they eat, and in what amount, due to recession and awareness.
I need suggestions for a place to eat downtown Toronto
The Beer Bistro could appeal to you. Good reviews.
http://www.yelp.ca/biz/beerbistro-toronto-3
I need suggestions for a place to eat downtown Toronto
The name is Gabardine, if I am not mistaken.
Need Help for One Night Out
I am surprised no one mentions Scaramouche. IMO, very good, very professional.
Spaghetti alle vongole
So easy to make yourself, even for a crowd ! Now, close to you, you could go to Il Fornello 1560 Yonge, or Boccone 1378 Yonge, or Nove Trattoria 1406 Yonge. They have good recs but I did not try them myself.
Salt Cod and portuguese stores in Toronto
Lady York, on Dufferin or Fortino's at Lawrence Square.
Turkish coffee
A friend of mine sent me a bag of finely ground Turkish coffee. I don't have the special little pot to prepare the coffee. How else can I use it ? Thanks.
Paula Deen's may have "type 2" (aka lifestyle) diabetes - surprise, surprise, surprise!
Why should we all be excited by the news? Her recipes do not belong to the regular diet type ones. Now I hear she smokes. I am sure she is well aware of the dangers she is facing. I feel sorry for her but I think her site should come with az advertisement such as ''Beware.. Might be hazardous to your health.'' With so many shows putting us in front of x-large portions of food, x-large calories dishes, no wonder so many of us end up being obese...
Chowhounds best 10 Resturants in GTA - 2012 version
Scaramouche
King Edward
Taboulé
The Copper Chimney
Bistro on Avenue
Tomo Sushi
Oysters
What are still the best places where to be served the best fresh oysters in TO? Thanks for any suggestion.
Shopping Mall Food Court Favourites
You have to be famish and about to faint from hunger to eat at Yorkdale Food Court. The only barely acceptable spot is the Middle-East one but the way sandwiches are served, they end up quite messy. And the prices are outrageously high for what it is.
Yufka Flour [moved from General Chowhounding board]
Apparently, to make good gozleme (Turkish specialty) I need ùyufka flour. Where can I find it in Toronto? Thanks!
where to buy porcini powder, flavor pearls and need other unique ingredient suggestions
You can find small bags of dried porcini at Metro or Lady York on Dufferin, south of Lawrence.
Stretching money with beans without stretching my pants with flatulence
When using chickpeas, First I rinse them, then I cook them and as soon as I can handle them I remove their skins. It helps greatly digesting them.
Stretching money with beans without stretching my pants with flatulence
Faetida seems to have the same effect.
Romantic restaurant in North York
Juno, would you say Rossini is romantic? Any comment about it? Thanks!
'Fishermen Clubhouse' - A most impressive Chinese 'Seafood' Restaurant
Charles, may I ask how many you were?
