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Winterlicious 2012 menus are out - anything CH worthy?
Totally agree with the Mistura rec. It's my go-to 'licious spot. The pasta is always great and they really know how to take care of their customers.
betel leaf
I think what your looking for is called "paan", in India. It's found in most East Indian groceries.
The Best Samosa in Toronto
Bengali Sweets on Islington, just north of Albion.
3 for $1
Delicious.
Chantarelles at Costco?
They're back at the Etobicoke Costco. $10 for a large package.
Pound cake & Banana Bread
The Kirkland brand pound cake from Costco is quite good. It's light and flavourful.
Best Banh Mi in TO
Just went to Que Huong today!
Holy SMOKES that's a good sandwich.
The bread.... wow.
Thank you sooooo much! I'll be back for sure.
They have a deal, buy 5 get 1 free. Boy are my colleagues gonna love me!
Best Banh Mi in TO
Que huong... is that the one next to Pho Dau Bo?
I'm relatively new to Bahn Mi. Any recs on which one to try at Que Huong? I'm going to be in the neighbourhood later this week.
Portuguese (But not too expensive please)
No, I hadn't thought of that. There were 3 of us and we all ordered the chicken. Each of us had the same issue: tough meat (the breast was rock hard and difficult to cut with our knives) and bland (totally underseasoned). We were really so disappointed.
If we ever go back to Piri Piri, I'm going to stick with the bitoque.
Portuguese (But not too expensive please)
Went to Piri Piri last night to ease my grilled chicken craving... ugh... I was so disappointed! We used to go there a lot a few years ago... now the chicken is bland and tough! So sad.
From now on, only Costa Verde on Oakwood, for me! They never disappoint.
Via Allegro????!!!!
Totally agree with CocoTo.
Vibo and Globe Earth were the first two restaurants that popped into my head.
Also, Bloom (Bloor and Windermere) is quite nice.
I wouldn't say these recs are exactly fine dining... but definatley good food and service.
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Vibo Restaurant
2995 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M8X1C1, CA
Help! Coming to Toronto, liberty village, for 4 days on a student budget but CHOW tastes
Island Foods at Dufferin and King is close by to where you're staying. It's a family run roti shop. I'm sure they have vegetarian options.
Tasty rotis and pepper sauce. I think it's about $7 for a roti.
The bone-in chicken roti is fantastic, just in case your bf is a non-veg.
Niagara Wine Tours?
Hi Graydyn,
I've tried 2 different Niagara wine tour companies in the past.
One was Crush Wine tours: http://www.crushtours.com/
and the other was Niagara World Wine tours: http://www.niagaraworldwinetours.com/cycle_fs.html
They were both great fun and the people were really courteous and professional. In terms of wineries, both tour companies took me to about 4 wineries each. They were all a mixture of more well-known wineries (Henry of Pelham, Reif, etc) and smaller wineries (Featherstone, Marynissen, etc).
That being said, I preferred the Niagara World Wine tour as it was done by bicycle and I am very active.
What's good on College?
LOL!
We couldn't decide. So I made some homemade pizza before we went out and we capped the night off at Rol San.
Great night!
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Rol San
323 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5T2E9, CA
What's good on College?
Hello,
I was wondering if you TO Chowhounders had any suggestions for my upcoming "Girl's Night Out"?
We're a small group of 30-somethings who are looking to get all dolled up and enjoy a night of good food and dancing, this weekend!
We were hoping to start off on College St. Are there any recs?
Our criteria:
1) On College.
2) Good food
3) Budget: $50 pp (not included drinks)
Bonus points if we can bring our own wine.
Thanks in advance!
HPD
Options near Bloor & Kipling?
Just checked their shop yesterday. Paul and Sandy's will re-open on March 22.
Options near Bloor & Kipling?
What a Chowfind! Thank you for this rec. The kimchee tofu soup is amazing! And the dumplings are delicious! I can't wait to go back.
Care to share your Costco grocery list?
The balsamic vinegar, is it Kirkland? I've been meaning to try it...
Care to share your Costco grocery list?
Hello,
I'm curious to know what groceries people buy at Costco. I'm only feeding a family of two so I don't normally try new things at Costco as my storage space is quite limited. Is there anything at Costco that is a must-try?
My usual Costco shopping list includes:
- beef tenderloin
- mixed greens salad in a box
- strawberries
- pineapple
- Piroline chocolate-hazelnut cookies
- Kawartha Ice Cream - Moose Tracks
- Japanese green tea
- whole black pepper
- sweet potato fries
I'd love to know what you buy!
Thanks in advance!
Runner looking for tasty (whey) protein powder - ideas?
Whey Gourmet has a variety of different flavours. I know that Walmart carries single-serve Whey Gourmet packets that you can try. My favourite flavour is the Orange Dreamsicle. I can only find that one at GNC, though.
Free Coffee at Sam James on Sunday
*swoon*... I love Sam James. Easily the best latte I've had in T.O. Thanks for posting. I'm heading there now!
Help me scratch some NOTL wineries off the list?
Totally agree with Snarf. Marynissen and Lailey shouldn't be missed especially since you like reds.
Lailey's 2008 Syrah and Marynissen's Bottoms Up are a must try.
CNE is coming....what to eat?
In the Better Living Centre, I discovered "Edna's Pickles" today.
It's a small booth run by a Goan lady who makes Indian pickles/achaars.
Holy moly, the Hot Eggplant is really good. A bit pricey at $10 a jar, but probably my best find at the Ex this year.
Where to find the best baguette in Toronto?
In Etobicoke, try Artisano Bakery on Islington (South of Bloor) or Ma Maison on Dundas West (as mentioned above). They're my faves in the area.
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Ma Maison
4243 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M8X, CA
What happened to Bear Claws?
I've seen these at Hot Oven Bakery, but I've never tried them.
I usually go to the one in Cloverdale Mall.
Good, relatively inexpensive restaurants in Etobicoke/Kingsway area?
Billy Bob's is now My Place - A Canadian Pub. I know they have a patio, but I can't comment on the food. Chowhound offers mixed reviews.
Also in the Jane and Bloor area, (east of Kingsway area) is my go to pub: Bryden's. There is a sidewalk patio. Great value pub food.
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Bryden's
2455 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6S1P7, CA
Chinese takeout for tonight in south Etobicoke or east Mississauga
Ewww. Hong Kong Garden is gross.
It's just as bad as Mai Mai sounds. Poor quality food.
Shopping trip to Etobicoke suggestions
European Meats has a really good chicken souvlaki. Also, on your way out pick up a back bacon sandwich. Delicious.
A Great First (& Second) Impresssion at L.A.B.
Thank you for your help. If you're thinking of going back to try the new menu, that's good enough for me!
A Great First (& Second) Impresssion at L.A.B.
Hey PSP.
Just wondering how you felt about your budget there. Is it worth the money for the experience?
It's the SO's bday and I wanted to treat him to dinner at LAB... money's tight though...
