When you ask around for the best Thai in Toronto, Khao San Road would echo in every conversation. But I was skeptical. My high school years was made up of visits to our local dive Thai & Laos place Phounguen for the four must: larb, lao green papaya salad, lao fried rice and beef…
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The Hidden Gem in Waterloo, Bhima Warung
I’ve been wanting to share my words about this place since it’s discovery in Spring 2015, but decided that I’m going to leave it be and see if it can stand the test of time. And, guess what? It has! I give you…. THE BEST MEAL I’VE HAD IN 2015. This is a backlog is from our…
Celebrate Kingyo’s 3-Year Anniversary
Vancouver appears to be the breeder of these blossoming Izakaya spots, with Zakkushi, Guu (Now, Kinka Izakaya) and Hapa Izakaya also caving the way. Unlike the earlier three mentioned Izakayas, Kingyo presents a brightly lit and spacious dining area with low bustle with hot foods ready to order and chilled dishes to your taste….
Aft Kitchen & Bar, Riverdale
AFT KITCHEN & BAR 686 Queen Street East Toronto, Canada BBQ – Bar – 11am~2am – Weekend Brunch $$ On a Wednesday night, I was on the hunt for a BBQ spot that was a short distance from my campus. A quick search, and Aft Kitchen & Bar was immediately brought to my…
Rose City Kitchen, Queen West
ROSE CITY KITCHEN 406 Queen St W Toronto, Canada Sandwiches – Middle Eastern – Take-out – Poutine – Salad $$ Rose City Kitchen is most definitely an undermined eatery in Queen West, located just West of Queen & Spadina. I avoided this spot (like many other Queen West spots) while residing in the…
Inspire Restaurant, Markham
INSPIRE RESTAURANT 144 Main Street Markham N, Unit 1 Markham, Canada Asian Fusion – Brunch/Lunch/Dinner – Closed Mondays $$ Located in Unionville, Inspire Restaurant couldn’t have chosen a better location for them to truly shine! It is exactly the charm that I expected, and plenty more. I’ve had this spot on my mind…
Magic Noodle, Scarborough
MAGIC NOODLE 2190 McNicoll Avenue #119 Scarborough, Canada Open 24/7 – Chinese $ A 24/7 treasure in Scarborough. Rolling in on a chilly evening at 3AM after a late-night shift, this was exactly what I needed. Upon entry, we were blessed with swell the welcoming of no line. Subtle foreign murmurs and amusing…
The Wren, The Danforth
THE WREN 1382 Danforth Avenue Toronto, Canada Bar – Southwestern – Saloon-style $$ Sunday brunch stop, on the Danforth. This was my first time making a trip down to the Danforth, but not for their glorious selections of Greek spots, but, for brunch! The Wren is a saloon-styled pub with a sublime craft…
Bar Buca, Fashion District
BAR BUCA 75 Portland Street Toronto, ON Bar – Italian – Open 7AM~2AM $$$ I’ve fallen in love harder and harder with Bar Buca. Open as early as 7AM (8AM on the weekends), running until last call, at 2AM, There is only a narrow 6 hours that you could possibly miss it for….
The Big Chill, Little Italy/ Portugal Village
THE BIG CHILL 367 Manning Ave Toronto, Ontario M6G 2V6, Canada $ Desserts – Cash only – Open 12~12AM Two ever visits from this place, and the same flavour ordered up on both occasions. I have never been to an ice cream parlour before I stepped into the whimsical entry of The Big…
