On our first night in New York, we dined at P.J. Clarke’s because it was right by our aunt’s apartment. Established in 1884 and named after its Irish bartender, the restaurant is a traditional American saloon that seems to be the equivalent of an old French bistro. It serves classic dishes and is great for kids […]
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Toronto Eats: Underground Chef Cartel Battle Series
Last week, I originally planned to go for a regular dinner with a friend from uni, but at the last minute she found one of the the coolest events I’ve ever been to in Toronto. Called the Underground Chef Battle Series, it was a cooking competition with local chefs! The event was hosted at Teppan Kenta, a Japanese teppanyaki […]
Toronto Eats: Dinner at Nana Thai Restaurant
Nana is the new sister restaurant of the busy Thai restaurant Khao San Road. Due to my recent obsession with Pok Pok, trying a new Thai restaurant was high on my list. Nana restaurant opens at 5pm for dinner, and Ryan and I were the first ones there, expecting a long line outside like at Khao San Road. The interior […]
Rustic Puff Pastry Leek Galette
This rustic puff pastry leek galette is delicious! It uses only a few ingredients but it is a show-stopper. The rustic construction is probably the most appealing part of this pie – just look at how flaky and golden it is!
Toronto Eats: Birthday Dinner at Cafe Belong
Cafe Belong is an amazing restaurant located at the Evergreen Brickworks that specializes in sustainable, seasonal, locally sourced dishes. Chef and owner Brad Long is a staunch advocate for sustainable farming and ethical treatment of livestock. There are many meatless options on both the brunch and dinner menus, so vegetarians do not feel forgotten or second-class. To […]