Ginger Beef – the local takeout franchise actually has a location dedicated to dim sum in Harvest Hills….and it’s good. So good that despite residing in the burbs, it was packed on a Tuesday at lunch. I love the fact that the restaurant is exceptionally clean and open – so open in fact, that you…
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Crunchy – KFC NW
Conundrum: Default to Kentucky Fried Chicken, or try Crunchy, a Korean Fried Chicken restaurant. Odd that these are literally steps away from each other! Made fresh to order – the box I was given was huge (12pcs for ~ $24), crispy batter with tender chicken pieces and a side of fries. They had interesting flavours…
Seniore’s Pizza
Mid-week pizza is always such a treat. Navigating through the thralls of pizza joints in the city – particularly the burbs for a good spot is always a challenge. Look no further as Seniore’s – with a loyal patron base, serves up delicious pies to the NW. We enjoyed their special as well as the…
Milestones – Market Mall NW
Great location for a birthday dinner with friends. They accommodated our group, the service was great and the meal tasted great. I tried the Ginger Beef – and was pleasantly surprised that it was not deep fried. A tangy ginger sauce, lots of veggies and a stir fried beef made for a guilt free indulgence.
Samosa Factory – Westwinds
This place is incredibly popular and is my go-to samosa catering option for large parties. And if you have guests that are gluten-intolerant, go with a couple pounds of the pakoras (chick pea batter, onion, veg fritters). The hubby prefers the medium beef samosas (12 med for $10) and I enjoy the potato/veg (20 med…
Rice for King – NW – Best takeout noodle bowls!
I love my vermicelli, and I love the heaping portions you get from Rice for King (meat, noodle & spring rolls). Everything is tasty here, consistent, and a great stop after picking up family/friends from the airport. The takeout containers are a great size and yes, get people excited about the food as the meals…
The best neighbourhood pub – Brixton
This pub breaks all the stereotypes of the “corner neighbourhood pub”. Food – It has FANTASTIC food, that is not limited to nachos, but actually sports a Cajun theme. Decor – you step in and it looks like an upscale Earls, defying any preconceptions I may have had. (Great for a date!). People – Don’t…
Taiyo – Creekside NW
This is a fantastic restaurant tucked away in Symons Valley (NW). It has a modern interior, great sushi, cooked options, and very reasonable pricing! Unfortunately I was off sashimi during this visit, but it allowed me to try some of their entrees. The pork based broth for the Chicken Ramen & Chicken Udon is AMAZING. I…
Kiwa Korean – NW
There are not many Korean restaurants in the NW, so I was excited to try this location in Huntington Hills! It is a nice intimate date spot, clean, with excellent service. I ordered the beef bulgogi (grilled beef in sweet soy) served with a few traditional side dishes (omlette, kimchi & sweet/garlic potato) to balance…
Boardwalk – Burgers & Fries
Burgers & Fries oh my! The name fits the menu with a range of classic burger choices with a cali-twist of avocado, truffle oil and veggie options. Fries with cheese and jalapenos left something to be desired and I typically prefer veggie burgers that don’t use mixed veggies (corn, peas, carrot) in the patty but I…