Enjoying a leisurely four-course Reveillon dinner (see previous post) is probably the best way to revel … Commander’s Palace lives up to the legendRead more
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Panna cotta Christmas style
As I mentioned in the last post, Broussard’s served a dynamite version of panna cotta tweaked … Panna cotta Christmas styleRead more
Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and power
Châteauneuf-du-Pape might be the ultimate late autumn comfort wine. At its best, it’s rich, nuanced, and … Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and powerRead more
Steak and Guinness Pie a pub standard
Pretty much wherever you go in Northern Ireland, chances are good that the pub has steak … Steak and Guinness Pie a pub standardRead more
Jeffers Home Bakery bakes Irish staff of life
Whenever we travel in Ireland, Pat’s mother always requests that we bring her home some soda … Jeffers Home Bakery bakes Irish staff of lifeRead more
Enjoy a millionaire’s tea at a pauper’s price
Aptly named Good Food & Wine is a gourmet treat shop and casual cafe that serves … Enjoy a millionaire’s tea at a pauper’s priceRead more
Belfast’s OX treats Irish food with hugs and kisses
We weren’t surprised to eat foie gras and truffles at OX in Belfast, which won its … Belfast’s OX treats Irish food with hugs and kissesRead more
Little Italy simmers with many new tastes
There are certainly fancier coffee shops than Café Diplomatico (594 College St., 416-534-4637, cafediplomatico.ca), but few … Little Italy simmers with many new tastesRead more
Vegetable Butcher puts an edge on the harvest
The vegetables that announce each season “give us little moments to celebrate,” says Cara Mangini, the … Vegetable Butcher puts an edge on the harvestRead more
Finish Line Festival ratchets up the outdoor barbecue
The Lexus Gran Fondo riders found a fine feast awaiting them. Lexus ambassadors and retired racers … Finish Line Festival ratchets up the outdoor barbecueRead more
