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Where to Winterlicious in Old Town Toronto 2026

Oldtown — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:06:03 +0000

Winterlicious has arrived in Old Town Toronto and your favourite restaurants are serving up hot 3-course fixed price meals starting at $27 from January 30th – February 12th. Check out the menus below and hit up an old favourite, or discover somewhere new. Reservations open January 15th.

Bar Goa

Bar Goa, 36 Toronto St / 416-350-8188 / Cuisines: Indian / Accessible

Ultra-stylish décor and lip-smacking cocktails put Bar Goa in a league of its own. Inspired by Portuguese Cubist and Indian art, with textured walls shimmering in silvery leaf overlaid with beige, pistachio and lilac, Bar Goa takes your breath away with its beauty. Bar Goa’s cocktail menu is a fusion of tradition and innovation using exclusive vintages and limited edition champagnes, spirits and liqueurs.

Click here to make a reservation.

$48 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Chicken Cafreal Slider with Salad: Flavourful chicken cafreal slider accompanied by a fresh, crunchy salad for a perfect bite (local)
• Avocado Quinoa Chaat Paired with Crostini Bread: Fresh avocado and protein-rich quinoa tossed with spices, paired with crunchy crostini (vegetarian/vegan/local)
• Jackfruit Xacuti Tacos: A fusion of tender jackfruit and spicy Goan xacuti, wrapped in soft tacos for a satisfying bite (vegetarian/vegan/local)
• Chicken Pepper Fry Tacos: Spicy Goan-style chicken pepper fry served in soft tacos for a punch of flavour in every bite (local)

Main Dish
• Molten Butter Chicken: Chicken cooked in a creamy, spiced butter sauce for a decadent taste experience (gluten free/local)
• Goan Prawn Curry: A classic coastal curry of tender prawns simmered in a mildly spiced, coconut-based gravy infused with Goan chilies and aromatic spices (gluten free/local)
• Garlicky Palak Paneer: Soft paneer cubes cooked in a creamy spinach gravy, infused with a bold garlic flavour (vegetarian/gluten free/local)
Chef’s Veg Jalfrezi Melt Down: A variety of fresh seasonal vegetables cooked in a gently spiced, flavourful curry for a hearty and satisfying dish (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)

Mains accompanied by rice, naan, and a green salad

Dessert
• Gulab Jamun Mousse: A luscious dessert combining soft, syrup-soaked gulab jamun with a light, creamy mousse for a sweet and indulgent treat (local)
• Mango Lassi Panna Cotta: Silky panna cotta with luscious mango and yogurt flavours, inspired by the refreshing mango lassi
• Parley G Cheesecake: Smooth and creamy cheesecake layered over a crisp Parley G biscuit crust, perfect for a decadent treat (vegetarian/vegan/local)
• Black Forest Gateau: Rich and creamy chocolate cake with a hint of raspberry (vegetarian/local)

$65 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Complimentary dish to start: Avocado Quinoa Chaat Paired with Crostini Bread: Fresh avocado and protein-rich quinoa tossed with spices, paired with crunchy crostini (vegetarian/vegan/local)
• Goan Golden Fish Fry: A crispy, golden-brown fried fish seasoned with traditional Goan spices, offering a perfect balance of flavour and crunch (gluten free/local)
• Makhan Chicken Tikka: Tender halal chicken pieces marinated in creamy butter (makhan) and aromatic spices, then grilled to perfection for a rich and flavourful bite (gluten free/local)
• Vegan Kebab Slider: Mini sliders with flavourful, spiced vegetable kebabs, served with fresh greens and a tangy sauce on soft buns (vegetarian/local)
• Malai Soya Chaap: Juicy soya chaap infused with creamy malai and subtle spices, delivering a melt-in-the-mouth experience (vegetarian/gluten free/local)

Main Dish
• Molten Butter Chicken and Urban Makhani Daal: Chicken cooked in a creamy, spiced butter sauce for a decadent taste experience; and slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans in a rich, creamy tomato and butter sauce, infused with aromatic spices (gluten free/local)
• Premium Lamb Shank with Biriyani: Aromatic biryani with slow-cooked lamb shank, served with creamy raita and flavourful salan for a complete meal (gluten free/local)
• Garlicky Palak Paneer and Urban Makhani Daal: Soft paneer cubes cooked in a creamy spinach gravy, infused with a bold garlic flavour; and slow-cooked black lentils and kidney beans in a rich, creamy tomato and butter sauce, infused with aromatic spices (vegetarian/gluten free/local)
• Truffle Mist Veg Biryani: Spiced basmati rice layered with vegetables, accompanied by traditional salan and refreshing raita (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)

Dessert
• Gulab Jamun Mousse: A luscious dessert combining soft, syrup-soaked gulab jamun with a light, creamy mousse for a sweet and indulgent treat (local)
• Mango Lassi Panna Cotta: Silky panna cotta with luscious mango and yogurt flavours, inspired by the refreshing mango lassi
• Parley G Cheesecake: Smooth and creamy cheesecake layered over a crisp Parley G biscuit crust, perfect for a decadent treat (vegetarian/vegan/local)
• Black Forest Gateau: Rich and creamy chocolate cake with a hint of raspberry (vegetarian/local)

Biff’s Bistro

Biff’s Bistro, 2 Front St E / 416-860-0086 / Cuisines: Bistro, French / Accessible

A favourite for over 25 years, Biff’s Bistro brings the spirit of a classic Parisian bistro to downtown Toronto’s Financial District. Celebrated for its timeless, flavourful French classics crafted from seasonal ingredients, Biff’s offers an inviting atmosphere that’s both cozy and vibrant.

Click here to make a reservation.

$41 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Soup Aux Champignons: Biff’s mushroom soup, chives, truffle crème fraîche (vegetarian/gluten free)
• Chicken Liver Parfait: Biff’s mustard, pickles, grilled sourdough
• Pear Salad: poached pears, goat cheese, walnuts, mixed greens, maple vinaigrette (vegetarian)
• Smoked Whitefish Brandade: lemon crème fraîche, baguette crostini, chives

Main Dish
• Biff’s Bistro Burger: charbroiled burger, caramelized onion, raclette, bibb lettuce, cornichon aïoli, frites
• Tartine Au Poulet: roast chicken, rosemary focaccia, whipped boursin, pistou, red pepper, arugula salad
• Haddock: toasted almonds, green beans, baby potatoes, brown butter hollandaise sauce
• Roasted Squash Risotto: butternut squash purée, fried brussels sprouts, curried pumpkin seeds, parmigiano-reggiano (vegetarian/gluten free)

Dessert
• Apple Crumble Cake: apple sponge, salted caramel, apple butter, spiced streusel (vegetarian)
• Pot au Chocolate: chocolate custard, sablé cookie, chantilly, cocoa nibs (vegetarian)
• Basque Cheesecake: dark cherries, port reduction (vegetarian)

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Soup À L’oignan: french onion soup, three cheeses, baguette
• Chicken Liver Parfait: Biff’s mustard, pickles, grilled sourdough
• Pear and Fig Salad: poached pears, goat cheese, fresh figs, walnuts, mixed greens, maple vinaigrette (vegetarian)
• Smoked Whitefish Brandade: lemon crème fraîche, baguette crostinis, chives

Main Dish
• Braised Beef Short Ribs: broccolini, creamy polenta, sauce vierge, rosemary jus
• Confit Pork Belly: crispy pavé potatoes, brussels sprouts, bistro bbq sauce, charred carrot purée
• Almond-Crusted Salmon: wilted spinach, capers, brown butter hollandaise sauce, baby potatoes
• Ricotta Ravioli: roasted mushrooms, wilted spinach, truffle cream sauce, herb breadcrumbs (vegetarian)

Dessert
• Apple Crumble Cake: apple sponge, salted caramel, apple butter, spiced streusel (vegetarian)
• Pot au Chocolate: chocolate custard, sablé cookie, chantilly, cocoa nibs (vegetarian)
• Basque Cheesecake: dark cherries, port reduction (vegetarian)

Bindia Indian Bistro

16 Market St / 416-863-0000 / Cuisine: Indian / Accessible

Located across from the historic St. Lawrence Market, family owned and operated Bindia brings a modern approach to Indian cuisine without compromising the traditional flavours and pays homage to India’s rich cultural history. Enjoy North Indian curries and tandoori meat and seafood, made with ingredients sourced locally through the St. Lawrence Market butchers, independent farmers and producers.

Click here to make a reservation

$27 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Garden Salad: baby spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, beetroot and carrots with housemade dressing (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)
• Vegetable Lentil Soup: red lentils cooked with vegetables (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Aaloo Chat Basket: crisp fried dough baskets filled with chickpeas, potatoes, coriander, yogurt and tamarind chutney (vegetarian)

Main Dish
• Chana Masala: chickpeas simmered in a blend of Indian spices along with onions, ginger and garlic (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Butter Chicken: tender pieces of grilled chicken simmered in a rich creamy tomato sauce with special house blend of spices (gluten free/local)
• Matar Paneer: cottage cheese cubes cooked with onion, ginger, garlic, peas and tomatoes in a cream sauce (vegetarian/gluten free)

All mains served with basmati cumin rice

Dessert
• Kheer: traditional rice pudding made with milk and cardamom (vegetarian/gluten free)
• Gajrela: moist shredded carrots cooked with khoya (cheese) (vegetarian/gluten free/local)
• Gulab Jaamun: milk and flour dumplings immersed in sweet syrup (vegetarian)

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Garden Salad: baby spinach, tomatoes, cucumber, beetroot and carrots with housemade dressing (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)
• Vegetable Lentil Soup: red lentils cooked with vegetables (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Aaloo Chat Basket: crisp fried dough baskets filled with chickpeas, potatoes, coriander, yogurt and tamarind chutney (vegetarian)
• Vegetable Pakora: mixed vegetable fritters in a chickpea flour batter (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)

Main Dish
• Dal Maknhi: slow-cooked black lentils, split chickpeas and red kidney beans with butter, ginger, garlic and onions (vegetarian/gluten free)
• Bhindi Masala: fresh okra cooked with onion, ginger, garlic and tomatoes (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)
• Butter Chicken: tender pieces of grilled chicken simmered in a rich creamy tomato sauce with special house blend of spices (gluten free/local)
• Punjabi Fish Curry: cod fish simmered in onion, ginger, garlic and tomato sauce with blend of Indian spices (gluten free)

All mains served with basmati cumin rice

Ceci Bar

33 Yonge St / 437-253-1613 / Cuisine: Argentinian, Brazillian, Mexican / Accessible

Bringing a burst of Latin energy to the corner of Yonge & Front, Ceci Bar serves up vibrant Pan-Latin cuisine and creative cocktails in a fun, feel-good setting. From its lively dining room to its large covered patio, Ceci is the perfect spot to sip, share, and soak up the spirit of the season.

Click here to make a reservation

$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Beef Empanada: ceci slaw, chiminasty or mushroom empanada (vegetarian option available)
• Ceci Green Salad: haven greens, guacamole, cucumbers, citrus vinaigrette (vegetarian/vegan)
• Ceci Toast: half tomato, half guacamole, pico de gallo (vegetarian/vegan)
Roasted Tomato Soup: chipotle, queso fresco (vegetarian)

Main Dish
• Charred Chicken Chipotle Rigatoni: creamy chipotle sauce, sourdough, cherry tomatoes
• Pork Carnitas Tacos: two pieces, refried beans or two pieces mushroom birria (vegetarian option available)
• Torta Cubano: smoked ham, shaved beef asado, swiss cheese, pickles, yellow mustard, fries
• Grilled Tofu + Pineapple Fried Rice: sesame oil, ginger, seared greens (vegetarian)
• Cajun Fish Tostadas: crispy tortilla, ceci slaw, salsa verde, pico (gluten free)

Dessert
• Chocolate Mousse: berries, cocoa nibs (vegetarian/vegan)
• Cafe Con Leche Panna Cotta: shortbread cookie (vegetarian)
• Tropical Sorbet: lemon, pineapple slice, tajín (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)

$45 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Beet Salad: feta jalapeño dressing, chili honey, toasted pepitas (vegetarian)
• Roasted Tomato Soup: chipotle, queso fresco (vegetarian)
• Smashed Avocado + Chips: tropical chips, tortillas, pico de gallo (vegetarian/vegan)
• Red Chorizo Tostada: crispy tortilla, refried beans, salsa verde, pico de gallo

Main Dish
• Grilled Chocken Rigatoni: creamy chipotle sauce, sourdough, cherry tomatoes
• Beef Milanesa: ancho bbq, crispy yuca, nasty aïoli
• Pork Chop + Mole: fingerling potatoes, squash, pickled vegetables
• Grilled Tofu + Pineapple Fried Rice: sesame oil, ginger, seared greens (vegetarian)
• Seared Salmon: coconut + achiote stew, roasted squash, crispy hominy

Hothouse Restaurant & Bar

35 Church St / 416-366-7800 / Cuisine: American, comfort food, Italian / Accessible

Located in the historic St. Lawrence neighbourhood, Hothouse Restaurant & Bar is situated amongst many of the city’s iconic landmarks and entertainment hotspots, offering delicious food made from scratch with the freshest ingredients, and great hospitality.

Click here to make a reservation

$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Calamari a la Planacha: tender calamari marinated in premium olive oil, fresh lemon and garlic, then flash-seared à la plancha, finished with parsley, a touch of piri-piri and a drizzle of balsamic glaze (gluten-free)
• Pintxos Morunos: Andalusian-inspired grilled chicken skewers served with vibrant mojo verde and smoky mojo picón, garnished with a fresh lemon wedge and parsley (gluten-free)
• Beets, Roots and Sprouts: Local greens & berries, vegetable ribbons, freshly roasted red and yellow beets, strawberry vinaigrette and local goat cheese (vegetarian/gluten free)

Main Dish
• Bifana: a classic portuguese pork sandwich featuring thinly sliced pork marinated in white wine, garlic and traditional spices, pan-fried and served on a soft portuguese bun, accompanied by torres black truffle chips and a dollop of hot mustard
• Carbonara: a classic roman pasta made with a silky sauce of egg yolks, aged pecorino romano, crisp pancetta and freshly cracked black pepper, all tossed with hot spaghetti
• Tuscan Gnocchi: Local handmade gnocchi tossed aglio e olio with roasted artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, fresh spinach, confit tomatoes, a splash of lemon and crumbled feta (vegetarian)

Dessert
• Crème Brûlée: rich bourbon vanilla bean custard with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust, served with berries(vegetarian)
• Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Cake: fresh orange zest and cardamom in a fragrant and tender olive oil cake, served with fresh lemon mascarpone cream (vegetarian)
• Bougatsa: flaky, buttery phyllo pastry filled with warm, creamy custard, dusted with powdered sugar and crème fraîche (vegetarian)

$45 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Calamari a la Plancha: tender calamari marinated in premium olive oil, fresh lemon and garlic, then flash-seared à la plancha, finished with parsley, a touch of piri-piri and a drizzle of balsamic glaze (gluten-free)
• Austrian Venison Tartare: finely hand-diced venison loin seasoned with smoked paprika and mixed with capers, shallots, cornichons, brandy and fresh herbs, finished with a sous-vide egg yolk and gherkin gel, and served alongside housemade grilled focaccia
• Champiñones al Ajillo: A medley of local cremini, button and chestnut mushrooms sautéed with garlic, white wine, parsley and aleppo pepper, finished with crispy nutty beech mushrooms, and served with housemade grilled focaccia (vegetarian)

Main Dish
• Short Rib Stifado: tender braised short rib with caramelized whole shallots in a spiced tomato sauce, served atop delicate orzo pasta
• Tuscan Swordfish: pan-seared swordfish in a rustic sauce of confit cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, capers and garlic, simmered with white wine and tomato, served atop bomba rice (gluten-free)
• Mushroom Gnocchi: a mix of cremini, button and portobello mushrooms in a rich mushroom demi, paired with confit cherry tomatoes and housemade ricotta gnocchi (vegetarian)

Dessert
• Baklava Cheesecake: layers of crisp phyllo and crushed pistachios with a rich, creamy cheesecake filling, finished with crunchy baklava pieces (vegetarian)
• Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Cake: fresh orange zest and cardamom in a fragrant and tender olive oil cake, served with fresh lemon mascarpone cream (vegetarian)
• Bougatsa: flaky, buttery phyllo pastry filled with warm, creamy custard, dusted with powdered sugar and crème fraîche (vegetarian)

Mengrai Thai

82 Ontario St / 416-840-2754 / Cuisine: Thai

Mengrai is the award winning Thai restaurant by Iron Chef winner Chef Sasi who creates authentic Royal Thai cuisine with a modern twist, served in a charming former beer brewery warehouse.

Click here to make a reservation

$35 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Golden Flower with Chicken Piccalillis: crispy pastry filled with sweet bell peppers coulis, soy (can substitute with Taro Yam Veg Roll for gluten free option)
• Crispy Coconut Panko Shrimp: succulent & savoury crispiness – crusted with panko (can substitute with Taro Yam Veg Roll for gluten free option or Chicken Dumpling for non-seafood option)
• Green Mango Salad: sweet soy, onion, bell peppers, chili flakes, with side of peanut topping (optional) (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Golden Flower with Tofu Piccalillis: Crispy pastry filled with sweet bell peppers coulis, soy, garlic topped with roasted scallions (can substitute with gluten free Cold Spring Roll) (vegetarian/vegan)
• Bangkok Veggie Dumpling: filled with mixed vegetables, garlic, sesame oil, ginger (can substitute with • • Taro Yam Veg Roll for gluten free option) (vegetarian/vegan)

Choice of Non-Vegetarian or Vegetarian Platter. Each platter comes with three items and is specially curated to start your Winterlicious adventure. Gluten free or non-seafood options available upon request.

Main Dish
• #54 Red Curry Chicken with Pineapple & Lychee: a must try seductive signature dish of Iron Chef Champion Chef Sasi , with a nice balance of flavours, served with side steamed jasmine rice (tofu vegan option available) (gluten free)
• Filet of Striped Bass with Tamarind Coconut Sauce & Steamed Greens: a crowd favourite, with tamarind coconut sauce, steamed Asian greens, garlic, served with side steamed jasmine rice (gluten free)
• Basil Chicken: wok fried with dried chili and a melange of great flavours, served with side steamed jasmine rice (gluten free or non-spicy available upon request)
• Khao Soi Noodles with Chicken: famous Northern Noodles! Rice noodles in aromatic coconut curry broth with braised leg of chicken, topped with crispy noodles for added crunch (gluten free option available upon request)
• Original-styled Veggie Pad Thai Noodles: popular street-styled famous pad thai with side of crushed peanuts (optional) (available with chicken upon request) (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Vegetarian Delight with Tibetan Bai Ling Mushroom: popular vegan wok fry dish, served with side steamed jasmine rice (gluten free option available upon request) (vegetarian/vegan)
• Green Curry Vegetarian with Tofu: curry coconut sauce, eggplant, baby corn, bamboo shoot, served with side steamed jasmine rice (Red Curry and mild options available upon request) (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)

Dessert
• Thai Mango Sticky Rice: popular Thai dessert – sweet coconut rice with fresh mango (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Vegan Mango Cheesecake: made with cashew & arrow root flour – a popular vegan and gluten free dessert (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Pandan Coconut Cupcake: egg, wheat flour, great combination of pandan and coconut that melts in your mouth

Nami Japanese Restaurant

55 Adelaide St E / 416-362-7373 / Cuisine: Japanese

Located in the downtown core and operating since 1984, Nami is Toronto’s oldest and well known Japanese restaurant. Walking through the front doors of Nami is like taking a trip to Kyoto.

Click here to make a reservation.

$55 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer (all appetizers are served with miso soup)
• Sashimi: five pieces of sashimi (2pcs salmon, 1pc shiromi white fish, 1pc hokkaido scallop, 1pc amaebi sweet shrimp) (gluten-free)
• Tempura: choice of four shrimp or seven vegetables or mixed (two shrimp, three vegetablese
• BC Tuna Avocado Salad: BC tuna and avocado with chef’s dressing
• Oysters: three fresh oysters served with lemon and ponzu sauce (gluten free)
• Grilled Vegetables: chef’s choice of mixed grilled vegetables (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)

Main Dish
• Assorted Sushi: eight pieces of sushi, chef’s choice (including akami bluefin red tuna, salmon, and shiromi white fish) (gluten free)
• Salmon Ikura Don: sliced salmon sashimi over sushi rice, topped with a touch of ikura
• Gindara Saikyo-Yaki: grilled black cod marinated in chef’s saikyo-miso and served with a bowl of rice (gluten free)
• Unagi Warayaki Don: grilled eel smoked with Japanese straw, served over rice
• Harami Steak: Angus outside skirt steak grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with a bowl of rice (gluten-free)

Dessert
• Miso Cheesecake: miso, cream cheese, egg, shortbread
• Matcha Soy Panna Cotta: green tea, soy milk (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
• Anko Mochi ICe Cream: red bean, rice cake, vanilla ice cream (gluten-free)

$75 Dinner plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Sashimi: five pieces of sashimi (2pcs salmon, 1pc shiromi white fish, 1pc hokkaido scallop, 1pc amaebi sweet shrimp) (gluten-free)
• Tempura: choice of four shrimp or seven vegetables or mixed (two shrimp, three vegetables)
• BC Tuna Avocado Salad: BC tuna and avocado with chef’s dressing
• Oysters: three fresh oysters served with lemon and ponzu sauce (gluten free)
• Beef Tartare: Angus beef with chef’s wasabi mayonnaise
• Grilled Vegetables: chef’s choice of mixed grilled vegetables (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)

Main Dish
• Assorted Sushi: eight pieces of sushi, chef’s choice (including chutoro medium fatty bluefin tuna, salmon and shiromi white fish) (gluten free)
• Maguro Zukushi Don: premium cuts of different parts of bluefin tuna over sushi rice
• Sushi and Maki: assorted six pieces of sushi, chef’s choice and six pieces of maki rolls (choice of roll: spicy tuna, spicy salmon, salmon avocado, shrimp tempura) (gluten-free)
• Pan-Seared Suzuki: pan-seared sea bass with chef’s sansho brown butter sauce, served with vegetables
• Wagyu Steak: Wagyu striploin steak grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with vegetables (gluten free)

Dessert
• Miso Cheesecake: miso, cream cheese, egg, shortbread
• Matcha Soy Panna Cotta: green tea, soy milk (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
• Anko Mochi Ice Cream: red bean, rice cake, vanilla ice cream (gluten-free)

Notte Ristorante (formerly Amano Trattoria)

9 Church St / 647-349-7297 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

At Notte Ristorante (formerly Amano Trattoria), authentic Italian flavours, premium ingredients, and a lively atmosphere come together to create a truly memorable evening

Click here to make a reservation

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Truffle Salad: baby gem, fresh apple, pecorino, black truffle vinaigrette
• Tuna Tonnato: caper & fennel relish, tonnato sauce, marsala glaze, pangrattato, olives
• Beef Carpaccio: pickled beech mushrooms, hazelnut emulsion, lemon, parmigiano reggiano, greens

Main Dish
• Squash & Mushroom Risotto: maitake mushrooms, squash rice, white wine, parmigiano reggiano, aged balsamic, sage
• Grilled Branzino: lobster bisque, ’nduja oil, grilled fennel, sicilian olives, herb salad, capers
• Cornish Hen: crispy polenta, romesco sauce, hazelnuts, herbs, hen jus
Roasted Porchetta: prosciutto stuffed pork belly, chicharron, potatoes, bomba rapini, salsa verde

Dessert
• Nonna’s Tiramisu: savoiardi cookie, espresso, mascarpone, marsala
• Pistachio Cannoli: pistachio cream, candied pistachios, white chocolate, pistachio sauce
• Chocolate Torta: gianduja crémeux, candied hazelnut, chocolate crumbs, vanilla chantilly

OEB Breakfast Co.

20 Toronto St / 437-880-8291 / Cuisine: Canadian, European, French/ Accessible

Chef-driven farm-to-table cuisine.

Click here to make a reservation

$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Deep Fried Pierogies: peperonata, sour cream (vegetarian)
• Fresh Fruit (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free)
• Beef-Tallow Fried Herb Potatoes

Main Dish
• Southwest Chorizo Hash: crumbled chorizo, roasted potatoes, sweet corn, pinto beans, mushrooms, bell peppers, red onions, salsa roja, avocado, pickled jalapeños, cow feta, fresh cilantro, sunny side egg
• Chicken & Waffles: crispy waffle, sweet & spicy fried chicken, warm salted caramel, micro arugula, pickles, Quebec maple syrup (waffle contains almond extract)
• The Soul in a Bowl: artisan cheese curds, slow cooked bacon lardons
• Falafel Burger: falafel, chickpea hummus, tzatziki, tomato, pickled onion, cucumber, fresh herbs, sesame seeds, japanese milk bun (vegetarian)

Dessert
• Baked Apple Griddle Stack: house baked apple topping, chantilly cream, buttermilk pancakes (vegetarian)
• Do Not Even Go There: French style crêpe, vanilla custard, berries, banana, fresh whipped cream, pistachios, almonds, Quebec maple syrup
• Belgian Waffle: Quebec maple syrup, salted butter, powdered sugar (contains almond extract, gluten-free, vegetarian)

The Berczy Tavern

The Berczy Tavern, 69 Front St E/ 647-479-0279 / Cuisines: American, Canadian, Mediterranean / Accessible

Step into The Berczy Tavern and enjoy contemporary cuisine, crafted cocktails, and live music blended seamlessly with the timeless charm of Toronto’s heritage district.

Click here to make a reservation.

$41 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Shrimp Cocktail: poached white gulf shrimp, cocktail sauce, lemon (5pc)
• The Tavern Caesar: baby gem lettuce, crispy pork belly, anchovy, parmesan, focaccia croutons (local)
• Burratini Salad: mixed chicory, pickled currants, sherry vinaigrette, burnt honey, herbs (vegetarian/gluten-free/local)

Main Dish
• Duck Confit Salad: cabbage slaw, apple, radish, chili, nuoc cham dressing, cashews (local)
• Mushroom Risotto: sunchoke puree, grilled maitake mushroom, chive, Jerusalem artichoke (vegetarian/gluten free/local)
• Steelhead Trout: currant and caper puree, harissa roasted cauliflower, black olive, parsley (gluten free)

Dessert
• Banana Bread Pudding: cream cheese mousse, candied walnuts, toffee sauce (vegetarian/local)
• Coconut Pavlova: crunchy meringue, coconut custard, passion fruit sorbet, vanilla chantilly, lime (vegetarian/gluten free/local)
• Sorbeto: seasonal flavour (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Burratini Salad: mixed chicory, pickled currants, sherry vinaigrette, burnt honey, herbs (vegetarian/gluten-free/local)
• Beet Carpaccio: whipped feta, grainy mustard, horseradish, aged balsamic, anchovy vinaigrette, pistachio (gluten free/local)
• Tuna Tostada: yellowfin tuna, avocado mayo, lime, cilantro, jalapeño

Main Dish
• Mushroom Risotto: sunchoke puree, grilled maitake mushroom, chive, Jerusalem artichoke (vegetarian/gluten-free/local)
• Steelhead Trout: currant and caper puree, harissa roasted cauliflower, black olive, parsle (gluten free)
• Braised Beef Cheek: cauliflower “rice”, Jerusalem artichoke, red wine jus, mizuna mix (local)

Dessert
• Banana Bread Pudding: cream cheese mousse, candied walnuts, toffee sauce (vegetarian/local)
• Coconut Pavlova: crunchy meringue, coconut custard, passion fruit sorbet, vanilla chantilly, lime (vegetarian/gluten free/local)
• Sorbeto: seasonal flavour (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)

The Chef’s House

George Brown College, 215 King St E / 416-415-2260 / Cuisines: Canadian, Global / Accessible

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, The Chefs’ House is an innovative concept restaurant run by students from George Brown College’s Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts. Under the the guidance of a professional instruction team, hospitality and culinary arts students put their skills into practice working in tandem to create, prepare and serve gourmet meals, alongside a wide selection of Canadian and international wines, craft beers, and in-house cocktails.

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Sunchoke Soup: spiced almonds, chili, pear (vegetarian)
• Charred Broccolini Salad: cauliflower purée, pumpkin reeds, radicchio, baby kale, citronette (vegetarian)
• Terrine de Campagne: pork & chicken liver pâté, pistachio, TCH Mustard, pickles, Brioche toast

Main Dish
• Chicken Pibil: achiote, red onion pickle, charred salsa Verde, black beans, Cotija cheese
• Spinach Falafel: pickled Persian cucumbers, harissa couscous, tahini and lime dressing (vegetarian)
• Sea Bream Grenoblois: fondant potato, swiss chard

Dessert
• Meyer lemon tart with candied kumquats, bergamot meringues
• Chocolate crème brûlée with walnut and cacao nib biscotti
• Sticky toffee pudding with caramel ice cream

$45 Dinner Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Jerusalem artichoke soup: spiced almonds, chili, pear (vegetarian/gluten-free)
• Malt Glazed Smoked Salmon: quark, knäckebrot, beets
• Terrine de Campagne: pork & chicken liver pâté, pistachio, TCH Mustard, pickles, Brioche toast

Main Dish
• Chicken Pibil: achiote, red onion pickle, charred salsa Verde, black beans, Cotija cheese
• Spinach falafel: pickled Persian cucumbers, harissa couscous, tahini and lime dressing (vegetarian)
• Sea Bream Grenoblois: fondant potato, swiss chard

Dessert
• Meyer lemon tart with candied kumquats, bergamot meringues
• Chocolate crème brûlée with walnut and cacao nib biscotti
• Sticky toffee pudding with caramel ice cream

The Joneses

33 Yonge St #100/ 647-258-5209 / Cuisines: American / Accessible

At the corner of Yonge and Wellington, The Joneses offers a playful take on comfort food in a mid-century modern-inspired setting. The menu features premium steaks, standout seafood, fresh pastas, and crave-worthy classics, all complemented by a bold cocktail and wine program. Guests can dine indoors or unwind in the stylish solarium—an inviting covered patio. The Joneses delivers a heaping dose of nostalgia in Toronto’s bustling downtown core.

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$41 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Midwest Cabbage Soup: local green cabbage, toasted rye bread, fresh dill, olive oil (vegetarian)
• K-Town Tuna Tartare: gochujang dressing, roasted yam, pickled radish, seaweed wontons
• Joneses Caeser: double-smoked bacon, romaine, broccoli, brioche croutons, parmigiano-reggiano, roasted garlic dressing
• Beets & Feta: candy cane + red beets, spiced walnuts, tahini, dill, mint, aged apple cider vinegar (vegetarian/gluten free)

Main Dish
• Grandma’s Chicken Pot Pie: creamy chicken velouté, carrots, peas, puff pastry, mashed spuds or green salad
• Salisbury Steak: AAA ground chuck patty, creamed potato, buttered spinach, rich mushroom gravy
• Roasted Butternut, Leek & Lentil Casserole: tater tot crust, carolinian farms squash, fried rosemary (vegetarian)
• Crispy Battered Haddock Sandwich: sliced cheese, bread + butter pickles, iceberg, tartar sauce, fresh cut fries

Dessert
• Not an Old Fashioned Jelly Roll: vanilla sponge, maraschino jelly, shirley temple syrup, orange coulis (vegetarian)
• Banana & Marshmallow Bread Pudding: bearface triple oak whisky caramel sauce (vegetarian)
• Delicious Chocolate Cake: coffee + chocolate sponge, dark chocolate icing, chocolate curls (vegetarian)

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Midwest Cabbage Soup: local green cabbage, toasted rye bread, fresh dill, olive oil (vegetarian)
• K-Town Tuna Tartare: gochujang dressing, roasted yam, pickled radish, seaweed wontons
• Joneses Caesar: double-smoked bacon, romaine, broccoli, brioche croutons, parmigiano-reggiano, roasted garlic dressing
• Beets & Feta: candy cane + red beets, spiced walnuts, tahini, dill, mint, aged apple cider vinegar (vegetarian/gluten free)

Main Dish
• Pitmaster’s Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese: slow cooked pork shoulder, henderson bbq sauce, extra cheesy cheddar sauce, fresh curds, parmesan crumbs
• Salisbury Short Rib: braised canadian beef short rib, black truffle mashed potatoes, heirloom carrot, shitake mushroom gravy
• Roasted Butternut, Leek & Lentil Casserole: tater tot crust, Carolinian Farms squash, fried rosemary (vegetarian)
• Blackened Cod Fish: the joneses ‘rice-a-roni’ with vermicelli, tomatoes + peas, served with citrus labneh

Dessert
• Not an Old Fashioned Jelly Roll: vanilla sponge, maraschino jelly, shirley temple syrup, orange coulis (vegetarian)
• Banana & Marshmallow Bread Pudding: bearface triple oak whisky caramel sauce (vegetarian)
• Delicious Chocolate Cake: coffee + chocolate sponge, dark chocolate icing, chocolate curls (vegetarian)

The Sultan’s Tent & Cafe Moroc

49 Front St E / 416-961-0601 / Cuisine: French, Moroccan

Located in one of the oldest flat iron buildings in Toronto, steps from the St. Lawrence Market and Berczy Park, The Sultan’s Tent & Café Moroc has been delivering memorable experiences to residents and visitors for over 20 years. The elegant décor partnered with the unique and flavourful menus offer a lush French Moroccan experience, enhanced with nightly belly dancing in lantern-lit tents among jewel-toned pillows.

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$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Red Lentil Soup: tomato, carrot, onion, garlic, cumin (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)
• Maftoul: ground beef, raisins, cashews, pastry, chipotle aioli (local)
• Fattoush Salad: romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, radish, green onions, parsley, mint, sumac, citrus & olive oil dressing, pomegranate, pita (vegetarian/vegan/local)
• Hummus: made fresh daily in-house, accompanied by pita bread or fresh cucumbers (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)<.br>

Main Dish
• Chicken Tajine: chicken braised with spices, garlic, onion, loves & preserved lemons, topped with caramelized onions & raisins (gluten free/local)
• Lamb Tajine: slow cooked lamb cubes, ras el hanout spices, onions, garlic, apricot (gluten free/local)
• Meatball Tajine: Moroccan spiced beef meatballs, tomato sauce, poached eggs, herbs (gluten free/local)
• Amazigh Tajine: Berber style vegetable medley, tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, potatoes, turnip in Moroccan spiced tomato sauce (vegetarian/vegan/gluten free/local)>/br>
• Mediterranean Salmon: salmon baked with Mediterranean spices: cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, topped with lemon caper dill sauce (gluten free/local)

Moroccan Traditional Tajines served with choice of Rice, Couscous or Mashed Potatoes

Dessert
• Baklava: Phyllo pastry, walnuts, pistachios, orange blossom drizzle (vegetarian/local)
• Tiramisu: ladyfinger cookies dipped in coffee, whipped mixture of egg yolks, sugar, and mascarphone (vegetarian/local)
• Rice Pudding: cinnamon, raisins, rose water (vegetarian/gluten free/local)

Uncle Tony’s

Uncle Tony’s, 38 Wellington St / 416-455-6650 / Cuisines: Italian / Accessible

Nestled in the heart of the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood, Uncle Tony’s offers an Old World traditional Italian charm and delicious, authentic Italian cuisine.

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Soup of the Day
• Cauliflower Fritters (vegan/gluten free)
• Italian Mixed Green Salad
• Caesar Salad
• Nonna’s Meatballs

Complimentary bruschetta

Main Dish
• Linguini with Shrimp & Vegetables in Garlic Olive Oil
• Rigatoni Bolognese
• Fusilli Primavera (vegan)
• Penne with Chicken & Mushrooms in Rosé Sauce
• Fat Tony’s Pizza
• Veal or Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich with Fries

Dessert
• Homemade Tiramisu
• Cheesecake
• Chocolate Raspberry Tartufo
• White Chocolate & Hazelnut Tartufo
• Fresh Fruit Salad (vegan / gluten free)

$45 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
• Arancini (vegetarian)
• Cauliflower Fritters (vegan/gluten free)
• Italian Mixed Green Salad
• Caprese Salad
• Grilled Shrimp

Complimentary bruschetta

Main Dish
• Linguine Frutti di Mare
• Salmon al Funghi
• Eggplant Parmigiana (vegetarian)
• Pollo alla Parmigiana
• Beef Stew
• Homemade Lasagna

Dessert
• Homemade Tiramisu
• Cheesecake
• Chocolate Raspberry Tartufo
• White Chocolate & Hazelnut Tartufo
• Fresh Fruit Salad (vegan / gluten free)

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Oldtown — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 21:32:28 +0000

Winterlicious has arrived in Old Town Toronto and your favourite restaurants are serving up hot 3-course fixed price meals starting at $27 from January 31st – February 13th. Check out the menus below and hit up an old favourite, or try somewhere new.

Amano Trattoria

9 Church St / 647-349-7297 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

At Amano Trattoria, authentic Italian flavours, premium ingredients, and a lively atmosphere come together to create a truly memorable evening

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$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Truffle Salad: baby gem, fresh apple, parmigiano, chives, black truffle vinaigrette (vegetarian/gluten-free)
White Fish Crudo: pickled mussels, yogurt, herbs and crispy shallots
Beef Carpaccio: pickled beech mushrooms, hazelnut emulsion, lemon, parmigiano, greens (gluten-free)

Main Dish
Squash & Maitake Risotto: Ontario squash puree, maitake mushroom, white wine, chives, lemon
Grilled Branzino: charred rapini & caulini, olive sauce, parsley bagna cauda, red chili bomba
Slow Roasted Porchetta: prosciutto stuffed pork belly, chicharron, bomba rapini & caulini, potatoes, salsa verde

Dessert
Nonna’s Tiramisu: savoiardi cookie, espresso, marsala zabaione, shaved chocolate
Warm Brownie a la Mode: dark chocolate brownie, vanilla gelato, caramel sauce, chocolate crumbs
Mixed Berry Pavlova: crunchy meringue, mixed berry compote, yogurt mousse, vanilla chantilly

Bar Goa

Bar Goa, 36 Toronto St / 416-350-8188 / Cuisines: Indian / Accessible

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Junglee Fried Chicken Caesar Salad: extra crisp romaine and shredded kale, fried chicken, shaved parmesan, garlic butter croutons, fresh lemon, creamy Caesar raita
Crispy Calamari: deep fried calamari, scallions, jalapenos, white pepper and five spices, served with a sweet & chili sauce
Samosa Waffle Fries: pastry filled with potatoes and green peas, served with waffle fries (vegetarian)
Calamari Fritti: tender rings of calamari in a cornmeal crust served with red pepper aioli

Main Dish
Keema Pau: bison keema, pickled radish, coriander pau
Tandoori Chicken Fajitas: cilantro white basmati, corn, pico de Gallo, avocado mash, mint cilantro chutney
Short Ribs Vindaloo: beef short ribs in vindaloo sauce served with mini garlic naan
Pan Seared Chicken: skin on chicken breast, pan seared and served on a bed of wild mushroom orzo
Vegetable Biryani: mixed vegetables cooked in a clay pot with rice and spices, served with raita and mirchi salan (vegetarian)

Dessert
Mango Lassi Panna Cotta
Warm Toffee Pudding
Spiced Chocolate

$45 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Chicken Masala Fry Taco: chicken masala fry, chives in mint kulcha
Prawn Balchao Toast: tiger shrimp in sicy tomato chilli, tamarind sauce, red radish, prawn chilli oil on a Japanese bread toast
Mushroom Chai with Kebab: chanterelle, porcini, and shiitake mushrooms, saffron roti, white truffle mushroom chai (can be made vegan upon request, vegan/vegetarian)
Lamb Chop: fenugreek mint sauce, strawberry chilli chutney, Bengali mustard

Main Dish
Organic Baby Chicken: makhani sauce, fenugreek, charcoal smoked, served with mini naan
Branzino Fish Curry: baby spinach & sea lettuce poriyal, roasted moilee, served with house basmati
Charcoal Smoked Tandoori Steak: seared tandoori steak cooked in salan & fenugreek potatoes
Lasuni Palak Paneer: roasted garlic, baby spinach, nutmeg & rogan sauce, served with mini naan (vegetarian)

Dessert
Mango Lassi Panna Cotta
Warm Toffee Pudding
Spiced Chocolate

Biagio Ristorante

155 King St E / 416-366-4040 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

Located in Toronto’s beautiful and historic St. Lawrence Hall, Biagio Ristorante has been serving authentic, classic northern Italian cuisine and an extensive array of wines since 1989. Enjoy an elegant dinner in the gorgeous dining room or on the intimate garden patio with gas lamp posts, welcomed by knowledgeable and experienced staff.

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$48 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Soup of the Day: vegetarian
Insalata Caprese: vine tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and extra virgin olive oil
Polpo Alla Griglia: grilled octopus with slightly spicy aioli sauce, arugula and cherry tomatoes

Main Dish
Risotto Di Mare: carnaroli rice with a mix of seafood
Paccheri Alla Boscaiola: large rigatoni in a rosé sauce with mushrooms and peas (vegetarian)
Pollo Alla Montanara: breaded chicken breast with white wine sauce and mushrooms
Risotto Di Marepaccheri: Alla Boscaiolapollo Alla Montanara

Dessert
Tiramisu: lady fingers soaked in espresso coffee with mascarpone cream and zabaglione (vegetarian)
Mousse Nocciola E Cioccolato: hazelnut and chocolate mousse with crème anglaise (vegetarian)
Panna Cotta Al Limoncello: cream pudding flavoured with limoncello, with chocolate ganache and walnut (vegetarian)

$65 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Soup of the Day: vegetarian
Burrata E Panzanella: burrata cheese served with toasted bread, tomato and onion salad (vegetarian)
Polenta E Funghi: grilled polenta (corn meal) with a sausage & mushroom ragout sauce

Main Dish
Orara All’Acqua Pazza: Mediterranean sea bream fillet with a white wine, cherry tomato & caper sauce
Stinco D’Agnello: lamb shank braised in a red wine & tomato vegetable sauce
Gnocchi Al 4 Formaggi: potato gnocchi in a 4-cheese sauce (fontina, mozzarella, parmigiano & gorgonzola) (vegetarian)

Biff’s Bistro

Biff’s Bistro, 2 Front St E / 416-860-0086 / Cuisines: Bistro, French / Accessible

Experience a slice of European enchantment at Biff’s Bistro. Offering traditional French bistro favourites that are humble yet full of flavour, indulge in seasonal cuisine in the warm and inviting dining room.

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$41 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Bisque: seafood soup, saffron aïoli, baguette
Chicken Liver Parfait: housemade pickles, mustard, grilled sourdough
Onion Tart: salted ricotta, arugula, balsamic glaze (vegetarian)
Pear & Blue Cheese Salad: Roquefort cheese, spiced walnuts, winter greens, Banyuls vinaigrette (vegetarian)

Main Dish
Steak Sandwich: shaved roast sirloin, horseradish aïoli, Bibb lettuce, tomato, brioche, fries
Poulet: chicken suprême, kale, herbed spätzle, mushroom sauce
Atlantic Salmon: brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, mustard cream sauce, dill
Pan Seared Chicken: skin on chicken breast, pan seared and served on a bed of wild mushroom orzo
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli: squash, hazelnuts, brown butter, sage (vegetarian)

Dessert
Creme Caramel: vanilla custard, caramel sauce, oat crumble (vegetarian)
Basque Pumpkin Cheesecake: butterscotch, toasted pecans (vegetarian)
Pot Au Chocolat: chocolate custard, Chantilly cream, almond tuile (vegetarian)

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Main Dish
Braised Beef: beef shank, carrots, mashed potatoes, red wine, crispy onion
Truffled Chicken: kale, herbed spätzle, roasted mushrooms, truffle velouté
Atlantic Salmon: Brussels sprouts, squash risotto, curry aïoli
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli: celeriac, brown butter, hazelnuts, salsify chips, Parmigiano-Reggiano (vegetarian)

Ceci Bar

33 Yonge St / 437-253-1613 / Cuisine: Argentinian, Brazillian, Mexican / Accessible

Situated at Yonge & Front, Ceci Bar invites guests to a year-round escape infused with vibrant Latin flair. The lively cantina brings an electric buzz, imaginative eats and spirited service to downtown Toronto.

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Grilled Caesar Salad: romaine, roasted garlic dressing, anchovies, parmigiano-reggiano, tortilla crumbs
Roasted Beet Salad: poblano pepper and cilantro sauce, sesame, pomegranate, lime (vegetarian/vegan)
Smashed Avocado + Chips: tropical chips, tortillas, pico de Gallo (vegetarian/vegan)
Roasted Cauliflower Tostada: spicy, smoky sesame, tomato spread, sikil pak, salsa roja (vegetarian/vegan)

Main Dish
Cripsy Plancha Chicken + Hominy Corn Stew: pozole, hominy corn, chillies, shredded green cabbage, salsa verde, lime
Juan’s Pork Carnitas Tacos: two pieces, house salad
Mushroom Birria Tacos: beer-battered haddock house salt, cabbage, fries, lime aioli
Cubano Sandwich: crusty roll, smoked ham, roast pork, swiss cheese, yellow mustard, house frie
Cauliflower Fried Rice: marinated + roasted cauliflower, ancho glaze, chicory, spinach

Dessert
Chocolate Espresso Mousse: coconut, shaved chocolate (vegetarian/vegan)
Flanna Cotta: salted caramel, churro crumble (vegetarian)
Ceci Sundae: haskap berry, lime + brown sugar lace cookie, vanilla ice cream (vegetarian)

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Grilled Caesar Salad: romaine, roasted garlic dressing, anchovies, parmigiano-reggiano, tortilla crumbs
Roasted Beet Salad: poblano pepper and cilantro sauce, sesame, pomegranate, lime (vegetarian/vegan)
Empanada: Gaucho Pie Co. mushroom (vegan) or beef empanada, cabbage, chiminasty sauce (vegetarian/vegan)
Ceci Avocado Toast: crushed tomato, guacamole, sourdough toast (vegetarian/vegan)

Main Dish
Cripsy Plancha Chicken + Hominy Corn Stew: pozole, hominy corn, chillies, shredded green cabbage, salsa verde, lime
Juan’s Pork Carnitas Tacos: two pieces, house salad
Mushroom Birria Tacos: beer-battered haddock house salt, cabbage, fries, lime aioli
Chorizo Rigatoni: spicy pork sausage, malbec wine, tomato, oregano, green pepper sofrito, parmigiano-reggiano
Cauliflower Fried Rice: marinated + roasted cauliflower, ancho glaze, chicory, spinach
Seared Salmon: carrots al pastor, crispy rice, poblano pepper, scallion sauce, spicy aji mayo

Hothouse Restaurant & Bar

35 Church St / 416-366-7800 / Cuisine: American, comfort food, Italian / Accessible

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Winter Panzanella Salad: herbed croutons, roasted beets, roasted butternut squash, pomegranate seeds, grapefruit fillets, crumbled blue cheese, grapefruit vinaigrette (vegetarian/gluten-free)
Cream of Roasted Parsnip Soup: garnished with roasted root vegetables and micro cilantro (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Buffalo Chicken Wings: fried chicken wings tossed in buffalo sauce with blue cheese dip
Garlic Cheesy Bread: baked garlic focaccia with mozzarella cheese and side marinara sauce (vegetarian)

Main Dish
Hot Chicken Sandwich: hot chicken closed face sandwich served with mashed potatoes, minted green peas, and finished with chicken gravy
Beef Pot Pie: minced beef and vegetables in a delicious savoury pastry, served with onion gravy and side heritage salad
Fish and Chips: beer battered and fried cod served with french fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce
Veggie Wellington: medley of seasonal vegetables, mushrooms, butternut squash, sautéed spinach, carrots, roasted peppers (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)

Dessert
Coconut Cream Pie: creamy smooth coconut custard with roasted coconut flakes, whipped cream, and flaky pie crust (vegetarian)
Banana Split: traditional banana split with chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla ice cream, topped with chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and maraschino cherries (vegetarian)
Golden Carrot Tart: saffron-infused carrot pudding in a crisp tart shell, topped with Chantilly cream and shaved chocolate (vegetarian)

$45 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Main Dish
Cottage Pie: minced beef and vegetables topped with mashed potatoes and served with onion gravy and heritage greens
Pork and Beans: sous vide and roasted pork belly served over 12hr baked beans (gluten-free)
Canadian Fish Chowder: hearty tomato-based chowder with a medley of Canadian fish, potatoes and vegetables, served with grilled crostini
Veggie Wellington: medley of seasonal vegetables, mushrooms, butternut squash, sautéed spinach, carrots, roasted peppers (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)

Nami Japanese Restaurant

55 Adelaide St E / 416-362-7373 / Cuisine: Japanese

Located in the downtown core and operating since 1984, Nami is Toronto’s oldest and well known Japanese restaurant. Walking through the front doors of Nami is like taking a trip to Kyoto.

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$55 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer (all appetizers are served with miso soup)
Sashimi: five pieces of sashimi, chef’s choice (gluten-free)
Mixed Vegetables: chef’s choice of vegetables grilled with Japanese charcoal (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free
Carpaccio: smoked salmon dressed with chef’s sauce
Tempura: choice of mixed tempura (two pieces of shrimp and three pieces of vegetable) or three pieces of shrimp tempura or six pieces of vegetable tempura
Maguro Avocado: Tuna and avocado with chef’s nori seaweed sauce
Oysters: three pieces of fresh oysters served with lemon and ponzu sauce (gluten-free)

Main Dish
Assorted Sushi: one piece each of maguro, hamachi, salmon and five other pieces of chef’s choice (ingredients decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally, gluten-free)
Mix Sushi Set: one piece of inari sushi, four pieces of unagi bbq eel chumaki rolls and three pieces of sushi of chef’s choice
Bara Chirashi: small pieces of mixed sashimi on a bed of sushi rice (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally, gluten-free)
Gindara Saikyo-yaki: grilled black cod marinated with chef’s saikyo-miso, served with a bowl of steamed rice (gluten-free)
Unagi Warayaki Don: Kabayaki grilled Unagi smoked with wara (Japanese straw) on top of steamed rice
Harami Steak: angus outside skirt steak grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with a bowl of steamed rice (gluten-free)

Dessert
Miso Cheesecake
Ice Cream (gluten-free)
Fruits (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)

$75 Dinner plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Sashimi: five pieces of sashimi, chef’s choice (gluten-free)
Mixed Vegetables: chef’s choice of vegetables grilled with Japanese charcoal (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free
Tempura: choice of mixed tempura (two pieces of shrimp and three pieces of vegetable) or three pieces of shrimp tempura or six pieces of vegetable tempura
Kaki Mizore-ni: simmered oyster in grated daikon radish
Oysters: three pieces of fresh oysters served with lemon and ponzu sauce (gluten-free)

Main Dish
Assorted Sushi: assorted eight pieces of chef’s choice sushi (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally- gluten-free)
Kaisen Chirashi: eight kinds of thinly sliced sashimi on a bed of sushi rice (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally- gluten-free)
Maguro Zukushi: four pieces of blue fin tuna sushi using all different parts including toro fatty tuna, chutoro medium fatty tuna, akami red tuna and four pieces of torotaku chumaki rolls (gluten-free)
Wagyu Steak: Wagyu striploin steak grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with a bowl of steamed rice (gluten-free)
Madai Yuan-Yaki: Japanese sea bream marinated in a chef’s yuan sauce (mixture of soy sauce, sake, mirin and citrus fruit) and grilled, served with a bowl of steamed rice
Buri Daikon: Simmered yellowtail and daikon radish, served with a bowl of steamed rice

Dessert
Miso Cheesecake
Ice Cream (gluten-free)
Fruits (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)

OEB Breakfast Co.

20 Toronto St / 437-880-8291 / Cuisine: Canadian, European, French/ Accessible

Chef-driven farm-to-table cuisine.

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Fresh Fruit (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Blistered Shishito Peppers
Deep Fried Perogies

Main Dish
Chasing Chicken: artisan cheese curds, hand-pulled smoked chicken
Falafel Burger: falafel, chickpea hummus, tzatziki, tomato, pickled onion, cucumber, fresh herbs, sesame seeds, japanese milk bun (vegetarian)
Gnocchi Breakfast Carbonara: gluten-free gnocchie, double smoked bacon, brown butter hollandaise, grana padano, raw yolk, petite wtercress (gluten-free)
Korean Bulgogi Benny: Korean-style shaved inside round beef, peperonata

Dessert
Baked Apple Griddle Stack: house-baked apple topping, chantilly cream, griddlecakes (vegetarian)
French Toast Trifle: broche, lemon curd, fresh berries, pistachios, torched pavlovas (vegetarian)
Belgian Waffle: Quebec maple syrup, salted butter, powdered sugar (contains almond extract, gluten-free, vegetarian)

The Berczy Tavern

The Berczy Tavern, 69 Front St E/ 647-479-0279 / Cuisines: American, Canadian, Mediterranean / Accessible

Step into The Berczy Tavern and enjoy contemporary cuisine, crafted cocktails, and live music blended seamlessly with the timeless charm of Toronto’s heritage district.

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$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Tuna Tostada: yellowfin tuna, avocado mayo, lime, cilantro, jalapeño (gluten-free/local)
Chicken Liver Mousse: mushrooms, pickled pearl onions, sherry gastrique, brioche (local)
Roasted Squash Salad: toasted pumpkin seed, champagne vinaigrette and goat cheese (vegetarian/gluten-free/local)

Main Dish
6oz Hanger Steak: café de paris butter, veal jus, triple cooked fries and garlic aioli (gluten-free)
Seabream: tomato truffle butter sauce, cured cherry tomato, herbs, radish, lemon (local)
Giannone Chicken Supreme: mashed potatoes, bacon, mushrooms, pickled pearl onions, jus (local)
Risotto: sunchoke puree, grilled maitake mushroom, chive (vegetarian/gluten-free/local)

Dessert
Tiramisu Profiterole: marsala zabaione, choux paste, espresso sponge
Dark Chocolate Panna Cotta: chocolate crumble, dark chocolate ganache, raspberry gel
Mixed Berry Cheesecake: vanilla cheesecake, mixed berry compote, yogurt mousse, speculoos crumbs

The Chef’s House

George Brown College, 215 King St E / 416-415-2260 / Cuisines: Canadian, Global / Accessible

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, The Chefs’ House is an innovative concept restaurant run by students from George Brown College’s Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts. Under the guidance of a professional instruction team, hospitality and culinary arts students put their skills into practice in a live restaurant environment, treating guests to a unique dining experience.

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$27 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Jerusalem Artichoke Soup: spiced almonds, chili, pear (vegetarian)
Charred Broccolini Salad: baby kale, citronette (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Terrine de Campagne: TCH mustard, pickles, brioche toast

Main Dish
Chicken Pibil: achiote, red onion pickle, charred salsa Verde, black beans, Cotija cheese
Spinach Falafel: pickled Persian cucumbers, harissa couscous, tahini and lime dressing (vegetarian)
Sea Bream Grenoblois: fondant potato, swiss chard

Dessert
Meyer lemon tart with candied kumquats, bergamot meringues
Chocolate crème brûlée with walnut and cacao nib biscotti
Sticky toffee pudding with caramel ice cream

$35 Dinner Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Jerusalem artichoke soup with spiced almonds, chili, pear (vegetarian/gluten-free)
Malt glazed smoked salmon with quark, knäckebrot, beets
Terrine de campagne with TCH mustard, pickles, brioche toast

Main Dish
Chicken Pibil: achiote, red onion pickle, charred salsa Verde, black beans, Cotija cheese
Spinach falafel: pickled Persian cucumbers, harissa couscous, tahini and lime dressing (vegetarian)
Sea Bream Grenoblois: fondant potato, swiss chard

Dessert
Meyer lemon tart with candied kumquats, bergamot meringues
Chocolate crème brûlée with walnut and cacao nib biscotti
Sticky toffee pudding with caramel ice cream

The Joneses

The Joneses, 33 Yonge St #100/ 647-258-5209 / Cuisines: American / Accessible

Serving quintessential American classics at the corner of Yonge and Wellington, The Joneses’ mid-century modern inspired bar, dining room and lounge offer a funky mix of old and new. Rediscover retro charm with its eclectic menu of premium steaks, pressed sushi, fresh pasta, and Detroit-style pizza, alongside a big, bold cocktail and wine program. One of Toronto’s most buzzworthy new restaurants, enjoy a heaping dose of nostalgia in the city’s bustling downtown core.

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$41 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Waldorf Salad: salt-roasted celeriac, walnut crumble, pickled grapes, granny smith apple, horseradish dressing (vegetarian)
Mushroom Soup: enoki salad, black truffle (vegetarian/vegan)
Roasted Beet Salad: bosc pear, pumpkin seed granola, aged balsamic, watercress (vegetarian)
Fish Cake: albacore tuna, smoked haddock, thousand island dressing, whole grain mustard, savoy cabbage slaw

Main Dish
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich: ranch, iceberg lettuce, dill pickles, beef fat fries
Beef Stroganoff Penne: slow-roasted beef, cream, green peppercorns, caramelized onions, button mushrooms
Seared Tofu Poke Bowl: molasses katsu glaze, avocado, cucumber, sticky rice, marinated cabbage, sesame (vegetarian/vegan)
Miso-Glazed Salmon: sushi rice, charred scallion + wakame, bok choy
All-Dressed Smash Burger: two dry-aged patties, iceberg lettuce, onion, pickles, cheddar cheese, smoky mustard mayo, beef fat fries

Dessert
Sticky Toffee Pudding: molasses caramel, cream cheese (vegetarian)
Apple Pie Panna Cotta: spiced apples, oat crumble
Chocolate Mousse: sour cherries, mint (vegetarian/vegan)

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Main Dish
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich: ranch, iceberg lettuce, dill pickles, beef fat fries
Beef Stroganoff Penne: slow-roasted beef, cream, green peppercorns, caramelized onions, button mushrooms
Seared Tofu Poke Bowl: molasses katsu glaze, avocado, cucumber, sticky rice, marinated cabbage, sesame (vegetarian/vegan)
Miso-Glazed Salmon: sushi rice, charred scallion + wakame, bok choy
BBQ Braised Short Rib: beef, caramel apple bbq sauce, creamy white corn grits, crispy onions

Dessert
Sticky Toffee Pudding: molasses caramel, cream cheese (vegetarian)
Apple Pie Panna Cotta: spiced apples, oat crumble
Chocolate Mousse: sour cherries, mint (vegetarian/vegan)

The Sultan’s Tent & Cafe Moroc

49 Front St E / 416-961-0601 / Cuisine: French, Moroccan

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$65 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Red Lentil Soup: tomato, carrot, onion, garlic, cumin (vegetarian)
Maftoul: ground beef, raisins, cashews, pastry, chipotle aioli
Beet Fusion Salada: beets, goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, spring mix, walnuts, pomegranate vinaigrette (vegetarian/gluten-free)

Main Dish
Braised Lamb Shank: sauteed vegetables, toasted cashews – served with choice of rice, couscous or mashed potatoes
Moroccan Salmon: salmon baked with simple Moroccan spices, cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, topped with lemon caper dill sauce, choice of rice, couscous, or mashed potato
Amazigh Tajine: Berber-style vegetable medley with tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, potatoes, and turnips in Moroccan spiced tomato sauce – served with your choice of rice or couscous (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)

Dessert
Baklava: Phyllo pastry, walnuts, pistachios, orange blossom drizzle
Chocolate Cake with spiced orange syrup
Carrot Cake: caramel glaze

Uncle Tony’s

Uncle Tony’s, 38 Wellington St / 416-455-6650 / Cuisines: Italian / Accessible

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Dessert
Mango Lassi Panna Cotta
Warm Toffee Pudding
Spiced Chocolate

$45 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Dessert
Mango Lassi Panna Cotta
Warm Toffee Pudding
Spiced Chocolate

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Where to Winterlicious in Old Town Toronto 2024

Oldtown — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 17:39:16 +0000

Winterlicious has arrived in Old Town Toronto and your favourite restaurants are serving up hot 3-course price fixed meals starting at $27 from January 26th- February 8th. Check out the menus below and hit up an old favourite, or try something new.

Amano Trattoria

9 Church St / 647-349-7297 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

Amano Trattoria offers a culinary journey in a sophisticated and elegant setting where guests’ experience, exceptional food, and true hospitality are the top priority. Enjoy classic and modern flavours inspired by Chef Michael Angeloni’s Italian heritage alongside a curated wine list, fully stocked cocktail bar and surrounded by friends and family.

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$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Truffle Salad: baby gem, fresh apple, pecorino, black truffle vinaigrette
Nonno Armando’s Crudo: yellowtail, marinated shrimp and squid, saffron and olive dressing & herbs
Beef Carpaccio: pickled mushrooms, hazelnut emulsion, lemon, parm, arugula

Main Dish
24-Hour Short Rib: braised beef short rib, cheese curd polenta, brown butter gremolata
Gallina alla Cacciatora: half cornish hen, olives, mushrooms, green pepper relish, tomato, white wine, marsala
Grilled Rainbow Trout: salt cod puttanesca, garlic sauce, herbs, parsley garlic oil (served medium)
Risotto Milanese: saffron risotto, butter-poached vegetables, herbs, parmesan (vegetarian)

Dessert
Tiramisu: savoiardi cookie, espresso, mascarpone, marsala
Apple Olive Oil Cake: apple compote, cinnamon streusel, vanilla chantilly
Cannoli: ricotta, mascarpone filling, white chocolate citrus

Biagio Ristorante

155 King St E / 416-366-4040 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

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$48 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

$65 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Nami Japanese Restaurant

55 Adelaide St E / 416-362-7373 / Cuisine: Japanese

Located in the downtown core and operating since 1984, Nami is Toronto’s oldest and well known Japanese restaurant. Walking through the front doors of Nami is like taking a trip to Kyoto.

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$55 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer (all appetizers are served with miso soup)
Sashimi: five pieces of sashimi, chef’s choice (gluten-free)
Tempura: choice of mixed tempura (three pieces of shrimp tempura and two pieces of vegetable tempura) or five pieces of shrimp tempura or eight pieces of vegetable tempura
Grilled Vegetables: chef’s choice of vegetables grilled with Japanese charcoal (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Tofu Salad: tofu, seaweed and mixed green salad with chef’s special dressing (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)

Main Dish
Assorted Sushi: assorted eight pieces of sushi including Akami, Hamachi, Salmon and five pieces chef’s choice (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally- gluten-free)
Bara Chirashi: small pieces of mixed sashimi on a bed of sushi rice (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally- gluten-free)
Gindara Saikyo-yaki: grilled black cod marinated with chef’s saikyo-miso, served with a bowl of steamed rice
Unagi Warayaki Don: Kabayaki grilled Unagi smoked with Wara (Japanese straw) on top of steamed rice
Hamachi Kama: smoked Yellowtail neck grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with a bowl of steamed rice (gluten-free)

Dessert
Miso Cheesecake
Hojicha Pudding (gluten-free)
Daifuku Mochi
Fruits with Sake Jelly (gluten-free)

$75 Dinner plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Tai Kabura-mushi: steamed Japanese sea bream with grated Japanese turnip
Kinmedai Soup: Japanese golden eye snapper soup with fish cake and vegetables
Tempura: choice of mixed tempura (three pieces of shrimp tempura and two pieces of vegetable tempura) or five pieces of shrimp tempura or eight pieces of vegetable tempura
Tofu Salad: tofu, seaweed and mixed green salad with chef’s special dressing (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Oyster: four pieces of fresh oysters served with lemon, ponzu and garnish (gluten-free)

Main Dish
Sashimi: assorted ten pieces (five kinds) of chef’s choice of sashimi (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally), served with steamed rice (gluten-free)
Assorted Sushi: assorted eight pieces of chef’s choice sushi (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally- gluten-free)
Kaisen Chirashi: nine kinds of thinly sliced sashimi on a bed of sushi rice (ingredients will be decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally- gluten-free)
Maguro Zukushi: five pieces of bluefin tuna sushi using all different parts including Toro, Chutoro and Akami, with four pieces of Torotaku Chumaki rolls (gluten-free)
Wagyu Steak: four ounces of Japanese wagyu striploin steak grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with a bowl of steamed rice (gluten-free) Sukiyaki (minimum of 2 orders required): sliced Wagyu and Angus beef cooked at the table in a Japanese Tetsunabe iron pot with Nami’s sweet soy broth with vegetables.

Dessert
Miso Cheesecake
Hojicha Pudding (gluten-free)
Fruits with Sake Jelly (gluten-free)

Hothouse Restaurant & Bar

35 Church St / 416-366-7800 / Cuisine: American, comfort food, Italian / Accessible

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$34 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Greek Salad: cucumber, tomato, red onion, Kalamata olive, green pepper, feta, tossed in a Greek vinaigrette (vegetarian/gluten-free)
Tuscany Farro Soup: tomato-based with farro, white beans, vegetables, and kale (vegetarian)
Turkish Pide: Turkish flatbread stuffed with mushrooms, peppers, spinach, and feta cheese (vegetarian)

Main Dish
Stuffed Calamari: tomato and herbed rice pilaf, served on tomato sauce with microgreens, frisée, and radish salad (gluten-free)
Falafel Bowl: hummus, tabouli, tomato, cucumber, radish, red onion, feta, and falafel (vegetarian/vegan / gluten-free)
Mediterranean Chicken Gyro: Greek marinated grilled chicken wrapped in a pita with tzatziki, cucumber, tomato, and red onion. Served with fries
Vegetable Kebab: zucchini, cremini mushroom, red onion, eggplant, peppers, and halloumi cheese, served over yellow rice

Dessert
Lemon Cream Pavlova: fluffy meringue topped with lemon cream and fresh berries (vegetarian/gluten-free)
Orange Cardamom Olive Cake: light and fragrant sponge cake with saffron Chantilly and fresh berries (vegetarian)
Tiramisu: Italian ladyfinger ginger cookies drenched in espresso, Kahlua, brandy, Frangelico and Baileys Irish Cream, covered with layers of sweetened mascarpone cheese and lightly dusted with cocoa powder

$45 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Main Dish
Orange Glazed Roasted Salmon: blood orange glazed 6 oz salmon with lemon herb orzo, and saffron harissa confit fennel
Lamb Moussaka: eggplant casserole with ground lamb, potato, and bechamel Lebanese 7-Spice Chicken Supremeroasted 7-spice rubbed chicken supreme served over a cranberry and apple freekeh
Vegetable Kebab: zucchini, cremini mushroom, red onion, eggplant, peppers, and halloumi cheese, served over yellow rice, and finished with herbed Greek yogurt (vegetarian)

The Chefs’ House

George Brown College, 215 King St E / 416-415-2260 / Cuisines: Canadian, Global / Accessible

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, The Chefs’ House is an innovative concept restaurant run by students from George Brown College’s Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts. Under the guidance of a professional instruction team, hospitality and culinary arts students put their skills into practice in a live restaurant environment, treating guests to a unique dining experience.

Click here to make a reservation.

$27 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Dessert
Meyer lemon tart with candied kumquats, bergamot meringues
Chocolate crème brûlée with walnut and cacao nib biscotti
Sticky toffee pudding with caramel ice cream

$35 Dinner Plus taxes and gratuity

Dessert
Meyer lemon tart with candied kumquats, bergamot meringues
Chocolate crème brûlée with walnut and cacao nib biscotti
Sticky toffee pudding with caramel ice cream

The Sultan’s Tent & Cafe Moroc

49 Front St E / 416-961-0601 / Cuisine: French, Moroccan

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$65 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Harira Soup: tomatoes, chickpeas, lentils, kidney Beans, Moroccan Spices (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Fattoush Salad: romaine lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, radish, green onions, parsley, mint, sumac, citrus & olive oil dressing, pomegranate, pita (vegetarian)
Hummus Dip & Bread: made fresh daily in-house (vegetarian/vegan)
Maftoul: ground beef, raisins, cashews, pastry, and chipotle aioli

Main Dish
Berber Chicken: spiced grilled chicken breast, grilled vegetables, yogurt, Chermoula sauce – served with choice of rice, couscous, or mashed potatoes
Braised Lamb Shank: sauteed vegetables, toasted cashews – served with choice of rice, couscous or mashed potatoes
Beef Short Ribs: slow-braised short ribs, roasted vegetables, and mashed potatoes served with Chermoula salmon, chickpeas, pepperonata, grilled lemon, and your choice of rice or couscous
Amazigh Tajine: Berber-style vegetable medley with tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, potatoes, and turnips in Moroccan spiced tomato sauce – served with your choice of rice or couscous (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)

Dessert
Baklava: Phyllo pastry, walnuts, pistachios, orange blossom drizzle
Chocolate Cake with spiced orange syrup
Crème Brûlée: vanilla custard, caramelized sugar

Cantina Mercatto

20 Wellington St E / 416-304-0781 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

Cantina Mercatto reinvents the underground wine cellar, inspired by sprawling vineyards and coastal Italian resorts. Cantina’s menu speaks to the continued evolution of both the traditional and familiar, paired with creative libations, classic cocktails and a curated mix of flowing wines.

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$41 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Italian Wedding Soup: provimi meatballs, fregola, cavalo nero, parm frico
Arancini: saffron risotto, mozzarella, tomato filetto
Beets & Ricotta with green kale, garlic pangrattato

Main Dish
Margherita Pizza: tomato, fior di latte, basil (vegetarian)
Cacio e Pepe: fresh tonarelli, black pepper, pecorino (vegetarian)
Grilled Shrimp: farro, charred peppers, fennel & apple slaw, pana fresca dressing

Dessert
Tiramisu: Italian cookies, espresso, mascarpone (vegetarian)
Cannolo: cherry crema pasticcera, candied walnuts (vegetarian)
Flourless Chocolate Cake: almond, caramel, whipped cream

$55 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Arancini: saffron risotto, mozzarella, tomato filetto (vegetarian)
Baby Gem Caesar: double-smoked bacon, Grana Padano
Seared Scallops: sunchoke puree, grapes, jus

Main Dish
Ricotta Gnocchi: tomato, whipped ricotta, Grana Padano
Grilled Shrimp: farro, charred peppers, fennel & apple slaw, pana fresca dressing
Pork Chop: Perth Farms, grilled broccolini, potatoes, sultana jus

Wildfire Steakhouse

Cosmopolitan Hotel, 8 Colborne St / 416-350-8188 / Cuisines: Canadian, Steakhouse / Accessible

Wildfire Steakhouse is a Canadian contemporary restaurant specializing in AAA steaks aged for a minimum of 45 days and a top-secret steak spice blend that truly sets them apart. Favourite dishes are complemented with a bottle of wine from 250+ bottle hand-curated selections or one of the Wildfire specialty crafted cocktails. Round out the evening with an in-house made Crème Brulée voted “One of the Best Ever”. Wildfire truly has something for everyone.

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$48 Lunch, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Wildfire Char Grilled Caesar Salad: grilled romaine heart, bacon, micro croutons, and aged parmesan, served with house-made Caesar dressing
Braised Beef Chili: braised beef, tomatoes and beans seasoned with chili spices, served with cornbread and whipped jalapeño butter
Braised Beef Sliders: 3 toasted brioche buns spread with garlic aioli and filled with braised beef and slaw
Calamari Fritti: tender rings of calamari in a cornmeal crust served with red pepper aioli
Truffle Mac & Cheese: classic macaroni and cheese taken up a notch with a truffle cheese sauce (vegetarian)

Main Dish
Cheesesteak: sliced beef served with sautéed onions and peppers topped with a truffle cheese sauce and served with hand-cut fries and beef jus
10oz New York Striploin: 10 oz NY striploin seasoned with signature Wildfire steak spice and served with hand-cut fries (gluten-free)
Haddock and Chips: beer-battered haddock served with tartar sauce and hand-cut fries
Pan Seared Chicken: skin on chicken breast, pan seared and served on a bed of wild mushroom orzo
Half-pound BBQ Pork Ribs: pork ribs basted with house-made BBQ sauce and served with slaw and hand-cut fries (gluten-free)
Portobello Ravioli: portobello and ricotta stuffed ravioli served with a wild mushroom sauce (vegetarian)

Dessert
Classic New York Cheesecake: classic NY style cheesecake served with a berry coulis (vegetarian)
Vegan Chocolate Decadence Cake: decadent chocolate cake made with plant-based ingredients mixed with a healthy quantity of cocoa finished with a heavenly chocolate glaze (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Carrot Cake: spice-laden cake with crushed pineapple, coconut and walnuts, filled and topped with cream cheese icing, sprinkled with coconut, walnuts and white chocolate drizzle, and toasted almonds around the side (vegetarian)
Salted Caramel Cheesecake: white chocolate cheesecake, chocolate cookie crumb base, topped with salted caramel (vegetarian)

$65 Dinner, plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Wildfire Char Grilled Caesar Salad: grilled romaine heart, bacon, micro croutons, and aged parmesan, served with house made Caesar dressing
Braised Beef Chili: braised beef, tomatoes and beans seasoned with chili spices, served with cornbread and whipped jalapeño butter
Braised Beef Sliders: 3 toasted brioche buns spread with garlic aioli and filled with braised beef and slaw
Calamari Fritti: tender rings of calamari in a cornmeal crust served with red pepper aioli
Truffle Mac & Cheese: classic macaroni and cheese taken up a notch with a truffle cheese sauce (vegetarian)

Main Dish
New York Striploin & Garlic Prawns: grilled 10oz NY striploin seasoned with signature steak spice and served with garlic prawns, BBQ butter, winter jus, seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes (gluten-free)
Boneless Rib Eye: grilled 12oz ribeye seasoned with signature steak spice and served with BBQ butter, winter jus, seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes (gluten-free)
Seared Salmon: seared Atlantic salmon served on a bed of wild mushroom orzo
Herb-Crusted Barramundi: herb-crusted barramundi served with a sundried tomato pesto and accompanied by blistered tomatoes, spinach and herb-roasted potatoes (gluten-free)
Pan-Seared Chicken & Shrimp: pan-seared chicken served on prawn and spinach orzo with sundried tomato pesto, finished with piri piri sauce
Wildfire BBQ Pork Ribs: full rack of pork ribs basted in signature BBQ sauce and served with seasonal vegetables, hand-cut fries, and slaw (gluten-free)
Portobello Ravioli: portobello and ricotta stuffed ravioli served with a wild mushroom sauce (vegetarian)

Dessert
Classic New York Cheesecake: classic NY style cheesecake served with a berry coulis (vegetarian)
Vegan Chocolate Decadence Cake: decadent chocolate cake made with plant-based ingredients mixed with a healthy quantity of cocoa and finished with a heavenly chocolate glaze (vegetarian/vegan/gluten-free)
Carrot Cake: spice-laden cake with crushed pineapple, coconut and walnuts, filled and topped with cream cheese icing, sprinkled with coconut, walnuts and white chocolate drizzle, and toasted almonds around the side (vegetarian)
Salted Caramel Cheesecake: white chocolate cheesecake, chocolate cookie crumb base, topped with salted caramel (vegetarian)

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Where to Summerlicious 2023

Oldtown — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 21:50:16 +0000

Summerlicious has arrived in Old Town Toronto and your favourite restaurants are serving up hot 3-course price fixed meals starting at $27, now until July 23rd. Check out the menus below and hit up an old favourite, or try something new.

Amano Trattoria

9 Church St / 647-349-7297 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

Click here to make a reservation

$55 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizers
Truffle Salad: baby gem, fresh apple, Parmigiano, chives, black truffle vinaigrette. ( Vegetarian)
Arancini: pear, smoked provolone, burnt honey, rosemary, bacon
Carpaccio:pickled beech mushrooms, hazelnut emulsion, lemon, parmigiano, arugula

Main Dishes
Cavatelli: green garlic pesto, walnuts, cured tomatoes, fresh basil, parmigiano espuma
Trout: salt cod puttanesca, garlic sauce, herbs, parsley garlic oil
Cornish Hen Cacciatore: grilled mushrooms, sicilian olives, charred green pepper relish and herbs

Desserts
Tiramisu: savoiardi cookie, espresso, mascarpone, marsala
Gelato: seasonal flavours
Cannoli: ricotta, mascarpone filling, candied pistachio dip

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Biagio Ristorante

155 King St E / 416-366-4040 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

Located in Toronto’s beautiful and historic St. Lawrence Hall, Biagio Ristorante has been serving authentic, classic northern Italian cuisine and an extensive array of wines since 1989. Enjoy an elegant dinner in the gorgeous dining room or on the intimate garden patio with gas lamp posts, welcomed by knowledgeable and experienced staff.

Click here to make a reservation

$48 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Soup of the Day: hot & cold
Caponata: salad with eggplant, capers, onions and tomatoes in a sweet and sour dressing. (Vegetarian)
Salmone Affumicato E Burratta: smoked salmon served with arugula, cherry tomatoes and burrata cheese

Main Dish
SALTIMBOCCA DI POLLO: lightly floured chicken scaloppini topped with sage and prosciutto, white wine sauce
CALAMARTA AI GAMBERI: ring-shaped pasta with shrimp in a Sicilian pesto (almonds, garlic, tomatoes and parsley)
RISOTTO ZUCCHINI E TARTUFO: carnaroli rice with zucchini flowers and black truffle. (Vegetarian)

Dessert
TIRAMISU AL LIMONE: lady fingers soaked in lemon liquor with mascarpone cream and zabaglione
SORBETTO ALLA SANGRIA: sangria sorbet with fresh berries
BUDINO ESTIVO: summer fruit pudding

$65 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
SOUP OF THE DAY: hot & cold
INSALATA DI FUNGHI: herbed mushroom salad served in a Parmigiano basket with ricotta cheese, truffle oil and balsamic
INSALATA DI MARE: seafood salad with shrimp, scallop & calamari, with carrots, celery and parsley in lemon oil (Vegetarian)

Main Dish
SALMONE AL CARTOCCIO: Atlantic salmon baked in parchment paper with lemon, white wine and herbs
BISTECCA ALLA PIZZAIOLA: certified Angus beef topped with roast tomato, garlic, oregano and mozzarella cheese
PACCHERI SFIZIOSI: paccheri pasta with cream of peas, cherry tomatoes and burrata cheese (Vegetarian)

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Bier Markt Esplanade

58 The Esplanade / 416-862-7575 / Cuisine: International / Accessible

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Bier Markt’s flagship location offers a mix of seated, mingling, patio and beer garden space for groups small and large. Appealing to the thriving craft beer scene, Bier Markt Esplanade has teamed up with Chicago’s Goose Island Beer Company to open Canada’s first Goose Island Craft Brewhouse.

Click here to make a reservation

$34 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Markt Salad: Marinated bocconcini, cucumbers, chickpeas, red onion, green beans, arugula, balsamic pesto vinaigrette (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Bavarian Pretzel: Salted pretzel & Bier mustard (Vegetarian)
1lb Provencal Mussels: P.E.I. mussels, white wine, red onions, cherry tomatoes, garlic, fresh herbs, baguette

Main Dish
Charcuterie Flatbread: Tomato sauce, Genoa salami, bacon, prosciutto, bocconcini, pesto
Schnitzel Sandwich: Hand-breaded chicken schnitzel, lemon butter, baby spinach, pickled banana peppers, roasted garlic, caramelized onions, peri peri mayo, Swiss cheese
Cauliflower Mac & Cheese: Roasted cauliflower, swiss, cheddar, mozzarella, toasted panko crust, creamy Bier cheese sauce (Vegetarian)

Dessert
Apple Strudel: Served with vanilla ice cream (Vegetarian)
Raspberry Sorbet: Raspberry sorbet, candied lemon (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Chocolate Fudge Cake: House-made chocolate cake, vanilla anglaise, milk chocolate ice cream (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)

$45 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Market Salad: Marinated bocconcini, cucumbers, chickpeas, red onion, green beans, arugula, balsamic pesto vinaigrette (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Calamari: Bier-battered steak-cut calamari, banana peppers, house-made lemon garlic aioli
Cauliflower Bites: Crispy Bier battered cauliflower, smokey BBQ sauce (Vegetarian)

Main Dish
Chicken Schnitzel: Hand-breaded chicken, lemon butter, Emmental cheese spaetzle, braised cabbage, pan gravy
Steak Frites: Frites, creamy peppercorn sauce, arugula salad (Gluten Free)
Cauliflower Mac & Cheese: Roasted cauliflower, swiss, cheddar, mozzarella, toasted panko crust, creamy Bier cheese sauce (Vegetarian)

Dessert:
Apple Strudel: Served with vanilla ice cream (Vegetarian)?
Raspberry Sorbet: Raspberry sorbet, candied lemon (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)?
Chocolate Fudge Cake: House-made chocolate cake, vanilla anglaise, milk chocolate ice cream (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)

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Biff’s Bistro

4 Front St E / 416-860-0086 / Cuisines: Bistro, French / Accessible

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$41 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
PÂTÉ BASQUE: pork terrine, pickled peppers, country bread
SALADE DE TOMATES: heirloom tomato, ricotta, basil sherry vinaigrette, garlic crostini (Vegetarian)
CREVETTES: shrimp rolls, celery, crème fraîche, Old Bay
VICHYSSOISE: chilled leek & potato soup, herb oil, chive crème (Vegetarian)

Main Dish
BROCHETTES DE BŒUF: beef skewers, barley salad, tomatillo relish, sauce raifort, bell pepper
FISH CAKES: piperade, fennel salad, dill tartar sauce
TOMATO & MOZZARELLA GNOCCHI: summer squash, pistou Provençal (Vegetarian)
CORNISH HEN: sautéed kale, roasted mushrooms, potato rosti, sauce Albufera

Dessert
POACHED APRICOTS: pastry cream, almond crumble (Vegetarian)
GÂTEAU S’MORES
graham cracker crust, chocolate ganache, marshmallow meringue (Vegetarian)
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE ROULADE: vanilla sponge cake, strawberry ice cream (Vegetarian)

$55 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
PÂTÉ BASQUE: pork terrine, manchego, pickled peppers, country bread
SALADE DE TOMATES: heirloom tomato, ricotta, pine nuts, basil sherry vinaigrette, garlic crostini (Vegetarian)
CREVETTES: shrimp rolls, celery, crème fraîche, Old Bay
VICHYSSOISE: chilled leek & potato soup, herb oil, truffle crème (Vegetarian)

Main Dish
BEEF BRISKET: barley salad, tomatillo relish, sauce raifort, charred cabbage
GRILLED SEA BREAM: piperade, fennel salad, dill tartar sauce
TOMATO & MOZZARELLA GNOCCHI: summer squash, pistou Provençal (Vegetarian)
LAMB SIRLOIN: sautéed kale, roasted mushrooms, potato rosti, mustard jus

Dessert
POACHED APRICOTS
pastry cream, almond crumble (Vegetarian)
GÂTEAU S’MORES: graham cracker crust, chocolate ganache, marshmallow meringue
(Vegetarian)
STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE ROULADE: vanilla sponge cake, strawberry ice cream (Vegetarian)

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Cantina Mercatto

20 Wellington St E / 416-304-0781 / Cuisine: Italian / Accessible

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$41 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Beets & Ricotta: green kale, garlic pangrattato (Vegetarian)
Arugula Salad:treviso, grana padano, lemon vinaigrette (Vegetarian)
Arancina al Ragu: duck ragu, risotto, pea pesto

Main Dish
Grilled Calamari: tomato, fornata olives, brown butter vinaigrette
Crocchette di Pesce: crispy fish cakes, shallot crema, apple & celery salad
Bucatini: asparagus, peas, basil pesto, whipped goat’s cheese (Vegetarian)

Dessert
Tiramisu: Italian cookies, espresso, mascarpone (Vegetarian)
Cannolo: cherry crema pasticcera, candied walnuts (Vegetarian)
Flourless Chocolate Cake: almond, caramel, whipped cream (Vegetarian)

$55 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Beets & Ricotta: green kale, garlic pangrattato (Vegetarian)
Grilled Calamari: tomato, fornata olives, brown butter vinaigrette
Arancina al Ragu: duck ragu, risotto, pea pesto

Main Dish
Bucatini: asparagus, peas, basil pesto, whipped goat’s cheese (Vegetarian)
Arctic Char: green beans, roasted cauliflower, castelvetrano olives & almonds
7oz Flat Iron Steak: fingerlings, rapini, red onion, salsa rossa

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Hothouse Restaurant & Bar

35 Church St / 416-366-7800 / Cuisine: American, comfort food, Italian / Accessible

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$34 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Grilled Elote: Seasoned grilled corn on the cob, cilantro aioli, queso fresco, Tajin, cilantro and limes (Gluten Free)
Mozambique Shrimp: Pan-seared black tiger shrimp with Mozambique Piri Piri sauce
(Gluten Free)
Greek Tomato Gazpacho: Fresh green tomato soup, peppercorn salsa and crispy tortilla (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)

Main Dish:
Meatball Sub: House-made tomato sauce, arugula, confit peppers, pickled red onions and mozzarella, served with a choice of French fries or potato salad
Wimbledon Spinach Salad: Spinach, goat cheese, fresh strawberries, candied pecans, citrus-cured black cod and strawberry vinaigrette
Chicken Souvlaki: Mediterranean-marinated chicken wrapped in a pita with iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, red onion and tzatziki sauce, served with a choice of French fries or potato salad

Dessert
Mojito Jelly Panna Cotta (Gluten Free)
Flourless Chocolate Cake and Vanilla Ice Cream (Gluten Free)
Reconstructed Key Lime Cheesecake

$45 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Grilled Elote
Seasoned grilled corn on the cob, cilantro aioli, queso fresco, Tajin, cilantro and limes (Gluten Free)
Mozambique Shrimp: Pan-seared black tiger shrimp with Mozambique Piri Piri sauce (Gluten Free)
Greek Tomato Gazpacho: Fresh green tomato soup, peppercorn salsa and crispy tortilla (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)

Main Dish
Whiskey BBQ Half Chicken: Roasted confit potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Carne de Morita: Marinated flat iron, bean salad, roasted confit potatoes and chimichurri
Seared Sea Bream with Fregola Risotto: Pan-seared fillet of sea bream and seasonal vegetables
Vegan Spaghetti Meatballs: Tempeh meatballs, fresh spaghetti, Neapolitan tomato sauce and basil purée (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)

Dessert
Mojito Jelly Panna Cotta (Gluten Free)
Flourless Chocolate Cake and Vanilla Ice Cream (Gluten Free)
Reconstructed Key Lime Cheesecake

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Le Papillon on Front

69 Front St E / 416-367-0303 / Cuisines: Bistro, Canadian, French / Accessible

Located in the historic St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood since 1974, Le Papillon on Front offers a casual French dining experience to a third generation of Torontonians and visitors in a French bistro atmosphere.

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$45 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Saumon Fumé: smoked salmon served with homemade pickled vegetables (Gluten Free)
Summer Salad:beets and goat cheese (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Calmars Frits: fried calamari served with a warm tomato sauce

Main Dish
Poulet Cordon Bleu: breaded chicken breast stuffed with brie cheese and ham, served with mushroom sauce, potatoes and vegetables
Vegetarian Pasta: penne with sundried tomato, black olives, basil pesto, and feta cheese (Vegetarian)
Saumon Grillé: grilled salmon served with lemon-butter-dill-caper sauce, rice and vegetables (Gluten Free)

Dessert
Mousse au Chocolat: homemade dark chocolate mousse (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Vanille & Caramel:vanilla ice cream topped with caramel sauce (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Gâteau au Fromage: cheesecake topped with Le Papillon blueberry coulis (Vegetarian)

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Mengrai Thai Restaurant

82 Ontario St / 416-840-2754 / Cuisine: Thai

Mengrai is the award-winning Thai restaurant by Iron Chef winner Chef Sasi who creates authentic gourmet Thai cuisine served in a charming former beer brewery warehouse.

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$35 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Golden Flower with Chicken Piccalillis: crispy pastry filled with sweet bell pepper coulis, soy, garlic, topped with roasted scallions
Coconut Shrimp: crusted with panko (gluten free substitution: Taro Yam Shrimp Roll)
Green Mango Salad: sweet soy, onion, bell peppers, chili flakes with side of peanut topping (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Golden Flower with Tofu Piccalillis: crispy pastry filled with sweet bell pepper coulis, soy, garlic, topped with roasted scallions
Bangkok Vegetable Dumpling: filled with mixed vegetables, garlic (Vegetarian / Vegan)
Cold Spring Roll (Gluten Free)

Main Dish
#54 Red Curry Chicken with Pineapple & Lychee: a must try signature dish from Iron Chef Champion chef Sasi, served with side steamed jasmine rice (can be made vegan with tofu) (Vegan / Gluten Free)
Filet Striped Bass with Tamarind Coconut Sauce: served with steamed Asian greens, garlic, and side steamed jasmine rice
Basil Chicken: wok fried with vegetables and served with side steamed jasmine rice (ask for gluten free option)
Vegetable Pad Thai Noodles: popular street styled original pad thai, side of crushed peanuts – choice of vegetable or chicken (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Vegetarian Delight with Tibetan Bai Ling Mushroom: popular vegan wok fry dish, served with side steamed jasmine rice (ask for gluten free option) (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Green Curry with Tofu: curry coconut sauce, eggplant, baby corn, bamboo shoot, served with side steamed jasmine rice (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)

Dessert
Thai Mango Sticky Rice: sweet coconut rice with fresh mango (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Red Velvet Cupcake
Vegan Mango Cheesecake: made with cashew & arrowroot (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)

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Nami Japanese Restaurant

55 Adelaide St E / 416-362-7373 / Cuisine: Japanese

Located in the downtown core and operating since 1984, Nami is Toronto’s oldest and well known Japanese restaurant. Walking through the front doors of Nami is like taking a trip to Kyoto.

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$55 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer (All appetizers are served with miso soup)
Sashimi: Five pieces of sashimi (two pieces of hamachi, two pieces of salmon and one piece of chef’s choice) (Gluten Free)
Gyokai Carpaccio: Thinly sliced seafood marinated in chef’s wasabi ponzu sauce
Tempura: Choice of mixed tempura (two pieces of shrimp tempura and three pieces of vegetable tempura) or three pieces of shrimp tempura or six pieces of vegetable tempura
Grilled Vegetables: Chef’s choice of vegetables grilled with Japanese charcoal (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Oysters: Three pieces of fresh oysters served with lemon, ponzu sauce and garnish (Gluten Free)

Main Dish
Assorted Sushi (8 pieces): One piece each of akami, hamachi, and salmon, and five other pieces of chef’s choice (ingredients decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally) (Gluten Free)
Bara Chirashi: Small pieces of mixed sashimi on a bed of sushi rice (ingredients decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally) (Gluten Free)
Salmon Zukushi: Two pieces salmon sushi, two pieces torched salmon sushi, and four pieces salmon avocado chumaki rolls (Gluten Free)
Unagi Warayaki Don: Kabayaki grilled unagi smoked with wara (Japanese straw), served on steamed white rice
Grilled Salmon: Grilled Atlantic salmon with choice of salt or teriyaki, served with a bowl of steamed rice
Harami Steak: Six ounce of Angus outside skirt steak grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with a bowl of steamed rice (Gluten Free)

Dessert
Miso Cheese Cake
Ice Cream
Fruit Jelly (Gluten Free)
Daifuku Mochi (Gluten Free)

$75 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer (All appetizers are served with miso soup)
Sashimi: Five pieces of sashimi (two pieces of shima aji, two pieces of tai and one piece of chef’s choice (Gluten Free)
Gyokai Carpaccio: Thinly sliced seafood marinated in chef’s ooba shiso sauce
Hassun: Six kinds of appetizers including aji horse mackerel and spinach salad, anago sea eel grilled with sansho pepper, cold tomato jelly, Japanese style cold corn soup, lotus root dumplings with chicken flakes, and deep fried eggplant in dashi broth with shrimp flakes
Tempura: Choice of mixed tempura (one piece of shrimp tempura, two pieces of chef’s choice seafood tempura and three pieces of vegetable tempura) or four pieces of shrimp tempura or eight pieces of vegetable tempura
Grilled Vegetables: Chef’s choice of vegetables grilled with Japanese charcoal (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Oysters: Four pieces of fresh oysters served with lemon, ponzu sauce and garnish (Gluten Free)

Main Dish
Assorted Sushi (8 pieces): One piece each of shima aji and tai, and six other pieces of chef’s choice (ingredients decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally) (Gluten Free)
Kaisen Chirashi: Nine kinds of thinly sliced sashimi on a bed of sushi rice (ingredients decided based on the arrival of seafood from Japan and locally) (Gluten Free)
Maguro Zukushi: Four pieces of blue fin tuna sushi using all different parts including toro, chutoro and akami, with four pieces torotaku chumaki rolls (Gluten Free)
Gindara Saikyo-yaki: Grilled black cod marinated with chef’s saikyo-miso, served with accompaniments and a bowl of steamed rice
Wagyu Steak: Four ounce of Australian wagyu striploin steak grilled with Japanese charcoal, served with a bowl of steamed rice (Gluten Free)

Dessert
Miso Cheese Cake
Ice Cream
Fruit Jelly (Gluten Free)
Daifuku Mochi (Gluten Free)

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Pravda Vodka Bar

44 Wellington St E / 416-366-0303 / Cuisines: American, Canadian, Eastern European

Located in the downtown core, iconic ‘Pravda,’ is renowned for its breathtaking entertainment, unique ambience, world-class vodka, and its Eastern European influenced Share Plates Menu.

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$35 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Cheese and Potato Pierogi: Served with sour cream and chives (Vegetarian)
Cabbage and Cucumber Slaw: Drizzled with a vinaigrette dressing (Vegetarian)
Pickles, Olives and Rye: Pairs well with vodka tasting menu (Vegetarian / Vegan)

Main Dish (All mains served with a choice of fries, salad, onion rings or sautéed baby potatoes)
Chicken Shashlik or Beef Shashlik: Two skewers of grilled chicken breast or rib eye beef marinated in herbs and spices
Classic Reuben: Corned beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing served with pickles
Eggplant Caviar Served On Toasted Rye (Vegetarian)

Dessert
Coconut Vodka Ice Cream (Vegetarian)
Decadent Chocolate Cake (Vegetarian)
Fruit and Cheese Plate (Vegetarian)

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The Sultan’s Tent & Cafe Moroc

49 Front St E / 416-961-0601 / Cuisine: French, Moroccan

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$65 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Harira Soup: Tomatoes, Chickpeas, Lentils, Kidney Beans, Moroccan Spices (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Fattoush Salad: Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Radish, Green Onions, Parsley, Mint, Sumac, Citrus & Olive Oil Dressing, Pomegranate, Pita (Vegetarian)
Hummus or Baba Ghanoush Dip & Bread: Hummus or Baba Ghanoush Made Fresh Daily In-House accompanied by Bread (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)
Maftoul: Ground Beef, Raisins, Cashews, Pastry, Chipotle Aioli

Main Dish
Berber Chicken: Spiced Grilled Chicken Breast, Grilled Vegetables, Yogurt, Chermoula Sauce, served with Choice of Rice, Couscous or Mashed Potatoes
Braised Lamb Shank: Lamb Shank, Sautéed Vegetables, Toasted Cashews, served with Choice of Rice, Couscous or Mashed Potatoes
Braised Beef Short Ribs: Slow Braised Short Ribs, Roasted Vegetables, Mashed Potatoes
Samak Chermoula: Chermoula Salmon, Chickpeas, Pepperonata, Grilled Lemon, served with Choice of Rice or Couscous
Amazigh Tajine: Berber Style Vegetables Medley, Tomatoes, Carrots, Bell Peppers, Potatoes, Turnip in Moroccan Spiced Tomato Sauce, served with Choice of Rice or Couscous (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)

Dessert
Baklava: Phyllo Pastry, Walnuts, Pistachios, Orange Blossom Drizzle (Vegetarian)
Crème Brûlée: Vanilla Custard, Caramelized Sugar
Chocolate Cake: Spiced Orange Syrup

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The Chefs’ House

George Brown College, 215 King St E / 416-415-2260 / Cuisines: Canadian, Global / Accessible

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, The Chefs’ House is an innovative concept restaurant run by students from George Brown College’s Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts. Under the guidance of a professional instruction team, hospitality and culinary arts students put their skills into practice in a live restaurant environment, treating guests to a unique dining experience.

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$27 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Chorizo & Manchego Croquettes: Garlic Aioli, Sage
Vegetable Slaw: Papaya Vinaigrette, Taro Root Chips (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Tomato & Watermelon Gazpacho: Cucumber, Feta (Vegetarian / Gluten Free)

Main Dish
Ricotta Gnocchi: Walnut, Asparagus, Basil Pesto Cream (Vegetarian)
Salmon with Bacon, Sherry & Dates: Green Bean, Almond (Gluten Free)
Roasted Turkey with Jaffna Curry Sauce: Eggplant, Kale, Turmeric Rice

Dessert
Matcha Financier: Vanilla Anglaise, Rhubarb, Almond (Vegetarian)
Coconut Panna Cotta: Lemongrass, Citrus, Mint (Vegetarian / Vegan)
Carrot Cake: Brown Butter Cream Cheese, Coconut, Pineapple (Vegetarian)

$35 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Chorizo & Manchego Croquettes: Garlic Aioli, Sage
Quinoa & Greens: Mango, Black Bean, Avocado, Ginger Dressing (Vegetarian / Vegan)
Burrata & Prosciutto: Tomato, Melon, Arugula, Balsamic (Gluten Free)

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Wildfire Steakhouse

Cosmopolitan Hotel, 8 Colborne St / 416-350-8188 / Cuisines: Canadian, Steakhouse / Accessible

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$48 Lunch, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Heirloom Beet Salad: Heirloom beets tossed with organic greens and topped with goat cheese (vegan option available) (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Wildfire Signature Grilled Caesar Salad: Char grilled romaine topped with Wildfire house made Caesar dressing, bacon lardons, croutons and aged parmesan
Calamari Fritti: Marinated calamari rings breaded with a cornmeal flour blend, served with red pepper aioli
Escargot: Baked escargot served with crostini
Beef Carpaccio: Thinly shaved beef topped with arugula and Dijon horseradish aioli (Gluten Free)

Main Dish
Chipotle Chicken Sandwich: Pan-seared piri piri chicken on a potato bun with chipotle aioli, smoked cheddar, spinach and sundried tomato
Three Cheese Bacon Burger: Wildfire house-made burger topped with Wildfire 3 cheese blend, crispy onions and bacon jam
10oz New York Striploin: Grilled NY striploin with Wildfire signature steak spice finished with Wildfire BBQ butter and served with seasonal vegetables and roasted potatoes
Herb Crusted Haddock: Haddock broiled with a herb panko crust served with seasonal vegetables and roasted potatoes
Pesto Penne Bake: Roasted vegetables tossed with pesto and pine nuts, finished with cheese and panko crumbs (vegan option available) (Vegetarian / Vegan)

Dessert
Lemon Lavender Cheesecake: Lemon curd cheesecake with a lavender cream (Vegetarian)
Salted Caramel Cheesecake: White chocolate cheesecake with chocolate cookie crumb topped with salted caramel (Vegetarian)
Vegan Chocolate Decadence Cake: A decadent chocolate cake made with plant based ingredients mixed with a healthy quantity of cocoa and finished with a chocolate glaze (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)

$65 Dinner, Plus taxes and gratuity

Appetizer
Heirloom Beet Salad: Heirloom beets tossed with organic greens and topped with goat cheese (vegan option available) (Vegetarian / Vegan / Gluten Free)
Wildfire Signature Grilled Caesar Salad: Char grilled romaine topped with Wildfire house made Caesar dressing, bacon lardons, croutons and aged parmesan
Escargot: Baked escargot served with crostini
Garlic Shrimp And Toast: Tiger shrimp sautéed in garlic butter and served with toasted crostini
Shrimp Cocktail: Tiger shrimp served with Wildfire house made citrus cocktail sauce

Main Dish

Mixed Grill: A piri piri chicken with a half pound of BBQ pork ribs basted in Wildfire signature BBQ sauce and served with house cut fries and seasonal vegetables (Gluten Free)
Three Cheese Bacon Burger: Wildfire house made burger topped with Wildfire 3 cheese blend, crispy onions and bacon jam, served with truffled parmesan fries
Salmon And Seafood Pesto Pasta:A salmon fillet with tiger shrimp and lobster on a bed of pasta tossed in pesto
10oz NY Striploin And Shrimp: Char grilled NY striploin steak finished with Wildfire BBQ butter topped with shrimp and served with seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes
16oz Ribeye
Char grilled ribeye with Wildfire signature steak spice finished with Wildfire BBQ butter and served with seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes
Pesto Penne Bake: Roasted vegetables tossed with pesto and pine nuts, finished with cheese and panko crumbs (vegan option available) (Vegetarian / Vegan)

Click here to make a reservation.

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What to do in Old Town Toronto Based on Your ✨AESTHETIC✨

Oldtown — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 21:07:42 +0000

You’re probably familiar with the term “aesthetic” when used to describe a distinct art or design style, like “Mid-Century Modern,” “Rococo,” or “Baroque.” How about the indie aesthetic? Or soft girl? And what on earth is goblincore? Aesthetic Types are helpful descriptors of niche personal styles that incorporate fashion, design, and lifestyle preferences. Do you spend a lot of time playing video games and love rocking brightly dyed hair and graphic tees? You may be an e-girl. Do you carry a canvas tote wherever you go, have a Matcha addiction, and too much macrame? You could be a Boho Babe. As there are well over 800 aesthetic types, we couldn’t cover them all, but we’ve chosen three popular aesthetics to create perfect outings in Old Town Toronto.

SOFT GIRL

You may be a soft girl if…

Lana Del Ray was in your Spotify Wrapped playlist.
You watch The Notebook, Love Actually, and/or Clueless at least once a year.
Your wardrobe is stocked with cozy neutrals, pastels, and sweet little sundresses.

You may be a soft girl, but that doesn’t mean you’re soft. Start off your perfect Sunday with an invigorating Hips and Hamstrings drop-in at the Yoga Lounge for $25. After class, pop over to Versus Coffee and sip on an Iced Matcha Latte while filling out your Five-Minute-Journal or reading the latest Nicholas Sparks novel. The cafe’s airy, tranquil decor is the perfect backdrop to spend the afternoon dreaming up scenarios where you and the cutie who just ordered a cappuccino fall madly in love. If you do happen to hit it off with Cappuccino Cutie invite them out for a cocktail at The Reservoir Lounge– a cozy hideout with live jazz and blues five nights a week.

GOBLINCORE

Your aesthetic may be goblincore if…

You often find your pockets filled with nifty little rocks, bits of sea glass, or orphaned buttons.
You’re obsessed with David Bowie.
Your closet is filled with earth-toned hand-me-downs and thrifted pieces.

Goblincore is all about keeping cozy, appreciating nature, and honouring the feral goblin of chaos that lives in your heart. Let’s start your day by dropping just $5.50 for a world-famous apple cake and a regular coffee (black-two-sugar) from Mystic Muffin; a no-frills coffee counter at the corner of Jarvis and Richmond. Make your way to Wildlife Thrift Store as you unceremoniously shove the pastry in your mouth, peeking into the shop window of Kochi Gifts on the way to admire the display of comfy robes and shiny hostess gifts. Once you’ve downed your coffee and polished off the cake crumbs head into Wildlife for a nice long browse of their collection of overalls, button-downs, and miscellaneous tchotchkes. After you’ve secured your purchase of a haunted-looking porcelain figurine you don’t have space for, treat yourself to a loaded Falafel Wrap for $7.99 from Shawarma House. Exercise restraint and wait to eat your sandwich until you’ve reached St. James Park, where you can people-watch and make up names for the local squirrels.

DARK ACADEMIA

Your aesthetic may be Dark Academia if…

Your robust selection of loose-leaf tea is rivaled only by your antiquary (rare book) collection.
You wish it were autumn all year round.
Your fondness for tweed and thick woollen sweaters borders on obsession.

After you’ve donned your all-seasons tweed jacket and slipped into your comfiest Oxfords, you start your day by dropping by the St. Lawrence Library– the entrance to which is easy to miss for non-bibliophiles- to pick up your latest holds and check out the “What’s New” section. Once your vintage-leather messenger bag is full of fresh stories, it’s time to find a nice quiet spot to read. Black Canary Coffee is a cozy, intimate cafe on Sherbourne with a tempting selection of decadent specialty coffees. After finishing your Honey Oat Latte and putting a good dent into your book, you ring up a friend to meet you for a pint at C’est What. The cozy pub/brewery is the perfect place to jaw their ear off about your recent read while enjoying a classic English Special Bitter.

Which “perfect day” would you choose: Soft Girl, Goblin Core, or Dark Academia? The good news is you can try all three! Do you have an aesthetic you’d like us to plan a day for? Hit us up on Instagram and let us know: @oldtowntoronto. And don’t forget to check out our directory of local businesses in Old Town Toronto here.

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What’s Happening in Old Town Toronto: Halloween 2022

Oldtown — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:45:25 +0000

We’re bringing on the spooky goodness for everyone in Old Town Toronto this weekend. From fun for the whole (fur) family to adults-only scares here’s what’s happening for Halloween 2022. And as always, be sure to check out our Instagram where we update events daily on stories.

The Fur Ball

Where: St. James Park

When: October 28th, 3 pm

Bring your fuzzy buddy to The Fur Ball ’22: A Howl-a-ween Dog Costume Contest and Charity Raffle at the Pavilion in St. James Park. Email dogsofstjamesto@gmail.com and register your pooch for your chance to win a prize basket filled with merch from local pet shops. For humans, we’re also running a charity raffle with proceeds supporting Through Ruff Times which aims to reduce barriers for people with pets who may experience poverty, homelessness, mental health and substance use, violent living conditions and/or any other self-identified challenges. There are dozens of gift cards and hundreds of dollars to be won from local businesses like SukhoThai, Evok Eyewear, C’est What and more.

You can buy raffle tickets on the day of the event and in advance at AAA Bar (138 Adelaide St. East). One ticket is $5, five tickets are $20, and ten tickets are $30. You do not need to attend the event to participate in the raffle.

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Gatsby Party

Where: Pravda Vodka Bar

When: October 29th, doors open at 5:30 pm

This Saturday Pravda Vodka Bar is hosting a Great Gatsby-themed Halloween party. Get dressed up in your best flapper fit and dance the night away to live music while sipping on their secret signature Halloween cocktail. Interested in a sneak peek? Pravda is serving their special Halloween brew for just $10 all night this Friday. No ticket required.

Halloween Horror Showcase

Where: Bar Cathedral

When: October 30th, 8 pm

ATTN: Horror buffs, Bar Cathedral is hosting a Halloween short-film showcase featuring 10+ shorts along with the premier of a brand new short by Toronto’s DEFORMED LUNCHBOX. Also enjoy live music, drag, and burlesque performances with Lucinda Liu. Plus, if you show up in costume you’ll be automatically entered into their costume contest. Also on deck are giveaways, raffles and more. Click here for tickets.

Post-Halloween Pumpkin Parade

Where: Berczy Park

When: November 1st, 6 pm – 7 pm

Bring out your jack-o-lanterns to Berczy Park for the ultimate post-Halloween send-off the day after Halloween in Berczy Park.

Let your creation glow with delight atop the park’s stage for all to see before bidding farewell to your pumpkin pal: to be composted with great reverence by the City of Toronto.

Don’t forget to post your pumpkin pics and tag us: #OldTownToronto @OldTownToronto. Click here to join the Facebook event.

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Highlights of the FEAST of St. Lawrence 2022

Oldtown — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 13:42:12 +0000

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the FEAST of St. Lawrence this year! Check out some of the event highlights below.

It’s no secret that Old Town Toronto is a food destination. In fact, it’s been that way since the 1800s! And what better way to celebrate our favourite port of call for food lovers all over than by putting on one of our favourite events, the Feast of St. Lawrence!

Happening on Friday August 12-13 and presented by us here at the Old Town Toronto BIA, Feast is a fantastic two-day celebration of the many amazing foods to be had in Old Town Toronto. With over 150 vendors that range from restaurants to bistros, there is an entire world of fantastic cuisine to discover! The festival also includes street performers, programming for children such as face painting, an illusionist, and cupcake decorating, and live musical performances by Angela Saini, FreePlay, Malia Love, and Apryll Aileen!

However, to kick things off on the evening of August 12th we’ll be doing something a little different by bringing you a picnic on Market Street! With special reserved tables on Market Street, you can enjoy a delicious, scrumptious, and sumptuous 5-course picnic dinner prepared by some of the best restaurants to be found in Old Town Toronto! From vegan spring rolls from C’est What and summer corn gazpacho from HOTHOUSE to Korean-style Miami-cut short ribs with in-house kimchi from CC Lounge & Whisky Bar and a dessert that’s well worth the surprise, you’ll be in for one fantastic experience dining al fresco next to historic St. Lawrence Market! And because all good food needs to go well with a good drink, each picnic will include four tickets for wine from Niagara’s Somewhereness Vineyards OR a soothing whisky cocktail from the CC Lounge.

Tickets are available now, so pick them up in advance while you still can! A portion of the proceeds will go to Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization that works with thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain to reduce the amount of edible food going to waste. This model helps redirect surplus food to thousands of charities and non-profits across Canada. There is also a ticket sale for a 50/50 draw to raise funds for Ukrainian refugees.

The menu for the picnic can be seen below. We hope to see you there! Happy eating!

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HORS d’OEUVRES

Vegan Spring Rolls (x3), Served with a Spicy Sesame Dipping Sauce (C’est What?)

SOUP

Summer Corn Gazpacho – Ontario Corn, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes and Fresh Herbs (HOTHOUSE)

SALAD/FISH

Summer Corn Cobb Salad with Seared Citrus Yuzu Salmon, Candied Maple Bacon, Avocado Mousseline and Blue Cheese Tartine (Omni King Edward Hotel)

VEGETARIAN

Seared Korean-Style Tofu, atop a Bed of Kale, Fresh Onion, Glass Noodles Served with a Light Kimchi-Infused Cucumber Dressing and Garnished with Sesame Seeds (C’est What?)

MEAT

Korean-Style Miami-Cut Short Ribs with Grilled Togarashi Corn and served with our Fresh In-House Kimchi (CC Lounge)

DESSERT

Polish Apple Cake with Dulce de Leche (George Brown College Centre for Hospitality & Culinary Arts)

WINE

Somewhereness Vineyards

Additional wine tickets – $10 donation/per ticket

WHISKY BAR (CC Lounge)

“The Toronto” – $10

Gibsons Whisky, Fernet-Branca, Orange-Infused Simple Syrup, Bitters, Garnished with an Orange

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Beating the Heat in Old Town Toronto

Oldtown — Thu, 26 Aug 2021 18:08:15 +0000

Ah, August! The past few months have been a bit of a whirlwind, but we’ve made it to Summer and with many of Old Town Toronto’s fine establishments once again open for business, we can’t help but feel like celebrating with a full day in the neighbourhood catching the sights, tasting the food, and enjoying the sun!

But let’s face it, Toronto summers are a bit…unique with their mix of regular summer heat and humidity that can make even the coolest customer turn into a puddle of sweat. But while the warmth may have you wanting to retreat back into your fully air conditioned homes we’d like to give a gentle reminder that there’s more than one way to beat the heat and the whole family can do so while enjoying the wonders that Old Town Toronto has to offer!

I Scream For Ice Cream

Is there anything more nostalgic and comforting than ice cream? Whether it’s a pint in the freezer we sneak spoonfuls of during the day or rapidly melting in a cone outside, the creamy, cold, and sweet dessert is one of our favourite treats for the summer time.

Thankfully we have no shortage of excellent spots for good ice cream. NEO Coffee Bar, known for their inventive and refined dessert items, has house made ice cream and sorbet. Their Madagascar Vanilla ice cream is an elevated classic and the Yuzu Honey sorbet is a welcome bright note in the muggy Toronto heat.

If you find yourself having dinner at CC Lounge and Whisky Bar, their rotating ice cream selection makes for a wonderful dessert. Additionally St. Lawrence Pizza & Pasta in the market is well-known for their wide variety of hand scooped ice creams and Café Oro di Napoli has a lovely selection of authentic Italian gelato

Berry Smooth Smoothies & Juices

If you’re feeling like a good cool drink to beat the heat while on the go, the humble smoothie or freshly squeezed juice has always been a favourite. You can customize them for any flavour combination you want while also reaping the nutritional benefits of the ingredients! But let’s face it, while the health benefits are great, they just taste amazing. For us, a mango smoothie does wonders to help us appreciate the summer heat.

One of the obvious choices for excellent smoothies and juices is our very own Fresh on Front. The Healer, a juice with turmeric root, celery, ginger, orange, pineapple, and lemon, is particularly popular and smoothies such as the Galaxy that has passionfruit, mango, oat milk, banana, cold pressed organic orange and lemon is a guaranteed fresh cold breeze in the face of heat.

For other juicy locations, the St. Lawrence Juice Bar in the market has a wonderful selection of cold-pressed juices that can be customized to your tastes and made to order. You can even take some home with you to store in the fridge for the next time you’re feeling like a cool break.

Coffee and Tea With a Breeze

One of our favourite ways of keeping cool is definitely the most urban one. Afterall, nothing screams “city life” like walking around a fashionable part of town with an iced coffee or tea in hand.

Balzac’s Coffee Roasters has stood as one of the best coffee chains in the city and for good reason. Their fresh roasted coffees are the stuff of legend and it should come as no surprise that their iced coffees are the same. Another OTT favourite, Versus Coffee, has an iced version for practically every type of coffee, from an iced americano and cappuccino to a latte and flat white. And if you don’t feel like that, their nitro cold brew makes for a gentle, creamy, and wonderful cold drink.

Meanwhile if it’s iced teas you’re after, Rooster Coffee House has a modest selection including a decadent peach iced tea made with fresh-pressed peaches and Chatime is known for their signature bubble teas that are nothing short of an experience for the senses (We recommend the mango grapefruit tea with coconut jelly).

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