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A love of shoes and fried chicken on Oscar night is just part of my friendship with Shawna who hasn’t lived in the same city as me for years. So when we do get to meet up, we look for a great restaurant where we can feast and catch up. Since she eats mostly vegan, [...] I’ve been enjoying the daily online deals from Groupon and Dealfind, not only for the discounts but also because of the exposure to previously unknown restaurants (and neighbourhoods). Involtini sounded intriguing to me because I had never heard of its namesake dish. Involtini are thin slices of meat rolled around stuff, and then cooked. The restaurant in [...] Before the Food Network and Julia Child, there was James Beard, arguably the original celebrity chef. Today his foundation keeps his spirit alive, hosting annual awards and culinary events. A select few chefs are invited to “perform” and cook at the Beard House in New York. It’s a big deal so chefs obviously want their [...] I dread restaurants that say they specialize in “sharing plates,” “small plates,” or tapas. A lot of the time, it’s a token concept that brings small portions and high prices, mediocre cold cuts or overly fussy concoctions. So I was leery of Tango Bistro, the latest venture from the Smuggler’s Group that runs Smuggler’s Inn, Open [...] The Ironwood Stage and Grill is a perfectly sized venue for live music (mostly roots, blues, folk, country). It used to be in a Quonset hut which, while quaint, doesn’t compare to their new digs in the renovated Garry Theatre. The place is fabulous: an intimate stage, comfortable tables with unobstructed views, and an awesome, friendly [...] To be honest, I don’t give restaurants in hotels much of a thought. I must have had an experience a long time ago that left me thinking they’re all overpriced and mediocre. I got shaken out of that bubble when Thomsons Restaurant in the Hyatt Regency recently started holding contests on Twitter. For a chance [...] |
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