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From its opening last summer I've thought of Wvrst as that wide-open restaurant, right downtown, with a menu tightly-focused on a broad selection of sausages and fries cooked in duck fat. With all the talk of ground kangaroo in tube form I don't think I realised just how much attention the people behind Wvrst [...]

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Whether on a first date or fiftieth or enjoyed with a group of friends fondue is one of the most convivial dishes. Despite the pair-them-together parties cheese and wine aren't always the best match and that means it can be tough to pick what to serve at a fondue party.

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Holiday Menu at Brassaii

On December 2, 2011 By

Sometimes meals are quick and convenient doses of calories, yet the memorable ones are often the opposite: lengthy, comfortable productions that demonstrate the best a chef has to offer. It was obvious that the sample of Brassaii’s new holiday menu was designed to fit squarely in the latter category.

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Spotlight Veggie – Luma

On November 7, 2011 By

Oliver and Bonacini's Luma probably has one of the most accomodating menus in the city, particularly if you have dieteray restrictions, all because of chef Jason Bangerter's endless quest to please his guests. During a recent visit to explore the vegetarian options, I learned that the menu is just a starting point.

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Itz A Wrap

On June 23, 2009 By

129 Jefferson Street, Toronto ON
647-430-8417
www.itzawraptoronto.com
Map
Approx $20 per person
Local Food? some local ingredients
Local Wine/Beer? some available
Lunch
Mon to Fri: 11am to 5pm

Closed on Weekends

If you judge this place by name or the entrance, it may seem [...]

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www.thebiermarkt.com

The Bier Markt (both locations) is currently running its Fondue Festivul until the end of February. I had a chance to stop in and speak to staff and chef Michael Cipolli about the festival and the delicious offerings.

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Joe Mama’s

On April 13, 2006 By

317 King Street West, Toronto ON
416-340-6469
www.joemamas.ca
Map
Approx $30 per person
Local Food? some local ingredients
Local Wine/Beer? very small selection
Dinner
Mon to Sun: 5pm to 11pm

We were looking for a new place to go for dinner. Our innate divining [...]

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Urban Restaurant

On November 11, 2005 By

303 King Street West, Toronto ON
416-596-5656
www.urbanrestaurant.com
Map
Approx $30 per person
Local Food? some local ingredients
Local Wine/Beer? very small selection
Lunch, Dinner
Mon – Sun: 11:30am to 11pm

The skies are abnormally bright, and the wind is as calm as [...]

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