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If a pipe bursts in your basement or your roof leaks, where do you turn? Find out your neighbours' favourite fixers, where your neighbours like to go out to eat, who they go to for piano lessons, and more. This list is a compendium of listserv posts from four local lists.
Food In The Neighbourhood
Welcome to the Food in the Neighbourhood page, where neighbour recommendations give us a guide to some of our local eateries and food suppliers.
Restaurantsrecommendation posted September 18, 2012 From: Theresa A new cafe called Haven opened up on Brock just north of Bloor about a month ago. Very cute, not very big but some seating outside. Sells organic, vegan local coffee and baked goods. I stopped in this morning and had a cup of Americano and a slice of vegan banana bread. Yummy. recommendation posted February 17, 2012 From: Paola Giavedoni There's a new cafe on Bloor. The Rustic Owl Cafe. Very new open just 2 days. They are located on the south side of Bloor just West of Dovercourt (where the dollar store used to be) A very large space with a gallery featuring established and student artists. Free trade Mountain view coffee and pastries too. I had a delicious frothy chai latte...yum. recommendation posted August 12, 2011 From: Theresa Just wanted to share some news about a new cafe opening up in the hood. I stumbled upon it this afternoon while walking on Lansdowne (east side, north of Bloor, beside subway). It is called the Toronto Coffee Company. Finishing touches are being put on it by three partners, Including Blair Holder, who lives on Lansdowne. They are doing a great job, using a lot of reclaimed material. There is a tin ceiling that was reclaimed from a century home that was knocked down. Ditto for the wood used for the front and back counters. There are salvaged architectural drafting chairs along the bar, antique chandeliers and other lighting fixtures. All this material came from Junction Triangle businesses that specialize in this field ie Forever Interiors, Smash, and the Post and Beam. (I didn't realize there were so many of these kinds of businesses in the hood. If someone from the Junction Triangle reads this, perhaps you ca share it with your listserv.) There are comfy leather chairs/sofas and a long church pew running down one wall. They have used 0 voc paint, so no nasty fumes. Looks really great. Plan to serve organic coffee, tea and fresh fruit smoothies (no pre-mixed syrups). They plan to open Fri. Aug. 19. recommendation posted April 20, 2011 From: Donna John Lostracco (who also owned John's Italian Cafe on Baldwin street), has just opened a new cafe selling organic coffee at Bloor and Westmoreland. I hear the cappuccinos are excellent! It is tucked away out of view from passing foot traffic, just a few paces north of Bloor. Let us know what you think. El Cafecito 3 Westmoreland (1 street west of Dovercourt, on the east side) I just found a couple reviews on the Friends of Dufferin Grove site: http://dufferinpark.ca/neighbourhood/wiki/wiki.php?n=LocalServiceProviders.FoodInTheNeighbourhood recommendation posted March 11, 2011 From: Kim Malcolmson I was at The Indian Kitchen recently (www.theindiankitchen.ca) and thought the food was the best of the local Indian restaurants. It's at 394 Bloor, west of Brunswick, and has both takeout and eating in. The great blessing of eating in is that there is no music, the tables are far apart, and you can hear what the people you are with are saying!! 416-920-0195 recommendation posted March 11, 2011 From: Gillian Tremain Hi neighbours, I wanted to let everyone know that a really great new coffee shop has opened on Westmoreland Avenue just north of Bloor St. It's called El Cafecito, and has organic coffee (Faema machine), hot chocolate, some biscotti-like snacks, Wi-Fi and a nice atmosphere, having also been renovated recently. It is run by a friendly guy who lives on Salem Ave - he needs to spread the word that he's open for business, so I told him I'd send this out. He also sells beans. From: Marta Baziuk Walking the dog over the weekend I happened on a new coffee shop -- El Cafecito, at 3 Westmoreland (a few steps north of Bloor on the west side). I ordered an Americano (excellent!) and spoke w/the owner (and area resident), John Lostracco. He told me that he founded John's Italian Cafe on Baldwin St. and Classic Pizza on College, retired a few years ago, and that when the location became available, he decided to open a coffee shop near his home. Focus is on organic and fair trade certified coffee and he sells beans and ground. John mentioned that right now he has coffee from Colombia, Mexico, Guatemala and Ethiopia as well as blends from the well-known roaster north of Toronto, Classic Gourmet Coffee. There is some food, like biscotti and empanadas. He also sells paraphernalia like espresso pots and mugs. I was surprised to see a table with moccasins for sale -- turns out he sells some fair trade hand-crafted products from Central and Latin America (including tapestries and shoulder bags.) WI-FI is available. Open 9-5. recommendation posted July 09, 2010 Just wanted to let you know about the YUMMY and very healthy menu at Zucalo, a new restaurant at the corner of Bloor and Symington beside the laundramat. I sampled the Green Bean Salad with grilled radishes and accompanied with brie cheese and delicious crackers that look homemade (I forgot to ask if they are). They have soups, salads and sandwiches with the fillings and bread seperate so you can build your sandwich. Also they have a few small appetizer type items. They will have their liquor license soon. Owners are Paul and Heather. I'm so glad there is a place a little closer to me to enjoy. The washrooms are A+ and the decor is simple but lovely. Welcome Zucalo! From: Orion We went today for lunch today at Zucalo - the food (veggie sandwich, the bean salad + deviled peanut butter cookie) and the fresh juices were amazing. And yes, the washrooms are very spiffy - even a place for a gal to put her purse down when using the facilities. When do you ever see that anymore? ;-) Lovely place, very friendly people, great food. Orion and Janet recommendation posted January 12, 2010 From: Melanie FRom: Cynthia I like the "big bowl of soup with noodles" (or something like that), which has a lot of veggies in it. The veggie chow mein is good, and we usually order snow pea tops (which come with a garlic sauce). recommendation posted January 06, 2010 From: Jane Brooks The only good take out is from New Sky.....I always go down and pick up. They are happy to bring it out to your car if you call from curb (eliminates Spadina Parking nightmares). Not sure if they deliver but would possibly put in cab. Only take Visa or Mastercard. Try the green beans! This is our solution after many horrible wastes of $ on local Chinese.....we'd stopped until I discovered that I could get good stuff from New Sky recommendation posted October 23, 2009 From: Justin S. A while back, I heard about a little cafe called Holy Oak a little west of Lansdowne on Bloor. Since then i have visited it frequently. It's right on bloor, but once inside I feel removed from the speed of bloor street. The ambiance is very calm. By day, I go for the teas and coffees which are tops. I have been once at night for some wine and it is beautiful. Plus they have live jazz on Tuesday nights now. Such a welcome change to that neighborhood. things are changing fast. recommendation posted April 19, 2009 I just wanted to repeat what's been said on this site before - Naco's on Dundas is a great restaurant. We ate dinner there last night and breakfast today. My dinner last night cost 8 bucks. Their weekend brunch is delicious. Let's keep this place in business. It's unique and really cozy. The coffee is the best in the neighbourhood by the way and Julian the owner is really friendly. recommendation posted February 04, 2009 From: Jo-Ann Seamon recommendation posted May 11, 2008 From: Sandra It was great! We, two couples, went in with two 4 year olds and two 1 year olds. The staff was great with the kids, got us high chairs, split the dishes up for us, tailored the pasta to my picky son's liking and was generally pleasant. The atmosphere was nice, the place was open and bright and the menu had a lot to offer. We ordered salad, pizza, bruschetta, garlic bread, calamari and a couple of pastas. All very good. Red wine also good. Adults and kids had a great time. Anyway, the place wasn't very full. The Makeover episode hasn't aired yet. It's a nice "new" addtion to the neighbourhood so I hope it does well. I urge you all to to go. promotion posted February 07 , 2007 Hey Neighbours, Check out this month's Toronto Life Magazine review of our new Indian restaurant, Banjara at Crawford and Bloor. They love it and so will you! sheila p recommendation posted May 07 , 2007 I highly recommend Yasi's Place. It is a wonderful little locally run cafe on Wallace (299 Wallace Avenue). They have delicious coffee, homemade food and they are just all around good people. You can find them on the web at http://www.yasisplace.com/ Enjoy! recommendation posted August 22, 2007 Just want to add a little review on the new Vietnamese restaurant on Bloor & Brock area; we went for dinner on Monday, the place is nice, bright and spacey. Very clean, even the washrooms have some nice motifs :-) The menu shows a good variety of Vietnamese food (I must try the congee next time), price is reasonable; big screen TV and R&B music; there weren't many patrons at that time (around 6pm on a Monday); I hope it's not like that all the time 'cos I really hate to see it close down for lack of profit. Cheers, Kathryn :-) |
Specialty Deliveryposted January 12, 2010 recommendation From: Norma Dickinson From: Marta Baziuk promotion posted August 22, 2007 Enjoy the pleasures of good food and good health with the convenience of Hearth to Home. Hearth to Home prepares fresh organic vegan meals that feature elegant contemporary flavours and traditional favourites adapted to healthier plant-based versions. Meals are delivered to Toronto homes each week. Our home meal delivery service makes it easy and affordable to eat well in terms of both taste and nutrition while enjoying more leisure time free of cooking. We hope Hearth to Home will enhance your well-being: nourishing body and soul with wholesome, satisfying meals from cultures around the world and menus that change with each week and season. Cateringpromotion posted October 2, 2008 Personal Chef/Caterer A husband and wife team can come into your home and prepare a gourmet buffet or sit-down style meal for your family and friends. We shop, prepare and serve, all you have to do is entertain your guests and we will do the rest. For your next cocktail party, meeting or special event we can also provide signature sandwich/wrap platters and scrumptious hors d’oeuvres. townecatering@gmail.com |
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recommendation posted January 22, 2008 The National Post Toronto section did a feature article on the best delivery restaurants in the city and cited Thai Green Mango on Bloor at Havelock in their Thai food section. Their phone number is 416-532-5050 It's been a favourite at our house for awhile so please do try it. Also, last time I was there, they told me they'll be opening up a patio this summer! Won't it be nice to see some more outdoor eating going on in the neighbourhood? recommendation posted February 07, 2008 From: Paola Giavedoni recommendation posted March 06, 2008 From: Mr.Stiff recommendation posted March 06, 2008 I wanted to plug Karuchie on College for exceptional food and great
service.
Located across the street from the Y at Dovercourt..
look for the brown sign.
The manager lives in Dufferin Grove and has created a great ambiance
there.
Here's the web link..for those interested...
www.karuchie.com |