Canada :: The Happy Fork

Aug

2005

Meinhardt Fine Foods

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A gourmet grocery store with a spectacular deli and meat section! This place is like an amped up Whole Foods. Wander through and sample sweets, condiments, baked goods, etc. Specialty sodas, gourmet sandwiches, soups, green and specialty salads, and many unique items such as potato pancakes, fish cakes, grilled vegetables, and more. Friendly and speedy service.

Great place to grab a snack for the plane ride home and to make your fellow passengers salivate with jealously.
What To Order: Sandwiches and sweets – yum!

Meinhardt Fine Foods
This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

http://www.meinhardt.com/
3002 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6H 3Z5 Canada
On the East side of Granville just outside of the downtown Vancouver
604-732-4405

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 or less
Limited, Open Every Day, Credit cards, Beer and wine, Casual, Non-smoking, Specialty Food Market, Street Parking
Daily: Mon-Sat 8 am to 9 pm
Daily: Sun 9 am to 9 pm

Categories : 3 Forks, Canada, Fork on the Road, The Happy Fork reviews

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Jul

2001

Aux Truffes Restaurant

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Tucked away in the splendor of village of Mount Tremblant, Aux Truffes serves up a combination of traditional French and contemporary cuisine. Odd things show up on the menu with a pan-pacific influence which I suggest be avoided. With that said, I was inspired by the Caribou with berry sauce and gnocchi, lamb medallions with sliced truffles,seared foie gras escalope with chocolate, the selection of local cheeses.

The wine selections feature many treasures, many from Canada (heretofore I didn’t know Canada had a wine industry). As a courtesy to a nearby Italian restaurant, the wine list features no Italian vintages. The wine steward, a very attentive Canadian, expertly paired wines for the various courses.

The staff was courteous and efficient. The dress code is casual, they have a no smoking section, and take all major credit cards.

On a side note, the village at Mount Tremblant is just spectacular in the summer, and I imagine equally grand in winter. About 90 minutes north of Montreal, it is definitely a destination, not only for food, but for adventure and pure beauty. Just across from Aux Truffes is Soto Sushi, considered by many to serve some of the best Sushi in all of Canada. The entire village is full of life and open to the wee hours, in fact I hear that one can get pizza and beer at 3:00 AM :p
What To Order: Caribou with berry sauce and gnocchi and seared foie gras escalope with chocolate, the selection of local cheeses.
Notable Staff: Pier Cousineau

Aux Truffes Restaurant
This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

http://www.saveurs.sympatico.ca/ency-voy/quebec/tremblan/truffes.htm
3035 Principal way
Mount Tremblant, Quebec Canada
St. Bernard Place, all at the top of the village
(819) 681-4544

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $30 to $50
Patio, Open Every Day, Dinner only, Late night, Credit cards, Beer and wine, Exceptional wine list, Dressy Casual, Smoking section, Romantic Spot
Dinner: Daily

Categories : 4 Forks, Canada, Fork on the Road, The Happy Fork reviews

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Jan

1999

Piero

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When you get tired of the tourist spots in Toronto, try this very good neighborhood Italian trattoria. Just tell Pierro what you like (or don’t like) and he’ll bring a selection of wonderful dishes to your table.
What To Order: Linguini Pescatore featuring calamari, mussels, and shrimp in a robust broth

Piero’s Ristorante
This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

254 Adelaide Street West
Toronto, Ontario M5H 1X6 Canada
Two blocks West the courthouse, just west of Duncan – It is an easy walk from most downtown hotels.
416-977-1040

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Reservations, Late night, Credit cards, Beer and wine, Smoking section

Categories : 5 Forks, Canada, The Happy Fork reviews

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Sep

1993

Rodney’s Oyster House

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If I lived in Toronto this would be my hang out! Great food, a large variety of wonderful beers, friendly service, and a neighborhood atmosphere make this a true local favorite – just ask anyone for the name of the best Oyster Bar around (I did) and it will be Rodney’s. Choose from their chalkboard of fresh shellfish. With your fresh shucked feast you can also enjoy their selection of tasty condiments to enhance the natural flavors and clear out your sinus.

They claim to serve 6,000 to 10,000 oysters per month – that’s a lot of shucking.
What To Order: freshly shucked Malpeque Oysters from Prince Edward Island

Rodney’s Oyster House
This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

209 Adelaide East
Toronto, Ontario Canada
416-363-8105

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Bar dining, Credit cards, Late night, Credit cards, Beer and wine

Categories : 5 Forks, Canada, Fork on the Road, The Happy Fork reviews

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