UYE: Nota Bene Burger Tasting

Q, I tried to add you as a friend but you blocked me?! Weird.

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He blocked me too!

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Have you told them you want to do an event there?  The PR?Social Media person is really nice and can hook you guys up.  Let me know and I may join you.

I don't know...I'd ask Vivek S. who is the community manager? Ken, I just did a review at Nota Bene and I know the PR there. She is AMAZING. So when I finalize numbers I will get in touch with her. Thanks!

Great, it will only enhance the event.  I am looking forward to attending but will now closer to.  Thanks for the month advance notice.

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Had no idea they served burgers! And that thing looks monstrous, I'm in!

Yes, I'm hoping a few of us will want do sharsies on it. I don't think I could possibly finish it on my own!

If you guys do have the chance, though, try NB's Suckling Pig. OMG. It's ridic. It's on until Feb 8.

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We can split it if you want!

I had to update the event to Monday because it's closed on Sunday. My bad! Let me know if the date and time work for you all.

The boudin noir tart is pretty good: http://followgram.me/f... I think Natalie was referring to that one, was it's on for a limited time only.

Thanks for organizing this, Natalie.

So this UYE is in Feb (and not Jan) yeah?

Correct. I'm giving people a month for this so they can plan in advance. :)

This looks ridickulos. In!

Holy Hannah, that burger shot verges on pornographic!

I wish it was Wagyu Beef Brisket Burger Season but their all year burger is also amazing.

I know! If it comes up, I'll let you know. Maybe I should ask their PR?  
Sara RE: that burger shot --I know. Seriously right? I'll be needing to split this because I won't be able to finish it. Sharsies guys?
Edwin, looking forward to meeting you!

From the pic the burger is open faced. This is serious stuff.

See you then Natalie

Yes! Let's double up and share this monster.

Did you figure out the PR bit? I know a girl that does PR for them too

I haven't, as it's still about a month away but I'll get in touch this week with her.

I haven't. I will follow up by the end of this week. It's a bit of a crazy week!

I want one of those burgers, but I am so far away.........so sad

I think I'm in. 6:30 might be a bit tight to make it from Jane/Steeles.

Come later if you have to. We'll probably be there for a while!

I'm in as long as work doesn't change things up on me.

me so brokeeeee eeeeeeee!

enjoy I'll be salivating over the reviews! lol

enjoy I'll be salivating over the reviews! lol

One day before the event I will need your absolute 100 percent confirmation because this is a large group event at a nicer restaurant. Homey don't mess around! I've talked to their PR and we may be getting some goodies but DO expect to pay for your burger. Woot Woot! I'm capping this at 20 max. Not sure if they'll have a table big enough but I'll inquire.

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All right, finally figured out my work schedule and I'm all in for this! Been a while since I had a good burger.

Whoo Hoo! The cap is at 20. If I hear anything otherwise, I'll let you know. It's going to be fun!
We'll have to break up the tables but maybe we can move around a bit after for mingling?

Ok so everything is booked for 17 so far but this has changed again.
**Good news! We're getting a PRIVATE ROOM (usually there's a minimum spend on this which is er expensive but they're waiving it for us).  
More good news: max capacity is 36 but I'd like to keep it to 30 so we can mix and mingle.
So come, join and 100 % confirmation needs to be given for MONDAY MORNING so I can confirm with the restaurant.

@Natalie T: AWESOME!!! Thanks so much for organizing!! :)

My first Toronto uye!  I'm stoked to meet some folks!!

Sorry I can no longer make it.  Had to undergo emergency wisdom tooth extraction.  Can't wait to see the pictures!

The earliest I could get down to the resto would be 7:15'ish ---
Would that still work?

Eeps Yvonne T. Sorry to hear that! Mariko, I think that may work. We should be there for a while. Let me double check with management ok? Glad to hear you can come Kat!

:) !!!!

I'm most definitely in, at around 7pm.

How long should this event expect to last? I'll probably need to catch the GO bus by 9:15pm or so...

P.S. If I only initially said "Sounds Cool" to the event, how can I change it to "I'm in"? There doesn't seem to be any options on the page to change my event status...

I heard that  Nota Bene's CRISP DUCK SALAD
(Sumac-Dusted Green Papaya Slaw, Cashews)
is good.

Also, they have SEA BASS on the menu.
SEA BASS is a good tasting fish.

Hi Peggy,
Not sure how to change it as I'm administrator of this thread. Vivek would know. You can also just confirm on here if you are coming. Jil S. The Crisp duck salad is FANTASTIC. The sea bass is pretty good too. Really, it's ALL good!

Update! Please confirm your attendance no later than tomorrow by noon. I'll be sending in the numbers then. The event should last until about 8:30 -ish or 9 given our numbers so if you're arriving late, just let me know and I'll not ify management.

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@Natalie: Thanks! I'm confirming that I'll be at Nota Bene at 7pm.

But now I'm not so much confirming that I'll have the Jennifer (since I've had it before--without going into spoiler mode, it is very good.  I don't recommend using your hands to eat it though.) I think I'll shoot for the sea bass... we'll see :D

No problem Peggy but the point of the event tomorrow is to have everyone try the burger and get together to bond over that. That said, since you've had it, not a problem.
Also: bring cash! I know it's weird but I don't think they accept debit from what I remember on my last visit. Let's make it easy for them.

it's with my deepest regret to say that I will not be able to make it today.  I'm sickkkkk and would hate to get all you fine people sick as well.

@Natalie T: Thanks soo much for all the hard work you put into this UYE.  Without a doubt, tonight would be a good good night. =P

So anyone who's on the fence, what are you waiting for?  I hope you all have a great time. =)

I'm sooooo disappointed!! I totally thought that I would be able to come tonight, and as I was drifting off last night I jolted awake because I remembered I have an event tonight!!

Have a great time. Eat a burger for me!

I gotta douche out too. RRSP deadline looming and need to drop a check off at work.

No problem. I will be sending in final numbers by 2 p.m. so please update your reservation by then so the kitchen is prepped. Thanks!

I'm in! Excited for my first UYE! What time should I be there? It says 6:30 on the invitation, but people are saying 7pm in the comments? I may have to jet early (and probably can't drink), as I have to do some studying tonight. Hope that's alright!

Hi Tara, It's at 6:30 p.m. Because there's a large group I can't guarantee how long it will take but they are aware that we're having burgers and should be prepped. Expect to be there for an hour if you can do so.

Omg thank you for such an awesome event!  It was good seeing everyone, and lol finding my long lost DC bestie!