As I turned the door handle UP, as instructed by the note on the door. I mowed my way through a crowd which we later on found that it was a Spanish speaking out-of-town youth tour group that might have been from another Country. Sorry kids, you get…More »
Kung Fu Duck is neither a Martial Arts Studio or a Disney Movie. It is another Wuhan(Chinese) Duck Specialty Shop. You might remember The Hot Duck from one of my previous reviews, this is of the same nature. It's unfortunate that there was no…More »
. Curry Fish Balls
($1.50)
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Quintessential Hong Kong Aphrodisiac.
Well, as much as Oysters anyways.
Want your Balls spicy or non-spicy?
There's only one TRUE option, you know.
An…More »
I learn something NEW everyday, mostly unintentional. I learned that the Singapore or Macau Jerky I've been eating all these years, Wikipedia notes it as "Bakkwa Jerky". The second thing that I learned while some of you might have already noticed is…More »
It's like walking into a Travel Agency. Malaysia destination posters align the walls along with photos of some colorful Food selection. The Menu is affordable(!) while having plenty of selection of Malaysian Snacks & Hawker's Delights that made you…More »
Izakaya Ju works for me...
An Izakaya is a type of Japanese drinking establishment which also serves food to accompany the drinks. There are 2 elements at Ju that suits me quite well, but obviously not all people can be ME. I think if you consider…More »
I stood there LOOKING up at the banner saying "The Hot Duck", a tiny take-out shop in the inside of the plaza right across from the grocery store. The attendant spoke to me, "What would it be, HANDSOME?" Of course that is a normal greeting in Hong…More »
For an uptown Vegan Bakery, it merits some bling bling stars just for being a Vegan dedicated Bakery.
The more you reach Thornhill, Richmond Hill or Markham, the less Vegan friendly the area becomes.
Anti-vegans if you will.
Those bling bling also…More »
Categories:
Desserts,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Etobicoke, New Toronto
Delicious looking Chocolate.
Enticing Cakes & Ice Cream Sandwiches.
Interesting Ice Cream combinations.
Historic looking Children knik knak displays.
Mummies & Children coming thru the doorway every 2-minutes.
I just came for the following Ice Cream...
…More »
Elephant Ears...
Beaver Tail...
Roadkill du Jour.
Call it what you will.
Look at that, mine even had decorative Tire tracks. (http://www.yelp.ca/biz...)
Maple Butter($4.50) spread on Fried Dough, Chocolate drizzled on top.
Sandwich it like NY-style Pizza…More »
The Empanada Company
Combo 1. ($4.99)
2 Empanadas, 1 Dip or 1 Drink
Traditional or Contemporary
Baked or Deep-Fried
Eat-in or Take-out
Dip or Drink
Sweet and Spicy Beef Empanada -
Pan seared Beef, Sugar snap Peas, Broccoli,…More »
As a marathon runner prepares for his run, I prepared myself for tomorrow with a full CARB diet of Japanese Vegetable Ramen($4.48) at Naniwa-Taro. I just love their Octopus logo, I think it means you can get your Takoyaki($4.25/6, $4.98/8) on at…More »
Eating here really provided me a vision to appreciate the Izakaya back home in the Greater Toronto Area where the Japanese Grill Cook prepares Yakitori using Bincho-tan as he sweat and gets Teary-eyed as the smoke overwhelms him as the Yakitori…More »
Categories:
Korean,
Food Stands,
Fast Food
Neighbourhood: Willowdale
The Korean Man hummed a few verse of K-tunes.
Preparing the next batch of Bungeoppang.
Lady prep'd my order of Daily Special O-Sam($2.50).
Sauce option of Spicy or Teriyaki. 20% Tip'd. :D
A skewer of 2-piece Bacon-wrapped mini Fishcakes.
Take that bench…More »
Category:
Grocery
Neighbourhoods: Koreatown, Palmerston
I'm uncertain what transpired at RMP.
Let's piece the puzzle together.
- Non-Korean(moi) enters RMP.
- Small operation Mom/Pop Korean.
- RMP has barely any Menu/English.
- Window has more Menu than inside.
- Furnishings is temporary-stay quality.
-…More »
Category:
Food Stands
Neighbourhood: Scarborough
Mr. Chestnut works in his Chestnut-Mobile(Van) right outside the main doors of Splendid China Mall(Current Location - Check website for update Time & Location). You probably saw his Chestnuts at T&T Supermarkets using the business name TinTin…More »
Did someone in your Family offer your Baking services for a community Bake Sale?
Do your "Kids"(Yelpers) want to Bake Cookies with you?
Are you LAZY and simply wish for a Latte while you pay others to take your place in the Baking?
Sweet Flour Bake…More »
This Tung Tung is within the Pacific Heritage Town on the 2nd level of Pacific Mall. It's definitely Cantonese favourite that as a Kid growing up I always enjoy these at Theatres or on walking along Hong Kong streets. It's such a rare item to find…More »
My memories of Walnut Cake was from a Korean man at Pacific Mall many years ago. SECOND floor he had a small stall situated beside clothing stores, bubble tea shops, and snack shops. He stood out from all others because of his background and his…More »
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhood: Willowdale
I happen to stroll along minding my own beeswax then this Bakery Rack gets in my way. I sucked my GUT in as much as I've learned through my seldom Yoga Training and wiggled my way inside. On the left are a mix of Buns, Breads, Cookies, and Misc.…More »
Category:
Caribbean
Neighbourhood: Scarborough
It's been YEARS since my original Doubles experience and I have lost my photographic memory of that experience, plus it was my final university years in 'loo. I had no idea WHY I had my first Trinidad food experience in a German community, I guess I…More »
Most of you know of Chun Gi Mei Snack House in that corner spot of 1st floor Pacific Mall serving up your HK variety street food such as Curry Fish Ball or Beef Ball. At least those non-Asians lining up knew of it.
Mini Mini is one of the few Bubble…More »
Remember Egg Rolls? Crumbly Tubular Crepes?
Crumbles upon entry.[1] Disintegrates like you have Bad Breath.
Hong Kong comedy show feature Egg Rolls as an act.
Give it a try...
1. Insert Egg Rolls in mouth
2. Chew but do not swallow
3. Fill mouth to…More »
This Hot Duck branch is missing a little Je ne sais quoi when I felt a vibe walking inside. This vibe is probably the same 6th sense that make me put this Duck Specialty Shop on the last of my to-visit destinations.
This Hot Duck is not within a…More »
Takoyaki(Octopus $5.00) is a rare commodity in my immediate community. Especially FRESH made ones are to be treasured. On overseas vacations, I consume these like water whenever available. I was quite surprised that my Friends brought me here to…More »
Divine Personnels from beyond must be sending me a Twitter msg.
Every single Chicharron I've had has been imperviously protected.
Chicharron dishes should come with Warning Labels.
Not about the Cholesterol but about Dental consequences.
I tried to make…More »
Prairie Lamb Kabob is pretty much a 1-person operation that you're probably familiar if you have been around the Spadina & Dundas area. A tiny Yakitori-style corner at the very back hidden Heritage Town in 2nd level Pacific Mall... Near the…More »
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