Here's what's tasty in Toronto today...
The farmers' markets run by the city (Nathan Phillip Square, Metro Hall, etc) will be back up and running as of tomorrow, albeit on a reduced level with no city support - so no electrical outlets, washrooms or garbage clean up. Still, we're happy to have them back, since the farmers shouldn't have to suffer because the city and its workers can't get along. [Posted Toronto]
"Only shortly after ordering, it becomes crystal clear that Nonna has left the building." Ouch. Alan A. Vernon and Sean Kelly Keenan don't have much good to say about Black Skirt. [Eye Weekly]
Despite being a list-maker, I'm not loving the Toronto Star's week of lists. However Corey Mintz compiles a good collection of "buyer beware" tips on how restaurants might be gouging customers. [Toronto Star]
Peas, please. Elizabeth Baird points out that while asparagus might get all the glory in terms of green spring vegetables, those little green orbs are pretty versatile and tasty. [Toronto Sun]
The best local cuisine from across the country, from lobster in the east to spot prawns in the west. [Globe and Mail]
Scotland loves us. Why else would they make a beer, aged in Canadian whisky barrels, just for us? Both beer writer Josh Rubin and wine writer Beppi Crosariol approve. [Toronto Star, Globe and Mail]
The owner of local restaurant Le Select Bistro starts an online squabble by using the restaurant's website to suggest people boycott the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit at the ROM. [National Post]
The children, who will think of them? ICI Bistro at Bathurst and Harbord can't get a liquor license because locals are concerned that kids from nearby schools might start hanging out there. Nevermind that the place wouldn't open until 6pm for dinner service, long after the kids (who probably don't have much of a taste for fine wine) have already headed home. [Toronto Star]
This guy's lawn brings new meaning to the term "funion". What a brilliant way to grow your own produce. [BlogTO]
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