The Little Black Dress recent post generated a bit of discussion. What service uniform has impressed you? What establishments stand out in their thought around uniforms? Is there something more imaginative and stylish than the classic black pants/white shirt? What are your thoughts about women servers wearing ties?
Cheers.
Also posted in Billy's World |
The best pizza in Toronto? There is no such thing really, but Kato suggested that M & B was in the top league. After a couple of visits I have to agree. And there’s other nice features such really good homemade soups, and modest wine prices. Don’t expect a rip-roaring Terroni atmosphere – this is [...]
Good Hotel Food in Downtown Toronto
Bb33 bistro and brasserie at the Delta Chelsea (33 Gerard Street West) is much overlooked. Every meal I’ve had there has been outstanding – for food and service. And I love the gigantic ‘countryside’ murals. I know that a lot of out-of-town visitors stay here, so check it out. Clearly [...]
After several days of researching car tires, Kato gave me the good news that the best deal was not in Brampton but close to home on Yonge Street. In fact, very close to Grano restaurant. So if you need new rubber call Victor’s Tire & Automotive Centre and enjoy a leisurely Italian lunch while they [...]
Some places get awards for wine lists as bulky as the phone book, but I prefer to see content, a friendly layout and some creativity. Buchanan’s Chop House & Whiskey Bar in Calgary not only does well in all these categories but adds humour too. Wine and category descriptions are wonderfully amusing and accurate. Cave [...]
Gotta check this out! Our latest fave restaurant and party locale: Oddfellows @ 936 Queen Street West, Toronto 416 534 5244
Oddfellow’s food delicious and abundant, the design understated and creative…but the pièce de résistance is the winnebago parked in the back which you can rent for $100. The party camper holds about 20 (8 for [...]
And will report in after our party.
It’s the ‘oil of the nation’ is how an Irish farmer once described Guinness to me.
A beautiful summary of how a drink binds a country’s culture and economy. And imagination. Guinness is ‘terroir’ to Ireland. Every place, moment and person in the country appears more Irish when you’re drinking Guinness. The feeling of the country [...]
Also posted in Billy's World | Tagged beer, Guinness |
WHAT DO WE GET FROM RESTAURANT REVIEWS?
Usually it’s a deconstruction of the menu, a mentions the chef’s name and background, and approximate cost of a meal with a glass of wine. It’s as if the experience was ONLY about the food.
Most people today are pretty good home cooks or know where to get ready foods [...]
Also posted in Billy's World |
FIRST PATIO SPOTTING of THE YEAR
Sunday March 6th @ Oddfellow’s, Queen Street West @ Shaw, Toronto
Yes! Yes! Yes!
Also posted in Billy's World | Tagged cafe |
