Dessert
VICTOR – Le Germain, Toronto
by supershag on Oct.16, 2013, under Dessert, Free Wi-Fi, Restaurants, Stay Here If You Can, Swanky, Toronto, ON - Canada, Vegetarian, Wine
Victor restaurant was a pleasant surprise for my stay at Hotel Le Germain in Toronto, it really held up to the five star experience the hotel gives.
They offer a tasting menu and al la carte, as well, if you are headed to the theater they have an option that will give you the full experience with a faster turn around.
We ended up ordering a few options across the menu so we could have a variety of tastes throughout the evening.
‘Little Portugal’ Lobster and Chicken Cataplana, chorizo, rice and saffron
‘Les Miserables’ Duck Breas ‘Al’Orange’ Pomme fondant and carrots.
Sushi Pizza 2013! Sashimi, lobster salad, roe, avocado, crisp rice and wasabi-miso dressing.
Seasonal Vegetable Casserole
The night finished with a tasty takeaway left by our waiter of caramel covered popcorn squares.
The space is small and gets really busy as the night goes on, I highly recommend making a reservation at Victor Restaurant in Toronto’s Hotel Le Germain so you can ensure you’ll be able to get in.
Asia de Cuba
by supershag on May.02, 2013, under Bellini, California, Champagne, Chicken Club, Cocktails, Dessert, Happening, Lobster BLT, Los Angeles, Mojito, Music, Parking/Valet, Roof Deck/Patio, Salad, Salmon, Stay Here If You Can, Steak, Sushi, Swanky, Tartar, Tuna, Vegetarian, Wine
Asia de Cuba is one of my fav places to eat in Los Angeles.
Located in the funky Mondrian hotel it offers inside and outside dining.
The food is Cuban fusion and is outstanding.
Calamari salad is the signature starter and is a must. It is a big portion so can be shared.
Tuna pica is also excellent.
The view of LA is incredible .
The mojitos are very good as well. Especially the mango .
Salmon was great.
So was Cuban chicken.
The steak was so good that I forgot to photograph it before I started eating.
The wild decor almost has an Alice in Wonderland feel.
While this is not a cheap place it is definately worth a visit.
To make a reservation
Marché Moderne – Costa Mesa
by supershag on Oct.14, 2012, under City, Coq au Vin, Costa Mesa, Dessert, Free Wi-Fi, Parking/Valet, Roof Deck/Patio, Swanky, Tartar, Tuna, Veal
Do not let the strange location of this restaurant fool you( it is on the top level of the South Coast Plaza). It is my fav place to eat in the Irvine/Costa Mesa area
It features 2 outside eating areas.(this one is actually in the mall)
This one is inside the restaurant walls but actually the roof opens up.( confusing at first but after a few drinks it will all make sense)
The bar is small but very well stocked and the bartenders have always been excellent on each visit .
The main seating area is right next to an open kitchen.
The food is excellent. I have never had anything that I did not really enjoy.
The bone marrow an tataki were both excellent.
Coq au vin simply magnifique.
John Dorey is a fish and was excellent.( I thought he played for Huddersfield )
For dessert it is definately off to Hungary.
We actually started and finished in Hungary .
RTo make a reservation
Mike’s Pastry Boston, MA
by supershag on Sep.13, 2012, under Boston, Cafe, Coffee, Coffee Shop, Dessert, Novelty, Pastries, Restaurants
A must go for the Boston tourist, with friends in town from Liverpool, we ended up stopping by Mike’s Pastry in the North End of Boston for as they put it ‘an unforgettable cannoli’
The line at Mike’s on a Saturday or Sunday will be out the door and to the end of the block, we went on a Thursday around 11AM, walked right in and grabbed a table.
OREO Cannoli…need I say more? Although it’s not my type of treat, they were 100% satisfied with this creation!
A latte to top it all off, which was just what I was needing!
