Summerlicious is upon us again. One of my favourite food events in Toronto, it is a perfect opportunity to try a new restaurant, indulge for a great price and overall, eat some great food. This year’s event runs from July 4th to 20th. Participating restaurants will be offering set lunch ($15, $20 or $25) and dinner ($30, $35, $40) menus. Personally, I find reservations are easier to make today with many restaurants using online systems but if you’re aiming for a popular venue (ie. Canoe, Auberge de Pommier), calling on the day reservations open is still a must. Every year, I aim to eat at one “fancy” restaurant to add to my list of restaurants for special occasions, one casual “dinner” for a night out with friends and one restaurant that caters to large groups. So far this year, I have 3 dinners set and one lunch still to be planned.
Where I’ll Be:
- Cafe Boulud – $45 Dinner / French / The “fancy” dinner
- Ganzi Osteria – $25 Dinner / Italian / The “casual” dinner
- Jump – $35 Dinner / Italian / The “group” dinner
Recommendations:
- Lunch – I’m looking for tantalizing menus that are similar or even more appealing relative to the dinner menu
- Weslodge – $20 Lunch / Canadian / I would order Scotch Egg, Seared Sea Bass and Instant Cake
- Bosk (Past Review) – $25 Lunch / Canadian / I would order Seared Albacore Tuna, Roasted Flat Iron Steak and Citrus Cake
- Quince (Past Review) – $20 Lunch / Mediterranean / I would order Gazpacho Soup, Capunti Bianco and Warm Chocolate Brownie
- Dinner – I’m looking for great atmosphere, interesting menu items and best value
- Auberge du Pommier – $45 Dinner / French / I would order Watermelon Gazpacho, Salmon & Peas and Ice Cream Sandwich
- Bent (Past Review) – $35 Dinner / Asian / I would order Gazpacho, Asian Marinated Stirploin and the Dessert Trio
- Luma (Past Review) – $35 Dinner / Canadian / I would order Tossed Octopus Salad, Broiled Pickerel and Chocolate Parfait Sundae
- Good for Groups – I’m looking for a variety of choices, easy parking/access and a spacious dining area
- Parts & Labour (Past Review) – $35 Dinner only / Canadian / I would order Steak Tartare, Pappardelle and Lemon Pie
- Destingo (Past Review) – $15 Lunch, $25 Dinner / Italian / For dinner I would order the Grilled Calamari, Rack of Lamb and Tiramisu
- Paese (Past Review) – $20 Lunch, $35 Dinner / Italian / For dinner I would order the Chilled Soup, Ravioli and Lobster and Cioccolato
Check out all of my past Licious event reviews for more ideas and recommendations.
[…] familiar with the drill. If not, check out my previous guides/picks for Winterlicious 2015 and Summerlicious 2014. This year’s event runs from January 29th to February 11th. Lunch prices are $18, $23, […]
[…] With the dismal weather outside I need every motivation possible to leave the warmth of my bed. While I usually hibernate through February, the one event that does get me out the door is Winterlicious. This year is no exception and I’ll be visiting an old favourite along with two new spots (or at least new to me) to kick off 2017. This year’s event runs from January 27th to February 9th. Lunch prices are $18, $23, $28 (same as last year) and dinner prices are $28, $38, $48 ($3 higher than last year). Links to my previous years’ guides can be found here Winterlicious 2016, Winterlicious 2015 and Summerlicious 2014. […]