Have you heard of this cumin and dangmyeon dish? Well, The Explorer eats it for breakfast! Follow her and discover unique, international and, most importantly, irresistible food.
With its rich flavours, spicy sauces and loads of options, Indian food is a delicious and satisfying choice for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. From butter chicken to freshly-baked garlic naan, if you’re craving Indian food, these places will bring it right to your door.
With plenty of talented chefs and fresh, locally sourced seafood, Victoria is home to some of Canada’s best sushi joints. And while visiting one of these spots can be a lot of fun, sometimes you’ll want to enjoy fresh-made sushi in the comfort of your own home. When the craving strikes, here are some restaurants that really deliver.
Fresh cilantro, spicy salsa, warm corn tortillas – whether it's tacos to go or a leisurely margarita-fuelled dinner, sometimes you just gotta have Mexican food. The next time you're craving the heat and aromas of Mexico check out one of these tempting taquerias or comforting cafes for an authentic take on the real thing.
Friendly people, fresh flavours and generous portions: sound good? Dining at a good Greek restaurant is like coming home – providing you can get melt-in-your mouth lamb dishes and perfectly stuffed dolmades at your home. If you can't, then you should head to one of these local restaurants. Even if you can, each of these places puts its own spin on the Greek classics.
Sure, there are lots of places in the city for fish and chips or burgers and fries, but when you're craving noodles, lemongrass and curry it's time for a trip to Vietnam. Too far to go for dinner, you say? Not at all, because you can enjoy those intoxicating Southeast Asian flavours right here in Victoria at one of these local restaurants.
Gnocchi: little potato dumplings smothered in rich creamy sauce and garnished with herbs. These delectable morsels have stolen the hearts of many carb-loving diners in Vancouver. Every restaurant on this list puts their own spin on this classic dish – adding different cheeses, seasonings and flavour combinations – so no two gnocchi experiences are ever the same (unless you want them to be). [Photo credit: iStock.com/IriGri8]
Want to sup and don't mind a little splurging? Culinary excellence is found at these Toronto eateries that offer pre-set menus, many of which change with the season. From an oh-so authentic French bistro to experimental Canadian fare here are Toronto's top prix-fixe restaurants.
This culturally diverse neighbourhood in East Toronto is home to an eclectic mix of urban diners, European bakeries and innovative modern Canadian restaurants. It's the perfect spot to find a tasty and filling breakfast to get your day started off right.
As locals know, Little Italy offers much more than Italian food. Breakfast is one of the most popular meals of the day in this busy 'hood, and the following restaurants attract hungry crowds every single weekend.
While it's sometimes viewed as an exclusive lunch item – one that's frequently passed over for more readily-available fast food options – the classic sandwich has become so much more in recent years. Toronto's trendy West Queen West 'hood has a number of great sandwich places worth a visit.
Mamma mia! Whether it’s a fancy twist on the traditional or something that hasn’t been seen before, you should prepare to rediscover the sandwich as an art form at these Little Italy eateries.
When you’re craving fast food with character and flavour few things are better than marinated, grilled chicken, doused in garlicky yogurt sauce and wrapped in a warm pita blanket. Translated from Turkish, shish-taouk means “skewered chicken.” Technically, it can also mean kebobs, kebabs and donairs but the Toronto version is gently sizzling, chicken shawarma carved from a vertical spit.