Fressen

My nephew had just returned from a 4 month volunteer job in Peru. My granddaughter, Hayah, is leaving to go back to Israel. Alex had a few hours in between gigs. My brother even drove in from St Catherines. We all met for a Sunday brunch. You can just imagine all the conversation. Everybody was asking questions and each person had so much to contribute.

My nephew and I love this place because it is vegetarian. I guarantee that anyone can find delicious food here. I have had brunch/lunch here several times in the past and I always have been excited by the tasty food, great choices and artistic presentation. One suggestion is to order cold tapas to share or have as a lighter lunch. One is $6.00 or 3 for $15.00

We shared the Marinated Olives. Three types of olives are marinated with fresh herbs and spices. Spectacular.

The Jicama & Mango Salad offered shredded jicama and mango marinated in lime, chilies, herbs and olive oil tossed in peppery arugula and almonds.

Our third choice tapas was the dish of Spicy Red Lentils Balls. Pureed red lentil balls are mixed with parsley, red peppers and mint.

My granddaughter, Hayah ordered the Pancakes for brunch.($10.00) The spelt and barley pancakes were beautifully rolled on the plate with a stick of fresh tarragon on top. Hayah said they had a nutty flavor and were far more flavorful and tasty than a regular pancake. Stewed fruit nicely balanced the taste of the pancakes.

Alex chose the Tofu Sandwich. The bread was a very high quality multi grain and the sandwich was enormous in size. A seared tofu slice was served with tomatoes, lettuce and tempeh. A huge portion delicious roasted small potatoes and a green salad were offered for only $10.00. Those potatoes were amazing and we all ate far too many.

My brother enjoyed the Avocado Sandwich with sliced tomatoes, tempeh, lettuce and also served with those fabulous potatoes and greens.($10.00)

My nephew, Nathaniel and I opted for the Tofu Scrambles. We both have enjoyed this in the past. It was so delicious. Marinated tofu is scrambled with peppers, asparagus, and corn and served with a tortilla. There were also small slices of bread to enjoy the side of mashed avocado. A scoop of black bean dip and some salsa were part of this enormous portion of fantastic food. How do they do this for only ($10.00)

Last visit I enjoyed the Corn Fritters. Seared sweet potato and corn fritters are filled with shredded celery root, sweet peas and fresh herbs.($10.00)

The service is warm and friendly. The plates are beautifully garnished. Even more important the food is so tasty. The chef has a way with using an appropriate amount of herbs and spices.

This is healthy food. It is also delicious and very reasonable. What a fun spot on trendy Queen St West.