Vietnamese staples to an eager crowd of hungry U of W students. The new downtown spot trades in the titular sandwich, in both traditional and original varieties, from pâté to sambal-spiced shrimp. Also try hefty helpings of pho, sweet frozen drinks, and the baoger, a burger served on a steamed bun( bao). 510 Portage Ave, 204‐775‐9323— JK
I clever concepts
Two new spots have shown how expanding on a winning idea can create a viable business opportunity. Food truck favourite Kyu Grill, a brand extension of Isabel St eatery Kyu Bistro, has won admirers for its Japaneseaccented snack food, including“ heroshimas”— skewers of meat sandwiched inside a fluffy egg roll and piled with Japanese condiments. Now a location in the revamped Forks Market Food Hall offers year-round indulgence. By the way, next
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door neighbour Nuburger has teamed up with stakeholders from Carbone Coal Fired Pizza to create Underdogs, a sports bar styled restaurant complete with arcade games and table tennis. The food diners love has been transplanted into a new setting that centres on
fun, with a menu of loaded pizzas and burgers alongside modern, smart twists on pub staples like wings and nachos. Kyu Grill, 1 Forks Market Rd, kyugrill. com; Underdogs, 2609 Portage Ave, 204‐615‐6104— JK editor ' s pick
I global pancakes
Pancakes take myriad forms around the world. It seems that nearly every culture has its own time-honoured version of a thin, cakelike dish cooked on a griddle. Find traditional Jewish latkes at Sherbrook Street Deli, just like Bubbe used to make. Japanese-style crepes at Kawaii Crepe layer fun flavour combinations, like Snickers-inspired caramel, chocolate, and nuts( pictured), between crispy folds for a handheld snack. Classic French cooking at Resto Gare includes soft, delicate crêpes aux epinards holding a mélange of sautéed mushroom, spinach, and Swiss chard with creamy chevre. Scallion pancakes from North Garden have a golden exterior, with bites revealing a soft, fragrant centre. Okonomiyaki at Dwarf no Cachette is made with cabbage-based batter layered with seafood and vegetables, is fried into a crisp, savoury cake.
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