Late post, these are photos from Mother’s Day. It was such a great day that I didn’t so much pick up the camera, as enjoy the warm sun, and nice weather. Two photos from that Sunday: my grandmother, and of course dessert from a family dinner.

Decadent Desserts (100 King st. west) is a small bakery located on the PATH (towards St Andrews Stn.) , and is probably the best place to discover on a rainy day. They have a vast range of baked goods, that are made fresh each day or to order.

(Hazelnut Tarimisu Tort)

(Caramel Crunch) 

(Double Chocolate Cake)

(Decadent Cake with Caramel Sauce)

(Tiramisu Cake) 

(Traditional Eggs Benedict: Poached eggs and your choice of peameal or regular bacon on an English muffin, topped with hollandaise sauce. Served with sautéed mini potatoes and fresh fruit.)

(Thick Sliced French Toast: Served with individual bottle of pure maple syrup, and strawberries.)

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cake flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons powdered green tea
1 1/4 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
1 cup plain yogurt
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 2 - 9 inch round pans. Sift together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking soda, salt, and green tea powder; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, beat together sugar, oil, and eggs until smooth. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the yogurt, mixing just until incorporated. Pour batter into prepared pans.
3. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. Cool on wire rack for 30 minutes before turning out of the pans.

 (Cafe Latte + vanilla shot; B52 Coffee)

(Albacore Tuna: texas toast bread filled with tuna salad, lettuce, tomato and Swiss cheese.)

(Turkey Sandwich: tender smoked turkey breast, sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, fresh tomato, house mayonnaise and golden Italian dressing on toasted foccacia.)

(Cantonese Chicken Chow Mein: atir-fried seasoned chicken breast, Asian vegetable slaw, crisp water chestnuts, light soya-oyster sauce, sesame seeds, oriental noodles.)

(Sweet Potato Fries: Plank cut, tasty and naturally sweet. Served with a selection of dipping sauces.)

(Deli Burger: Premium, Certified Angus Beef seasoned and char-broiled, on a sesame seed bun with grilled onion and tomato. Served with french fries and choice of coleslaw or citrus & mixed nut couscous.)

(Halibut Fish and Chips: India Pale Ale beer battered fillets, lemon, Coleslaw and French fries.)

(Tilapia with Creamy Lobster Topping: tender tilapia fillet pan-fried and topped with lightly sautéed lobster pieces, baby shrimp, julienne vegetables, spinach, and finished with a creamy white wine and fresh herb sauce. Served with steamed rice.)

Sometimes the most interesting of places are ones that look like a hole in the wall. At least, this is what my first impression was when I came across Reggie’s Old Fashioned Sandwiches.

Located west of Spadina, Reggie’s can be found hidden in-between as empty store front, and a burger joint. It looks rather deceiving, with its small store front, pealing navy blue paint, and large window. However, on the inside, Reggie’s has a large floor space which extends quite a bit back. In the middle of the place, is the counter, and kitchen. Which are surrounded by small two-seater tables in the front, and two large communal tables in back. 

Reggie’s is not like your standard sandwich shop. For one, all sandwiches are at least $10 + tax. And for good reason. The owners use high quality meats, quality breads and other ingredients from local  sources. The chefs do not skimp on stiffing the sandwiches with vegetable, cheese, and meat either. After ordering, each sandwich takes up to ten minutes to make. Which may be the only downside.

(Hickory Smoke Chicken Wrap: marinated vegetables, goat cheese, spinach, and sun dried tomatoes.)

(Tuna Melt: cheddar cheese, celery, sweet peppers, green onion, and mayo.)

(Ham and Swiss: ham, swiss, Dijon mustard, and mayo.)

It’s worth taking the time to check out. If not to quickie step in to grab something to go, than to at least sit down with a sandwich and a coke.

(Grilled Chicken Ceasar Wrap - Grilled chicken breast with romaine lettuce and Caesar dressing, served lightly toasted in a cilantro wrap.)

(Original Egg, Bacon, and Cheddar Wrap - Egg, bacon, shredded cheddar cheese with a California pepper sauce in a Cilantro wrap.)

(Breakfast Bagel - Egg, bacon, cheddar & leaf lettuce served on a multigrain bagel)

(Belgian Waffle with Syrup - plain Belgian waffle with a side of syrup)

(Wasabi Tuna Melt - savoury Tuna topped with sliced tomato and avocado, melted swiss cheese and a hint of zesty wasabi mayo. Served with a California salad.)

Part of my college program consisted of an internship at a design place. The placement I found had the downside of being hold up in the back of a salon, and a daily travel time of 4.5 hours. Probably the only thing that got me through it (beside lots of coffee), was William’s Fresh Cafe. The calm atmosphere, and fresh food made for a positive day.