Hahahaha
But I love your Avatar, Googs. It’s exactly how I picture you, walking into any of the restaurants you mention.
2 Likes
Tutto Panino, a new Sandwich Shop owned by Charlotte Day Wilson (I don’t know anything about her but the youths seem to know her well).
I liked this sandwich. This is the Tutto Panino, their assorted. 16 bucks before tax. Nice crusty roll, tart vinaigrette.
Soma’s Western-most location is around a 10 minute walk east of Tutto Panino, if you want to combine the 2 on one visit.
There are a few tables outside, for people who like to eat outside.
I used magic eraser on my phone to erase a person standing in front of the patio, who had pit stains on her t shirt. (Hot day here) Hee hee. AI to the rescue.
Open 11 am to 7 pm, 5 days a week.
3 Likes
Ooh looks good…
1 Like
It’s hard to make money on music. Having an investment seems clever.
1 Like
This place has a really nice vibe. The youths working there are having fun, and it shows. I’ll be back. I wouldn’t make a trip all the way from Durham region, but if you happen to be near Jameson or Queen and Lansdowne and craving a sandwich, I think this is the spot. I will walk from Little Italy for this Sandwich, but I walk a lot regardless!
I like Tutto Panino better than Lambo’s. I have tried 4 Sandwiches at Lambo’s, on 3 visits now. That said, Lambo’s is about an 8 minute walk, as is Fourth Man in the Fire which makes a good Caprese sandwich, a good grinder/ hoagie, and a nice version of a Chicken Parm that is distinct from California Sandwiches, so there’s that. LOL.
I do love the tuna sandwich at Mattachioni on Dupont in the Junction.
I still need to try the Tuscan sandwiches at Alfie’s ($22ish!!!) on Baldwin.
And the sandwiches at Ariete e Toro at 12 Keewatin, near Yonge and Eg.
1 Like
Fourth Man’s sandwich differentiator is that they bake the bread on demand using their pizza dough - not the most authentic but so nice to have fresh bread vs days old from other spots. Alfie’s I tried and didn’t find worth it, but no pics to share, sorry. It was fine, but I think Aifam (Harbord St) is underrated in comparison as the $20+ Alfie’s sandwich reminded me of Aifam ($16 IRC)
3 Likes
The Fourth Man in the Fire Chicken Parm sandwich also a less messy sandwich and a more manageable size for me! I like it a lot.
I tried the Caprese at Ai Fam which is made with sundried tomatoes, as well as the vegetarian sandwich at Ai Fam. I have been twice. I liked it but I haven’t been back because I have half a dozen other Italian sandwich places I haven’t tried yet!
Nice people.
My last sandwich at Ai Fam. July 2024! Time flies.
I like the style of sandwich at Tutto Panino slightly more than the style at Ai Fam. But that’s sort of comparing apples to oranges.
1 Like
a good prosciutto Panino from Bottega Volo. $18 before tax
prosciutto, pesto, sundried tomato, fennel salami and mozzarella
4 Likes
Café Zuzu at 555 Dundas E in Regent Park offers brunch and dinner. The coffee shop inside is open during the day, as well. Spacious inside. Lots of patio seating. It is a Zuccarini restaurant.
I purchased some olive oil and my friend enjoyed their ice cream.
I’ll be back to try brunch soon.
2 Likes
I stopped by Riviera Bakery on College Street for some palmiers and almond amaretti last week. Both were good.
1 Like
I tried the Classic Tiramisu at Nonna Lia this week. We liked it.
It’s a fairly small portion for $20 but I think it’s worth it. 2 people could eat the whole tiramisu.
The café is quite spacious. it took over the Oakwood Hardware space on Oakwood.
This was my flat white on their patio.
2 Likes
Alfie’s Sandwiches at 35 Baldwin.
The Laura: burrata, arugula , pesto oil, chili oil, tomato
Mortadella is probably even better, for those who like cured meats. I had a lot of ham yesterday in my Swiss Train Ride at Union, so I went veggie today.
The Sandwiches are big enough to share. Lots of couples sharing them.
I liked my sandwich. The bread type and the bread to filling ratio at Tutto Panino is more my jam.
The crust on the bread at Alfie’s is crispy, like some pizza crusts.
I ordered online through Ambassador. This place is really busy. I suspect it’s a 40 minute wait for walk ins.
2 Likes
I decided to stick to the Italian theme for dinner tonight.
Viaggio on Dundas W is closing their patio tomorrow. I decided to have dinner there tonight.
My first course was the bagna cauda, comprised of grilled shishitos, roasted delicata and roasted kabocha topped with a smoked trout bagna cauda. My second course was a Cavatelli with duck confit, charred carrot, tamarind and créme fraiche. It worked. Unconventional, delicious.
Both dishes were seasoned perfectly for my taste.
3 Likes
I haven’t been there for a while.. will have to try their patio when they reopen it next year!
2 Likes
