The Danforth Delivers


I've always wanted to go to this event. I'd see it on TV every year and now I finally got to go! We arrived right at noon on Saturday, as per advice from my aunt. Not many people had shown up yet, so my cousin and I got a chance to look around. Besides the food, there were multiple stages showing off a variety of talents, from brass bands to dancers to sings each with its own unique sound. It was great! There was also many free samples, contests and activities throughout the whole festival.  

Not to mention the Guinness Record attempts! The goal was to beat the records for largest Zorba dance, largest yogourt bowl and last year's attendance record. At least the Zorba dancing made me feel less guilty about how much food I ate. :D 

When I see a sign that says 'Serving the Best Calamari on the Danforth for the Past 17 Years,' I consider that a challenge. It was still early, but it had the longest line going. SO worth it. The lightly battered, tender pieces of squid were delicious. I'm not surprised they've been called the best. They offered a few dipping sauces ranging from hot sauces to plum. They've definitely set the bar high! 

Onto the classics, souvlaki and gyro....on a pita of course! The pita bread was fresh and warm. Bread is my weakness and I crave more! The souvlaki was juicy and grilled right in front of you. Being a popular choice, grills were always covered, end to end, with skewers of chicken and pork. The gyro was pre-sliced and kept in its own juices. It was tender and spiced perfectly; not too salty, just the way I like it. The tzatziki was rich and creamy. I could eat tzatziki on EVERYTHING. The sauce I had here was the real deal. Nom Nom Nom. 


 This is a family friendly festival that brings people from all over to the Danforth. It's a great opportunity to sample food from restaurants you normally might never visit. I'm a huge fan of supporting Mom & Pop businesses, so this was right up my alley. I was not only impressed with the turn out, but impressed by how seamlessly it went.  

I can't wait to go back next year! 

 Lisa
@dorkswithforks1









Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

New! Portly Piper Pub - Oshawa

Image
A new location for the Portly Piper Pub is recently opened in Oshawa. Replacing the dated restaurant, Stav's, it will freshen up the corner of Wilson and Hwy 2. Offering lunch, dinner and breakfast, this gastropub will be a great option for the area. They even have craft beer!
Much like their Ajax location, it has a vast menu. This is one of the few restaurants that actually does everything well. Many new places try to do too much and it all ends up being mediocre. They use quality ingredients and the only complaint I have is that I ate too much. :P My father, grandmother and I went for supper the weekend before the grand opening. It's a big menu. One of those menus you need to make a choice and close it so you don't change your mind. My Nan went with the Mushroom Chicken Penne, my Dad had the Bowl of Seafood and I had the Nacho Burger with fries.  Tiger shrimp, lobster, PEI mussels and scallops served in a lightly spiced white wine tomato sauce. So savoury! My Nan was takin…
Read more

Indulge at Chatterpaul's

Image
Chatterpaul's
3500 Brock Street North
Whitby, Ontario
L1R3J4
905-665-7575
http://www.chatterpauls.com/


Reservations: Dining Room - Yes, Bar - No
Dress Code: No
Chain or Independent: Wish it was a chain!
Price: $$$$


An old favourite, a classic even. Chatterpaul's has been a special occasion venue for me. With the amazing food and service, it always has me coming back. I have never heard a negative comment about it, except the prices. However, I believe the prices are absolutely worth it. Fresh ingredients and perfect portions are what makes this place irresistible.


I have an addiction to the Stuffed Chicken Breast. I've had it almost every time. It's full of red peppers, asparagus and cheeses like asiago and jalapeno jack. Amazing. My cousin is addicted to the Chicken Parmesan. I've never seen her try anything else. A chicken breast smothered in five cheeses atop a pile of fresh(and I do mean fresh) pasta in a basil marinara sauce. Her and I eat dinner in silence bec…
Read more