Breakfast for Lunch: Two Eggs My Way at Early Bird Cafe

Two Eggs My Way, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

Getting to Early Bird Cafe (102 Avenue and 97 Street) in time to order off their breakfast menu is a challange for me during the week, but not so on a Saturday when the menu is available until 2 p.m. (the lunch menu is available as well).

I wanted eggs, and that is exactly what I got: two eggs "my way" (which means over-easy), hash browns, and toast - for a mere $4.50. I could have gotten another eggo for another dollar. Another dollor or two would have gotten me some bacon.

No complaints - the eggs were perfect. The hash browns were the cubed variety and very nicely seasoned. The toast was, well, toast.

The breakfast menu is huge and has a lot of variety and low prices. Early Bird may very well become my regular Saturday brunch destination.

The Pho Files: Extra Large Steak and Brisket

Extra Large Steak and Brisket, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I headed back to Pho Tau Bay today, and decided to join the big leagues. I ordered an extra large size of my favourite combination, steak and brisket. The amount of meat seemed to be the same as the regular size, with more noodles and broth. I especially liked the cubes of brisket today, finding them very meaty and flavourful.

Bourbon Chicken and Rice

Bourbon Chicken and Rice, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I tend to stay away from food court Chinese places. They load everything up with MSG and oyster sauce. However, I make an exception for Famous Wok in City Centre (lower level in the former Eaton Centre side). Their bourbon chicken is incredible. It is so simple, yet so delicious: tender pieces of dark meat in a sweet bourbon sauce. It goes perfectly with fried rice. Pictured here is the two item plate. It is an inexpensive and filling lunch.

Chopped Leaf: Do It Yourself Starter Salad

Do It Yourself Starter Salad, a photo by raise my voice on Flickr.

I finally made it to The Chopped Leaf yesterday. Despite the plethora of chef created salads, I opted to do it myself with spinach, walnuts, pecans, mushrooms, avocado, balsamic vinegar, and a protein of smoked tofu (for an additional $3 charge).

Taste-wise, I had nothing to complain about. It was good. It also was not enough for a lunch. I am assuming if I got a full-sized salad, it would have filled me up. Still, $8.50 for a starter salad is a bit high. If I really, really wanted a salad and nothing else, I would head again to Chopped Leaf without hesitation.