Category Archives: Canada

Is Scarborough, Ontario the dining capital of the world?

Wednesday night I was taken on a restaurant tour of Scarborough — four different places — plus rolls from a Sri Lankan locale, consumed in the office of the Dean of UT Scarborough and with the assistance of Peter Loewen. … Continue reading

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Montreal bleg

Where should I eat there? And what is the best place for vegetarian or Indian food? I thank you all in advance for whatever aid you can offer. Originally posted on Marginal Revolution – click to see comments and suggestions. … Continue reading

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The food culture that is Canada

When author Anita Stewart first heard about the Canadian government’s new food truck parked in Mexico City, she laughed so hard she cried. The new Canada-branded, taxpayer-funded venture, which kicked off its three-week pilot project last week, is serving up … Continue reading

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Toronto food bleg

I won’t be there until September (2012), but someone I know (who lives in “our world,” most likely you have read him on economics) will be there sooner. Please help us both out. He has very good taste in food. … Continue reading

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Edmonton bleg

I’ll have a free day there Saturday. What should I do, where should I go, and what/where should I eat? As always I thank you in advance for the suggestions; they do guide my decision-making. It is one of my … Continue reading

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Nova Scotia bleg

Natasha and I lucked out with frequent flyer miles and soon we will have two lovely days in Nova Scotia, starting in Halifax but with a rental car. What should we do? Where should we eat? Your thoughts would be … Continue reading

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