I went to this restaurant when they first opened but for some reason, I never went back. This often happens for no other reason than my perpetual curiosity to keep trying new restaurants.

However, a few weeks ago I dined at Bi Bim Bap…. 3 times in one week. I initially went with a friend who has mulitple allergies (and they were all too accommodating) and then returned with my boyfriend and then returned again when my mom was visiting from Ottawa. It also helps that this restaurant is less than a kilometre from my apartment!

Bi Bim Bap is located on Eglinton between the Allen and Bathurst. It looks like this from the outside.

When you sit down, you will notice a little red “call button” which comes in handy when you want to ask the waitress a question or need something!

What sets this restaurant apart (besides the call button) from other Bi Bim Bap restaurants that I’ve been to?

-They are totally understanding when it comes to allergies. Infact there’s NO shellfish in any of their dishes.

-The quality of the food is outstanding. You might be paying a few dollars extra but it’s worth it.

-The owner, Sam and his staff are super friendly.

-My food (which arrives in stone bowl) was still  STEAMING 20 minutes after it arrived at the table. Seriously.

What did I order?

MUSHROOM BI BIM BAP  –  A mix of 9 different varieties of mushrooms, stir fried (TO PERFECTION) and served on top of Bi Bim Bap vegetables. ($13.99).  There are other varieties on the menu but I prefer the vegetarian option. Go figger.

I hope you get a chance to check out this restaurant one day soon. It’s a neighbourhood favorite for a good reason!

For more information:

Bi Bim Bap  950 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto 416 787 7423

Hours: Monday: closed, Tuesday to Saturday 11 am to 10 pm, Sunday 11 am to 8 pm. Closed All Holidays.

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Disclosure: My meal was compensated however all opinions are my own

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A main course with only FOUR ingredients…Ya Gotta Love it!! Right?

The other day I wanted to make something with items I had in my fridge or freezer…without having to go the grocery store. (I’m sure you know what I mean)

The items I’m referring to are: Mushrooms, Puff Pastry, Onions, and Goat Cheese

This is what I did:

STEP ONE: I fried the onions

STEP TWO: I added  mushrooms into the frying pan to saute them. I also added some salt and pepper.

Not pretty but oh so tasty

STEP THREE: I rolled out the puff pastry.

STEP FOUR: I placed the mushrooms onto the puff pastry and then “dotted it” with chunks of goat cheese. I also sprinkled some dried rosemary for added flavor.

Easy Peazy

STEP FIVE: I rolled it up and egg washed it to make it look all pretty!!

Bake at in a 375 degree oven for 25 minutes.

FINAL PRODUCT:

Not bad eh?

I served this mushroom puff pastry along with a caesar salad, potato latkes, sour cream, home made apple sauce, phyllo cups with roasted garlic and olive tapenade.

Dinner looked like this:

Happy Cooking!!

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It’s official..it’s soup season. I’m not complaining as I love soup. There is nothing like having a bowl of soup on a cold night.  Seeing as I’ve been on a carb free diet, many of the soups I can’t enjoy anymore. Bye Bye Creamy Squash Soup, Minestrone and Potato Leek. But HELLO MUSHROOM SOUP!!

I usually head to T & T, HMart, or Galleria for my mushrooms. You don’t have to..but it will cost you way less (I’m budget conscious, did you know?) and there will be a huge selection of mushroom. I think it’s worth the effort.

INGREDIENTS:

3 onions, chopped finely

6 cloves of garlic, diced

A LOT OF MUSHROOMS…(button, shitake, oyster…go to town)…Wash and Chop

Water? Vegetable Stock? ..whatever you prefer. (6-cups)

parsley

METHOD

1. Sautee onions in a large saucepan

Step 1

2. Add garlic

3. Add mushrooms

4. Add water or stock, and when it boils, reduce temperature and let it simmer

5. Throw in some salt and pepper.

VOILA..a beautiful bowl of tasty, healthy mushroom soup to warm you up on a cold nite.

notice the burnt croutons that I added? LOL

Happy Cooking!!

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