Betsy's Pancake House
Where? Betsy's Pancake House (Midtown, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America) Map
When? Wednesday December 25, 2019
Who? Me
Food Style? American Breakfast
I've arrived in New Orleans, Louisiana for a five day food excursion and I'm starting it off at Betsy's Pancake House. As I sit down, the aroma of toast and coffee fills the air, and after a brief read of the menu, I've decided to go with the pecan pancakes.
Mains
Pecan Pancakes
Warm, fluffy and aromatically nutty, this is a delightful way to start the day. Obviously they're not going to have authentic Canadian maple syrup here, but whatever this sweet brown sugary liquid is will do.
I love these suburban joints, full of locals enjoying their neighbourhood eateries. I'm really amused by the southern vernacular - especially “howdy y'all”, which is incredibly common. Also I think I'm the youngest person here.
I keep forgetting how large these American portions really are. I'm struggling to finish the pancakes but I power through. Phew.
Posted by Jeremy at 9:04pm on Friday January 3, 2020 :: 0 comments :: 
Little Sister
Where? Little Sister (Midtown, Toronto, Ontario, Canada) Map Menu
When? Friday May 24, 2019
Who? Me
Food Style? Indonesian Tapas
I'm a sucker for food that is anywhere in the vicinity of Malaysia, so Indonesian fare is on the menu for tonight. I'm at Little Sister, just south of Yonge and Eglinton, and it's a warm but wet day in May. The restaurant doubles as a bar with exotic cocktails and the bartender explains that the dishes are more tapas style. My heart sinks. These places are usually a waste of time and money but I'm hungry and can't be bothered finding somewhere else, so I've decided to duke it out.
Mains
Ayam Panggang: sweet chili grilled chicken, bean sprouts, green onion, cilantro
Well, it's succulent and fragrant - hints of chili, lemon grass and ginger, and probably some kecap manis. It's tasty, but for $14, it's small and unsatisfying. I'm debating getting more food but it really isn't worth it. However, a torrential downpour has started and the entire outdoor patio has evacuated indoors, and I might just wait out the rain for a bit...
Posted by Jeremy at 4:26pm on Thursday January 2, 2020 :: 0 comments ::