Tag: breakfast

Food Review: Sunday Brunch at @ The Corner

I finally tried @ The Corner this past Sunday for brunch around 10:00 a.m.
The line was outside the door and it was absolutely packed full. My friend and I hung in there and it took about 30 minutes of waiting in line to get to the counter to order. However, it took me about that long to decide which item I wanted to order. Everything sounded so good!

The Menu

While I couldn’t imagine spending $17 on a hash, I was really craving it and decided to go all in. So, I ordered one of the most expensive items, the Living Off the Land Hash. However, everything was very pricey- $10 for a biscuit and gravy?! Sheesh.

Living Off The Land Hash

While we did have to wait about 5 minutes for a seat at the bar after ordering, our food didn’t take too long to come out. My hash was HUGE! Though most of it was a very large piece of bread underneath everything….very deceiving. This was not a typical hash either….there were no hash browns. Rather, just fried potatoes that looked pre-made/ frozen. However, the rest of the dish  was extremely fresh and flavorful. Full of leeks, mushrooms, turkey sausage and a delicious pesto, the dish was very tasty. Oh, and the egg was perfectly cooked!

Brunch Poutine

My friend ordered the poutine, which was not as large a dish as the hash, but I got a taste of the gravy and it was very good.

 

Overall, while the food is beautiful and farm-to-fork, I found it just too expensive. Also, it was so packed and loud, you can’t help but feel rushed to give your seat to someone else that is waiting. Though, the service was very friendly and everyone made sure we liked everything and had a pleasant experience.

 

Food Review: Sandwich Perfection at Boulevard Bread Company

I am updating this original post on Boulevard Bread Company because I got to eat there again and you have to know about this sandwich!

Porchetta Sandwich

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Porchetta Sandwich at Boulevard Bread Co.

I got to try a famous porchetta sandwich from Meat and Bread in Vancouver over the summer. Guy Fieri raved about it. Here’s that review if you need a recap: http://twogirlsonedish.com/?p=516

Anyway, I wanted to try Boulevard’s version of a porchetta sandwich to compare. Honestly, Boulevard’s porchetta sandwich kicked its butt.
First off, the grilled focaccia is to die for. It is buttery and herby, soft with a little chew…sandwich bread perfection. The house-made porchetta is tender and juicy, without being overly porky, like the porchetta at Meat and Bread. And there was a LOT of porchetta, and it just melts in your mouth.
The toppings were just right. Delicious pork shouldn’t be overthrown by cheese or lots of spreads. Boulevard’s sandwich uses a simple, yet flavorful aïoli, a little bit of sliced tomato, and fresh field greens. I believe these are the perfect toppings. This sandwich has great balance. You can taste the delicious bread, as well the pork, a little acid from the tomato which brightens it up, and a little garlic in the aïoli.  I love it.

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Also, I ordered a full order for $8.75, it comes with your choice of chips. (Try the creole onion…sweet and flavorful, my new favorite chips) I couldn’t finish but half of my sandwich because it was so huge. So, Drew got to eat the leftovers about an hour later and he loved it as well…as cold and soggy as it may have been.

Go try it!

Breakfast Sandwich

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The other sandwich I have tried here is the  “Breakfast Sandwich'”. It is one of only two breakfast options, and it is all they need. This sandwich was the best breakfast sandwich I have ever had….I’m starting to notice a patter with this place! It has crispy pancetta, a fried egg, tomatoes, fresh greens, and aioli on this thin, delicious bread.   It was around $6 after taxes. They brought it out in about five minutes. It is the perfect quick, non-drive-thru breakfast.  Wow, I would eat this every day. Now I STILL can’t wait to come for dinner soon!

But let your mouth be the judge and let us know what you think in the comments.