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7 places recommended by wendyg

OurFaves Foodies from The Annex

Created on Jun 10 2009

Make Dad feel like the king he is, even on a tight budget. Treat him to a feast at some deliciously cheap Asian noodle houses or southern BBQ spots before taking him on a mini shopping spree at Joe Fresh, or take an affordable stroll through T.O.'s great parks and bookstores...

Beltline Trail

Along the Beltline Railway (Forest Hill), Toronto, ON

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posted Apr 17 2008

Place to walk my dog: The beltline trail near Eglinton Ave West is the best place to let my puppy run and explore. Forget cars and traffic lights, this mini forest makes you forget you're even in the heart of the city.

Edwards Gardens

777 Lawrence Ave E, North York, ON, M3C1P2

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posted Oct 13 2008

Outdoor stroll: What better way to celebrate summer weather in mid-october than taking a trip to Toronto's own botantical gardens! Edwards Gardens is a slice of the country right in the city...a great free way to enjoy the weather...I recommend taking the TTC to Lawrence and Leslie because on a gorgeous day the parking lot is packed.

Type Books

883 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON, M6J 1G5

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posted Oct 21 2008

Coffee table bookstore: They have a unique and wide selection of interesting coffee table books, particlarly in areas of art and fashion. I love browsing through the shelves and flipping through the large, glossy pages. It's a good place to go for a house-warming gift, or just to support a great local business.

Salad King Restaurant

335 Yonge St, Toronto, ON, M5B1R7

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posted Oct 26 2008

Takeout spot: Salad King offers fast, affordable, and incredible Thai cuisine. It's often bustling with Dundas-Square-ers and local students...I recommend skipping the crowd and grabbing some takeout, but either way the food is just amazing.

Joe Fresh Style

396 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M4P3N3

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posted Oct 26 2008

Cheap clothing store: Joe Fresh clothing is stylish, comfortable, and, above all else, affordable! Find adorable sweaters for less than $30, or scout out the sale items (most less than $15). The best part is that these stores are in conjunction with Loblaws, so you can stock up on everything you need in one outing. Food and cheap/stylish clothes - I couldn't think of a better combo.

Lou Dawg's

589 King St West, Toronto, ON, M5V 1MS

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posted Apr 23 2009

Sweet, Smokey, and Southern: There's a new kid on the King-Portland block - and so far, so good. Lou Dawgs is the newest restaurant to cater to busy lunch-goers and night owls alike, offering a number of tasty barbecued and southern comfort food until the wee hours of the morning (open until 2am). Since its debut this week, Lou Dawgs has been drawing in a steady crowd eager to try their smokey and southern barbecue sauces, coleslaw (made with cranberries) and paprika-infused Yukon Gold mashed potatoes. I opted for the smoked turkey wrap for $8, made with large chunks of fresh turkey, tomatoes, lettuce, provolone, and a delicious mayo-barbecue concoction. I wasn't ecstatic, however, about the surprise bacon guest appearance in my wrap, which was left unmentioned both on the menu wall and by my cashier. Even still, with its intimate, basement-chic decor and southern accents (like a live blues band) Lou Dawgs has all the right ingredients for success.

Walk In Wok Out

495 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON, M5S 1Y2

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posted Jun 9 2009

Walk in hungry: As a true noodle enthusiast, I was really eager to try the newest create-your-own noodle house to hit The Annex (well, if you consider four months in business still 'new' in the ever-changing landscape that is Bloor Street). With its clean decor and open-air kitchen, Walk In has a welcoming environment and friendly staff who are dedicated to having you walk out satisfied - and full. Yes, the portions are massive and fairly reasonable. For about $11, I got a tasty bowl of whole-wheat noodles, Chinese veggies, shitaki mushrooms, and plump shrimps doused in an amazingly tangy garlic-pepper sauce. With a simplified menu consisting of stir-fries and build-your-own salads, Walk In Wok Out is following the popular path of serving healthy, cheap items off of a carefully tailored menu. You'll also find some interesting facts about their ingredients on the restaurant's back wallpaper (and a few grammatical errors, but who's counting?)

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