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s o m e • f o o d • f o r • t h o u g h t

food is fabulous....and the fact of the matter is there is nothing i would rather do than go out for delicious delights with my dear dear friends. Sweet, savory and oh so yummy is there really anything more marvelous than spending time with the people you love dining over delectables? ...and so kate's kitchen escapades was born.....this little "ode to food" chronicles my love for eating and the oh so exciting adventure that dining out can be.........so read it, enjoy, eat, drink and be merry... i hope you love it as much as i love sharing it with you..…..

Sunday, December 3, 2006

"just a cowgirl cookin' with love."

Mimi’s

there was this mimi’s buzz in the air on Saturday and so I finally decided that I simply could not go one more day without trying out this tiny diner that is loved by so many. With my girls in tow we headed to queen and bathurst…tummies a grumbling…. Nestled next to the infamous oakwood "steam bath” we ushered in out of the cold and immediately were overcome with the warm, busy restaurants who’s décor can be best described as “where MacDonald’s toys and all things tacky go to die”. Literally a restaurant that seats 12,we waited our turn for a table and finally cozied up in a booth. Hot, and thirsty we ordered drinks immediately and then looked over the “everything sounds so delicious” menu. Settling on three different dishes: poached eggs, french toast and grilled cheese, we were overwhelmed with the heaping portions that arrived on our table minutes after our orders were placed. Definitely all choices delicious, we agreed however that grilled cheese was the yummiest thing on the table. With sharp cheese and the diners choice of bread…it was warm, gooey and oh so scrumptious. A down home diner feeling with mismatched dishes, tchochkes as far as the eye can see and tons of tasty delights, this cult favorite is a great breakfast adventure for you and no more then three of your dearest friends…who you don’t mind snuggling up with!

washroom disclaimer…
Diner beware…… the bathroom (although I didn’t personally visit it) is located downstairs where one wrong turn could wind you up smack dab in the middle of the steam bath….gross......i elected to “hold it” .

Mimi's
218 Bathurst Street
Toronto, ON

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