Thanksgiving is just around the corner! Whether you’re in the middle of assembling a feast or stumped on what to do for the holiday, don’t worry, these businesses have got you covered. Here’s what’s in store for you in Toronto’s Riverside neighourhood this Thanksgiving:
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Butchers of Distinction (@butchersofdistinction)
Address: 738 Queen St E
Riverside’s local butcher comes out with a Thanksgiving menu every year. Aside from the staples such as Fresh Turkey and Boneless/Bone-in Ham, Butchers of Distinction’s Boneless Pork Swirl Roast with Cranberry Stuffing and Chef-Style Prime Rib Roast also make excellent centrepieces for a Thanksgiving spread.
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Bonjour Brioche (@bonjour_brioche)
Address: 812 Queen St E
A Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be complete without a quintessential pumpkin pie. You can’t go wrong with Bonjour Brioche’s classic take on this beloved autumnal delicacy. Both whole pies and tartlets (if you prefer smaller portions) are available for pre-order. You can also swing by the cafe for brunch and get yourself a slice for dessert!
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White Lily Diner (@whitelilydiner)
Address: 678 Queen St E
A Thanksgiving brunch, perhaps? White Lily Diner’s highly popular Hot Turkey consists of stuffing French toast, smoked turkey, gravy, chutney and maple butter — it’s Thanksgiving on a plate. The best part is that it’s a permanent item on the menu so you can have it year-round! Be sure to get on the online waitlist.
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Blackbird Baking Co. (@bbirdco)
Address: 635 Queen St E Unit 101
If you’re looking for an alternative to pumpkin pie, try Blackbird’s Sticky Toffee Pudding. Rich sponge cake is sweetened with molasses, muscovado sugar and pureed dates, topped with apple slices, and then soaked with salted whiskey caramel sauce. For a more indulgent experience, top it off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Dark Horse Espresso Bar (@darkhorsecafe)
Address: 630 Queen St E
Dark Horse’s is bringing back a crowd favourite for the holiday: the chicken sandwich with a Thanksgiving twist! It’s stuffed with chicken, roasted sweet potato, goat cheese, cranberry preserve and baby spinach. Pair it with one of the seasonal drinks, the Tiramuccino and Pumpkin Honeycomb Matcha.
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The Broadview Hotel (@broadviewhotel)
Address: 106 Broadview Ave
Switch it up, skip the dinner at home and go on a Thanksgiving staycation instead! Check in this Saturday or Sunday at The Broadview Hotel and get 50% off Monday night. This Riverside institution is the perfect home base for exploring the East End. More details on the Thanksgiving promo HERE.
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