North Toronto Post has revealed their "Best of" 2013 lists! Congratulations these South Bayview winners!
BEST CROISSANTS
Rahier Patisserie, 1586 Bayview Ave.
Only early birds get this warm, buttery, flaky, gift from heaven. A bite of Paris in the city.
BEST LIQUID SUBSTITUTE
Jus De Vie,
1627 Bayview Ave.
Juice fasts are all the rage. These juices make the transition off solid food palatable.
(unfortunately, Jus De Vie has moved since this list was compiled, but congrats nonetheless!)
BEST INDIAN
Amaya The Indian Room,
1701 Bayview Ave.
Share the coastal prawn curry with coconut and the butter chicken done with heirloom tomatoes.
BEST SPORTS DEN
McSorley’s Wonderful Saloon and Grill,
1544 Bayview Ave.
The 19 drafts on tap help, but it’s their knowledge of the games that makes it so much more exciting.
BEST BET FOR THE NET
The Merchant of Tennis,
1621 Bayview Ave.
The consummate tennis and squash store complete with master stringers and everything else.
BEST BABY EMPORIUM T.O.
Moms To Be … And More,
1642/52 Bayview Ave.
Grab everything you need and more for the soon-to-be babe.
BEST COBBLER
Millwood Shoe Repair,
706 Millwood Rd.
In addition to shoe repair, they colour match shoes and have an awesome used skate exchange.
BEST MANICURE IN LEASIDE
The Nail Studio,
1693-B Bayview Ave.
Nothing like a mani from the girls at the Nail Studio to get your hands looking their brilliant best.
BEST FOR THE EPICURIOUS
Academy Of Culinary Arts,
1703 Bayview Ave.
From pepper mills to Crock-Pots, this high-end gourmet store has been a favourite of local chefs for over 40 years.
BEST TREASURES
Elegant Garage Sale,
1588 Bayview Ave.
For 34 years, this has been a destination for resale furnishings and more, from classy to classic.
And we can't forget the "Celebrity Picks", congrats to these famous favourites!
Kristin Booth, Actress
BEST HEALTH SHOP: Peaches & Green,
1561 Bayview Ave.
“There is a community atmosphere with a friendly, well-informed staff offering great reliable products. A North T.O. gem!”
Colin Mochrie, Comedian, Actor, Author
BEST DRESSMAKER: Irene’s Studio,
1560 Bayview Ave.
“Irene is a superb dressmaker with great attention to detail. From
hemming a skirt to making a dress, she’s the one to go to. Obviously my
wife uses her more than I do… I swear.”
Steve Byers, Actor
BEST BUTCHER: Cumbrae’s,
1636 Bayview Ave.
“One of my favourite places to grab a great steak to grill on the BBQ is Cumbrae’s — it’s the perfect piece of butchery.”
Visit
http://www.postcity.com/Post-City-Magazines/September-2013/Best-Of-North-Toronto-2013/ for full "Best of" list.
