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| - After seeing flyers under parked car wiper blades the week before, I found ifruit's location on foot days later and made a digital note-to-self. In need of a healthy and affordable lunch alternative, I waded into their pristinely clean space on Parc. Green, orange and beige painted walls and neat walnut coloured tables plus light brown formed plastic chairs make for a simple yet welcoming décor. Three wide screens above the counter display colourful photos of three main menu pillars; salty, sweet and blended juice items. They also have a freezer unit with about 12 flavours of exquisitely crafted Italian made (I was told the maker is 1st generation Italian) gelatos. I sampled vanilla (creamy and rich), cappuccino (spot on), raspberry, strawberry and kiwi all flowing with little blended pieces of the real fruit. One of the better I have had in that style anywhere. Now, I'll go in reverse and tell you what I actually ate. They seem to specialize in Syrian style Saj pita warmed and finished on a specialized dome shaped grill specially imported from Lebanon. Despite wanting to order one of everything, I opted for the #2 Combo, comprising a Saj Zatar pita and a Strawberry Banana blended juice shake. The Saj was served folded over and crispy (filled with traditional Zatar [thyme, sesame and herb] paste with cucumber, tomato and mint toppings). It was just right for a light lunch and the smooth Strawberry Banana drink (blended with Ashta - a soft cheese blend for sweetness). The avocado blend they let me try before ordering was the best I can remember - usually a bit too sharp when liquefied. Free wifi and a clean place to sit, eat, read, talk or work makes this place a must in the neighborhood. Both items totaled less than $7 (tax in). I really can't wait to try more menu items (no - the samples of gelato don't count).
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