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| - My favourite place for breakfast, the Wildernest Dream Cafe is in the heart of the trendy, charismatic Inglewood district, kitty-corner to Spolumbos.
Since breakfast is my favourite meal, my standards for a breakfast haunt are fairly high. The atmosphere, the quality of food, and especially, the quality of coffee are all important to me. Wildernest scores big on all three.
Atmosphere: a quaint little house is the setting. Dark wooden benches and chairs; wildlife-themed paintings (including a painting by an elephant), and charming old walls and old mantle make for a lovely and cozy place to sit and enjoy the morning. I've been here on sunny days and on gloomy, cold days -- no matter what it's like outside, it's always charming and comfortable within.
Food: MY GOSH the salmon eggs benny are simply divine! A hint of dill in the hollondaise sauce, and a hearty helping of Wildernest's yummy, warm homefries makes the meal even more special. My absolute top choice for breakie no matter what my mood. Note: Only available on Saturdays, though (the rarity makes it even better, I think).
Weekdays, they have a tasty selection of wraps, omlettes, and fluffy buttermilk pancakes. Haven't been here for lunch, but I'm confident that it'd be tasty too. I've often been served by the owner, himself -- sincerely concerned for the contentment of all his patrons, he is always friendly and willing to answer any questions about the menu or the locale.
Coffee: I usually get the Americano. Hot, fragrant, and delicious ... their brew is perfect every time. I usually add cream and brown sugar -- a steaming cup of joe this good makes my day. (I usually get three.)
The Wildernest tries to serve high-quality, very yummy meals and coffee. It is pricer than a chain, yes, but it is also much better in my mind. I'd rather pay an extra dollar or three and get something made with care, than save the money and have something sub-par.
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