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| - After a visit to Copenhagen last month, we came here to reminisce and enjoy some traditional Scandinavian food in Toronto. We were especially excited to have smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches) again. Karelia Kitchen completely exceeded our expectations. I will note that we came for supper and it was Halloween night, so the restaurant was nearly empty (except for one other lady dining). Based on the other reviews, I think we lucked out with our timing.
THE GOOD:
- Karelia Kitchen has both hot entrées and cold, pre-made sandwiches (smørrebrød) and salads. I love traditional smørrebrød because not only is it delicious, but it's always aesthetically pleasing - it's like each sandwich is a miniature abstract painting that you can eat! I went with their soup of the day (potato leek) and a smørrebrød with shrimps, mayo, hardboiled eggs and dill. This was absolutely delicious - in fact, I enjoyed this even more than a similar one that I ate in Copenhagen. We also shared one with chicken, cranberries and pecans that I gobbled up. 5/5!
- This was bar none the best service I've ever had in a restaurant. Donna, our server, was extremely attentive and an absolute hoot. We immediately felt right at home. She took time to walk us through the menus, didn't miss a beat with her hilarious commentary, and even gave us with other awesome restaurant recommendations in the area. Chatting with her was like chatting with a friend who you've known for years. My favourite moment was when she saw our huge array of empty plates (we ordered a lot) and went, "I shouldn't have doubted you - you guys knew what you were doing!"
- I must add that after an amazing supper, we moved on to dessert and were just as impressed. We shared a slice of flourless chocolate cake (which substitutes ground almonds for flour). If I had to describe this cake in four words, I'd go with rich, decadent chocolate-y goodness. Chocolate lovers rejoice!
THE BAD:
- I've got absolutely nothing bad to say here. Even though I don't live in the area, I loved KK so much that I would 100% come back again.
Lastly, I will add that one of my favourite things about Scandinavian cuisine is that it's relatively healthy for a meal out (no wonder the Danes are in such great shape - it's this food and all the biking!). Yes, you have your fat, flavour and creamy textures here and there, but there is nothing that is oily or fried here. I was full and satisfied afterwards without feeling gross, if you know what I mean.
If you're looking to give Scandinavian food a try, look no further than Karelia Kitchen.
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