Much thanks to Cherrie T. for finding this gem of place in Markham.
Rice balls (mochi)...no big deal....had them all my life at Chinese Bakeries, frozen section of supermarkets, etc.. Dime a dozen I always thought....but comparing these Japanese Daifuku Mochi balls to the ones I'm use to would be like comparing a Bentley to Fiat. Sure a Fiat will get you from A to B but does it make you dream of driving it all the time like a Bentley???? That's exactly how I feel about these mochi balls...I want more!!
They are so soft and tender with an almost silicon like feel to it and the taste was just amazing! Without sounding like a bad x-rated movie, they were the most delectable balls I ever had in my mouth! The combination of taste and texture really bring these daifuku to the next level as the care that goes into making them is obvious. They are pricey at $2.50 each but soooooo worth it. The only problem is eating them too fast!
It is a little tricky to find as it's actually part of the Tora Sushi part of J-Town so make sure you go all the way to the end of the complex and though to the Tora Sushi doors. Definitely a new Foodie hot spot in Markham! Nom, nom, nom!