Summerlicious, presented by American Express and produced by the City of Toronto, is currently taking place between July 5 to July 21. This unique culinary celebration is all about highlighting Toronto's diverse collection of restaurants and bringing unique dining experiences to life. There are over 195 restaurants participating in Summerlicious this year with numerous prix fixe menu options to choose from.
As a "Roving Reporter" for American Express, I had the opportunity to dine at Café Boulud (@CafeBouludTO) last week. Here's a recap of what we had:
ASSORTED BREAD
NEO-NEGRONI ($18)
Bombay Sapphire Gin, Campari, Green Chartreuse, Dry Vermouth, Lemon Twist
THE YORKVILLE ($18)
Forty Creek Reserve Rye, Marsala Fine, Amaro, Kirsch Cherries, House Star Anise Bitters
TELMO RODRIGUEZ 'LZ', RIOJA, SPAIN ($45)
APPETIZERS
SEARED DIGBY SCALLOP
Sweet Corn Succotash, Avocado Mousse Shrimp Cracker
CHICKEN GALANTINE
Smoked Bacon, Green Almonds, Black Olives, Watercress, Mustard Crisp
HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD
Tomato Consomme, Pecorino Fresca, Basil, Black Olive
MAINS
ROASTED CUMBRAE BEEF
Potatoes, Salsa Verde, Broccoli Rabe, Calabrian Chili
MEDITERRANEAN SEA BASS
Bouillabaisse Sauce, Rouille Crouton
SWISS CHARD AGNOLOTTI
Ricotta, Tomato Compote, Toasted Pine Nuts, Parmesan Cheese
DESSERTS
PASSION FRUIT AND BANANA SUNDAE
Mango, Vanilla Crumble, Meringue
CHOCOLATE GATEAU
Cocoa Nibs, Dark Chocolate Mousse, Limoncello Sorbet
TONKA BEAN SUNDAE
Chocolate Genoise, Candied Pecans, Maple Caramel, Tonka Bean Chantilly
What an incredible Summerlicious experience! Café Boulud never disappoints - it has always been one of my favourite restaurants in the city with great food, solid cocktails and impeccable service every single time.
If you have plans to partake in Summerlicious, make sure you register your eligible American Express Card at www.americanexpress.ca/summerlicious before July 21. After you've registered, dine at any participating Summerlicious restaurant until July 21 and pay with your registered American Express Card to receive a $10 statement credit each time you dine! Also, remember to join the conversation on Twitter by following #LiciousTO, @LiciousTO, #DineWithAmex, and @AmexCanada for Summerlicious updates.
*Dinner and blog post sponsored by Amex. The opinions and views expressed on this post are my own*
