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Last week I posted about the day in Niagara wine country that I enjoyed with my sister who was visiting from Cape Breton in Nova Scotia. I mentioned that we stopped for a nice lunch but haven't said anything more since then. Today is review time.
Part of EastDell's claim to fame is that Dan Akroyd is a part owner. We had a wonderful lunch there. The VIEW Restaurant’s floor-to-ceiling windows provide a picturesque view of rolling vineyards and Lake Ontario shimmering in the distance. Our guests enjoy the natural ambiance of rustic wood and stone décor in a casual and relaxing atmosphere. Patio deck dining is available in summer and, in winter, guests can cozy up to the warmth of a roaring fire in the large Escarpment stone fireplace
We both decided upon sandwiches. Rose enjoyed the VIEW burger which is described as Wine country’s premier burger, homemade with Ontario ground beef topped with melted Swiss cheese and mushrooms sautéed in Chardonnay. She agreed that it was incredible.
My choice was the Cabernet Beef Tip Sandwich. It was made with Cabernet marinated Beef Tips which were topped with marinated red peppers, caramelized onions and “cream du village” cheese. Both our sandwiches came with a great salad.
We both decided to throw caution to the wind and order dessert. Rose odered a raspberry mousse cake which was served under a 'bowl' of spun sugar. I ordered a blueberry gelatin which was studded with lemon zest, blueberries, and flavoured with subtle hints of lemon thyme. It was topped with whipping cream and gold flake. YUM!
Wow! everything looks good, but most especially the desserts.
Just one question - what are beef tips?
Posted by: Robert | September 02, 2007 at 04:35 PM
Rob - the desserts were the best part - well, the wines were mighty tasty as well!
Beef tips are basically the trimmings from a sirloin. The meat is generally lean, tender, and flavourful.
Posted by: Jerry | September 03, 2007 at 02:36 PM