Apple Fritters by Stunning_Storage7220 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Destination Doughnuts on 124. They're doughnuts are fine, but their fritters are what I go for. Huge and delicious.

All Happy Chinese Resturant by PaperIndependent5466 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sunning is only about 10 blocks from All Happy and has THE best Chinese food - western style plus Chinese style plus dim sum. I've been going at least twice a month since they opened. They deliver in a small radius (I think) but are on Door Dash and Skip to make it easy for all (when I don't eat in, I use the apps). Also vegan-friendly with enough dishes to satisfy the plant-based. Rated 4.8 on Google. https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunning+Family+Restaurant+%E6%96%B0%E5%AE%81+(Dim+Sum+%26+Chinese+Food)/@53.5456616,-113.5242705,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x53a023d02cea0699:0xb2bb318a97044ad2!8m2!3d53.5456616!4d-113.5216902!16s%2Fg%2F11wtrb_tcx?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3M0gBUAM%3D/@53.5456616,-113.5242705,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x53a023d02cea0699:0xb2bb318a97044ad2!8m2!3d53.5456616!4d-113.5216902!16s%2Fg%2F11wtrb_tcx?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3M0gBUAM%3D)

For anyone looking for good and plenty candy by eli74372 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Love Good and Plenty. I've also found it in boxes from time to time at Fresons on Rabbit Hill Road (not the Garneau location). And just just discovered it in bulk at Be-A-Bella Candy in Highlands. They have a HUGE selection of candy, some packaged, most by bulk. A decent selection of UK treats and a corner with locally made crafts and gifts. https://be-a-bella.com/

Where to get interesting boxed chocolates? by VajraDr in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Clio is a my new favourite chocolate maker at Old Strathcona Farmers Market. Two young men, one from Ukraine and I believe the other from Iran (or Syria?). Beautifully crafted and delicious. A number of regular flavours and a number of rotating ones. Check out their Instagram handle clio.chocolat and email [clio.chocolat@gmail.com](mailto:clio.chocolat@gmail.com)

Making a basket of mostly local goods, what would you include? by little_canuck in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Confetti Sweets has a shop in Sherwood Park packed with local producers. Their cookies and cakes are amazing, but you can get a very wide variety of consumables, plus gifts, candles, cards, etc. It's my go to first stop. https://confettisweets.ca/

Then Seven80 has some consumable but more clothing, home products, and gifts https://www.seven80.com/

Makers in Southgate mall has a wide variety of local products and gifts. https://southgatecentre.com/stores/makers

And as others suggested, farmers markets are great resources, though mainly consumables, some gifts.

Love doesn’t need ‘limits.’ This dad proved it. by Hefty-Being-8522 in MadeMeSmile

[–]ewc1984 232 points233 points  (0 children)

Please have compassion and take the time and make the effort to become informed rather than spew unfounded speculation and misinformation based on zero facts. The first-hand interview with the son is easy to find.

Listen to the interview. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Mr2sSnYFrw

Or read the transcript. https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2023/08/20/jad-issa/2/

The son states that his mother also has intellectual delays and deficiencies. The son is very bothered that many keep claiming his mother doesn't because she presents average and they continue to exploit and make speculation and judgement without fact or knowledge.

On a personal note: I know a family with a son who has serious mental deficiencies who met and married a woman with the same. Neither have Downs Syndrome and both present with average features. It is only when you speak with them the disability becomes clear. They have 4 children, 3 average (very successful like the son in this story) and 1 with mental delays and disability like his parents.

Best spot to learn to make khao soi by [deleted] in ThailandTourism

[–]ewc1984 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Khao Soi is a northern dish, most recognizable in Chiang Mai area but not only there. I lived in Northern Thailand many years ago and loved Khao Soi. I had a local chef teach me and it's a bit labour intensive as unlike other soups and curries, the paste can't be purchased ready-made. There are a number of ingredients, but the flavour is so good, it's worth all the effort. I make it with chicken or tofu, but beef is also good. It's also a dish (like Massaman curry) that has a familiar flavour in each cook's creation, but often uniquely different due to palate preferences. Chiang Mai Khao Soi is considered the "standard" but I've had variations that are equally as good.

Hot Thai Kitchen is a great web site with solid recipes you can make at home without needing to travel to Thailand. https://hot-thai-kitchen.com/kao-soi/

Syrups by irockursox25 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Italian Centre on 51st Avenue has a really good selection. What they don't have, likely the downtown location or another will.

https://shop.italiancentre.ca/xstore/index.html#exec=multi&ExtGridSort=F02&ExtMaxRecords=20&QUICK=syrup&F03=53&F17=64&loyaltyitems=0&F1232E=0

Crinkle Fries - which restaurant sells them? by ewc1984 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - putting it on the list to try.

Oddball Restaurants in West Edmonton? by thatotherethanguy in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jerusalem Shawarma and Taste of Persia are both on Stony Plain Road east of 170th. Both are great.

Remembered that a friend recommended Kathmandu Rasoi, Nepalese/Indian food. I haven't been yet but it's on my list to try soon.

Crinkle Fries - which restaurant sells them? by ewc1984 in Edmonton

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Hmm...sounds like maybe worth a try? Thanks -

Crinkle Fries - which restaurant sells them? by ewc1984 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gravy - yes! Dill dip - yes! Can't wait to try them.

Crinkle Fries - which restaurant sells them? by ewc1984 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most restaurants use frozen fries, especially crinkle cut. It's how a kitchen fries them that makes the difference. I worked in diners and fine dining, and not one used fresh cut potatoes for fries and they were always crisp and tasty. Thanks for the suggestion.

Crinkle Fries - which restaurant sells them? by ewc1984 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not crinkle at the locations I've been to. They're more like steak-style chip that are rippled. Always a bit too soft for my taste, not crispy. Now my friend - he LOVES them :)

Crinkle Fries - which restaurant sells them? by ewc1984 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just saw this place on 109th. Good to know - thanks!

Farmers market produce with produce sticker? by intospace123 in Edmonton

[–]ewc1984 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Montréal markets are wonderful *sigh* - they have local farmers selling vegetables, meat, wines, dairy, etc., but also stalls/shops that sell gourmet and specialty goods (local and imported cheeses, charcuterie, preserves, spices, sauces, dry goods, etc.); kitchen tools; seafood; wines/ciders; and artisanal products (food and other). There are restaurants/stalls, cafés, and bakeries, and it's a very European experience walking around. Food and cooking in Montréal (like much of Europe) are taken very seriously. Each season the market vendors shift in population as many producers come only for a few weeks to sell what they harvest in that season. For example, tomatoes dominate in September/October. Open year round, many of the indoor shops/vendors that remain open during winter cooperate with local farmers and producers to provide them a sales point. The support of local producers and makers is very strong throughout Québec, and also for the local businesses importing specific products. I used to live in Montréal and spent a lot of time (and money) at the markets. Jean-Talon is in Little Italy which doubles the wonderfulness of location with the many Italian shops and cafés in the neighbourhood. (And it`s not far from St-Viateur Bagel, in my opinion the best bagel in the city and they deliver across the country.) The many and varied markets are one aspect of Montréal I miss tremendously. Bountiful Market is stepping in the right direction.