Toronto’s Charlie’s Burgers, the mysterious cloak-and-dagger anti-restaurant and Bar Chef have been named two of the top 100 new food experiences in the world by Food & Wine magazine in their May 2010 issue.
Of Charlie’s Burgers, which nabbed the number three position under the "new word of-mouth supper clubs" category, the article states "Expect a quiz ("What would your last meal on earth be?") when you e-mail for a seat and guest chefs at each meal."
Mr. Burger responded to the nod by saying, "I am thrilled that CB has been given the #3 spot. Especially given the caliber of the other titans listed in the F&W article such as Ferran Adria, David Chang, Frank Bruni, Grant Achatz and Kate Krader. It is amazing to be part of such a prestigious and globally recognized publication. Now if the Michelin Guide could somehow award us Three Michelin stars I could die happy."
Frankie Solarik’s Bar Chef landed in the 86th position, and included a cool photo of Solarik working a blowtorch for one of his groovy experimental cocktails. The article states that "Chicago chef Grant Achatz loves the $45 smoked Manhattan, made by setting the drink over smoldering, vanilla-infused hickory chips."
Sure, Toronto may suck at sports, but we are upping our culinary game to epic levels. No other Canadian city made it on the list.
Watch video of Frankie making a Burnt Chartreuse
