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While I was visiting the wineries at the Niagara-on-the-lake region, I came across this classy restaurant at the Peller Estates Winery. The exterior of the building looks like an estate with great view to their vineyard. Chef Jason Parsons works with winemaker Lawrence Buhler to bring the best of Food and Drinks to their visitors. The menu itself changes every season. The good thing about eating at a vineyard is that great wine straight-from-the-barrel can be paired with the great food. The setting is modern and bright with a warm fireplace in the centre of the dining hall. Great fine dining experience!

Had:

I chose the Lunch Prix Fixe menu that day. The wine was a nice pair with my meal. I had:

• Muscat Salmon and Melon (Cantaloupe, Honeydew Salad, Watermelon Gelee and Aged Balsami)
• Chervil and Grape Mustard Crusted Lamb Sirloin (Woodland Mushroom, Aged Cheddar Parcel and Golden Beetroot)
• Strawberry Meringue Parfait (Strawberry Gamay Sorbet, Balsamic Drizzle)

Menu

Lunch Prix Fixe

1st course

• Rose Poached Hens Egg, Organic Watercress Salad - "Peller" Cured Elk Brasola, "Montforte" Aged Sheep's Milk, Verjus Dressing OR
• Muscat Salmon and Melon - Cantaloupe, Honeydew Salad, Watermelon Gelee and Aged Balsamic OR
• Peller Daily Soup Creation - Prepared From the Bounty of Niagara

2nd course

• Fennel Pollen Crusted Salmon - Garden Pea, Fava Bean, Young Carrots and Icewine Butter Emulsion OR
• Cabernet Braised Rib Eye - Pulled Pork, "Bay of Quinte" Curds, and Black Pepper Poutine OR
• Chervil and Grape Mustard Crusted Lamb Sirloin - Woodland Mushroom, Aged Cheddar Parcel and Golden Beetroot

3rd course

• Strawberry Meringue Parfait - Strawberry Gamay Sorbet, Balsamic Drizzle OR
• Raspberry Tart - Honey Ice Cream & Fresh Raspberries OR
• Sea Salt Brownie - Crème Fraiche Ice Cream Sandwich, Chocolate Caramel Popcorn

290 John Street East, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, L0S 1J0
905-468-6519 or 1-888-673-5537
http://www.peller.com

Lunch: Daily: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Dinner: Monday - Friday: 5:30pm - 8:30pm, Saturday & Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

I was lunching at Wildfire Steakhouse with my family the other day. Great Atmosphere! It is in the heart of the great neighborhood of Lawrence Park. It intersects Yonge and Lawrence on the west side of Yonge just past Scotiabank on the south. We parked on the side street to the north of the restaurant. The setting is warm and romatic with oak wood decorations on walls and exquisite tiling on ground. We are brought to a booth seat by the server; the booth seat is raised, giving us a great view of the restaurant. We are surrounded by hundreds of great wines. There is also an open kitchen at the back of the restuarant. It looks sparkling clean!

This is my second time at this restaurant. It is serving a Sunday brunch today. I chose The Classic Cream Cheese & Lox Bagel. It comes with fresh fruits and smoked salmon. It is very tasty. My sister had an Egg Benedict. My mom ordered Hearts of Romaine & Grilled Chicken Salad. My dad ordered Sterling Silver New York Striploin Burger.

I just have to say that the steak in this restaurant is great. I had a Striploin Burger the first time and it is cooked just right! I have never had a real striploin in a burger before. It's the best burger I have ever had. They give you all the sauce you need so you can put the perfect amount for yourself. The steak is grilled perfectly! Charbroiled! I am very impressed!

Another plus of the restaurant is their wine selection. They have tons of wine to choose from in various price range. They also have live jazz entertainment on Thursdays and Fridays from 7:00-10:00p.m.

BRUNCH MENU
Appetizers

• Wildfire’s Daily Soup
  A homemade blend of fresh roasted herbed roma tomatoes,
  with Grano Padano shavings. $8
• Succulent Shrimp Cocktail
  Succulent tiger shrimp, served with our zesty citrus-vodka infused cocktail sauce. $10
• Escargots Provençal
  Herbed butter, roasted garlic and shallots. $11
• Organic Greens Salad
  Fresh organic greens with Woolrich goat cheese, candied pecans and
  dried cranberries, tossed in balsamic vinaigrette. $10

Main Course

• Eggs Benedict
  Traditional eggs Benedict, served with peameal bacon. $15
  Substitute with Atlantic smoked salmon. $18
• Woodland Mushroom & Goat Cheese Omelette
  Fresh wild mushrooms and rich goat cheese. $14
• Asiago & Asparagus Omelette
  Steamed asparagus smothered with asiago cheese. $14
• The Classic Cream Cheese & Lox Bagel
  A fresh toasted bagel, served with Atlantic smoked salmon and cream cheese. $15
  *above items served with fresh fruit and home fries.*
• Hearts of Romaine & Grilled Chicken Salad
  Our famous hearts of romaine salad served with homemade caesar dressing,
  corn salsa and topped with a delicious grilled chicken breast. $14
  
• Sterling Silver New York Striploin Burger
  Topped with Monterey Jack cheese, and Wildfire’s specialty houseblend barbeque sauce.
  Served with fresh cut fries. $15
  
• The Vegetarian Club
  Delicious grilled portobello mushroom, topped with goat cheese, grilled red onion,
  red pepper and served on a fresh Kaiser with reduced aged balsamic & salsa verde.
  Served with fresh cut fries. $14
  Side orders of peameal bacon, breakfast sausage, or home fries available for lunch items. $6 each side

Location
http://www.wildfiresteakhouse.com/
Wildfire Steakhouse & Wine Bar
3438 Yonge Street Toronto, Ontario M4N 2N2
Tel: 416-483-4800 Fax: 416-483-5032
Closest Major Intersection Yonge St & Lawrence Ave.

Hours of Operation Lunch: 11:30 - 2:30
Dinner: 5:00 - 10:00
Sunday: 5:00 - 9:00