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maintaining the temperature of the steak: “We cook our steaks
at 1,800°F (approximately 982°C), serve them on a 500°F
(approximately 260°C) plate and finish them with butter.
This keeps the steak hot to the last bite,” says executive chef
Peter Morris of the chain’s Toronto outpost. La Castile’s recipe
for the perfect piece of beef starts with aging, trimming, and
carving the meat onsite. Steaks are then seasoned using
a special spice, and cooked on an open charcoal grill to seal
in the flavour.
RutH’S CHRiS SteaK HouSe
Of course, wine and cocktails have always been an integral
part of the steakhouse tradition. At The Shore Club, the awardwinning wine list highlights vintages from Canada, France,
and California, while the wine cellar at Barberian’s boasts more
than 15,000 bottles on display in a temperature- and vibrationcontrolled space. In addition to a robust wine list, The Keg is
constantly innovating when it comes to its drink offerings:
A new cocktail menu is launched every spring and fall, drawing
seasonal inspiration and from global beverage trends.
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Representing a long tradition of hearty meals accompanied by
swish drinks, steakhouses are a hallowed destination for special
occasions such as engagements, anniversaries, and birthdays,
but also for high-powered business meetings. Whether the
establishment is new or has been around for decades, some things
remain a quintessential part of the experience: a dedication to the
customer experience and a high quality steak.
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
560 King Street W.,
416-364-7227; kegsteakhouse.com
Barberian’s Steak House
7 Elm St.,
416-597-0335; barberians.com
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
145 Richmond St. W.,
416-955-1455;
Hy’s Steakhouse + Cocktail Bar
120 Adelaide St. W.,
416-364-6600; hyssteakhouse.com
77 City Centre Dr., #100, Mississauga,
905-897-8555; ruthschris.com
The Shore Club
155 Wellington St. W.,
416-351-3311; theshoreclub.ca
La Castile
2179 Dundas St. E., Mississauga,
905-625-1137; lacastile.com
essential toronto 2016-2017
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