Heavenly Borscht

It was memorable for the wrong reasons. I wasn't sure if I was in a place of worship or a cafe. Praying hands on the wall extolled "He who the son sets free is free indeed" and "Jesus is the Gift" on a red wall plate.

The owner assembled my chicken avocado crepe, placing marbled cheddar on top with a drizzle of sweet chili sauce before popping it into the microwave. Nothing about this concoction was right. I wondered who had created this menu item and why hadn't I ordered the standard borscht and homemade bread??

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I order a roast beef sandwich on wholewheat with a bowl of borscht. How does one write about a place so familiar? Usually all I see is the homemade bread and soup. I find it's a great place to make a shopping list before crossing the street to Askew's for groceries. Today though, I am  noticing the sayings that present themselves around the cafe.  "He who sets the son free is FREE indeed" and "Jesus is the Gift" on a red plate that reminds me of a Coke logo. 

I want to lick every drop of soup from my bowl. Amen.                                                                

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Promises delivered

Our waitress is wearing a plum coloured flower in her hair. It matches her sleeveless t-shirt. I order the curried chicken and pineapple panini on focaccia with side salad and thai dressing. Vibrant paintings, laminated photos and more than 35 awards for Best Restaurant fill the walls. The restaurant is on the shady side of the main street and is a welcome refuge from the August heat. It's bright, it's funky, it's artsy and the menu promises flavour!        D.

My "Fiery Chipotle Chicken Melt" was served by a waitress wearing a fuscia shirt and a flower in her hair. The walls were covered with team photos and Best Restaurant awards. Over the cash register was a sign counselling customers to "Keep calm and carry on".

Daily home baked goodies and 50's music offered touches of yesterday while the promise of organic coffee reminded us that we were in the 21st century.

The occasional car and pedestrian passed by on the main street outside our window. Inside was bustling. The tables were full and the food was delicious!   L.