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Cowbell starstar [?]

Reviewed by Toronto LifeThe menu at the city’s forebear of locavorism lists a virtual who’s who of Ontario farmers: beef from Dingo Farms, lamb from Vader Farms, greens from Soiled Reputation. Chef Mark Cutrara loves his meat, and not just prime cuts: a pig’s head stuffed with cotechino sausage has its fatty edges crisped and its richness cut with du Puy lentils. Tartare comes in two varieties on the same plate: soft, flavourful beef and an even silkier elk version seasoned with juniper berries. Servers know their food as well as their wines. The list skews Ontario but still offers a solid international selection. Classic desserts—a textbook crème caramel and a sweet, nutty peach crumble—offer homey comfort. Mains $18–$36.

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