Lunch in the summer

"I'm stepping out for lunch. Should you need me, I'm on my cell." A common phrase for office folk stepping out for a quick bite, a bout of fresh air or a secret rendezvous. Ever wonder where they go? In the GTA, it could be a date with the salad bar at Longo's, drink on the patio at Jack Astor's, a quick workout at the local gym for the bulge-conscious, schmoozing with the boss over Italian or a tete-a-tete to share office gossip over Pho. With so many alluring options already available, Summerlicious lunches make eating very adventuous.

My department went out for lunch today at Auberge du Pommier and I can assure you, we had a very french time. We embarked on our journey today with the tart zestiness of the Auberge Sparkler... a combination of mango, orange and ginger ale. This was gingerly followed by Potage of Spiced Summer Fruits. Honestly... for a cold soup... its delightfully refreshing... leaves you wanting more.

My entree was the whimsical Quiche Campagnarde. Now... I have to admit... I love Quiche... but this was remarkable... you could taste the heavenly Gruyere in every delectable bite.

Of course being a woman, I had to conclude this sinful meal with a devilish concoction of chocolate. The Chocolat pavé of chocolate crème gave one visions of rich chocolate maple fudge being seamlessly crossbred with a soft creme caramel... neither winning the battle to overpower the delicate buttery goodness which was my dessert. Ah... satiated at last.

Now... you have to wonder... after such an orgasmic gastronomical experience, how can one get back to the "w" word. Well... that's a story for another time... but in the meantime, I highly recommend the soft country french styling of Auberge du Pommier... they will delight even the most discerning tastes. Bon Appetit!