Every once in a while I stumble across a place that I want to shout about from the rooftops (but maybe not too loudly so it doesn’t get too crowded?). The kind of place that is so special you can’t believe you haven’t heard about it before, can’t fathom why you haven’t been before, or why it hasn’t become one of your “go to” recommendations. The Signatures Restaurant, quietly tucked away inside of the InterContinetal Hotel in trendy Yorkville, is one of those places. It’s a hidden gem.
Recently, surrounded by good friends, I had an imaginative and unforgettable dining experience at Signatures. Staff were warm, detailed and knowledgeable of the menu. The atmosphere was quiet and cozy, and the food, almost as ridiculously charming as Head Chef Andrew. As it’s difficult to put into words the beauty of our dining experience, I will let the pictures from the evening speak or themselves. Some of the items on our tasting menu for the evening included;
Signatures Radish Salad: This Chef took more time and care with his radishes than I do with my entire meal! I’ve never enjoyed radishes as much as I did that evening.
The Fresh Watermelon And Beet Salad. Did you know beets could be so pretty?
Signatures twist on the traditional Waldorf Salad.
Signatures foie gras: on top of rye toast and nestled beside cherries and a sprinkling of macadamia nuts.
Signatures Steak: This may look like an ordinary (plated to perfection) steak, but when women are carving off bites to share amongst their friends and all are making yummy noises? You know you have hit on something special. Delish.
Not shown but equally delectable were the Avocado Ball, stuffed with crab, the Marinated Octopus Salad, and the to die for Butter Tart with a side of Maple Ice Cream.
Worthy of note: If you are dining here and a vegetarian, vegan, or perhaps gluten free and don’t see something that meets your needs or tickles your fancy, the Head Chef himself will come table side to discuss menu ideas and options. At Signatures they truly want to ensure you have a lovely dining experience.
Signatures, in the InterContinental Hotel is establishing itself as a destination in of itself. In my opinion, Chef Andrew, is stalk worthy. He is talented, passionate and turns food into art. I’m already dreaming up my next excuse to visit. Many thanks for having us.
OMG that look divine. Next time I am back in Toronto I will definitely be dining.
omgosh these looks so bright and delicious! Great pix!
Mmmm it all looks so good! I want to try!
I love the salad! Certainly a great find!
What is the dark think in the radish salad. Because I’m curious.
It all looks amazing!
*thing. Must learn to proof fread.
Wow, the presentation of that food is amazing! Talk about food art!
It looks too much like art! I would bring it home and display it 🙂
wow this looks delish and look haw neat the plates are , love that , hope you had a great time 🙂
This experience actually inspired me to try and take more care when plating my own food!
The food looks so appealing! The beet salad in particular sounds and looks delicious.
I’m not generally a beet fan, and yet I adored the dish! Sign of an amazing Chef?
I would lick my plates! lol All of this food looks amazing!
LOL There was talk of doing just that!
wow!! it all looks to beautiful to eat . so colorful, light and fresh
It really was almost to beautiful to eat! Well said 🙂
What aa lovely evening you must have had with the beautiful plates that you were served!! Just lovely! 🙂
It was a beautiful evening, and the food tasted as wonderful as it looked 🙂
Awesome. Looks delicious and also too pretty to eat.
It always amazes me when people have the ability to make food look so beautiful!
I love when i see food presented creatively like this!
That looks delicious!! I have to try this restaurant!
It really was! I hope yo have the chance to try it!
I want to eat there! What an awesome dining experience you had.
Now you know where to stop if you are ever in Toronto 🙂