Food and Drink Awards 2023

64 | LUXlife Magazine ith a menu tailored to groups and individuals looking to indulge in quality food, without having to fret about whether or not dietary options are available, Karine’s is an eatery that’s known far and wide for its gluten-free and vegan dishes. Combined with its all day breakfasts – starting at just $6.99 – it presents the best parts of the culinary sphere in one well-loved menu. This is all due to the immense value that Karine’s places on the needs of its community and customers. Too often do those with specific dietary requirements find themselves in cafes and restaurants that have a limited selection available. In response, Karine’s forged a menu that ensures no diner is prevented from indulging in their favourite dish at a reasonable price. The enthusiastic team at Karine’s has not only mastered healthy takeout and dine-in meals at any time of day — serving to professionals and OCAD University students alike — but they have mastered catering for events and meetings. If you cannot make it there for breakfast, Karine’s has all the means to gladly accommodate your team by cooking fresh on the spot breakfasts in your offices. They enjoy fulfilling your requests and will deliver to your door with utmost care. If we were to focus on just one of Karine’s infamous dishes, it would have to be its delectable pancakes. Constantly having clients raving about this specific dish, Karine’s has made quite the name for itself in the area through its pancakes alone. Delightfully fluffy, yet saturated with flavour, this dish represents the perfect union between recipe and chef, resulting in a delicacy that has to be tasted to be believed. One customer shared “The best ladies and their food is absolutely delicious! Enjoyed the vegan goodness, and their pancakes are to die for! The vibe you get from the owners puts you in a very happy place!” In addition to its mouth-watering pancakes, Karine’s also boasts a wide range of sweet treats just begging to be tried. All of its treats, whilst remaining very affordable, are prepared daily, allowing them to maintain a flavourful freshness. As is with the majority of its menu, these treats include options that promise a dairy free, wheat free, egg free, and often sugar free experience. Ensuring that everyone is included is what Karine’s does best, all whilst promoting Fair Trade, organic, and local ingredient suppliers wherever possible. Though this alone would be compelling enough for any customer, the fact that every treat is baked to beyond delicious levels perfectly reflects how Karine’s has come to earn such authentic popularity. Best Gluten-Free & Vegan Treat Boutique & Catering Business 2023 - Greater Toronto and Surrounding Areas With a wide-ranging menu of primarily gluten-free and vegan alternatives to some of the most renowned food combos, not only does Karine’s cater to every type of client, but it also goes above and beyond to deliver healthy food options that are simply bursting with flavour. Famous for all day breakfast – something that is recognised as one of the most ingenious ideas to ever grace the culinary world — this family-run Toronto icon has a broad, delicious menu. From its savoury meals to its sweet desserts, Karine’s is Toronto’s shining star of dietary diverse dishes. Praised as “arguably the best vegan brunch place in the city”, Karine’s has taken its place among the most beloved local establishments — enjoyed by its regulars along with attendees of events and meetings catered by Karine’s. The establishment is also an avid supporter of the arts, community and charitable causes. Karine’s has catered countless events at OCAD University and CreatorClub, a local studio hub for creatives. They have sponsored youth-led change-makers through fundraisers for GTA-based non-profit organisation ACCESS including conferences in Brampton and a pop-up event at downtown Toronto’s Stackt Market. Whether it’s touching the hearts of downtown Toronto locals, tourists or those in the surrounding area, its dedication to quality vegan and glutenfree food has truly helped it to define itself as an unmissable treat to indulge in. Regardless of dietary requirements, ensuring that its menu is suited to the best interests of those who are often overlooked is where Karine’s thrives. We’re so incredibly excited to be able to feature Karine’s in this awards supplement, and we can’t wait to see what new dishes it adds to its menu in the coming years. Contact: Maggie Kay Company: Karine’s Web Address: http://karines.ca W

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