What began as a pop-up at Riverside watering hole Hi-Lo Bar is now Toronto\u2019s first successfully Kickstarter-funded brick-and-mortar restaurant. Chef Dave Mottershall\u2019s campaign raised enough cash to give him a permanent place to turn out creative dishes that showcase the versatility of each ingredient used. The focus here is on nose-to-tail eating and wasting nothing, as well as highlighting whatever is freshest, meaning the menu changes daily. Opt to eat a la carte, or dive in and order the entire menu (advisable).<\/p>\n
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