Wednesday; Hump Day and I was excitingly anticipating Robbie Burns day. I was expecting it to be a day like St. Paddy’s Day; NOT; or at least not yet. I can’t believe this day isn’t a huge celebration; after all are we not always looking for an excuse to enjoy a cold pint, warm food and some entertainment?
Did you know there are more Robbie Burn statues in Canada than any other statue??? What is he famous for? Why the “Auld Lang Syne” song; we sing it every New Years and he is referred to as one of the world’s greatest poets.
Rand and I opted to celebrate “Robbie” at The Local Gastropub and enjoy their 3 course Barrielicious meal for $15.
It’s a tiny Pub with a homey feel; I frequent this pub often as I love that they have only local independent drafts on tap; so there is always something new to try. You can stroll into this place and have a couple of pints; grab a board game from their shelf and listen to some live local talent always feeling relaxed.
The Local Gastro Pub offers one of those dishes that I crave (The Reuben Sandwich) and as such I never try anything else when I’m there. This Rueben to date is the best I have ever had. However, in honor of Mr. Burns I decided to try a Scottish dish on their Barrielicious menu.
I started off with their yummy Caesar salad (homemade dressing) and instead of croutons they used potatoes. Clever idea; they complimented the salad brilliantly as did the mini cherry tomatoes. I’m usually one for saying,"If it’s not broken don’t fix it" but I have to admit this works!
I then move on to my Scottish Tourtiere Pie served with a honey mash and stout gravy. The gravy was to die for; I only wish there was more of it: ) Don’t be shy the pie and mash won’t mind. There was the perfect amount of spice in this pie; clearly a family recipe I’m thinking. Well Done!
My dessert intrigued me from the moment I read the description: A crunchy cupcake. Tricksters!!! Or not; I was thinking of texture not the chocolate bar. It’s a fresh chocolate cupcake with a piece of the crunchy chocolate bar on it. Too funny.
The service was great and Scott is always around ensuring complete satisfaction.
True to its definition; the Gastropub is a new type of public house where you can get a nice cold drink and some great food.
Thank you and See you soon for A Beer Tasting Dinner.
Bridgit
Seriously! What does St,. Patty have that Robbie Burns doesn't?
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