🇨🇦✨ A Star-Studded Dining Experience: Osteria Giulia in Toronto 🌟🍷

Celebrated my husband's birthday at Osteria Giulia, a Michelin-starred Northern Italian gem in Toronto! We absolutely loved the vibe—chic yet unpretentious, bustling after 6 PM (definitely book ahead!), and serving up hearty, flavorful dishes that won’t leave you hungry. Unlike some stuffy fine-dining spots, this place feels warm and welcoming, with generous portions (we over-ordered and hit ~$150/person before tax/tip—worth it!). Antipasti (Starters): �🍖 1️⃣ Salumi Tipico – A classic Italian charcuterie board featuring Bresaola, Milano salami, spinach-wrapped ham, and sparkling wine-cured ham. My husband adored it, but I find most cured meats taste similar. Fair warning: The cheese here is bold and pungent—may not suit mild palates! 2️⃣ FOCACCIA di RECCO – 🔥CRISPY, CHEESY HEAVEN! Think: ancient Italian flatbread stuffed with molten stracchino cheese. We devoured it—so creamy and indulgent! Some say it’s rich, but we had no regrets. Eat it hot (it’s a stomach-filler, though!). 3️⃣ VITELLO TONNATO – Thin veal slices with tuna sauce, capers, and lemon. Not my fave (tuna’s fishy note stood out), but my husband loved it. Without the sauce? Just delicate veal + olive oil—simple but nice. Main Events: 🍝🐟 4️⃣ RISOTTO ai FUNGHI SELVATICI – WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO with Robiola cheese and Umbrian black truffle. MUSHROOM LOVERS, THIS IS YOUR CALL! Earthy, cheesy, with crispy baked cheese on top. Yes, it’s al dente—embrace the texture! 🍄✨ 5️⃣ SPIGOLA alla GRIGLIA – WHOLE GRILLED SEA BASS with smoked seaweed butter and pesto. SHOWSTOPPER! Crispy skin, zero fishiness, and the herbs complemented it perfectly. Top 2 dish of the night! 🏆 Dolci (Desserts): 🍰🍯 6️⃣ "Napoleon" – Passionfruit-mango layers—light, not too sweet, and gorgeous on camera. 📸 7️⃣ "Beehive Cheese" – Curiosity pick! Literally honeycomb + cheese. Fun texture, but tastes exactly as expected—cheese dipped in honey. Skip unless you’re a hardcore cheese fan. Why Osteria Giulia? ✔ Michelin-starred without the pretension ✔ Huge portions (rare for fine dining!) ✔ Perfect for celebrations (birthdays, anniversaries, or just treating yourself) ✔ That RISOTTO and SEA BASS—chef’s kiss! 🤌 📍 Details: • Address: Toronto • Price: $$$ (But you’ll leave full and happy!) • Vibe: Elegant × Lively × Romantic #TorontoFoodie #MichelinDining #ItalianCuisine #TorontoEats #DateNightToronto #FoodPhotography #LuxuryDining #TorontoRestaurants #EatLikeACritic