šØš¦ Toronto's Hidden Peruvian Gem - Nuna Kitchen & Bar šµšŖāØ
Stumbled upon this culinary treasure on Queen West! Helmed by a Lima-born chef, Nuna masterfully blends Peruvian flavors with Italian, Japanese and Chinese influences. Every dish was a revelation! š½ļø Our Flavor Journey: š§ Yuca Croquettes (4.5/5) Crispy golden shells give way to molten cheese-potato bliss, elevated by huancaina sauce's creamy spice š· Pork Aeropuerto (5/5!) THE SHOWSTOPPER! Perfectly seared pork cubes meet wok-fried rice, crispy wonton strips, and tangy tamarind sauce - an explosive symphony of textures and flavors that still haunts my dreams š¤¤ š¦ Shrimp Risotto (4/5) Plump, juicy shrimp crown this umami-packed dish (just slightly over-salted towards the end) š¹ Cocktail Highlights: šø Lima - Gin-forward with cranberry zing (ideal for spirit lovers) š¹ Lychee Rose - Floral, fruity mocktail perfection š« Why It Shines: ā¢ Authentic yet innovative flavor fusions ā¢ Surprisingly affordable (~$50/person) ā¢ Lively yet intimate Queen West vibe š Nuna Kitchen & Bar 1265 Queen St W (Perfect pre/post-walk dining spot!) #PeruvianFlavors #TorontoEats #QueenWest #FusionCuisine #HiddenGemTO #DateNightSpot #GlobalEats #FoodieFind #TorontoRestaurants
