FEBRUARY 23RD, 2011
A whirlwind business trip to Toronto can be both work and pleasure. We just proved it.
stay
The Le Germain
group is known for their discreet service: one prominent Vancouver
businessman we know leaves a packed suitcase with the hotel so he can
travel luggage-free. The brand new Le Germain Hotel at Maple Leaf
Square is perfect for catching a game with clients or take that early
morning meeting in the the spacious breakfast lounge (included with
most room rates, guests permitted). WiFi is included, naturally, and
large desks make perusing that spreadsheet a less daunting task. And if
it's your expenses, your boss won't balk at this one. www.germainmapleleafsquare.com
dine
When you just can't fathom another room service club sandwich or soggy Ceasar salad, head to Ossington where the cosy Delux
provides the perfect comfort food for those on the road. House-made
lamb sausage with Puy lentils and spinach is both healthy and hearty,
but do cave for the plate of warm chocolate chip cookies to share for
dessert. www.deluxrestaurant.ca
grab-to-go
To
starve or to eat instant noodles? Now that's a classic plane dilemma.
Remove yourself from its horns by getting a wrap or salad-to-go from Freshii
(after fitting in a quick tour of the shops on Bloor). Our spicy
lemongrass chicken soup, while not security friendly, took the edge off
the frigid temps. www.freshii.com/locations-bloor.php
do
Escape
the fracas of the Pearson airport gates for the Plaza Premium Lounge
which charges by the hour, has complimentary bar and snacks, and was
nearly empty despite many flight delays. Enjoy the legroom while you
have it.
