What happens when you take the “junk” out of “junk food”, and replace it with quality, local ingredients? “Delicious” and “Happy” are some words that come to mind.

Lauren Hunter is a local artist and avid cook with a passion for eating fresh, preservative-free food. She’s come up with a wonderful take on classic Fish ‘n’ Chips using responsibly-farmed Oceanwise tilapia (veg-fed & no hormones or antibiotics) with a light, crispy crust of flour & fresh dill. It comes with thick-cut roasted potato & turmeric homefries, and two homemade dipping sauces: a tangy lime preserve and a slow-cooked spicy ketchup made with organic tomatoes and maple syrup.
$14

#Vegan option: crispy vegetable patties organic yam, golden beet, spinach + roasted fries
$12

BONUS: Fresh Cold-pressed Juices
Gold Juice: carrot, apple, clementine, turmeric root
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Pink Juice: apple, grapefruit, mint
$4

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Lauren Hunter is a local artist whose interest in eating preservative-free led her to reinterpret classic comfort food staples at home. She sources her fruits, vegetables and herbs at the West End Food Co-Op.

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Every Friday The Depanneur is an ‘open mic’ night for culinary talent in TO, where we invite guest cooks, amateur or professional, to come and make their favourite dishes.