Medina Cafe

556 Beatty Street
Vancouver, Canada

On a misty Vancouver morning, my partner and I decide there's no point in rushing around to enjoy the city's outdoor activities today...this morning is about food. When going to a new city, one is obligated to do some form of cuisine research on their own, so after Medina Cafe popped up a few times in reviews and travel blogs, I decided this was a must try.

Now readers, as you're aware I've tried many a brunch in Toronto...but let me tell you this: Medina Cafe has taken brunch to an entirely new level, with an off-the-wall menu full of innovation. I've never had a love this before...

Don't be expecting the regular bacon n' eggs, so if you want some greasy spoon you'll have to go elsewhere. You can, however, enjoy the omlette of the day...and because I like my eggs in the morning, that's what I decide to go for. Oh, but this isn't just any omlette, friends. Baked with roasted potatoes, Canadian white cheddar and pattypan (or a fancy word for baby zucchini) in a beautiful single-sized cast iron pan, the usual fried and flipped omlette can't hold a candle to this. Topped with a small garnish of green beans and tomato and served with fresh foccacia, this was truly the most flavoursome breakfast dish I've ever had.

If you're feeling a little more adventures you could go for the Libanais breakfast: fried eggs over perfectly braised short ribs, roasted potatoes and a garnish of greens, taking your tiresome eggs/meat/and potatoes way off the map.

Finally, for a small sweet treat afterwards, I have to try their Belgian waffles. All I have to say about that was: it felt like I was back in Brussels. Soft, moist and perfectly sweetened, it was an excellent finish to a flawless brunch experience. Medina Cafe is an absolute must if you're in Vancouver.