Food Dreams 20 Minutes Before Boarding the Ferry

When I visit Toronto, an undiscovered part of my Caribbean/Indian food history comes to life. It's illuminating. And that illumination drives me to food experiences. New food experiences are magnetic when I submerge myself in Toronto's East Coast Canadian flavor. This experience has been consistent since the 90s. The visuals, the smells, the landscape, the layout. The rhythm, all of it. All of it is juicy. This recent trip was the same.

After taking a picture of the city from the plane, I made assumptions about what I was looking at. After I landed and showed the picture to a friend, who is an artist, it was clarified. I pointed out a group of small islands. I learned that the Canadian government occasionally sends artists there for inspiration. There are also permanent residents on the islands. We decided to add a visit to an island to our itinerary.

We left the building and headed for the ferry to check it out. The skyscrapers and trees on the way complimented each other more than I expected. The balance between man-made structures in downtown Toronto and trees was subtle. More trees and vegetation would have significantly enhanced the experience, acknowledging the Earth Soldier lifestyle. But the vibe during the walk was good. I've visited places in the United States with far fewer trees and vegetation in the center of densely populated cities. However, this is changing as American cities implement green initiatives and encourage green technology innovations.

We had to purchase tickets and sit down for 20 minutes before boarding the ferry. What captured my attention? The smell of Caribbean spices emanating from a restaurant blew around the courtyard. The breeze reinforced the smell. I took a picture of the restaurant and ordered some food. I'm trying to understand why I took a picture of the restaurant. I had fallen under the spell of the experience. We ate and talked. Sharing excellent food with a friend was pleasant, and finally, the ferry arrived.

Toronto Island's seclusion welcomes you with gardens, forests, quietness, and a stunning view of downtown Toronto.