Now that Roslindalians have had some time to familiarize themeselves with the moi moi and other Nigerian delicacies at Suya Joint, what's the next hot thing for their sophisticated palates?
With new owners, Romano's, at the corner of Corinth and Washington, has expanded from two cuisines (Mexican and Italian) to three, with the addition of French Canadian poutine.
God only knows what inspired them to add the French fries, gravy and curds dish to their weekend menu, but if you're hankering for poutine just like maman used to make, you no longer have to drive five hours to Montreal.
If you can't make it on the weekends, don't worry: They promise they can cook you up an order if you give them 25 minutes advance notice.
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Québecois
By MadMax
Wed, 01/29/2014 - 7:29pm
Yes, that does look very enigmatic on the menu.
By the way, I believe the polite term is "Québecois", not "French Canadian", which has been deprecated.
French Canadian is different from Quebecois...
By Michael Kerpan
Wed, 01/29/2014 - 7:58pm
It includes all the Francophone groups of Canada -- in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Ontario and Manitoba (maybe some more spots I'm forgetting about).
Québecois ou French Canadian?
By Anonyme
Wed, 01/29/2014 - 11:01pm
There is a huge debate in Quebec right now about identity, language and religious symbols. I will ask my Montreal friends what they think of the Québec vs. French Canadian distinction, and who it covers. Many of the sovereigntist/separatist supporters in Quebec are unhappy with the mix of cultures and cuisines listed on the menu board.
Poutine is a pile of glue and cholesterol, truly the last thing you want to order, whether you are north or south of the 49th parallel. Montreal has great restaurants, you can get game - rabbit, for example - but avoid this stuff, no matter how drunk you are.
Of course there is
By KellyJMF
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 8:37am
When is there not?
I've visited Montreal a few
By jdrinboston
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 12:25pm
I've visited Montreal a few times over the past year and have sort of taken an interest in Quebec politics in the process - their government makes Boston/Mass. government look like a ruthlessly efficient machine.
Carne Asada Poutine?
By SwirlyGrrl
Wed, 01/29/2014 - 9:23pm
Can they do that?
/naftagasm
Actually, the pork belly add-on to the poutine at Saus is to die for!
Poutine is actually sold....
By Swirys Bro
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 12:52am
...in Canada from A&W, KFC, and even McDonalds (go figure)
Just one bite, and you'll want to be your own country and prohibit religious symbols in your workplace.
and by the way.....Canadians call them Quebecois, Francophones (or Francophonys), Frogs, Pepsi's, and VERY ANNOYING!!
(From your very good friend here in Alberta! -- Go Flames (or down in them)!
Saus can do no wrong.
By Sally
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 11:46am
Freaking love that place--only wish it was in some sensible place like um...JP.
Well, This Is Poutine Week After All
By Elmer
Wed, 01/29/2014 - 10:57pm
In celebration of Poutine Week, the Montreal Gazette invites you to pick the poutine you'd choose if you could eat only one.
[img=275x250]http://gazdata-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/img/poutine-week/Royal%20Phoenix.jpg[/img][img= 275x250]http://gazdata-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/img/poutine-week/MonsieurRestaurant.jpg[/img][img= 275x250]http://gazdata-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/img/poutine-week/Poutine%20Boeuf%20Parmesan%20Truffes%20Pub%20Quartier%20Latin.JPG[/img][img= 275x250]http://gazdata-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/img/poutine-week/Poutine%20Centrale.jpg[/img]
Mmmm... I think I'll choose this one with lobster, bechamel sauce and schallots!
[img]http://gazdata-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/img/poutine-week/Frite%20Alors2.jpg[/img]
Some great choices....
By Michael Kerpan
Wed, 01/29/2014 - 11:07pm
... in the linked article. I'd like to try most -- but then I'd wind up weighing 300 pounds or so.
Duck Fat Gravy
By SwirlyGrrl
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 12:03pm
Oh hell yeah!
This sort of eating is one reason that I'm blessed to be the sort of person who likes active vacations.
(now I'm wondering if Duck Fat in Portland, Maine offers a poutine ... looks like they might! http://www.duckfat.com/menus/Sample-MENU.pdf)
It's A Dessert Poutine!
By Elmer
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 12:55pm
I think the one with the duck fat gravy is supposed to be a dessert poutine. Instead of potatoes, the faux fries are actually fried slices of doughnuts!
[img=465x350]http://gazdata-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/img/poutine-week/chezborispoutine1.jpg[/img]
They do, and it's heavenly.
By MikeJuz
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 1:13pm
They do, and it's heavenly. If you go on a weekend, you need to get there just as they open at 11:00 or you will be waiting a LONG time. (I've done that wait before - absolutely worth it!)
Another place that can do no wrong.
By Sally
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 3:26pm
And yes, they had pouting the last time I was there though we didn't order it.
Deep Ellem in Allston
By cmbeat
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 6:11pm
Supposed to have a duck fat version. I just found out from this Reddit list. Can't wait to sample.
http://www.reddit.com/r/boston/comments/1w99gp/bes...
Good
By Matthew
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 11:13pm
Bit salty, IIRC.
Meh....
By MissDee
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 8:28am
Prolly more overpriced, medicore food that is typical of Rozzie Square.
I wouldn't eat at Suya Joint if you paid me.
By anon
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 9:06am
In fact, i don't think iv ever seen anyone in the joint! As for Romano's, that place changes hands every 5 years or so. And every time it does, it never yields a "GREAT" place.
So you've never actually eaten there, then?
By adamg
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 9:26am
I have, a number of times. I'm addicted to the jollof rice.
No i have not
By anon
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 9:43am
My rational is that no one is ever in the place, which means they have a low turnover on product. Which means their food probably isn't that fresh.
Suya Joint is terrific
By MC Slim JB
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 11:03am
but some dishes aren't for beginners, notably the ogbono. But who doesn't love kebabs?
ummm
By John-W
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 2:49pm
....lambs?
This is lamb, Lisa...
By Scratchie
Thu, 01/30/2014 - 2:59pm
Not *a* lamb!
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