Dadiji's Kitchen

Expecting to eat a heavy dinner, I decided on a light lunch for Saturday. Now I wouldn't put most Indian meals in that category but I heard that new-ish The Tiffin Box at Bathurst and Bloor may be different. This tiny shop is located a few blocks just north of the subway station with just a handful of tables and a couple of window seats.

The Tiffin Box is literally a mom-and-pop establishment, with an older Indian couple working behind a small kitchen/counter. So one of the drawbacks is the slow service. If there are more than 2 orders before yours, expect a wait. You should still go, but preferably during a non-busy time, because the food here is both delicious and freshly made (with vegetarian, vegan, and even gluten-free options.)

I ordered a dosa ($7) with the unusual choice of butternut squash. I've eaten a similar offering (veggie Caribbean roti) from Vena's Roti so I knew it was likely to be a good flavour combination. It was indeed a tasty choice. A mildly spiced mix of potatoes, butternut squash, and chori beans made a wonderful filling for the crispy lentil crepe shell. Importantly, it was light on the oil and ghee. Even the tomato and coconut chutney were fresh, as evidenced by their coarsely ground ingredients. The only disappointment was the portion size of the sambar that came with the platter. Because a few spoonful of this fragrant soup weren't enough. Next time I'll have to order an extra helping.