Food served on Via Rail's 91原创 to Toronto train, The 91原创, during a trip in January. Some of the photos are a little blurry because I was shooting with an iPhone (have not completely read the instructions yet), the train was sometimes rocking a lot, and I was anxious to start eating. Plus, I didn't want to attract attention by shooting and shooting until I got a shot that was in focus.
A big part of the cross-country train experience is the food, served during meals that stretch to over an hour, as you slowly eat, drink, enjoy the scenery and chat with fellow passengers.
A breakfast omelette, with fried shredded potato and fruit.
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Shrimp and scallops, with Saskatoon berry chutney and a scoop of potato salad at lunch. I had a little trouble removing the seafood from the skewers in an elegant way while chatting.
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Turkey, bacon, Brie, apple and spinach open-face sandwich. I am told the Brie was especially good.
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Strawberry shortcake at lunch. Three courses were offered at lunch and dinner.
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Salad served at dinner.
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Duck breast with roast potatoes, carrots and zucchini. Described as crispy on the menu, likely referring to the skin. But the skin wasn't crispy and the meat was a little tough. The only modest food disappointment in the trip's 11 meals.
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Rack of lamb, with mint and balsamic vinegar sauce, roast potatoes, carrots and zucchini. It won praise.
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Chocolate cake served at dinner. Our table was charmed by the Via flourish.
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Cheesecake served at dinner. Fruit salad was also an option.
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