Treat Yourself

When was the last time you treated yourself to a calm and peaceful day touring in neighbouring townships to discover the beauty and tranquility your world offers you?

Today, my husband and I took the day to go explore for a few magical hours while the kids were taken care of. What a rare opportunity.

We discovered charming new places with history and local fanfare.

We took a late lunch in Uxbridge, Ontario. We were quite charmed by the little town's signs promoting "stay calm". And I think they got the message across because we felt quite relaxed and calm.

We saw a gluten free bakery on Brock St. But decided we didn't want bake foods. Since we were actually out of our home, we wanted to be able to sit down and eat something that we can't at home because the kids and our son's special diet.

On the way back to the car, my husband pointed across the street at a blue corner restaurant, "oh, ristorante Frankie's". Without any doubt or hesitation, we walked into an artsy, laid back, fancy restaurant with a nice gentleman wearing a blackshirt and purple tie.

Little do we know it, this restaurant was completely gluten and wheat-free! Every single item was safe for anyone on a gluten-free diet!

We later found out hat the gluten free bakery that we had passed was also owned by them! 

We had the most relaxing meal time and enjoyed tasty, healthful, sensuously crafted pasta, bruschetta, hummus, tzatiki and tapenade dips dishes with delicious gluten-free bread. As a bonus, the prices were very comparable to regular restaurant food.

It was such a gem! it was a beautiful, relaxing ambiance with superb service and local food. 

What a treat! My husband commented "now this is living!" The music, the fans, the decor, the comfy seats were all part of the luscious enjoyment.

I confidently recommend this restaurant for anyone wanting a relaxing, positive dining experience. Although the pasta and breads were gluten-free, they certainly were NOT free of flavour and sensual appeal. 

So if you are ever in Uxbridge, I suggest treating yourself to Frankie's Ristorante on Brock Street across from Teddy's organic shop.

Enjoy!

Kim =)

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