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An Iconic Toronto Diner Is Closing In Two Weeks

Blair StutzBy Blair Stutz
By Blair StutzView Author PostsDec 19th 2019
An Iconic Toronto Diner Is Closing In Two Weeks
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2019 is almost behind us and going with it is the iconic Thompson Diner. It was announced that the famous diner would close its doors for good in just two short weeks.

The doors to Thompson Diner will close at 9 p.m. on December 31, but until then it’ll definitely be making the most of the time it has left.

Thompson Diner is located at Wellington and Bathurst and it’s known for its delectable comfort food and cozy upscale diner vibe.

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Thompson Diner will be open from Sunday to Thursday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m. and even on December 24 from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m.

However, the diner will be closed on December 25. 

While this news is disappointing for the diner’s long time fans, the folks at Thompson Diner have given us a little parting gift to soften the blow. The diner has shared the recipe for its delicious and iconic Truffle Mac & Cheese.

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The moment Mac & Cheese lovers have been waiting for… We've released our award-winning Truffle Mac & Cheese recipe! 😍🤩 Sauce Recipe: • EVAPORATED MILK – 354ml (One Can) • EGGS – 1ea • GROUND MUSTARD – 3g • WHITE SHARP CHEDDAR, SHREDDED – 110g • WHITE AMERICAN CHEESE, SLICES – 450g • CORNSTARCH – 5g • COLD WATER – 110g • BUTTER, DICED – 225g • GRATED ASIAGO – 110g Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Meanwhile, place all other ingredients in a large bowl. Buzz with hand mixer until consistency is similar to cottage cheese. Add the butter and blend with the mixer to combine. Plating: • BLANCHED PASTA – 225g • MAC & CHEESE SAUCE – 225g • CHOPPED PARSLEY • TOASTED BUTTERED PANKO • MOZZARELLA, GRATED – 125g • TRUFFLE OIL – 10g Put sauce in a pot and bring to a simmer over medium high heat. Bring pot of water to a boil. Add blanched Pasta and reheat for 45 seconds. Strain pasta, and add to the sauce along with 100g of Mozzarella. Mix well to fully incorporate, adjusting seasoning and consistency with pasta water, salt and butter. Pour into serving bowl, sprinkle remaining 25g of Mozzarella over top, and brown under boiler. Drizzle Truffle Oil over and garnish with Chopped Parsley. Happy holidays from all of us at The Thompson!

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“Sharing the infamous truffle mac & cheese recipe is our way of thanking guests, visitors and the city of Toronto for the past 9 years of support!” said Jeff Waters, general manager of Thompson Toronto. “We wanted to leave a piece of our legacy behind.”

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