Is South Bayview ready for the 100 best restaurants in Toronto? Is there time to read the list? Is Chai in there? Is Rosie’s? Olde Yorke Fish and Chips? Never mind, the free magazine box is once again bursting with the improbable proposition that you care about 100 restaurants somewhere. The list is compiled by the secretive Joanne Kates, a reviewer who has made a lifetime of hiding in the shadows as she ticked off the high and low lights of restaurants. It’s always said she remained unidentified so that a restaurant couldn’t give her special service. On the other hand, if the staff recognized her they might just slam the door. “Sorry Ms. Kates, we’re closing early. Bath night, you know.” But really, how does this matter? Why not a list of The Nine Best Bank Managers. Much more believable. We know there aren’t many. Ready for the 100 best restaurants?
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Is South Bayview ready for the 100 best restaurants in Toronto? Is there time to read the list? Is Chai in there? Is Rosie’s? Olde Yorke Fish and Chips? Never mind, the free magazine box is once again bursting with the improbable proposition that you care about 100 restaurants somewhere. The list is compiled by the secretive Joanne Kates, a reviewer who has made a lifetime of hiding in the shadows as she ticked off the high and low lights of restaurants. It’s always said she remained unidentified so that a restaurant couldn’t give her special service. On the other hand, if the staff recognized her they might just slam the door. “Sorry Ms. Kates, we’re closing early. Bath night, you know.” But really, how does this matter? Why not a list of The Nine Best Bank Managers. Much more believable. We know there aren’t many. 
Everybody know these lists are advertising bait for the restaurants named.