While in search of good food, we often discover favourite places accidentally. Four years ago while unsuccessfully looking for a sushi restaurant in the Annex, this little crêpes shop was discovered. Since having Gogo’s (the owner Véronique’s nickname) crêpes, there is no other that can match her perfect harmony of simple ingredients, and her one-of-a-kind crêpe recipe.
Now situated in Yorkville, it was surprising to find out (after a chat with Gogo) that making crêpes was something she never imagined doing. Leaving behind her home in Paris, Gogo was an actress/director swinging by Toronto on her way to Hollywood. The idea of crêpe making came from her brother, who suggested she distribute crêpe machines from Paris around Toronto. But instead, Gogo took it upon herself to rent a small storefront and open her very own café. After many trial recipes, she finally found the perfect one. Unlike traditional soft and fragile crêpes-the ones from Crêpes à GoGo have character, rustic in appearance and taste, but full of a delicate soft chewiness. Favourites include their signature ‘Big Ben’, a crêpe filled with raspberry jam and mozzarella-a perfect marriage of two very simple ingredients, and the ‘Parisienne’, a combination of egg, swiss cheese, mushroom, red onion and dill. Aside from their signature crêpes, one of their popular drink innovations is the Limonana, a blend of mint and lemon that can be enjoyed hot or cold, now sold in specialty food stores like Pusateri’s. As well, their café is a place for social gatherings, an escape reminiscent of Gogo’s hometown Paris, and a display of her love of film and art. Swing by when you get a chance, Gogo is the friendliest café owner you’ll ever meet.
To see the full menu, visit the Crêpes à GoGo Facebook page.
