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Founder Bar

September 06, 2018 in Interiors, Food

I had the opportunity to photograph the delicious food, beautiful interior and the fun team at Founder Bar. This cocktail and snack bar is located in the lively Dundas West neighbourhood of Toronto. Stop by to grab a bite and see the space if you're in the area.

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Chef Deb putting the final touches on the cheeseburger-inspired Beef and Cheddar Bao

Beef and cheddar bao Black bean sauce, cheddar foam, scallion, sesame, chili threads

Beef and cheddar bao
Black bean sauce, cheddar foam, scallion, sesame, chili threads

Lake Erie smelts Thai sweet and sour sauce, scallion, chilies, thai basil, cabbage slaw

Lake Erie smelts
Thai sweet and sour sauce, scallion, chilies, thai basil, cabbage slaw

Co-owner and bar manager Brad

Co-owner and bar manager Brad

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