Perch galore at Pelee

When we went to Point Pelee area, we decided to have Lake Erie perch any chance we can get. After all, where else can we get it as fresh?

1. At Leamington, we first tried out the Perch Platter at SeaCliffe Inn. It was nicely fried, crunchy on the outside and clean-tasting. It did lack a bit of flavour but at least we really got to taste the fish. 16 fillets for $25.

perch platter @SeaCliffe Inn restaurant, Leamington

2. Located right across the marina on Pelee Island, we tried the Sampler Platter at Scudder’s Beach Bar and Grill. The perch was better than the one at SeaCliffe Inn but the girls liked the smelt more. We also enjoyed the curly fries. Service was fast and friendly!

 

Sampler Platter @Scudders, Pelee Island

3. On the way to Point Pelee National Park, Birdie’s Perch beat them all! The red double decker bus was hard to miss so while there were other perch places that we haven’t tried, we decided to check this one out. And it did not disappoint. It was by far the best among those we had in the area. The Perch cone of 3 pieces is a bit pricey at $13.50. It came with a ton of fries so it certainly filled us up.

Perch cone @Birdie's Perch

On the next trip back, we will be sure to try the other perch places we saw along the way! Would be perfect along the wine trail for sure!

Lake Erie Perch at Port Dover

Port Dover, ON

Before the crowds got thick at Port Dover for summer, we popped by to try some Lake Erie perch by the beach.

@Port Dover, ON

There were a lot of joints selling burgers, fries, fish n chips but we decided on the one by the beach—Knechtel's on the Beach. The weather was a bit fickle that day so it was a good thing that they had an indoor seating area.

Knechtel's on the Beach @Port Dover

We got a platter of perch—so deliciously deep fried and tasty!

Perch Platter @Knechtel's on the Beach, Port Dover

Shrimp basket

Shrimp Basket @Knechtel's on the Beach, Port Dover

Clam strips

Clam Strips sans buns @Knechtel's on the Beach, Port Dover

And their winning chili!

Chili with cheese on top! @Knechtel's on the Beach, Port Dover

Service was friendly and fast but it was pretty much like having your take-out food indoors. We all ate from the paper baskets with plastic cutlery, except for the chilli.  We absolutely loved the battered perch that we ordered another round :)

After lunch, we went around Port Dover and checked out their quaint stores (and surf shops, too!) and got some ice cream at Willies. 

Erie Beach Hotel @Port Dover

shops @Port Dover

the lighthouse @Port Dover, ON

It was a nice area and surely more vibrant at the height of summer. 

Must try eats in Czech Republic

Roasted Pork Knee,  Prague, Czech Republic

It was a trip full of eating. Mostly meat but delicious, nonetheless. Here are my must-try eats in Czech Republic:

• In New Town, we discovered an ultra-delish Strawberry-Banana soft-serve ice cream in Ovocný Světozor. Super great value and super yummy!

Strawberry-Banana ice cream @Ovocný Světozor, Prague, Czech Republic

• Roasted Pork Knee—pretty much anywhere, but we had the one in Old Prague Restaurant. Delicious with gravy!

• Potato dumplings—usually a side dish for pork dishes

Roasted pork with Pork Dumplings,  Prague, Czech Republic

• Beef Tartare (tatarák)—we tried the one in Lokál Dlouhááá and it was great! Hubby says it was probably his best meal in our trip. We rubbed fresh garlic onto some toast and spread the fresh, minced raw beef mixed with onions and spices. Melts in your mouth and best with beer! Note that raw beef should not be taken without considering there is a risk of bacterial contamination so be wary. We were fine, though, and we ate at a trusted establishment.

Beef Tartare (Tartarak),  Prague, Czech Republic

Of course, no trip to the Czech Republic is complete without beer. After all, Czech Republic has the highest beer consumption per capita in the world. We tried the Pilsner Urquell (brewed in Plzeň, Czech Republic and is the world’s first blond or pale lager), Staropramen (brewed in the Smíchov district), Kozel (produced since 1874), and the Sv. Norbert from the Monastery Pivovar.

Pilsner Urquell, from Plzeň, Czech Republic