I delved into my barbequed spare ribs main wholeheartedly. Mixed in with cabbage leaves wrapped in mashed potato and caramelized carrots, every bite seemed to simply melt away on my pleased palette. My guest had opted for the duck leg option which tasted as if the chef had accidentally dumped a few cups of salt into the pot. I was glad to have my spare ribs.

Champagne and warm liquid centered chocolate cakes ensued along with witty banter. There is a long, thick, rustic, dark wood table in the centre of the large restaurant that serves as a communal meeting ground for visiting strangers. It’s the perfect touch to a hotel eatery where business travelers are often alone. At Trios they will never have to dine alone again. My guest and I plopped down at said table and ended up befriending our surrounding diners over the delicious food and aptly paired wines.

The Marriott has done well. The revamped lobby and the illustrious Trios Bistro will undoubtedly attract foodies for local business lunches and global evenings out. The new space is a lone traveler’s delight and will put The Eaton’s Marriott back on the map. –J.T.