Restaurant Spotlight: Twisted Basil

Twisted Basil is a gluten-free restaurant that was established in 2006. Healthy, local and organic are the three most important concepts found at Twisted Basil. For those who suffer from celiac disease, or for others who prefer healthier diet, Twisted Basil is the perfect place to dine.

You can be sure that the food served in the restaurant is fresh and tasty as most of the local produce, dairy products and meat used at Twisted Basil are supplied by the farms and ranches nearby. They also offer many vegetarian and vegan dishes, and no artificial ingredients are used in their food. Here’s what you can expect when you dine at Twisted Basil.

The Menu

The restaurant’s thoughtfulness is shown in the menu as all gluten-free, vegetarian or dairy-free items are clearly labelled. Some of the options you will find in the menu include:

• Roasted Beet Goat Chevre Salad
• Grilled Vegetable Spread
• Turkish Baharat
• Green Chutney Chicken
• Baked Macaroni and Cheese
• Glazed Chicken Pecan Salad
• And More!

The gluten-free, vegetarian and dairy-free items they serve include:

• Asian Noodle Salad
• Paleo Beet Root Dip
• Coconut Turmeric Curry
• Corn & Pepper Quinoa Salad
• Spicy Black Bean Dip
• Sprouted Bean Tabouli
• Hungarian Borscht
• Gypsy Tango Stew
• Lemon Sweet Potato Pie
• And More!

As for dessert, the gluten-free and vegetarian Quinoa Almond Cupcake or Quinoa Cocoa Cupcake are highly recommended.

Contrary to popular perception, organic and gluten-free foods are not usually tasteless. In fact, the food served at Twisted Basil is both appetizing and flavourful. They also provide grab and go meals for those in a hurry.

Location and Hours

Twisted Basil is found at 1b3, 519 1 Street West #109 in Cochrane. They are open from 10am to 6pm, Monday through Friday and from 11am to 4pm on Saturday. If you’re looking for a fresh, delicious meal, this is the place for you.