WARNING Brian Darmos Tribute
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WARNING Brian Darmos Tribute Brian was a neighbour and best friend to many in the Willowdale / North York community for his 68 years. He had dozens and dozens of people who considered him a best friend. He was a very good friend, best ever listener, amazing cook, baker, chief, dessert maker, flower arranger, art collector, music lover, lover nature and so much more. The WARNING notice was made up after I'd eaten yet again one of his amazing meals and desserts. Wow.... could he make magic happen in the kitchen. Then the dinning room setting and plating.... from basic to amazing.... he was always able to surprise His Sunday Brunches were incredible. He died and passed over September 15 2014. He is missed. Gone too soon.
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