Combine the sugar and strawberries in a bowl and set aside to macerate (it sweats to form a bit of syrup).

Lightly whisk the eggs, milk and salt in a shallow bowl.

Melt butter in a large fry pan over medium high heat.

Dip each side of the bread slices into the egg, 3 seconds on each side. Place in the pan and fry each side for 2 1/2 minutes, until it is nicely browned.

Remove from the fry pan, and serve, topped with the strawberries (use the syrup created), maple syrup and confectioners sugar (icing sugar), if using.