Fashionistas, art lovers and foodies have been waiting all year to be part of the prestigious Loft Gala. Celebrating their 2nd anniversary, The Loft Gala, hosted at The Hilton Lac Leamy, celebrates fashion, art, culture and live music…and, we can’t leave out the amazing culinary creations that will be showcased at the event.
Nothing tastes better in my opinion, than knowing your delicious tasty meal is contributing towards a worthy cause. A Taste for Life is one those worthwhile events. An event that brings awareness to a virtuous cause, all the while providing diners with an enjoyable time at one of your local restaurants.
With snow still on the ground and ice slowly melting, I wouldn’t have thought of exposing myself to the cold wind blowing off the St. Lawrence River for a getaway retreat. However, I was wrong. Indulgence and pampering were in the cards for me as I enjoyed the beautiful 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel located on the St. Lawrence River in […]
It isn’t often that the world comes together for one night. And, it isn’t often that five continents are unified for the mutual love and respect of the matriarch of all great tasting food, French cuisine. On March 21st, 2016 I had the pleasure and honour of being a guest at the French Embassy in Ottawa to experience the […]
It isn’t everyday that a startup company makes national headway. And it isn’t everyday we see the owner of a recognizable local company, not only garner the attention from a funding show like Dragon’s Den but also negotiate a profitable deal. Steve Morrier, chief alchemist and owner of Split Tree Cocktail Co., is that man. His drive and determination to […]
Father Time, the arch nemesis of the day showed no mercy. Cold sweat on the brow acted as a reminder of what was at stake. Feelings of exhaustion set in as every muscle burned and succumbed to the pressure of the day. Basically, all factors took centre stage as the five competitors pushed themselves to new levels of determination and […]
The joy of traveling allows food lovers to experience many of the world’s culinary offerings. They get to indulge in the tastes and smells of delicacies that only passports can provide. However, at the 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel, a AAA Four-Diamond full-service resort located on the beautiful St. Lawrence River, guests are offered a delightful evening of European gastronomy delights!
Ottawa, the Nation’s Capital, is fortunate to have many talented chefs and brilliant culinary instructors. Chefs and instructors that not only showcase their craft and talent, but also mentor those that would like to follow in their culinary footsteps. A great example of such mentoring is the 4th National Capital Region Culinary Competition. This event, which the general public […]
There are many activities I have done in my life; some were heart-pumping and exciting, others were serenely Zen. Mexico’s Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve was one of those places where moments felt as though time had momentarily paused allowing me to really sense my surroundings. This experience was about educating me on Mother Nature’s riches and teaching me how to be completely at […]
In the last week, Mother Nature has shown us her temperament. Days of blistery cold -35°C weather leaves us thinking that our food selection is limited in regards to locally sourced products. But, nothing could be further from the truth. Ottawa has six amazing restaurants that will be using locally produced ingredients that haven’t suffered from winter’s wrath during Savour […]
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