By The Food Tease on December 4, 2016
First class dining in award-winning establishments, endless activities to enjoy in the beautiful sun and a majestic tapestry of cultures woven into one state…Welcome to Florida!
For those of us that live in Canada, the harsh reality that winter is upon us is something that we can all do without. To complain about sand in between my toes sounds much better than complaints of trying to scrape off a thick layer of ice on my windshield.
A warm getaway vacation to Florida is something that thousands of Canadian snowbirds do each and every year. And who can blame them? With Florida’s endless array of activities and sights to be discovered, it is unmistakably a place for everyone – for both the young and the young at heart!
True to form, like a kid at Walt Disney World, I wanted to do everything once I arrived in Florida. I wanted to see and do absolutely all that I could in the time that was permitted. As for the activities that I’d miss…there’s always next time!
Fort Lauderdale and Miami were the destinations onto which I laid my focus. Specifically, fun in the sun in Fort Lauderdale and culinary indulgence in Miami. It would result in the perfect blend of both scenic and satiating pleasure.
Fort Lauderdale will always conjure up images of everything beach and spring break related…and for good reason! Fort Lauderdale’s beaches are world renowned. Visitors can enjoy eight Blue Wave certified beaches, spanning over 23 miles (37 kilometres) of land, each one having its own distinct appeal.
Sun bathers who enjoy people watching will take fancy to the beautiful and newly transformed ‘beach chic’ Fort Lauderdale beach. This beach haven is steps away from the luxury shopping area of Las Olas Boulevard. Deemed as a ‘sophisticated mile of fashion, art and sidewalk cafes’, it is not only beautiful during the day but stunningly impressive at dusk. Perfect for a night stroll after a wonderful evening out.
The beautiful shopping area of Las Olas Boulevard. (Photo courtesy of Greater Fort Lauderdale).
A family favourite is the well-known Pompano Beach with its fishing pier, dive shops, boat charters and my favourite…Jet Ski rentals! And for those seeking something more private, a less crowded stretch of shoreline, Dania Beach is the place to go. I was informed that it happens to be a local gem of a spot for both kayaking and picnicking.
After some time spent relaxing at the beach and enjoying long strolls down Beachfront Promenade, I was in need of some retail therapy, especially if I was going to enjoy Miami’s infamous nightlife later on. The Sawgrass Mills Mall is exactly what the Fashion Doctor prescribed!
Every high-end luxury fashion store you can imagine is there and eagerly waiting to swipe your plastic. Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of savings to be had and that was the driving force behind my shopping expedition. A piece of advice if you visit, allow yourself a minimum of four hours to experience this shopping mecca and make lots of room in your vehicle for all your purchases!
Generally speaking, Miami is known for its culturally rich diversity, especially with its ever so present Cuban influence that is seen and felt in cafes and cigar shops in Little Havana.
Being the food lover that I am, I wanted to take in all the exotic and extravagant flavours that Miami had to offer my taste buds. And with limited time, I decided to indulge in one of Miami’s Culinary Tours.
To say that I was excited to take part in the South Beach Miami Food Tour is to underestimate my level of enthusiasm. I chose the South Beach Tour because I wanted to learn more about South Beach and its famed, and at times, controversial history.
With the food tour, not only are you treating your taste buds to the exotic flavours that the eateries are offering, you are also immersing yourself in the rich culture and history that South Beach is notorious for.
“Taste the best of Miami Beach’s global (“melting-pot”) cuisine with its predominantly Latin, European, and American comfort food. Uncover the hidden hotspots for ceviche, empanadas, homemade Cuban dishes, Refajo drink and much more. -Miami Culinary Tours
Even with the hot humid weather that Miami was gracing the culinary tour with, nothing could dampen the enjoyment that the group was about to embark on. Walking through the historical Art Deco Historic District and learning about Miami’s rich history made the culinary tour that much more engaging.
The Art Deco Historic District
For a culinary tour that lasts no longer than 2 and half hours, it packs the most delicious of meals and gives participants the opportunity to casually walk about and take in all the sights.
There’s no waiting in lines, or feeling hungry – the group, including myself, were very satisfied to say the least. Casually, the culinary tour takes you to five incredible restaurants to discover and try some of their signature meals and learn about their background.
The South Beach Miami Food Tour spoiled us right from the start. We were treated to warm, crunchy Spanish churros that were enveloped with the best of both worlds – a sweet and salty coating, filled with dulce de leche that made them absolutely delicious!! The Manolo restaurant nailed these treats! I have tasted plenty of churros during my travels and these were hands down one of the best!
Delicious Churros made at the Manolo eatery.
The culinary tour and the dishes that were so eagerly consumed by yours truly acted as a culinary voyage. Each restaurant was serving one of their signature dishes. These were not only representative of the eatery, they also strived to highlight the country of origin or its genre of cuisine.
The food tour brought us to what has been hailed as the ‘best Columbian Restaurant in Miami’, Bolivar. True to form, a South American staple and one of my favourites was presented before us, ceviche with passion fruit and canchita (pan roasted corn). And to wash down this delicious dish, a Columbian beer and soda cocktail. On a rather hot and humid day, the ceviche and cocktail were the perfect accompaniments to my trip so far.
Bolivar’s passion fruit ceviche served with a Columbian beer and soda cocktail.
Adding to the tour was the award-winning Cuban restaurant owned by Cuban & Miami sensation, Gloria Estefan. Her famed restaurant, Larios On The Beach is a swanky upscale restaurant showcasing Cuban’s comfort food. The tour group was fortunate to taste some true Cuban classics such as Larios’ minced beef cooked with Cuban spices served with some homemade ‘mojo’. Mojo is a dipping sauce consisting of garlic, oil and vinegar…insanely addictive when dipping in the freshly fried mariquitas (plantains chips) that accompanied the beef dish.
Cuban classic dish at Larios On The Beach: minced beef with Cuban spices served with some mojo and fried mariquitas.
Walking along the Art Deco District, the tour group learned many amazing facts about Miami, the famed ocean drive and tidbits of Hollywood sensational stories that contributed to the famous Miami area.
And now it was time for some Naked Taco, as that is the name of the Mexican influenced gem where we inhaled their mouth-watering chicken empanadas with caramelized onions and cilantro. This funky Mexican taco bar is all about high energy and having a great time.
Naked Taco’s chicken empanadas with caramelized onions and cilantro and their signature sauces.
Before making our way to walk through Española Way, a historic Spanish village that spans two blocks where one can shop, dine and people watch from the varied European restaurants and boutiques that line the village, we indulged yet again.
This time Italian cuisine was the resounding theme. Blocks Pizza Deli had the group saying ‘manga manga’ as we learned about the eatery’s ancient Italian dough recipe. Here we enjoyed their Sundried Hippy meal. A pizza pocket-like sandwich consisting of sundried tomatoes, baby spinach, Kalamata olives, feta cheese and basil pesto on their famous “Mother Yeast” dough.
Blocks Pizza Deli Sundried Hippy sandwich.
I must admit that at this moment during the tour many of us were feeling rather full and couldn’t think of eating another crumb…until the word GELATO was uttered!
Milani Gelateria was something else and it didn’t matter how full you were feeling or how much food you had just consumed. This, after all, was gelato we were talking about! Hailed as the best gelato in Miami – it definitely earned its title as this was the perfect end to the culinary tour.
Milani Gelateria
South Beach Food Tour Video
On barrier islands across the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay is Miami Beach, home to South Beach. This glamorous neighborhood is famed for its colorful art deco buildings, white sand, surfside hotels and trendsetting nightclubs.
Miami has endless award-winning restaurants and cozy ‘mom & pop’ gems which merit accolades for their delicious meals that evoke memories of comfort. However, there is one establishment that clearly stood out for me for both its gastronomy scene and for its hospitality. The Forge is an experience within itself.
The Forge Restaurant (Photo courtesy of The Forge restaurant)
Since the roaring 1920’s, this high-end wine bar known for their grilled steaks, has become a staple for those from Hollywood as ‘the place to eat’ and be seen. Over the years, The Forge’s wine cellar has become one of the finest rare-wine collections in the world.
Upon request, guests can be given a tour to the many rooms that hold the rare wine collection (there are 8 rooms in total) within the restaurant. To walk amongst the rooms where the likes of Sinatra and Elizabeth Taylor dined was surreal. More than 300,000 vintages are stored in the cellar. Given the pleasure of seeing such rare bottles of wines and Champagnes made me feel special.
The spectacular library dining room at The Forge Restaurant in Miami (Photo courtesy of The Forge restaurant).
The dishes presented by The Forge were beyond spectacular. The crisp and refreshing flavours of their dishes awaken your senses to the point where you naturally gravitate to ordering another dish… so that the feeling doesn’t dissipate. The hospitality and old school dining traditions where certain dishes are finished tableside add to the whole dining experience.
During the grand tour of the restaurant, you discover several dining rooms, from their elaborate wine cellar dining room to the renaissance-like themed ‘library’ decorated with beautiful stained glass, which fit almost any occasion or mood.
My favourite, the bubbles, with its tables that are adorned by what could only be perceived as Champagne bubbles and its elegant captain chairs, made me feel like a true princess. Just simply exquisite.
The Food Tease at The Forge Restaurant in Miami.
Miami being Miami has come to be known as one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations; thus giving tourists and locals alike, a nightlife like no other!
Just like the saying goes ‘When in Rome…’, I needed to experience what was behind all the attention surrounding Miami’s nightlife. So, if I was going to do this I was going to start with one of the most famous nightclubs around, Story.
Miami’s famous Story nightclub.
Story is a mind-blowing 27,000 square foot nightclub that offers over 60 exclusive VIP tables and five full-service bars. To see this in person is off the charts and I am not even referring to their sound system and production team.
I was fortunate enough to have friends who were able to grant me access via the club promoter Avenue. That being said, for those that are watching their pennies, this is a very costly establishment and everything and I do mean everything, is very expensive. All in all, it was all worth it as Story is known for their high caliber DJs like David Guetta to Kaskade just to mention a few.
Another nightclub with a different twist is Mango’s Tropical Cafe. It was suggested that if you happen to find yourself in South Beach Miami then you need to see this nightclub firsthand as it is one of the longest running Cabaret shows in Florida.
Mango’s Tropical Café in Miami.
Mango’s Latino vibe is ever-present with its live performances atop of the bar – mere feet from your table. The energy and heat of the Latin culture is electric and very contagious. Performers singing and dancing in traditional costumes executing Salsa and Bachata routines are breathtaking! It’s something different for sure and I can see why it resonates with many people.
Florida as a whole has numerous amazing sites and activities to offer and engage tourists. I had the pleasure of taking part in several in both Fort Lauderdale and Miami. However, there are many other cities within this beautiful state that are left to be discovered.
More activities to experience, more dining establishments to savour and more importantly …more memories to create!
Till next time…Bon Appétit!
Always a student and always learning😃
It helps when an interesting destination is discussed and tasty dishes are shared!✈️🍽
Big thanks to @phillydiscover for informing me on the unique attractions that Philadelphia has to offer and to @playfoodwine for their exceptional hospitality!😋
A delicious fish cake followed by the braised beef cheek and ramp gnocchi hit all the right notes. However, I couldn`t help myself from indulging on their grilled Sourdough Bread With Caramelized Butter...Ridiculously ADDICTIVE 🔥 😋😍
Looking forward to discovering new regions! 😊
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Apr 20
A recipe for tasty success - this is what A Taste for Life Ottawa is all about.
Last evening, generous restaurants like @faunaottawa opened their doors to patrons who dined and donated to support people living with HIV in our communities.
What more could you ask for?! Stellar dishes while supporting a great cause!!☺️
Fresh meaty Malpeque oysters 🦪🦪 and tasty tempura mushrooms 🍄 as appetizers to a mouth-watering meat fest. Say hello to a 80 day dry aged ribeye for 2 and the tastiest duck breast I`ve ever had!!😲😋😋😍
Because those dishes weren`t indulgent enough, a basque style cheesecake had to be tasted!!😂😋
A great cause and annual tradition that I`m proud to support and be a part of! ❤️
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Apr 19
Learning about new destinations and different cultures is always a blast! 😃
Several evenings ago, I had the pleasure of being invited to the Embassy of the Czech Republic😍
Learning about their culture, their unique travel experiences, and surprisingly, how inexpensive this country is, when compared to other European destinations, is always good💰💰
To start the Czech Tourism event, guests had the pleasure to hear from Czech Republic Ambassador of Canada, Martin Tlapa.
Tasty libations and Czech dishes were enjoyed by the guests. Even though I enjoy my 🍾 bubbles, I enjoyed tasting Czech`s prized beer 😉🍻
On the bucket list to discover✈️✈️
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Apr 7
Sophistication, opulent decor, and beautiful luxury desserts - this is @delyseesottawa 🍰🍮
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Read The Food Tease column in the Spring/Summer issue of @luxeottawamagazine on how Delysees`s Creative Director, Fred Naggar, successfully left awe-inspiring footprints in the fashion world to embark on a new adventure with his wife - the world of high-end desserts.😋🍰😍
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Sweets for the sweets... Enjoy!
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Apr 5
Happy Easter, everyone!!🐣 🐰
Enjoying my family`s Easter tradition of our colourful egg fight...I didn`t win, but there`s always next year 😉
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Mar 31
Play golf⛳️?
Planning a wedding💍?
Enjoy live jazz 🎷🎹?
And let`s not forget, enjoy spa services💆🏼♀️and tasty dishes?😋
Then the @brookstreetott is worth experiencing!🤩
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Whether it be for business and/or for pleasure, the @brookstreetott has you covered.
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During my recent stay, I was informed that all guests` rooms will be renovated in the next couple of months. By September 2024, the renovation project will be completed. 🤩🤩
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Now lets talk about the tssty dishes: veal ribeye, Beef carpaccio, tuna sushi and a tasty breakfast of poached eggs Benedict poutine...and let`s not ignore my tasty libation...an extra dirty martinis with extra olives!!🍸🍸😋😋
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Weekend getaways are perfect for some R&R!!😊
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Mar 27
I had the pleasure of experiencing @kathaottawa with their exclusive 8 course tasting menu of progressive Indian cuisine. What a treat!😍😋
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Kathā means story in Sanskrit, and with each course, a story about the dish was shared with the guests. This interactive approach provided a cultural and personal background for each dish.
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Everything from the scallop ceviche, the cod with chili and coriander oil to the delicious lamb chop and duck - all made for a unique cultural dining experience. 😋😋
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Props to Chef/Owner Sarath Teegavarapu and his talented brigade on this creative endeavor!!
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Mar 5
Calling all sweet tooth lovers📣📣
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@delyseesottawa = Decadent sweet indulgences with a luxurious vibe!!✨️✨️🍰🍮
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Parisienne inspired desserts ✅️
Luxury vibe ✅️
Stunning tasty sweets ✅️
When all boxes are checked, a visit to @delyseesottawa at Lansdowne & @delyseestoronto is needed.🍰🍮🍾🥂
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Chic ambiance and tasty desserts make for a sweet indulgent experience!! 😋
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The tasty best sellers at Delysees are the following:
Hugo: Sicilian pistachio mousse
Frasier: fresh strawberries and cream🍓
Le Verdi: passion fruit cheesecake
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Go and get your sweet tooth fix and ENJOY😊
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Feb 9
Friday night, I had the privilege of attending the 2024 Canadian Culinary Championships - Mystery Wine Challenge - People`s Choice Award🥇🥇@greatkitchenparty
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Congratulations to all the chefs involved in this intense competition. The chefs needed to create a dish to pair with the mystery wine. Each chef was given a tricky budget of $550 for the 250 guests. I was witnessing creativity at its best!!😋
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The winning dish🥇 (centered in the middle of the photo) was created by JP Dublado: Red Deer Resort and Casino, Red Deer AB
Dish: beet & soy cured albacore tuna - ponzu gel - tomato water - puffed wild rice - beet green oil
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Amazing talent from all the chefs as they paired with the mystery wine (a 2021 Lailey Vineyard Zweigelt)🍷🍷
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Feb 5
A classic is always a classic!🤩
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@alssteakhouse has been serving food lovers steak, seafood, and tantalizing martinis since 1967!!! Just incredible! 🥩🍤🍸
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As an appetizer, I must say their calamari was outstanding, and believe it or not, their portion was unlike any other eatery - there was so much!! 😮
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And now, for the main attraction - their 14oz Rib-eye steak. The flavour of this steak was a melt-in-your-mouth gift! I couldn`t stop eating it. I forgot how delicious their steaks are. With their sides and salad with their signature garlic dressing, it was a real feast, to say the least.😋
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I`m already looking forward to my next visit...like I said, when a classic is this tasty, any excuse to visit is a good one‼️
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Jan 28
Planning for your BIG wedding day💍 and looking for something different than the traditional bachelorette party? 🎉🎉
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Then you need to read my solo Montreal getaway article featured in the latest issue of @ottawawedding magazine.
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Special thanks to @montreal for the beautiful experiences.
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Amongst the amazing activities:
● High Tea at the Ritz-Carlton 🍾🥂
● Pampering at the Scandinave Spa 💆🏼♀️and at Le Germain Hotel
● Visiting the beautiful light show at the Botanical Gardens ⚘️✨️
● Culinary experiences at the Foxy restaurant and discovering local restaurants during a food tour😋😋
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Solo getaway or with a friend or two, any reason to visit and experience Montréal is a good one!! 😍🤗
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With its countless cultural activities and experiences, one can easily enjoy this beautiful city! And let`s not forget their food scene... that alone is reason enough to visit!!😍😋
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I think it`s time for you to discover, and for some, REDISCOVER Montreal! 🤩🤩
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Jan 23
Explore and savour! 😋
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Exploring different regions of the beautiful island of Antigua🏝🏝🐚🐚
Breathtaking panoramic views from Shirley Heights, a restored military lookout, and gun battery was such a visual treat!😍
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Afterward, a tasty seafood lunch at the Mainbrace restaurant, located at the @copperandlumberstorehotelanu was needed. We are talking about delicious conch fritters, spicy shrimp and avocado sushi stack, and Mahi Mahi trio seafood salad - YUMMY!! 😋😋
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And if that wasn`t enough, the view of the mind-blowing luxury yachts in front of us as we dined was simply perfect!🛳🛥🤩
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These activities made for a great island day!🏝😊
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Dec 30
The Devil made me do it! 👹😉
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Antigua’s rich history and spectacular topography provide a variety of popular sightseeing opportunities.
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One of those stunning sightseeing opportunities is the Devil`s Bridge. The sight and sounds of this natural wonder are something else. 👹🌊
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Natural blowholes around the arch shoot up water and spray, caused by the Atlantic Ocean waves. Simply beautiful and capitavating and yet dangerous if too close to the blowholes.😲😍
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Dec 24
To discover any new destination, I need to explore and experience their local dishes and eateries. 😋😋
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Big thanks to @eat_n_lime_food_tours and to the @antiguaandbarbuda tourism board for providing me such a tasty treat!!🤗
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Eat N Lime`s motto resonates with me so much...`We are hanging out and chilling, enjoying eachothers company with good food` - This is my happy place!😍😋
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The delicious food tour started in Saint John, the capital of Antigua and Barbuda, at the Heritage Quay Complex, where one can easily see all the cruise ships coming in and offloading their passengers.
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I had the pleasure of tasting these local treats during the food tour:
1) Island Bhive: shrimp fritters with garlic sauce - so delicious 😋 🦐
2) Quin Farara Liquor Store: Rum tasting and learning how to make an Antiguan Old Fashioned cocktail with their 5-year-old English Harbour Rum.🍹
3) Roti King: a very generous roti that was packed with flavour: chickpea bread, potatoes, chicken, Indian curry, turmeric, and ginger.
4) Brownies Bakery: well-known for its unique bread offerings. Fun fact: it`s also a well-known hangover dish.🍞😉Tracey Ann, our informative and engaging Eat n Lime Food Tours guide, showed us Brownies Bakery`s famous bread - cinnamon butter and cheese.
5) Patti Delight: Jamaican patties with a twist. Jamaican beef patty with bacon, cheese, tomatoes, and lettuce. More please!!😋😋
6) To wash down all this delicious food, we stopped at One Stone Ital Shack - a Jamaican rasta shop known for their fresh fruit juices. Passion fruit for the win!! Tasted amazing and truth be told, I mixed my leftover juice with some local Rum as my afternoon cocktail.🍹😉
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I highly recommend taking part in food tours when discovering new destinations as you not only learn about the culture but also learn how food plays an integral role in the history of the specific region. Eat N Lime`s food tour was exceptional - great memories from this excursion. 😍🤗
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Dec 23
Christmas came early🎅🎁!!
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When relaxation and disconnection are needed, The @verandahantigua Resort and Spa (an all-inclusive adults-only resort) delivers!! 🏖🩴
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It was paradise enjoying the tropical scenery at one of the two beautiful white-sand palm-lined cove beaches that the Verandah Resort & Spa offers its guests.🏝🏖
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Stay tuned for stunning island attractions and tasty local dishes as I share my Antiguan adventure... which may include some Rum inspiration. 🍹😋
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Dec 22
Home cooking calls for a smoked salmon Dutch baby!!😋💕
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This uber light yet rich at the same time meal is nothing but DELICIOUS!
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This savoury Dutch baby with garlic butter, parmesan, and plenty of herbs can be a versatile vessel for other proteins or on its own. However, the smoked salmon and sour cream spread takes it to another level.
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Here`s to weekend meals👩🏼🍳😋
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Dec 11
I am very proud to share my culinary "observer" perspective regarding @lecordonbleuottawa culinary workshops in the latest issue of @luxeottawamagazine 😊
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Visiting my alma mater and watching the culinary workshop from a different lens reinforced the rationale as to why I pursued my culinary education…the pleasure of savouring the fruits of your labour. 😋
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It is this journey that ignited my passion for cooking, helped hone my skills, and introduced me to a world of flavours and techniques that continue to inspire me to this day. And perhaps it will inspire you as well!👨🍳👩🏼🍳
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Check out the article and the new culinary workshops being offered. Enjoy the adventure!!😊🤗
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Dec 1
Where`s my rubber ducky 🐤😉?!
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A year ago this week, I was enjoying some bath time while in @discoverdominica 🏖🏝😍
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Dominica`s lush scenery is extraordinary, and I`m grateful to have been invited to visit their beautiful island😊😊
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Visiting Wotten Waven Sulphur Springs was perfect to relax and rid of some unwanted stress. And the outdoor bath surrounded by all that green landscape was simply the BEST! An unforgettable experience! 🤩
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Dominica`s adventure activities - diving, snorkeling, hiking, kayaking, swimming - are just some of the many ways to enjoy this tropical island.🤿🙂
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Put Dominica on your travel list. You`ll love it!!❤️❤️
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Nov 15
What goes better together than Champagne and lobster?! Nothing, except MORE Champagne...hence the magnum of Veuve!🍾🥂🦞
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This is the definition of indulgence. 😉
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Why wait for special occasions?! Enjoy what makes you happy whenever the mood strikes!
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Carpe diem!!🍾🥂😍
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Nov 8
When you taste a meal that makes you sit back and wish you could have it more often, then you know it`s a real culinary gem! 🏅🏅
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Special thanks to @pti_casque from @co.makerfeed and his brigade for an amazing evening out. 😍 😋
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I was spoiled with the most amazing dishes!!
● PEI oysters for the win! Love the presentation!!🦪🦪
● Auntie Jo`s Wagyu corndogs with honey mustard...So, so tasty!! I couldn`t resist😋
● Chef`s risotto: roasted squash with Osso Bucco beef and goat cheese. So rich and insanely flavourful!!😍😍
● Osso Bucco at its best...melt-in-your-mouth tender and a sauce that makes you want to spoon it all up.😋😋
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Always a great time eating Chef`s creations in the beautiful `Alice In Wonderland` room - my favourite!!😍
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A must try for any occasion!!😋
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Nov 3
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