By The Food Tease on September 11, 2015
When I heard about the YUL EAT festival in Montreal, I thought now THIS could be loads of fun. How could I go wrong…
Beautiful setting of being in Old Port Montreal: Check!
Gorgeous sunny day by the water: Check!
Food Festival fit for the masses: Check!
Curious how the festival began and the significance of ‘YUL’, I did a bit of research. It turns out that the YUL EAT festival started last year in September 2014 at The Esplanade Financière Sun Life. The primary goal was to bring “together fans of the culinary arts and local cuisine”.
The festival’s name reinforces the desire to highlight Montreal as a gastronomical force by incorporating the Montreal International Airport – YUL, and marrying it with the abbreviated E.A.T.:
E stands for Experience
A stands for Appetite
T stands of Terroir
This year’s 3 day event (September 5th, 6th and 7th) took place at the ever so beautiful and one of my favorite places in Montreal…Old Port Montreal at the Quai de l’Horloge.
Quai de l’Horloge at the Old Port of Montreal
Organisers went all out in regards to having varied activities and events to suit everyone’s palate. Some of the all-day events included:
• “Matua Buvette”, a terrace that not only provided some ever so needed shade from the insane heat we were experiencing, but it was also a place where dj’s did their thing while guests enjoyed a beverage or two.
• Walking around, you could easily see and sample (a lot of sampling happened) at several agri-food companies. And I must add that they were very, very generous in their offerings!
• A Farmer’s Market and General Store that had a multitude of artisan producers showcasing their products and fare.
• And of course the main draw for many people – the 50 pop-up restaurants and food trucks to be gluttonous over.
In my case, the day started off by one of YUL’s events – The YUL Brunch. The YUL Brunch consisted of three well-known Quebec eateries who were trying their hand at street food by partnering up with a food truck…giving me a 6 course meal to start off my day!
YUL Brunch was about to start at the YUL EAT Festival in Old Port Montreal
Prepared by: Phoenix 1 & Manitoba
Verdict: The gravlax was well gravlax…nothing out of the ordinary. The dumpling however was incredibly savory and very comforting in taste.
Salmon gravlax with marinated fennel and beetroot on toasted naan bread
Tongue and pork belly dumpling, corn and garlic flower, algae broth and wild mushroom, Bas-du-Fleuve greens
Prepared by: Grumman’78 & Jason Morris
Verdict: The taco was very simple and true to a brunch staple. The fois gras pared with the Cinnabon was not my favorite as I found the foie gras to be too cold for my liking.
Scrambled eggs and crispy beef tongue in a taco
Foie Gras Cinnabon
Prepared by: La Sandwicherie Zoe’s & John Winter Russell
Verdict: Other than the salted Haloumi, I’m afraid nothing else stood out for me…on both dishes.
Haloumi cheese marinated in smoked pork fat, tomato and Angelique sauvage
Spinach, Portuguese chili, puffed rice with anchovy dressing, kombu and black garlic
Ok, so out of the 6 dishes I was only really impressed with one of them – the savory dumpling…but that was okay as I had the entire day ahead of me to eat, drink and be merry and that is exactly what I did!
Walking throughout the festival grounds, everywhere you looked there was something new to either eat or drink. And from my favorite caffeine fix, Nespresso (and this is coming from someone who normally doesn’t drink coffee, but Nespresso has converted me) they had their beautiful VIP lounge to sip and savour and of course to relax…that went ever so well with the beautiful summer day Montreal was having.
Nespresso Drinks
As I was saying, food choices were plentiful and if the sight of the different array of delectable culinary choices didn’t pique your interest, then the smell definitely did. How can anyone in their right frame of mind, not be seduced by the amazing smell of meat being cooked on an open flame?!
Rotisserie Piri Piri grilling their flavorful chicken
Entranced not only by the smell of the BBQ, but also by all the visuals that came along with all the food trucks and agri-food companies out on display – guests had plenty to choose from.
Looks like a good spot for a carnivore treat right?!
Kitchen Brïz tempted me with their freshly prepared ‘pogo’, but this wasn’t just your average “Joe” pogo. This was the ultimate pogo, if that even exists. Kitchen Brïz used their smoked BBQ pork and then fried their creation in a light and crispy tempura batter…the result speaks for itself! And if it wasn’t obvious – this pogo was off the charts in taste and texture.
The Food Tease and the Goliath Pogo!
One thing I did notice during the festival was how extremely clean the grounds were. I made special note of that especially since many festivals don’t make garbage disposing one of their priorities. Garbage in full sight can make for a very unpleasant setting, especially when you are trying to enjoy your meal.
The YUL EAT festival not only made sure that every couple of feet there were garbage and recycling bins present but also free water dispensers!!! I could not believe that! I am so used to being charged insane amounts of money for a bottle of water, that for me to see it be given away for free was so refreshing and shockingly impressive.
I forgot to mention that during the brunch, they were handing out free water bottles, as many as you wanted – great for the hot scorcher of a day we had. And on top of that, free water dispensers were so cleverly constructed that it gave guests the choice to either refill their bottles of water or simply to rinse them out so that they could enjoy a libation at another booth.
Speaking of libations, Maille mustard had one of the most clever booths at the festival and I’ll explain why. When we think of Maille we typically just think of mustard, but at the YUL EAT festival they tempted guests with macaroons, cocktails and other tasty treats to lure their guests to their beautifully laid out booth…And would you believe that all their products – sweet and otherwise were all made using the Maille mustard! Genius!
Maille mustard booth where cocktails and treats were made using Maille mustards
Not only did their booth make you feel like you were in France, enjoying a beautiful herb infused cocktail as you enjoyed sweet temptations but there was more. Maille also had a tasting bar so that guests could go sample their various flavors that they were selling. Fair enough right? But it went beyond that, they had their tasting bar be adorned with salty pretzels, baby dill pickles and onions – all to accompany the different flavored mustards. And the best part was they encouraged guests to go up and try as many as you wanted. Why would anyone ever leave this French inspired paradise?!
‘Que ça Maille’ cocktail: vodka with lemon juice and apples infused with Maille original mustard
Over the course of the three days, the YUL EAT Festival had guests chefs giving cooking demos, live one-on-one interactions with chefs, restaurants owners, farmers and producers.
I had the pleasure of experiencing it for the first time and after the full day of eating and drinking and taking it all in…I can’t wait to do it all over again next year!
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
No trip would be complete without a delicious food tour😋😍
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I had the pleasure of taking part in @tours_de_la_table
guided walking tour - exploring Montréal`s Chinatown. Engaging host, interesting cultural facts, and my favourite, tasty dishes made for a great afternoon.😋😍
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Having a very engaging and informative guide is key to any successful tour, and Mélissa Simard, founder of Round Table Tours/Tours De La Table nailed it. Melissa has a wealth of knowledge regarding both Canadian and Chinese history and its connection to Montreal.
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During the tour, I learned that the Chinese Holiday Inn, the only Chinese Holiday Inn in Canada other than China, all the rooms and decor in the hotel are done in respect to the Feng Shui practice. Additionally, I also learned, amongst many other interesting facts regarding Montreal and its beloved Chinatown, that 50% of businesses in Montréal`s Chinatown are Vietnamese owned.
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Now to the food😋😋
● The classic Vietnamese dish, Bánh mi (Vietnamese sandwich), was perfect to start off this yummy culinary tour!🥖😋
● @dobeandandy restaurant: BBQ pork, BBQ duck, chicken, and crispy pork. 😍YES!!!
● @chezchili_mtl: Traditional Hunan and Sichuan dishes are their specialty. I devoured their tofu with spicy blackbean sauce!! AND their spicy lotus was amazing! I was pleasantly surprised as to how much I enjoyed this dish! 😍 Plus, their stir-fried Cumin lamb...I could have eaten all of it!!!😋😍
● Kim Fung eatery: dim sum dishes of rice noodles, dumplings, cuttlefish, and Shumai (Chinese dumplings). 🥟🥟
● For drssert: Dragons beard candy dessert: Similar to cotton candy, but with some saltiness from peanuts and sweetness from coconut...super tasty!😍
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I highly recommend this style of food tour as it`s very interesting and ridiculously TASTY 👌 😋😍
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Oct 25
Labeled as `hunting lodge meets speakeasy`, the @foxymtl restaurant perfectly executes each dish with their wood-fire cooking🔥🔥😍
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All aspects of this dining experience were spot on - warm hospitality, tantalizing cocktails, and dishes that pop with flavour. 🥃🍸🔥
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Foxy`s head chef, Catherine Couvet Desrosiers and her talented brigade made exceptional wood-fire dishes, that left me wanting for more!!
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Sabrina master mixologist at Foxy, made several tantalizing libations for me, but one stood out like no other - the New Delhi.😍🍸🥃 The New Delhi Cocktail was by far the best cocktail I`ve had in a very, very long time! Exotically addictive! 😋
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Dishes that I was spoiled with: Homemade feta and pita: 1) burnt eggplant, blueberry, walnut and honey. 2) Radicchio: garlic confit, anchovy, olive and sourdough bread. 3) Cappelletti: corn, chanterelle and nasturtium. 4) Ontario walleye: porcini, lobster mushroom, sherry and chevril. Stunning dishes!!😋
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Take your tastebuds on a culinary adventure and experience Foxy!!
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Oct 19
This time of year is perfect for an illuminated adventure.✨️✨️
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I had the pleasure of taking in the immersive sensory experience of the Gardens of Light at the Montréal Botanical Gardens
@espacepourlavie
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Hundreds of silk lanterns in the Chinese Garden light up the night sky!
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Walking through the Garden of Lights, displays are dramatic and eye-catching with their vibrant colours. 🐲🐉🤩
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The Chinese Gardens share the legend of the Butterfly Lovers. It`s the story of two lovers, separated by fate, and yet, not even death could separate them. Death transforms them into two marvellous butterflies whose wings will beat together forever. Simply gorgeous to see!!🦋🦋💕
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There`s still time to enjoy this incredible display, as it`s available till October 31st.
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Oct 18
When my two weaknesses merge together, it`s a beautiful thing - Bubbles and tasty treats. 🍾🥂😍
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The @ritzcarltonmontreal and its glamorous hotel bar & restaurant, The Palm Court, where I enjoyed my Afternoon Tea experience, was luxuriously spectacular!! 🫖🍾🤩
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The Afternoon Tea experience is a tradition at the iconic Ritz-Carlton Montreal since 1912. When something is THIS good, you don`t dare change it! 😍
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Champagne bubbles with a selection of homemade sandwiches, scones, and pastries in front of a roaring fireplace... I could get used to this!🔥😋
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The famed Palm Court is in collaboration with Dom Pérignon....Another reason for me to LOVE it 😉🍾🥂
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Life is too short...Go and enjoy these luxurious moments!
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Oct 17
What weekends are all about - experiencing epic and luxurious activities thanks to
@montreal 😍😍
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Desiring a boutique downtown hotel that was both intimate and hip in its vibe, I had the pleasure of staying at @legermainhotels
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The warm hospitality and attention to detail from the staff were exemplary. A great start for my Montreal stay.😍😍
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A beautiful surprise in my room. Bubbles and flowers are my favourite!!
@legermainhotels knows how to spoil!🥂🍾💐😍
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A chic room to ensure my stay in Montréal is a great one. I couldn`t get enough of the swinging suspended chair... very interesting 😉
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Continental breakfast in bed...croissants and pain au chocolat were perfection!! 😋😋
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Let the Montreal fun begin😉
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Oct 15
Light tasty bites to start an evening on the right foot is exactly what @aloraottawa delivered, and then some. 😋😍
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The appetizers were perfect for an evening out. Don`t take my word, go and try them for yourself.
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Yummy and highly addictive CRISPY CRAB BITES: Atlantic Wild Crab, Crispy Rice, Avocado Mousse, Spicy Mayo, Red Chili, Ginger Soy Glaze🦀🦀
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SEARED TUNA: Chill Soy Tuna, Whipped Avocado, Cucumber Salad, Cripsy Taro, and Nori.
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SMASH BURGERS: Canadian Angus Beef, Maple Prosciutto Jam, Smoked Cheddar, Garlic Aioli, and Toasted Brioche. So tasty!!🍔🍔😋
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And tasty Parmesan fries!!🍟🍟
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Alora`s staff and ambiance were ideal for an evening of indulgence😉😋
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Oct 8
Perfect way to start the weekend, picking up my contest winnings - a dozen delicious and authentic Pastel de Nata from @casadenata 😴😍😋
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They are simply irresistible with the right amount of crunch to them, and their custard is next level!👌😍
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I had the pleasure of meeting the owners of Casa De Nata, husband and wife Amer and Huda, who welcomed me in their production kitchen.
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Casa De Nata prides themselves on making their Natas from scratch. They are inspired by the same ingredients and methods used in Portugal.
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These highly addictive portuguese desserts are being sold at the @portobakery
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A MUST TRY🤗😋
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Sep 23
When you have a craving for a tasty Peking duck dinner, @pekingduckottawa delivers on quality, hospitality, and flavour!! 🦆😋
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I loved the fact that you could see chefs slicing tasty Peking ducks in the beautiful dining room, as patrons waited with anticipation for their dishes.
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Aside from the tasty Peking duck experience, I thought it was a nice touch that the restaurant staff explained and demonstrated how to properly assemble the duck pancakes. Talk about excellent hospitality and perfect for those not familiar with the peking duck experience!!👏👏
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To accompany the Peking duck, we also feasted on some tasty marinated jellyfish, Mapo tofu, fried yellow croaker fish, and date filled desserts.
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It should be noted that patrons need to call in advance for their Peking duck order.
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I`m already looking forward to my next visit.😍😋
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Sep 19
Any excuse to have a beautiful evening out @lesfougeres
is a good one in my book.😍😍
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Inviting ambiance, stellar dishes, and top-notch hospitality... What more could you ask for?!!
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The duck tartar was exquisite with the use of Indian spices - a real treat! For the main course, and since I was craving some pasta, I chose their scarpinocc dish with my favourite...le @lecoprin_mushrooms with brown butter!! If that wasn`t enough, it was seafood time!🦐🦐 We are talking about scallops, shrimps, salt cod ravioli, and smoked PEI mussels.
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Regardless if you enjoy lunch or dinner at Les Fougeres, you won`t be disappointed. An all-time favourite of mine.😋😍
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I am looking forward to my next visit already!!🤩
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Sep 8
Last week, I had the pleasure of attending a culinary workshop at my alma mater, @lecordonbleuottawa
for an upcoming project.
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It had been 20yrs since I last stepped foot in their production kitchen, and I was immediately flooded by so many beautiful memories, and it felt like time stood still. 👩🏼🍳😍
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Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa Culinary Arts Institute offers a variety of culinary short courses ranging from demonstrations with tasting, practical workshops, and multiday courses. During this particular workshop, I had the pleasure of seeing students pursue their culinary passions, be it as a hobby and, for some, as a career aspiration.👨🍳👩🏼🍳
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Chef Arnaud DeClercq was the instructor chef during this workshop, where braised trout with Riesling wine sauce and spätzle noodles were being taught... absolutely DELICIOUS 😋 😍
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Do you have a passion for cooking? If so, then perhaps a culinary workshop at Le Cordon Bleu Ottawa would interest you... Food for thought😉
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Sep 1
Tapas, tapas, and more delicious tapas!!😍😋
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When in Kingston, Ontario food lovers should make it a MUST to have some delicious and over-the-top tapas at Tango Neuvo.
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Everything from the tuna poke nachos, scallops, ceviche, potatoes, poke belly to their insanely tasty lamb tacos - EVERYTHING WAS A HIT!!
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This is what summer indulgence is all about!! Check it out!!😋😍
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Aug 27
@discoverdominica was incredible, and I am happy to share with you some of my adventures in the latest issue of @ottawawedding.
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Experience limitless adventures unforgettable beauty, thanks to lush rainforests, breathtaking waterfalls, and volcanic peaks. 🏝 🏞
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In addition to other exciting activities, I had loads of fun snorkeling with @wanderlustcaribbean and with @mrweskayak from @soufriereoutdoorcentre 🤿🐠🪼🪸🐚
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And the pampering services in Dominica are beyond NEXT level!! 💆🏼♀️😍
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Special thanks to @junglebaydominica
@wanderlustcaribbean and
@coulibri_ridge for their exceptional hospitality!!🥇🥇
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Dominica, the Nature Island that leaves you wanting more, couldn`t be more true.
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Aug 18
Who doesn`t love fireworks?! 🎆 🎇
With a view like this, im completely on board😍😍
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Year after year, @grandsfeuxducasino puts on an incredible show, where various countries compete in the juried pyromusical show.
On this particular evening, I happen to be at the right place to watch Italy perform their magic!✨️🎆
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What more could you ask for when you have breathtaking fireworks displayed in the backdrop of the stunning @natgallerycan as it illuminates the night sky? And let`s not forget to mention Ottawa`s famous spider sculpture, which adds that extra something to any photo. 🕷🕸
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Here`s to enjoying more summer evenings!
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Aug 11
A beautiful evening out at @nac.cna flagship restaurant
1 Elgin.
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Sublime dishes, exemplary hospitality, and picture-perfect views. I`m already looking forward to my next visit!!😋😍
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I can`t rave enough about their exemplary hospitality. The service was off-the-chart amazing. And the food...well, I was practically licking the sauce off the plate from my poached halibut. I wanted to try something different, and this spectacular dish still has me craving for more!!🐟😋😍
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In addition to my halibut dish, their tuna crudo, house caesar salad, and their tender beef dish were all spot on.
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1 Elgin is the ideal venue for taking in some of Ottawa`s beautiful vistas.
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Go and experience this sensory overload venue!
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Aug 7
After some fun on the water, the
@ontherockscalabogie
restaurant delivered with its unique setting and tasty dishes.🚤🌞😋
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Their Watermelon cosmo was a DEFINITE hit with yours truly 😋 🍸🍉
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Everything from their fried calamari and carpaccio to their Wagyu burger and pickerel dish - they hit all the right notes.
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Guests can enjoy eating outside and take in the serene view of Calabogie lake (unfortunately, the mosquitoes were liking me a bit too much 😉).
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Looking forward to experiencing their Polar Bar in the winter months🐻❄️❄️
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Jul 26
When you`re in need of a sensory overload blind tasting experience @blacktartankitchen delivers with stellar results!!
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I had the pleasure of experiencing their Summer Fare Games 4-course tasting menu. Everything from the highly addictive cocktails to the `want more, need more` tasting experience were next level!!
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The 4-course blind tasting menu had me swooning from the start with their refreshing gazpacho, which was simply fitting on this very hot summer evening. Next was their exemplary scallop dish, which gave a muliti-sensory experience, with the contrast of textures and flavours😍
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Now my favourite course, Beef time!! 🐂🐂 Their sous-vide striploin with Dijon potato croquettes were ridiculously tasty!! The pièce de résistance...a chocolate and raspberry mousse on a lemon honey crumble with a side of raspberry semifreddo. This was the perfect way to end this extraordinary meal!!👌👌😍
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I am already looking forward to my next visit, with their 7-course blind tasting.😍😋
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Go and experience this outstanding eatery, your taste buds will thank you!!
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Jul 9
After several years (and many obstacles), I am happy to share that my East Asia adventure to Hong Kong and Taiwan was recently published in the @fwtmagazine
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Special thanks to Discover Hong Kong Tour Taiwan - TTB America and Hong Kong Airlines 香港航空 for this incredible experience, filled with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities and lasting memories.😊
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I relished every moment: ✅️ Hong Kong`s endless and impressive skyscrapers
✅️ The majestical Tian Tian bronze Buddha in the mountains (walking up the endless stairs to see the Buddha upclose was worth it)
✅️ The famous Shilin Night Market, the largest and most famous night market in Taiwan 😋😋
✅️ Learning survival skills from their renowned Cidal Hunter School in the mountains
✅️ And so much more!!
= This adventure can only be described as EPIC‼️
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I`m looking forward to the next chapter!!🌏✈️
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