All right my foodies, many of us have two common loves in this world…travelling and enjoying good food. So to that I say, why not have both?! There are many international food events that take place each and every year. Yes, budget constraints can hinder us from taking part in these events – a big […]
And delicious it was at the 2013 Smoked to the Bone Competition at the Gloucester Fair I forgot what it was like to be at a fair, the music coming from all the rides was utterly deafening, don’t get me wrong I like that sort of thing – especially when you can feel the pulsating […]
Now I ask you, who doesn’t enjoy a really good burger seriously? Yes, I know some of you are thinking, well some vegetarians may be opposed to such a thing. But these days there is a burger to suit every need, even those that love the greens. I may not understand their take of going […]
TASTE IN THE GLEBE Jan. 17, 5: 30 to 8 p.m., Glebe Community Centre Tickets: $50 (premiere tutored tasting $80) Expect more than 40 restaurants, caterers, wineries and beer merchants serving wares at this popular neighbourhood event, now in its 15th year. It raises money for capital projects for the community and the Glebe Community […]
Ottawa Chicken & Rib Festival Sparks street is home to a few well-known festivals, one of the most notorious being Ottawa’s Chicken & Rib Festival. Regardless of rain or shine, the ribbers will be ready for anything the elements have to throw at them. Sparks street will be converted into a culinary battlefield with blazing grills […]
If we’re not suppose to have midnight snacks, then why does the fridge have a light in it? Yes, some of you may take a glance or two or three at the fridge pic and wonder if the lady is the midnight snack? And I’m sure for some it is, but I digress… We have […]
Trailer Pork Boys On the menu: Trailer Pork Boys cook up their brand of classic pulled pork sandwiches, ribs, pork schnitzel and Cuban sandwiches as well as pulled pork poutine Where: 1272 Carling Avenue (at Merivale Road) in BEST WESTERN PLUS Macies Hotel’s parking lot. When: Monday to Friday 11:30 – 7:00 pm […]
Gongfu Bao On the menu: three types of bao (Asian steamed filled buns) Where: East side of Elgin, south of Slater (at the northwest entrance to Confederation Park) When: not yet determined
So what is a foodie to do after celebrating Mother’s day with the family…go and seek out what Ottawa has to offer in terms of yummy treats during the beautiful Tulip festival. Now I must confess, I was completely full from the brunch that I had just consumed. But knowing how I am – all it takes is one good […]
GOLD MEDAL PLATES November, National Arts Centre Tickets (2012 price) $350 The ninth annual regional culinary competition in which selected chefs battle, showcasing culinary excellence to qualify for the national grand championship contest later in Kelowna, B.C. A fundraiser for Canadian Olympic and Paralympic athletes, this is a glittering must-attend gastronomic treat. www.goldmedalplates.com
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