Asia, Malaysia

Malaysia II Day 1: Ottawa – Toronto – Hong Kong – Kota Kinabalu

After 26 hours of non-stop travelling, 3 “breakfasts”, hours of interrupted sleep intermingled with random TV shows, we finally arrive in the lovely city of Kota Kinabalu (KK). But please allow me take a detour to discuss my trip here. Firstly, when we landed in Hong Kong, we were nicely greeted with Asian food galore.… Continue reading Malaysia II Day 1: Ottawa – Toronto – Hong Kong – Kota Kinabalu

Canada, Vancouver

Yummy (pork) belly in my belly!

I wanted to milk every minute of my time in Vancouver so I went on another food adventure with my Favourite Fellow Foodies (AKA FFF’s) before I had to leave. This time, we decided to be a little fancier and had lunch at Homer St. Cafe in Yaletown.  Situated in a historic building, it really had… Continue reading Yummy (pork) belly in my belly!

Food festivals

Food overload!

It’s been a while since I blogged. My apologies. I haven’t been too adventurous with my taste buds lately - until Saturday that is. What happened on Saturday, you might ask? It was the Ottawa Food Truck Rally, of course! I have always wanted to go to food truck festivals but have always managed to… Continue reading Food overload!

Bar Food

Prohibition

So we went Union Local 613 last night with a few friends. What better day to go than a rainy Friday night - no patios today. We have been there a few times before and I always found the the vibe was really cool and unique with their communal seating. We showed up looking for a table… Continue reading Prohibition

Chinese, Home cooking

A taste of home

So, I went to the T&T Supermarket (I believe the only Chinese chain supermarket in Ottawa) the other day and had a very hearty BBQ duck/chicken meal enough to feed a family. Big mistake. Wouldn’t do it again. Half way through I wasn’t actually even enjoying it anymore. Portion control is very important. If you… Continue reading A taste of home