Tag: food

Special occasion

Atelier: get ready to have your mind and taste buds blown.

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Life is full of wonderful surprises. In the midst of my birthday week, my friend happened to need to give away a reservation at Atelier last minute. This restaurant has been on my list of restaurants to check out in Ottawa for a while now and I was more than happy to take over the reservation. This one-of-a-kind restaurant in Ottawa is #60 on Canada's 100 Best in 2017 (with a impressive standing of #19 in 2015). It offers as 12-course tasting menu which changes regularly. If you want to explore the world of molecular gastronomy, where science meets food, this is the place to be.

Middle Eastern, Special occasion

Fairouz: Upscale Middle Eastern Delight

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I know. It’s been a while. I was inspired to write on this food blog again after trying a few new restaurants in Ottawa the past couple weeks. It all started with Aaron taking me to Fairouz for my birthday. It is #46 on Canada's 100 best 2017, the most highly ranked of all Ottawa… Continue reading Fairouz: Upscale Middle Eastern Delight

Canada, Montreal

26 hours in Montreal, Quebec, Canada – Day 2

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Photo of the day: Poutine @ La Banquise. Photo credit: Aaron. St.-Viateur Bagels After a late night last night, we decided to slowly get out of bed just in time to check out of the hotel. We drove over to St.-Viateur Bagels for some classic Montreal-style bagels. We picked up two sandwiches - the smoked… Continue reading 26 hours in Montreal, Quebec, Canada – Day 2

Los Angeles, USA

Trip Reflection: Los Angeles

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Culture I’ve always been reluctant to travel to the States since I feel that is it too similar culturally to Canada. It doesn’t feel like I’m experiencing something new. This trip made me appreciate these similarities. The currency was easy to understand (although it would have been even easier if our dollar was stronger and… Continue reading Trip Reflection: Los Angeles

Los Angeles, USA

Los Angeles Day 7: Beverly Hills, Barnsdall Art Park, Silver Lake

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Bye bye convertible! All good things come to an end as we embark on our last day in LA. First, we had to return the convertible. Aaron was very sad to let it go, and even contemplated purchasing one, but it doesn’t make sense to have one in Ottawa, where more than half the year… Continue reading Los Angeles Day 7: Beverly Hills, Barnsdall Art Park, Silver Lake

Los Angeles, USA

Los Angeles Day 6: Getty Centre, Mount Wilson, Silver Lake

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Photo of the day: The gorgeous architecture of Getty Centre. Photo credit: Aaron.Getty CentreAaron had planned to do a road trip up to the mountains today and our first stop was at the Getty Centre, which we did not get to see yesterday. Like the Getty Villa, entrance is free but parking is $15 ($10… Continue reading Los Angeles Day 6: Getty Centre, Mount Wilson, Silver Lake

Los Angeles, USA

Los Angeles Day 4: Los Feliz, Mount Hollywood, Griffith Observatory

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Photo of the day: Lone bench on our hike in Griffith Park. Photo credit: Aaron.Los FelizWe caught up on some work this morning, then decided to hang around Los Feliz today. First, we had lunch at Alcove Cafe and Bakery. It had a large patio, so it was a great place to soak in some… Continue reading Los Angeles Day 4: Los Feliz, Mount Hollywood, Griffith Observatory

Los Angeles, USA

Los Angeles Day 3: Original Farmer’s Market, The Grove, Walk of Fame, OUE Skyspace

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Original Farmer's Market It was another lazy morning, as we casually stroll out at noon to the Original Farmer’s Market for some lunch. Luckily, there was parking on-site with the first 90 minutes free with validation. The market was very lively given it is a weekday. Before arriving, I was expecting the market to be… Continue reading Los Angeles Day 3: Original Farmer’s Market, The Grove, Walk of Fame, OUE Skyspace

Los Angeles, USA

Los Angeles Day 2:  Runyon Canyon Park, Thai Town and Venice

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Raw Cane Super Juice We started our day like a true Californian by getting some juice for breakfast at a nearby shop called Raw Cane Super Juice. It was a cozy little shop with minimal to none seating. We ordered one with just sugar cane juice, coconut and avocado, as well as a more “green”… Continue reading Los Angeles Day 2:  Runyon Canyon Park, Thai Town and Venice