Canada, Vancouver

Malaysia Trip 2022/2023 Day 1 (Ottawa – Vancouver): Domestic Air Canada Signature/Business Class Review

Our journey began at YOW (Ottawa International Airport). Our flight was at 5:15pm (delayed to 5:50pm) and we arrive at the airport around 3:30pm. We’ve done the same flight before but in Economy Class 1 month ago so this felt familiar and less daunting but this will only be flight 1 out of 3 to… Continue reading Malaysia Trip 2022/2023 Day 1 (Ottawa – Vancouver): Domestic Air Canada Signature/Business Class Review

Special occasion

NeXT Global Tables Dining Series @ Home: THAILAND – Valentine’s Day Edition

This year for Valentine’s Day, we decided to visit NeXT again but instead of dining in, given the current pandemic restrictions, they were offering a special dine-at-home experience. I have been very impressed with NeXT’s ability to adapt during this pandemic and have been watching the way they’ve been rolling out their Global Table series… Continue reading NeXT Global Tables Dining Series @ Home: THAILAND – Valentine’s Day Edition

Brunch, Canada, Special occasion

Fraser Cafe: A Family-Style Dinner Like No Other

This week, we ordered the Family Style Dinner Take Away from Fraser Cafe. We used to frequent Fraser Cafe for brunch and really enjoy their delicious breakfast sandwiches as well as interesting take on dishes like the Japanese okonomiyaki. We’ve also visited their adjacent dining room Table 40 for corporate events and really enjoyed our… Continue reading Fraser Cafe: A Family-Style Dinner Like No Other

Canada, Special occasion

NeXT: A Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all restaurants in Ottawa are closed for dining-in. I will try to highlight local restaurants which are still open and offering take-out and delivery options in the meantime. NeXT has recently relaunched with a very enticing take-out menu. You can also get delivery via UberEats. For information on other restaurants which… Continue reading NeXT: A Romantic Valentine’s Day Dinner

Brunch

NeXT: Enjoyable Sunday Brunch in Ottawa with an Asian Flare

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all restaurants in Ottawa are closed for dining-in. I will try to highlight local restaurants which are still open and offering take-out and delivery options in the meantime. NeXT has recently relaunched with a very enticing take-out menu. You can also get delivery via UberEats. For information on other restaurants… Continue reading NeXT: Enjoyable Sunday Brunch in Ottawa with an Asian Flare

Canada, Italian

Fratelli: My Favourite Italian Restaurant in Ottawa

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all restaurants are closed for dining-in. I will try to highlight local restaurants which are still open and offering take-out and delivery options in the meantime. Fratelli has a take-out menu in which they are doing contactless takeout through their front window. You just have to call them ahead of… Continue reading Fratelli: My Favourite Italian Restaurant in Ottawa

Canada, Italian

DreamLand Cafe: A Cute Little Restaurant in Little Italy

Note: This post was written prior to the current COVID-19 pandemic. We were able to visit this restaurant in person at that time. They are still in operations currently via take-out and UberEats, so we decided to publish this post as planned at this time to help #supportlocal. You may have noticed a cute cafe… Continue reading DreamLand Cafe: A Cute Little Restaurant in Little Italy

Tips, Wellness

Meal Planning While Respecting Social Distancing

Social distancing means eating out at a restaurant is no longer an option. Here are a few options for meal planning without having to leave your home. Meal Kit Deliveries I’ve written about these services extensively in my past posts. There are many options even for those with food restrictions (including low carb and vegetarian).… Continue reading Meal Planning While Respecting Social Distancing