Chinese

Asian Dessert

Update: This restaurant has permanently closed. The other night, we had a girls’ night to catch up over dinner. Even before we started dinner, we were planning for dessert. As you may or may not know by now, I don’t have much of a sweet tooth so it really says something about this dessert place.… Continue reading Asian Dessert

Brunch

Smoked Salmon Galore

We decided to try another new Sunday brunch place this weekend and arrived at Pelican Fishery and Grill as recommended by one of our friends. We went in the early afternoon and it was not difficult to get a table - definitely a plus. We were greeted with some nice and moist banana bread as… Continue reading Smoked Salmon Galore

Japanese

Vancouver, I miss you

Vancouver is home and will always be home. One of things I miss most about Vancouver (aside from my family and friends, of course) is the sushi. I definitely took this for granted while I was there; hence, every time I return I will always have at least one meal of sushi (if not ten).… Continue reading Vancouver, I miss you

Chinese, Food festivals

The Essense of Stinky Tofu

Yesterday, we went to Ottawa’s Asian Fest. This is the first time they held it at the new Landsdowne Park and it looks like it is a huge success; The turn out was quite impressive. Caution: as soon as you enter Landsdowne park, though, you will appreciate a very strong, fermented, and many say, unpleasant… Continue reading The Essense of Stinky Tofu

Bar Food

Bikini Lines

Trying to take advantage of the nice summer weather, we wanted to dine at another restaurant with a patio. This time - Jack Astor’s Landsdowne. We have previously been to this location for some drinks and was impressed by their beer selection. We return with some friends to try out their dinner menu. Having tried… Continue reading Bikini Lines