On probably the windiest day in Ottawa this summer, my friend and I decided to hit up the Riviera patio. This is one of my…
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Review: North & Navy’s Charming New Patio + Picnic To-Go
Last night was my first patio visit of the season — and my first time out with a friend since Ottawa’s Covid-19 lockdown began! So,…
Recipe: Celebrate Spring with a Savoury Galette
Spring has finally sprung in Ottawa. The weather is warm, flowers are blossoming, and — most importantly — spring veggies are ready for the kitchen!…
Easy Urban Backyard Foraging – 6 Plants Probably There Right Now
Foraging is making a comeback, especially now that people 1) are trying to avoid big box stores; and b) have more time on their hands….
Recipe: Hand-shaped Sardinian Lorighittas with Homemade Tomato Sauce
In the age of a global pandemic, it’s sad and eerie to see the closure of millions of restaurants and other establishments around the world….
REVIEW: Blue Lagoon Retreat Spa, Iceland
Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most well-known attractions. Its ethereal blue water, comfortably balmy at 38°C, lays nestled in the stark unearthly landscape of…
Review: Norvan SL Women’s Trail Running Shoes
I’m relatively new to running, having only “seriously” started in 2018. Sure, I ran around the block a few times in the past, but it…
To Market, to Market: a Comprehensive Walkthrough of Torvehallerne
Visiting the farmer’s market is part of my weekly routine. I love getting to know the people behind my food, as well as discovering unique…
Winter Celebration 2020 with the Governor General of Canada
Rideau Hall‘s annual Winter Celebration has become one of my favourite winter celebrations. It’s a fantastic (and delicious!) way to celebrate the magic of winter around the…
4 Time Finalist for 2020 Ottawa Awards by Faces Magazine!
WOW! What an incredible surprise: I received an email from one of the directors of the Ottawa Awards by Faces Magazine, ensuring I knew that…