Kathleen Barr

Ottawa is filled with unique restaurants with delicious and incredible menus. In the last couple of years, so many great local restaurants have opened up in the capital. If you are looking for somewhere new to dine, then this list is for you. Here are five new Ottawa Restaurants you need to visit in [...]

ABOVE: There is something warming about delicious Greek food and thoughts of the sparkling Aegean Sea, no matter how cold it is outside. (Photo: iStock) Classic Greek cuisine is exactly what you need during the cold winter months. We are so lucky to live in a city with diverse and authentic cuisine [...]

The Metcalfe Hotel is one of Ottawa's most unique places to stay. The Metcalfe is where luxury meets urban, and it offers a breath of fresh air in Ottawa’s downtown core. Everything in the Metcalfe, from the art, furniture, and even the floor tiles, is carefully curated. In the centre [...]

With the growing popularity of social media platforms such as Instagram and Tik Tok, more and more creative people are starting their own blogs and accounts. Here in Canada, there are so many talented creators, and Ottawa is no exception. Here is a list of six Ottawa locals who are killing the social [...]

Abbis Mahmoud is a well-known Ottawa businessman with successful publishing, food, and entertainment ventures. He owns Joy on Sussex and is the entrepreneur behind Dreammind Group, which operates several other restaurants and bars around the city, including The Waverly, Happy Fish, The Show, and the [...]

Eating healthily is always a smart decision and does not have to be challenging. Luckily, Ottawa is filled with restaurants that offer healthy dishes. From bowls to salads, falafel, and more, the city is full of fresh, pure, and wholesome food options. To make your search for delicious healthy food easier, [...]

Photo: Joe L When life gets busy, it is always nice to treat yourself. What better way to do that than to indulge in delicious food and bevs? There is no shortage of places in Ottawa to grab a cocktail and unwind after a hectic week. You can find unique bars and lounges all over the city serving delicious [...]

. . . and it’s not like anywhere you’ve eaten before. This unique poutinery and grocer can be found in the historic ByWard Market building. Owner John Hennessey and his team strive to offer a French-Canadian food experience like no other. Serving delicious and authentic Canadian food, [...]

In the chilly winter months, some tasty tacos are exactly what you need. Something flavourful with a bit of spice to keep your toes warm. In Ottawa, there is a wide variety of authentic Mexican cuisine to choose from. Tacos are great for any occasion, whether it be a celebration or if you are just hungry [...]

There is always so much to see and do in Ottawa, and this is especially the case in the winter. Our nation’s capital has a wide variety of events and activities to choose from to help you stay cheerful during the chilly winter months. From festivals to sports, comedy, and even roller skating, there [...]