4 tips for saving energy in Ottawa this summer

 When people think of energy consumption, they tend to think of the winter. After all, that’s when you heat your home, roast dinner in the oven and snuggle up in front of the TV in the evenings. But summer can be every bit as hard on those monthly bills than

BEST OF OTTAWA 2019: Casual Dining

 After over 20-years writing about life in Ottawa, we think we have a pretty good idea of the best of what this city has to offer. In this weekly series, we’ll share our picks with you -  our top hotels, live music venues, local brews, bands and more. Check, share and discuss

Fire Up The Grill With Flavour

 Summer is upon us and that means more mealtimes are spent outdoors. The BBQ is the best way to cook your summer dinners, especially for those hosts who want to avoid the over-crowded kitchen and after-dinner cleanup. Celebrate the warm weather by firing up the grill and with these four flavourful

5 tips for your next barbecue

 Get out on your deck and enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family and your grill favourites. John Thomson, Canada's national barbecue champion, shares his tips and tricks to make sure your next feast is easy, fun and delicious. Pick the best cuts of meat. To prepare the best dishes,

The Best Brine and Gravy For Your Next Turkey

 Just in time for Thanksgiving, Weber serves up another great recipe. Didn’t think a turkey could be cooked on the grill? Think again! Why not try something new this Thanksgiving and treat your loved ones to a brined and barbecued turkey? Once you taste a turkey that’s been grilled, you’ll never

Portable grills for BIG outdoor fun!

 If you are looking for the perfect on-the-go grill for camping, tailgating or taking to the beach or on a picnic, then look no further! The 2015 Weber Canadian GrillWatch Survey reveals that Canadians are heavy outdoor grillers with over 40% grilling away from home. With that in mind, Weber-Stephen,

Oven Baked Chicken and Pepper Pasta

 Pasta salads are perfect for summer parties on the patio! Bring Nanny Hudson's chicken and pepper pasta to your next BBQ. Prep Time: 15 minutes Makes: 4 to 6 servings Cook Time: 15 minutes Ingredients Oven Baked Chicken: Pasta: 1 lb (500 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed 1 cup (250 mL) Nanny

Hamburger Hacks

 In our opinion, nothing, truly nothing, is better than a perfectly grilled hamburger on a summer evening. But this summer staple isn’t always the easiest to prepare. Shaping the patties by hand can be tricky business, and it’s important to make the patties consistent in size for consistent grilling time.

Weber Grill Giveaway!

 Sick and tired of your broken-down, rusty grill? Do you dream of a sleek new unit loaded with modern features to call your own? Today is your lucky day, because OLM and Weber are joining forces to help you upgrade your grill! That old grill of yours could help you

Grill the Perfect Steak

 Steaks are great for any season but you don’t have to go out to a restaurant to enjoy a mouth-watering cut. Weber has tips for grilling the perfect steak no matter how you like it cooked and for any kind of cut. To start, there are certain things you should

Walk Towards a Cure

 When you were a kid who was your favourite super hero? Batman? Superman? Wonder Woman? No matter who it was, you always admired them for their determination and courage. These qualities are equally demonstrated by the estimated 75, 000 Canadians living with multiple sclerosis (MS), an unpredictable illness that affects

BBQ Buying Tips from Weber

 When the sun is shining on a hot summer day, what could be better than a BBQ with friends and family? To please a crowd of BBQ-lovers, you need a grill that works for you, not against you. Grills are not complex machines, but understanding the basics of grill construction

Weber Wrap-Up

 Chances are, if you’ve been following our summer barbeque series and burger of the week, you could go for a grill upgrade! Check out some of our top picks from Weber for the ultimate grilling experience: Genesis E-310 With 3 Stainless steel burners,38,000 BTU-per-hour input, and Porcelain-enameled Flavorizer® bars, this

Burger of the Week: Spicy Jalapeño and Bacon Cheeseburger

 Happy Burger Day! That's right, today is a day to celebrate the existence of a juicy, delicious patty, topped any way you please. What are your favourite burger toppings? Here at OLM, we prefer a burger with a kick. So to celebrate Burger Day, we are adding toppings that will

Burger of the Week: Cabo Beach Cheeseburger

 Who couldn't use a vacation? You don't have to be in Cabo to experience a little taste! With the weather finally starting to share a bit of sunshine, why not bring Cabo to you with this easy, cheesy and delicious recipe! INGREDIENTS: 1 pound lean ground beef 4 slices bacon

Cover Your Grill

 With all the rain we were are going to have this week, it is still no excuse to ignore your barbecue! Weber offers covers for any and every type of barbecue to ensure that the rainy day blues don’t get to you and no rusty reds get to your grill.

Burger of the Week: Feta-Stuffed Burgers with Romesco Sauce

 A Spanish twist on a BBQ staple. Burgers don't only have to be beef! Switch it up with these delicious lamb burgers topped with a beautiful Romesco sauce. Ay caramba, are these ever good! Ingredients: SAUCE 1 head garlic Extra-virgin olive oil 1 large red bell pepper 1 large plum

Expect the Unexpected

 While summer barbecues elicit thoughts of juicy burgers, mouth-watering steaks and fall-of-the-bone chicken, your grill is capable of more than just, well, grilling. Those grates don’t only need to be used for slabs of meat (although that generally is a very good use for them). Getting their creative juices flowing,

Burger of the Week: Spicy Ginger-Scallion Burgers with Sesame Spinach

 Not your typical burger, this one takes it to the next level with something a little more gourmet. Instead of saying how good the ginger-scallion burger was at whatever restaurant, you can brag about your own! SERVES: 4 PREP TIME: 25 minutes GRILLING TIME: 6-8 minutes INGREDIENTS PATTIES 12 ounces ground

Sides: The Supporting Role

 While the protein is generally the star of your BBQ dish, sides are just as important to complete a well-rounded and delicious meal. Can you imagine going to a restaurant and ordering a burger … just a burger? No way! You want fries, salad, slaw, veggies—the options are endless! Side

Burger of the Week: Chile-Beef Burgers

 Now here's a unique twist for a burger-- why not take a classic Korean side-dish and make it the perfect patty topping? Asian fusion never tasted so good! In this east meets west merging, there's a little bit of spice and a whole lot of flavour! CHILE-BEEF BURGERS with Quick

Burger of the Week: Weber’s Extreme Burger

 Spice up this week with something extreme. No more boring, mundane, mustard-and-ketchup-only kind of burgers. We're talking bacon, garlic mayo, guac and all your favourite toppings. Push your taste buds to the limit! WEBER'S EXTREME BURGER SERVES: 4 PREP TIME: 25 minutes GRILLING TIME: 6-8 minutes INGREDIENTS MAYO: ?  cup

Cedar-Planked Salmon Stuffed with Brown Rice

 Recipe courtesy of USA Rice Federation. Planking is easy, good for the body and deliciously rewarding in this salmon with brown rice recipe. Whether cooked on the BBQ or in the oven, the cedar infuses the salmon with a light smoky flavour and keeps it moist and tender. Consider cooking

Burger of the Week: Route 66

 Sometimes the most simple ideas make for the best results. This week we are toning down our burger and bringing you simple ingredients to create a fresh take on classic flavours. Turn on the grill and get ready for a weekend full of food and fun. Let OLM know your

Slate Grilled Chicken with Lemon Olive Rice

 Recipe courtesy of USA Rice Federation. Slate cooking, a rustic method popularized in France, makes outdoor grilling more versatile and entertaining. Using a sizzling hot slate tile is a great way to grill chicken alongside a delicious side of brown rice, which is not often prepared on the BBQ. Using