The Best Restaurants in Ottawa

 A dish by Tomo. Photo by Lakyn Marie Felix Photography.  We all know that Ottawans are attracted to great food, and luckily for us, it seems like great food is drawn to us as well. This city is loaded with fantastic places to grab a snack on the go or

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

 Looking for a fun summer appetizer? Try Nanny Hudson's sweet and sour meatball recipe! Prep Time: 20 minutes Makes: 6 to 8 servings Cook Time: 50 minutes Ingredients Meatballs: 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef 1/4 cup (60 mL) gluten-free breadcrumbs 1/4 cup (60 mL) grated onion 1 egg, beaten 1 clove

Explore the Big Smoke Family Getaway

 If thoughts are moving from snow to long days and you are looking for holiday ideas, especially ones not involving a long road trip, load the kids in the car and head to Toronto. It’s one thing to go there for business but to experience the city as a tourist is

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

Take a bite at Café Urban

 One year after the opening of Café Urban at Saint Paul University, the kitchen is busier than ever. Handmade sandwiches, granola and soups are flying onto the trays of hungry students and faculty. Café Urban aims to supply the university and public with locally sourced food for breakfast, lunch and

Udi’s Kid Friendly Turkey Quinoa Meatball Hoagie

 Recipe courtesy of Udi's Gluten Free. This kid-approved meal is a hit with people of all ages. Kids love the meatballs with tomato sauce and cheese – healthy items, like quinoa and mushrooms, get parents’ nutritional stamp of approval. Serves 6 Ingredients: 6 Udi’s Classic Hot Dog Buns      

Kale, Brown Rice and Butternut Salad

 Recipe courtesy of USA Rice Federation. Kale and brown rice are a match made in nutritional heaven. Toss in crunchy slivers of butternut squash and drizzle with this refreshing dressing for a delicious, impressive salad that is ideal for the summer or fall, lunch or dinner, any day of the

Strawberry and Goat Cheese Grilled Sandwich with a Balsamic Glaze

 Recipe courtesy of Udi’s Gluten Free. Makes 1 serving Enjoy a summertime twist on a gluten free grilled cheese sandwich by adding fresh local strawberries, local goat cheese and zesty balsamic vinegar. Food Styling Suggestions Grilled Cheese cut on a diagonal with the contrast of greens against the strawberries Served on

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

Udi’s Lemon Gremolata Chicken Pizza…With a Twist!

 Recipe courtesy of Udi's Gluten Free. Perfect for fueling your body for race day and for rebuilding muscles following your run, this pizza combines the classic Italian tastes of fresh parsley, garlic, Parmesan cheese with fresh lemon and chicken for a flavour explosion in every bite. Serves 6 Ingredients: 1/3 cup

A Taste of the North: The Boreal Feast

 Photos courtesy of Cathie Archbould. Take a culinary journey through the North with The Boreal Gourmet’s Michele Genest and her new recipe book The Boreal Feast. Explore the northern boreal forest with Genest as she cultivates ingredients and stories to share with you in a stunning collection of wild, seasonal

Udi’s Ahi Tuna, Avocado and Mango Salsa Sandwich

 Recipe courtesy of Udi's Gluten Free. This recipe uses tender ahi tuna, creamy avocado and fresh mangos to create a sweet and salty sandwich fit to impress any guest. Serves 2-4 Ingredients: 2 Udi’s French baguettes                            

A Surreal Career: The Ottawa Art Gallery Opens Permanent Exhibit for the late Gerald Trottier

 Gerald Trottier The Pilgrimage of Old Age, 1982 Today, between 5:30 – 7:30pm., the Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) is hosting a reception and donation lunch for the late Gerald Trottier, internationally recognized artist and Ottawa area resident. This collection contains nearly 100 pieces that were generously donated by Trottier’s wife

LUNCH: A Fresh Food Experience in the Capital

 When you are in a rush to grab a bite between meetings, it’s nice to be able to buy something on the go. The problem: not many places in Ottawa that serve food quickly also serve it healthy. Luckily, the new LUNCH truck on Albert at Kent can offer Ottawans

The Campania Contradiction

 Naples and the Amalfi coast —History and a passion for excellence collide under gaze of Mount Vesuvius As our plane made its final approach over the Sea of Sirens the view of the Neapolitan islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida with their imposing rock faces dotted with cliff-clinging edifices and lush