Carben Matches Elegant Food with a Relaxed Atmosphere

 The plates were utterly gorgeous. Not simply the food but the plates themselves. Round with a high edge, almost like a very shallow bowl, each was unique, with colours ranging from brown-speckled white to deep green with shimmering black spots. As each arrived at the table, my dining companions and

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

Fashion Goes Green

 Photo credit: MIV Photography Bayshore Shopping Centre and H&M collaborate for eco-fashion initiatives through “Conscious Exclusive” line We wake up every morning, head to our closet and skim through racks of clothing. Some pieces are our favourites, some are fashion staples and some have never made the cut. Inevitably, the story

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

Airborne: Vintage Wings of Canada

 Images courtesy of: Peter Handley, Vintage Wings of Canada At Vintage Wings you will find the Michael Potter Collection—the world’s finest and most significant aircraft of the Second World War. The collection is comprised of 16 aircraft, each telling a unique part of our rich aviation heritage. All of the aircraft

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      

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

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

Healthy Bibimbap Rice Bowl

 Bibimbap is a traditional Korean dish that means mixed rice. Its rise in popularity might be its simplicity and flavourful kick in every mouthful. What could be easier, or more fun, than tossing vegetables, protein and rice in a bowl, crowning with an egg and then stirring together all the

Grill Maintenance

 Ribs, burgers, sausages, veggies—it seems this summer your grill is working on overdrive. We don’t blame you! A delicious meal, hot off the grill is the perfect way to celebrate summer. But while we are treating ourselves, we can’t forget to take good care of our barbeque too! As we

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

Dinner at Your Door Courtesy of Chefx

 What do you get when you pair up top-notch Ottawa chefs, seasonally-inspired recipes and local ingredients? You get a delicious meal. Now imagine you could create this masterpiece in the convenience of your own kitchen, without having to stop at the grocery store on the way home from work. It