Snuggle up and watch a movie this frosty Valentine’s Day

 I love Valentine’s Day because love and romance are beautiful things, but I also don’t think you should wait or be told when to be nice to that special person in your life. Here are some movie suggestions for the ‘big day’. Nothing says romance like coming off a Super

A look at the endlessly interesting and desirable magic of love

 By Elie Mikhael Nasrallah Most people are illiterate in the languages of love. I know, I am one of them! We all know that love is the most illusive subject of all time. How to define it, how to gain it, and how to lose it, are all matters of

Jojo Coco is your destination for curated artisanal chocolate

 Joanne Mutter is an admitted chocoholic. The owner of Jojo Coco Chocolate on Terry Fox Drive in Kanata fondly remembers as a child getting sweets sent to her from family in the U.K. After a career in retail, she decided to make her love of chocolate her retirement. Mutter attended

The power of red

 Photo of Alex by Winter Lotus Photography One of the boldest and exciting colours to wear, red has unwavering popularity. For years, red has been a fashion-girl favourite and is a stylist staple for walking the red carpet. Being a primary colour, adding red to your overall look will naturally

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with chocolate and wine

 Valentine's day is right around the corner, that means chocolate, flowers and wine, a time where you can show your significant other just how much you love them. What better way to do that then with Green and Blacks gourmet, ethically sourced chocolate. They are committed to using only the

What’s Happening in Ottawa: February 7-9, 2020

 What: Capital Hoops Classic When: February 7th, Where: TD Place Arena Price: $14 - $40 Long-time rivals Carleton and OttawaU go head to head this weekend! Both the Women's and Men’s basketball teams of the respective schools will compete for the 2020 Capital Hoops title! Tickets are going fast, so

6 tips for celebrating Valentine’s Day on a budget

 by Amy Jackson Now that January is drawing to a close, many of us will be turning our attention to the most romantic holiday of the year - Valentine’s Day. While some may see it as a pointless holiday filled with unnecessary gifts and trinkets, many of us will still

8 delish Valentine’s Day treats you can make with CBD gummies

 Valentine’s Day. Some people love it. Some people hate it. No matter how you feel about it, though, homemade treats made with CBD gummies will brighten your holiday. They will give you the feel-good boost you need in order to either get through the day without strangling the next pair

Forty years later: who murdered Spike Dubs?

 For most of us, it is a day of love and togetherness. But Valentine’s Day this year also marks a bleak anniversary in global diplomacy:  a homicide that remains one of the most haunting cold cases of the Cold War. Forty years ago, on February 14, 1979, a seasoned, 58-year-old

Top 5 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day Around the World

 Giving your significant other a box of chocolates and a dozen roses for Valentine’s Day may say you care, but a couples’ getaway in the middle of a harsh Canadian winter is truly the best way to say “I love you.” It’s time to turn up the heat by sailing

DIY Valentine’s Day Indulgences

 Valentine’s Day is all about expressing love, so why not indulge a bit? While a fancy takeout dinner or an expensive gift is nice, there’s something extra special about a surprise you’ve made yourself. Whether you’ll be spending Valentine’s Day with a lover or by yourself, these DIYs will have you feeling

Recipe Roundup: Desserts for Two

 Valentine’s Day is almost here and whether you’re planning a fancy dinner, a movie date or a night in, you’ll want to make sure you finish it off with something sweet. Dessert is a great opportunity to surprise a loved one or to spend time making something together - it’s

Valentine’s Day looks for the Practical Feminist

 Valentine’s Day –a day we celebrate love, relationships, and happiness. It is also a day many of us experience crushing expectations to look as sexy as possible for a date. Here we have outlined some practical tips on looks for that infamous night of love as we redefine sexiness into

How to Buy Lingerie for Your Special Someone

 Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Everyone’s been hit with Cupid’s arrow and everything is hearts and flowers. A day dedicated to all things lovey-dovey, it’s the time to acknowledge the loves in your life, stop and smell the roses, chow down on some heart shaped chocolate and, if

Stop and Smell the Roses this Valentine’s Day

 Aside from singular architectural designs and philosophical arguments, the Romans are also the ones who brought us Valentine’s Day. The holiday has a blurry history, although the popular understanding is that Saint Valentine of Rome became a martyr when he was persecuted for performing forbidden marriages. Whatever the true origin

Valentine’s Flicks For Your Hipster Sweetheart

 Ok, Charlie Brown, whether you finally snagged a date with your little redhaired girl or you're flying solo this Valentine's Day with a box of peanut-butter cups and heartbreak, today always comes with enough love-soaked flicks to drown yourself in. Most are so cookie cutter they should come with a bag

The Magic Touch: The Benefits of Massage

 For those unfamiliar, the art of massage can be an intimidating thing. Is it soothing or painful? What are its long-term benefits? Will a professional masseuse provide me with a better massage than the foot massager that I bought at Wal-Mart? The answer to all these questions depends on the

Top Valentine’s Day Date Spots in Ottawa

 Valentine’s Day is here and if you’re looking for a special spot in the city to bring your sweetheart, look no further! Here is a list of some fun and romantic hot spots in the National Capital where you can celebrate this special day with your loved one. Corktown Footbridge Major

A Fashionable Valentine

 Fashion Editor Alexandra Gunn has some tips to make this your most fashionable Valentine's Day.  Photos by Winter Lotus Photography On My List: 1. Flowers from Blue Thistle Florist www.bluethistleflorist.ca 2. The long Canada Goose Mystique Parka ($950) for those extremely cold days 3. Print art from Etsy to update my

Sarah MacDougall: poetic songs from Canada’s North

 Canada’s own northern star is shining bright from the humble community of Whitehorse, Yukon. Nestled within the magnificent landscape and vibrant cosmopolitan lifestyle of the city is singer-songwriter Sarah MacDougall. She is gearing up to release her new album Grand Canyon. “I am excited to share it with the world,”

Get hot to trot with Age of Arousal at the Gladstone

 For Valentine’s Day this year, take a step back in time to 1885 and catch the incredible show, Age of Arousal, by Linda Griffiths, currently playing at the Gladstone. There is a lot going on this play. For starters, the script is absolutely brilliant.  It is eloquent, provocative, beautifully and

The Zolas Valentine’s Special

 Available from Thursday, February 13 until Sunday, February 16, local Italian restaurant, Zolas, is giving you the opportunity to wine and dine your Valentine. You can pick up and take home a romantic four course meal for two. It includes butternut squash soup, kale/ caesar salad, baked chicken breast stuffed

How to Make a Date with Yourself for Valentine’s Day

 Whether you’re married, single or divorced, Valentine’s Day’s emphasis on romance and the expectations it sparks can create more stress than joy for many people, says Dr. Jaime Kulaga, a practicing therapist and life coach. “There can be pressure on Feb. 14 for anyone,” says Dr. Kulaga, author of “Type ‘S’uperWoman – Finding the

Valentine’s Day Sparkles for Not a Lot of Bread

 For those aware of traditional bubbly, the title of this blog should give them a little chuckle… for those who are unaware, allow me to let you in on the secret: traditional method bubbly (that has its secondary fermentation in the bottle, can often smell like fresh-baked goods, especially bread;

Bette’s Etiquette Beat: Do’s and Don’ts of I Do: Wedding Etiquette

 Welcome to old and new friends. Make yourself at home. I trust all had a good start to the New Year, practicing your impeccable manners, and are eager to climb aboard as we resume our etiquette journey for 2013. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, this is a busy