Savouring the best cup of java in Ottawa has never been more interesting or flavoursome. Coffee is coming into its own as an experience to seek out and savour. From Carp to Orleans, and Brittannia to Hintonburg, there are independent cafés and coffee shops that are beacons for pleasure in a cup...
A memorable taste experience Steak and seafood lovers are in for a memorable treat at Arôme Seafood and Grill. From the spectacular in-house dry-aged beef and celebrated seafood platter to the slow-cooked AAA prime rib and the giant T-bone for two, sliced for you at your table, options are...
Best Paired with Ocean Views and Food By Janet Dorozynski Uniquely Nova Scotia There is a saying that goes what grows together goes together and nothing could be more fitting to describe how the wines of Nova Scotia have evolved to become the natural and perfect partners for the region’s seafood...
Forgo the traditional picnic in favour of the ultimate and luxurious outdoor meal Written and styled by Hattie Klotz Photography by Ashley Fraser You can sit on the ground, of course. But, it’s not an obligatory part of the experience. There are no rules for a picnic, and that’s part of the appeal...
Unwind and uncork at the Okanagan’s Spirit Ridge, where leisure and luxury, wine and food, and rich Indigenous culture blend together in harmony By Janet Wilson As dawn breaks, the sun crests over a nearby mountain range, casting a warm glow down the valley and over the lush vineyards at the base...
It’s about altitude and attitude By Janet Dorozynski Everyone knows that Argentina makes Malbec, and, for many, the flavourful, juicy red has become synonymous with the country. Originally from the southwest of France, where it is known as Côt, Malbec is the mainstay of the deeply coloured reds...
By Brigitte Hasbron When the shiny black pearls burst in my mouth as I pressed them onto my palate, I could taste their addictive salty, buttery flavour. It was then that I knew I was hooked on caviar. Not unlike truffles, oysters and champagne, caviar goes hand in hand with all things...
Swanky Switzerland By Brigitte Hasbron Synonymous with the best that life can offer, Switzerland is a country that has captivated me since childhood. With its melange of stunning natural landscapes, its endless sightseeing activities, and its plethora of refined pleasures, this is a destination...
Each of Ottawa’s neighbourhoods has its charms. Lucky Westboro; it has Gezellig. And Stephen Beckta. The acclaimed restaurateur lives in the hood, so when he decided to open an eatery close to home in 2012, undoubtedly area foodies were thrilled. After all, the food-scene luminary is behind Beckta...
Situated in the beautiful rolling countryside of the Auge region, Le Domaine d’Ablon Estate is a short train ride from the cosmopolitan lifestyle of glamorous Paris.
Known for its award-winning vineyards, Quebec’s Eastern Townships offers relaxing, all-season weekend getaways, complete with five-star restaurants, glorious shops and luxury spas.
A big steaming bowl of pasta Bolognese or Osso Buco with a glass of Chianti still might be what comes to mind when many think about Italian food and wine. But just as Italian cuisine, both in Italy and around the world, has evolved so have the wines coming out of the country with many lively...
