Soup and a Sandwich at Zoup! in Cambridge
We stopped in to Zoup! in Cambridge on a mini road trip to Southern Ontario. We found excellent service and great fresh flavour here. I was a bit reluctant to…
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The Keg in Ajax is a Better Keg Steakhouse + Bar
We frequently visit The Keg in Ajax, whether for a relaxing drink in the bar with appetizers or a more comfortable evening in the dining room having a steak dinner.…
An Evening Cooking Class with Chef Matthew Kennedy, North York, Ontario
How We Found Out About the Cooking Class When the offer of a cooking class came through our corporate email, I heard from my friend Maria. We had a chance…
Pickles and Olives Bistro in Port Perry
Had a late lunch at Pickles and Olives Bistro in Port Perry. This little bistro across from the waterfront park offers pizzas, sandwiches and salads. We had friendly (but not…
The Secret Dinner Party that is Diner en Blanc, Toronto
I was thrilled when I finally found just the right table. It had to meet certain dimensions, be foldable and light enough to carry. It took weeks to find the…
Maria talks with Chef David Santos about Portuguese influence on food.
Chef David Santos Wows Us at Drake One Fifty in Toronto
Guest chef David Santos of New York City was in Toronto cooking up new takes on traditional Portuguese fare at the Drake One Fifty. It was a pre-sold 4-course prix…
Disappointed in Makimono Ajax
I am terribly disappointed in Makimono Ajax. This was one of my favourite local places. It has steadily gone downhill and tonight's dinner will be my last there. Changes with…
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At Kelly’s Bake Shoppe in Burlington, Vegan Cupcakes are the Star
If you are looking for vegan cupcakes in Burlington, you've found the right place. Kelly's Bake Shoppe in Burlington is a lovely, busy bakery shop with mouthwatering cupcakes on display. …
What to Do at Pumpkinfest, Port Elgin, ON
What to do at Pumpkinfest in Port Elgin? On a cool October weekend, we headed to a cottage in Port Elgin to find out. About Port Elgin Port Elgin is…
Italian Cuisine & Gelato at Belaggios in Pickering
Great service at Belaggios in Pickering. The Belaggios Meatball Sandwich was delicious and filling. Free topping of mushrooms was just the right amount. Not too overpowering. It was worth the…