Jacobsons in Ottawa is a delightfully bougie food shop in the Vanier neighbourhood. A family-run shop where one can channel their inner Ina Garten, and debate about the advantages of…
a fat girl’s guide to eating in ottawa
It turns out, I don’t actually hate Ottawa. On the contrary, I am quite fascinated by this gritty and cosmopolitan city. As the nation’s capital, Ottawa is home to Canada’s…
whale watching in twillingate, newfoundland
The thought of going whale watching in Newfoundland’s iceberg alley made me tingle with delight. Would I see some whales? What about Puffins? Maybe an iceberg, even though it’s late…
a guide to visiting churchill, manitoba
There are only two ways to get to Churchill, Manitoba: by air, or by train. If you’re on a short timeline and a wimp, you could fly up from Winnipeg,…
riding the aquabus in vancouver is a must!
Have you experienced the joys of riding on an Aquabus in Vancouver? If you have not, then you should definitely try it the next time you’re in Vancouver. False Creek is…
in vancouver, granville island is a can’t miss!
One of my favourite places in Vancouver, and has been for the last 8 years or so. In fact, it is my go-to spot as soon as I arrive. Sure,…
stay at The best hostels in canada!
Canada, thankfully, has a strong hostel culture. It is nowhere close to Europe or Asia, but (in our opinion) it is definitely better than the USA (we still love… most…
the bonavista social club in newfoundland
Tucked away in Upper Amherst Cove, a small village near Bonavista, Newfoundland the Bonavista Social Club is one of the hottest restaurants on the island. Owned and operated by Katie…
driving the irish loop in newfoundland
To drive Newfoundland’s Irish Loop is to experience stunning landscapes, and interact with friendly locals. Of course, one must have a sense of exploration as off the highway (Route 10…
all the reasons to explore whitehorse in northern canada
As summer approaches the cities and communities north of 60º experience extended days, and by extended I mean days where the sun doesn’t set. It’s trippy. From the moment the…
when pigs fry: a food tour for bacon addicts!
Toronto is one of my favourite cities in Canada. It has culture, arts, funky neighbourhoods, cool architecture, food trucks, and interesting history – – which ultimately led to the creation of…
spend 36 hours in toronto
A trip to Toronto, no matter the length, has endless possibilities; it’s a foodie haven, overflowing with an eclectic mix of vintage and high-end boutiques — and everything in between….