Guzzle & Nosh: Oysters

24 May

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“O Oysters,” said the Carpenter,
“You’ve had a pleasant run!
Shall we be trotting home again?’
But answer came there none–
And this was scarcely odd, because
They’d eaten every one.
– Lewis Carroll

For the DIYers:
>Horseradish // Thomas Lavers Cannery & Delicatessen, Toronto, ON
(Photo via the Toronto Star)
>Swingin’ Cocktail Sauce // Simply West Coast, Vancouver, BC
>Set of 4 Oyster Dishes // Edith Momplaisir, Terrasse-Vaudreuil, QC

The Easier Way:
>Full Oyster Catering Service // Curious Oyster, Vancouver, BC

Walkabout: Vancouver: Main Street – East 22th Avenue to East 25th Avenue

22 May

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Comfort, it can take many forms… a good meal, a comfy shirt, a hand-written letter, a night in playing games or a night out catching up over a beer or two.

Beer Battered Halloumi, Zucchini Pancake, Smashed Peas, Yogurt, & Lemon Balm // The Acorn

Green Bamboo Blend Cowl Neck Top // Devil May Wear

This and That Stationery Set // The Regional Assembly of Text

Walnut Cribbage Board with 3 Tracks // Strategies Games & Hobbies

An Extensive Selection of Draught Beer // Portland Craft

 

Canadian Made: Neon Chartreuse

20 May

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Bright ideas from four clever Canadian designers…

Set of 4 Linen Napkins in Neon Chartreuse // Smith Handmade, Toronto

Chartreuse ‘Fur’ Earrings // Studio Method(e), Quebec City

Friendship Cuff Bracelet // Distinguished Designs, Halifax

Hand-painted Skull Pin // Sarah Van Den Brekel, Toronto
Also check out her cool illustrations here.

Guzzle & Nosh: Dinette Nationale

16 May

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“Every Dinette Nationale sweet is made in Montreal with mighty ingredients. Close your eyes and enjoy the ride.”

Everything on the Dinette Nationale site is lovely! Here is just a sampling of some of the sweet things they offer:

>>Blueberry & Strawberry Fruit Jellies
>>Lollipops in Bergamot Vanilla, Butter Caramel, Jasmine, & Saffron
>>Pistachio Almond Nougat

Walkabout: Ottawa: Hungry in Hintonburg

15 May

hintonburg_wearelocalIn Hintonburg, there is no shortage of choice when it comes to food…

Brunch: Who doesn’t love a leisurely brunch? Weekly Omelette with Salad // The Hintonburg Public House

Lunch: Wood Oven Pizza! // Tennessy Willems

Dinner: Seasonal Menu with an Italian bent // Burnt Butter

Double Dessert: How to choose? Assorted doughnuts & cupcakes // Suzy Q Doughnuts & Isobel’s Cupcakes

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