Poutine?

What is poutine and where can I try it ? This is a question that is asked constantly. Tourist and locals alike are drawn to this cheese curd, thick-cut potato fries, and gravy oozing treat. Head to Quebec, its origin, to try it.  A short distance from downtown, you can find a local hot spot for poutine called La Pataterie Hulloise in Hull/Gatineau, Quebec. It has great poutine and was recommended by friends from Quebec.

Happy Poutine eating!

Where can I buy dumplings?

Ottawa,Canada has a specialty dumpling shoppe in the heart of Chinatown on Somerset street. Yen Fung Ding Dumpling Shoppe is one-of-a-kind. You cannot find another store in the city that only sells this product. 
You may have already had one of their dumplings in a local restaurant and didn't even know it.



Happy 'dumpling' eating!

High Tea

Where could I have English style High Tea? Head to Zoe's at the Chateau Laurier Hotel on Wellington street, Ottawa, Canada. The actual lounge/restaurant is nestled beside the front lobby. High Tea is served  only on the weekends and reservations are a must. It is definetly a special ocassion locale. They offer three courses to choose from and many specialty teas.  A 'Tea Cart' comes around with various loose leaf teas. 

The pictures above were taken at Zoe's. Check out the pastry chef's creations!!!

Another location that offers High Tea is the Billings Estate off of Riverside drive. This historical building is found in a residential neighbourhood between Bank st. and Pleasant Park. I am not sure if it is only available during the summer months, so give them a call. You can have a casual lunch in the garden. The grounds are lovely and very serene.