Public art, the sprinkles of life. Colorful, merry, and often free. A little park on the Brasserie Creek, right by the Theater of the Island, and Soif Bar a vin holds a surprising little gem. The Odyssey [7 Rue Montcalm, Gatineau, QC J8X 4B4, Canada] is a larger than life […]
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I am no sommelier, but thankfully our waiter at Soif Bar a vin [88 Rue Montcalm, Gatineau, QC J8X 2L7, Canada] was. There are small plates and boards locally sourced and seasonal – but the emphasis is absolutely on wine. Cork walls and maps of wine regions set the scene. […]
Only 15 minutes from downtown Ottawa–Gatineau there is a sprawling natural playground that is a retreat for those living in the capital region. Gatineau Park boasts over 100 miles of hiking trails, 50+ miles of mountain biking routes, multiple lakes for swimming and kayaking, and much history. The many trails […]
There is something endless magical about a topiary garden, nature springing into imaginative forms. Seeing images of MosaiCanada [Jacques-Cartier Park, south end 164, Laurier street, Gatineau (Quebec) J8X 3V8] sparked my intrigue to visit the Ottawa/Gatineau area – and a lovely long weekend blossomed from there. Canada is celebrating its […]
Montmorency Falls, 5300 Boulevard Sainte-Anne, Ville de Québec, QC G1C 1S1, Canada Just minutes away from downtown Quebec City is a magnificent waterfall, at 272’ it is taller than Niagara Falls! Take the stairs up for continual views of the falls, along with the surrounding area, and the city back […]
The week after I got back from Europe I had serious adventure funk. It was Memorial Day weekend in the states so with three good days of freedom, we had a great excuse to drive up to Quebec City. I felt like I was on a different continent again, hearing […]
Markets: Marché du Vieux-Port de Québec, 160 Quai Saint-André, Ville de Québec, QC G1K 3Y2, Canada A varied market on the water at the edge of Old Quebec. You’ll find meal options, snacks, produce, knick knacks, and flowers. J.A. Moisan, 695 Rue Saint-Jean, Ville de Québec, QC G1R 1P7, Canada […]
Quebecois are foodies to the core and their cuisine is so unique. Pack some stretchy pants on your trip up north because you must eat everything! The place to get the poutine: Chez Gaston, 332 Rue Dorchester, Ville de Québec, QC G1K 6A2, Canada If you’ve never had poutine before, […]
This past weekend was my first trip to Montreal, and it was fantastic! There was all sorts of feed and fun in the city, so I’ll go day by day and share it with you. Friday, Day 1: Took the greyhound from Albany to Montreal, quick and pleasant ride, though […]