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 […]