Many (well, most) bars and restaurants limit their non-alcoholic beverage options to the usual tired pop, juice, and water. Here are some places that get more creative.

Mike George found his second career almost by accident. The former Canadian Armed Forces member wasn’t looking to start a business selling olive oil and balsamic vinegar, but nearly two years later, he’s getting ready to open the bricks-and-mortar location of Aurelius Food Co. in the heart of Wellington West.

In the modern world where everything is available at the tap of a button (or so it seems), making a deliberate choice to set limits seems almost bizarre. But that’s exactly what Chef Dominique Dufour has chosen to do at Norca, the newly-opened restaurant at the also-new Hotel Le Germain Ottawa.

If you’re looking to spice up your life a little, stop into Meow! That’s Hot and consider staying a while. They’d love to be your new local.

If you’ve gone out for dinner in Ottawa sometime in the past two years, you’ve probably seen the Mealshare symbol on a menu. The Canadian charity operates in seven cities with a mission to end child hunger.

ByWard Vista Social Club continues March 15, 22, and 29, from 7pm to close at Copper Spirits + Sights (325 Dalhousie St) in the Andaz Ottawa Hotel rooftop lounge. No cover.

Congratulations to the winners! That was one heck of a tasty way to spend a chilly Friday afternoon.

Great Canadian Theatre Company has partnered with six chefs to present a pop-up restaurant for one night in the run of each play this season.