Sonya is an Ottawa-based creative professional, with Eastern European roots. She is a freelance writer who covers arts & culture happenings in Ottawa, and who also works with local businesses and bigger companies alike to create engaging digital content. Sonya is a plant mom, rarities collector, and avid reader.
Stopping Place is a new group exhibition at Wall Space Gallery + Framing exhibited until August 27.
Foodsharing Ottawa is a volunteer-run organization that works with local businesses and grocery stores to arrange pick-ups and drop-offs of extra food for charities and people in need.
Family-owned to this day, Saunders Farm works tirelessly to bring new entertainment to adults and kids alike year-round, always adding more fun experiences. Case in point, this year marks the first anniversary of Saunders Cider!
This year marks the 10th birthday of Hummingbird Chocolate! Started by two local entrepreneurs, the chocolate craft has grown from a tiny artisan production into a world-recognized, award-winning company.
First launched in 2012, the Asinabka Film & Media Arts Festival is back with in-person programming this year!
Welcome to your grandma’s living room. This is Nan’s Parlour, a new concept bar and restaurant in the Byward Market, right by the Heart & Crown on Clarence street.
This is Afterlight, a new listening bar and underground speakeasy lounge at 129 Bank St., with natural wines and music curated by some of Ottawa’s most prominent DJs.
Curated by Amin Alsaden, the anniversary exhibition Looking the World in the Face features close to 40 artworks that examine cultural representation in the Art Bank collection for over half a century, with a focus on “otherized” communities.
Mazépis only uses fresh and natural ingredients, favouring citrus and vinegar for preservation. With an overwhelmingly positive community response from the very start, Mazépis expanded its range of products, adding signature hot sauces made with scotch bonnet peppers, and are now serving hot meals with chicken, rice, and plantain.
