ByWard Vista Social Club brings Havana to the Market
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.
Bars
Foodie Friday: Heart & Crown turns 25, still gets carded
If you’ve ever visited the ByWard Market, you’re probably no stranger to the Heart & Crown Irish Pub. Established by two Irish immigrants, Larry Bradley and Pat Kelly, the pub gets its subtle charm from a not-so-subtle commitment to its roots. From the “snug rooms” to the the floor tile, to the bars made of Irish wood, there’s a clear intent on preserving the spirit and culture for anyone who has been to or yet to visit Ireland.
Five of Ottawa’s best Happy Hours (5 à 7)
Let’s face it: sometimes work makes you want to drink.
Bar Laurel: A cozy space with delicious Spanish-inspired eats
While the dishes feature local ingredients when they can, the highlights of Bar Laurel’s menu lie in the imported Spanish products.
Cocktails: The Moonroom’s must-try Sidecar
When it comes to cocktails, the Moonroom is easily one of Ottawa’s longstanding hidden gems. Tucked away inside a minimalist, industrial-style exterior on Preston street, it’s easy to miss in the daytime but becomes a beacon at nighttime.
Cocktails: Bar Robo’s must-try Clarified Milk Punch
It’s like sunshine in a bottle.
Stephen Flood, Riviera’s Master Bartender
As the excitement grows around the opening of Chef Matthew Carmichael’s Riviera, one thing is certain, the restaurant’s opulent bar will be managed by the best Ottawa has to offer. Stephen Flood’s barcraft is an effortless extension of his love of people and the good life – a perfect fit for the attention to detail Riviera promises. […]
Foodie Friday: 4 beer from Brasseurs du Temps
Tom Rowell is a craft beer enthusiast who lives in Ottawa. He blogs at The Microbrew Times, profiling craft beers from Ottawa and elsewhere. The craft brewing industry has taken off across Canada with a large number of different breweries opening up in all provinces. From brewpubs, to local breweries, to larger companies that have large […]
Snacking and drinking at Chinatown’s newest addition: Bar Robo
Sunshine has hit Chinatown in more ways than just the weather. Last fall delivered a startling loss with the closure of Raw Sugar, but last week Bar Robo opened its doors to save the people of Chinatown from caffeine and liquor loss. Bar Robo takes the physical place of Raw Sugar, but that’s the last you’ll […]
Foodie Friday: 4 beers from Tooth and Nail
Tom Rowell is a craft beer enthusiast who lives in Ottawa. He blogs at The Microbrew Times, profiling craft beers from Ottawa and elsewhere. Tooth and Nail Brewing Company is one of Ottawa’s newer breweries, but one of the best serving up delicious brews since September from their delightful Hintonburg pub/taproom. In an ever expanding craft […]
