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GroceriesGroceries

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Sep 16, 2025

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An Ottawa institution, La Bottega Nicastro earns the title

Helmed by Top Chef Canada winner René Rodriguez, the team behind the ByWard Market institution is still putting exceptional fare

Ralf Joneikies

Byward Market - LowertownByward Market - Lowertown

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Aug 13, 2025

Barrio’s dishes impress, even if the bill runs high

The new spot from Raphaël chef Lizardo Becerra is an excellent showcase of Latin cooking. But it does include ByWard Market prices

Ralf Joneikies

BarBar

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Jul 31, 2025

Gourmet hopping your way through Ottawa

We visit a few places run by 18 Hospitality Group

Ralf Joneikies

BreweryBrewery

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Jul 22, 2025

Beyond the Pale brews up good food and drink in the ByWard

Vegetarians will especially love their menu

Ralf Joneikies

Byward Market - LowertownByward Market - Lowertown

May 27, 2025

Grey’s is new place to be seen

But how did the food hold up?

Ralf Joneikies

English PubEnglish Pub

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Nov 21, 2024

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The Brig elevates Buffalo wings

The pub has a variation of the classic wing that is alone worth a visit

Ralf Joneikies

ChineseChinese

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Sep 18, 2024

Review: Hing Lung

Fresh, properly prepared Chinese-Canadian fare at decent prices

Ralf Joneikies

BakeryBakery

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Aug 29, 2024

Elina Patisserie is serving up commendable canelés

Of course, you may struggle to find them given how popular they are

Ralf Joneikies

Byward Market - LowertownByward Market - Lowertown

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Aug 27, 2024

Pili Pili’s African style bird

It's a chicken dinner winner.

Ralf Joneikies

Byward Market - LowertownByward Market - Lowertown

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Oct 31, 2023

Three famous brothers

A Shawarma Safari begins with some delicious wraps.

Ralf Joneikies

FrenchFrench

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Oct 16, 2023

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Buvette Daphnée is a date night spot with a French Canadian theme

Inventive cuisine hits inspired heights in the ByWard.

Ralf Joneikies

Byward Market - LowertownByward Market - Lowertown

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Aug 04, 2023

The Year’s Most Exciting Opening

Ottawa has a wealth of Middle Eastern cuisines and Cafe Tehran is a jewel in the crown.

Ralf Joneikies