I had the pleasure of attending a brilliant tasting event at the Hacienda Sarria last Monday. I usually write reviews and critique but I am taking a break from the usual to instead write an announcement. Something interesting is afoot. The Hacienda provided a perfect spot to meet 200 other invited guests for a formidable… [Read more…]
September 14, 2010
Recipe by request. I am usually a chemist in the kitchen, preparing food by science (and a wee bit of intuition). I juggled my brain to remember the proportions for this and used some delicious math to make it a real recipe. This will work, and it is divine. Keep in mind that these lovely… [Read more…]
August 25, 2010
Every now and then I post things from outside of the region when I think they are fabulous and attainable for others. I try to focus my blog on things that most people can do. This one requires a car, a few dollars, and an open palate. If you can see these things fit, include… [Read more…]
August 24, 2010
Downtown Kitchener is about to make a claim to fame. I think it is safe to say that there are more cafes downtown than any other spot in Waterloo Region. There is one on every street corner, and some in between. In figuring out how to evaluate these, I decided to first take on those… [Read more…]
December 18, 2009
I had the pleasure of walking into this new venue on their very first night. At 5pm on 16th of December, Tyrone got a liquor license, a small amount of their wine list filled and became a restaurant. Tyrone, the new restaurant and lounge on King near Princess in Waterloo is now open! Entrance into… [Read more…]
December 17, 2009
It was with great relief that on my daily walks past the new Coffee Culture at the corner of King and Queen in Kitchener to see that much of the architectural features were being conserved. I suppose that my greatest fear in seeing my old favourite restaurant being purchased by a chain was the potential… [Read more…]
December 12, 2009
How lucky to have been a part of the small celebration at a local restaurant of note. Ellison’s Bistro on Charles St (across from the bus terminal) turned five yesterday. It is hard to believe that this restaurant is a newer experience for me as it is in such close proximity to where I live.… [Read more…]
November 1, 2010
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