Raise A Toast

The arrival of summer brings many things. Cottages. Patios. Beers. Nachos. While all of this eating and drinking can add up and be quite unhealthy, Katie and I have decided to balance it out with daily exercise and lighter weekday meals. This dish is a variation of a few different recipes that Katie gathered for me. It […]

Lately we’ve been really into Thai and Indian food. Not only do they bring a vast array of wonderful flavours to your plate, but they are relatively easy to make and turn into incredible leftovers. Among our favourites are Pad Thai, chicken cashew, chicken tikka masala and curries – I can’t forget about the curries. […]

Winters in Ottawa are long and cold. Every time you think that Spring may finally be here, Winter comes roaring back with 20 cm of snow and bone chilling winds. While most people cower away inside during the winter months, Katie and I like to get out and enjoy the snow. Whether it be snowboarding, […]

I’ve always been fascinated with the city of New Orleans. The diverse culture, the beautiful architecture, the passionate sports fans, the birthplace of jazz, and the food – oh, the food. The Big Easy’s traditional dishes combine a unique blend of Creole, French, Spanish, African and Cuban flavours to create a truly distinct Louisiana taste. So here’s […]

It’s 6pm. You’ve just got home from work and it’s already cold and dark. Yup, November is here. That awkward month between the beautiful autumn season and the snowy Christmas holidays. As someone who loves outdoor sports, November is always a transition month for me. Too cold to run, but not cold enough to skate […]

Lately, Katie and I have been making a lot more Asian dishes. Not only are they relatively easy to make, but they are often absolutely delicious and make hands down the best leftovers. Chicken Pad Thai is no exception. The amazing combination of flavours and textures have made this one of our favourite dinners, and we make […]

You hear a lot of people get excited to go home to their parents house for a nice “home cooked dinner”. I get excited to go home to make my parents dinner. Don’t get me wrong, they are awesome cooks, but I love to share my passion with them – plus, their kitchen is stellar. We […]

Today is Friday and I’m really excited. Not only because the weekend is here, but because tonight is our first official Man Dinner in Ottawa. This is an event we created back in 2007 during our university days at Bishop’s, which we have perfected over time. The rules are simple. Man Dinner is a guys […]