Recipe: Spinach and Feta Turkish Gozleme

One of the things I miss most about living in Sydney is easy access to Turkish Gozlemes! Like Thai food, Turkish food is hard to miss in Sydney. There are Turkish pide and kebab stalls scattered throughout the city, and while gozlemes are not served in every kebab stall, you can almost guarantee to find them at the weekend markets or annual festivals. I tried my first Turkish gozleme at the Birkenhead outlet mall. CK and I had...

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Blackie Brings Upscale Downtown Dining to Ottawa West with NEXT

Labneh Cream Cheese with Baguette, Pickled Okra, Olives and Roasted Pepper Blackie has ventured out to Ottawa West to bring some oomph into the Stittsville area. A rapidly developing part of the city, Stittsville is short of an upscale restaurant that isn't Italian. Situated in the same building as the former Isaac's restaurant, NEXT is pretty far West...even for the Kanata peeps. Blackie, with partner Tim Snelling, is doing more than just...

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Elgin's Newest Addition: El Camino, Ottawa

Chef Matthew Carmichael's latest project and Elgin's newest addition, El Camino, is looking to be a new favorite for the Elgin hipsters. Packed on a Friday night, El Camino has all the right elements for a great neighborhood hang out. It has a very casual and unpretensious feel, unlike the former restaurants Carmichael worked at: Restaurant E18hteen, Social, and Sidedoor. If you don't feel like sitting in for dinner, take...

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Recipe: Soy Ginger Buckwheat Noodle Salad

Buckwheat is a great food to incorporate into your diet. It is a good source of protein, anti-oxidants, iron and zinc. People with high cholesterol or high blood pressure can benefit from buckwheat as it has been linked to lowering the risk of both conditions. Contrary to popular belief, buckwheat is not a grain, but is in fact a plant that is related to rhubarb and sorrel. This soy ginger buckwheat noodle salad is a great way to enjoy...

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Recipe: Spiced Breakfast Berry Shake

As you can see, I've been into my shakes lately. I find that it is the easiest way to get all the good stuff your body needs, all in one go. Eating healthy meals takes planning, and sometimes, my brain just gets tired of doing it. With the right shakes, you can substitute your meals with shakes or have it on the side to complement your meal. This is not your regular berry fruit drink. But then again, I don't think any recipe on this site...

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