I’m delighted to add a new (quasi-regular) post type to our repertoire. Introducing: Local Restaurant Reviews. There’s been a relatively recent influx of great new restos in south-west Ottawa. And I’m itching to introduce them and their cuisines to you!Read More →
Today, I inaugurate our new restaurant reviews feature with a visit to a truly authentic Northern Indian restaurant – right in our own backyard! Why go to India to experience the food? You can get the real deal at Indian Desi Affair, 7 days a week!Read More →
Time for an update on minor – yet intriguing – news items from the McDonald’s file. We have the resolution of a lawsuit I wasn’t even aware of, a rant over ‘price creep’ in the ‘Dollar Menu’, and the return of an old friend. Or nemesis, depending…Read More →
This is a story about a recent ‘tipping culture’ poll that asked a whole bunch of questions to Americans. And the results revealed that folks vary widely in their opinions and values in reference to tipping. But one thing they agree on is, tips should be linked to service…Read More →
New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed a new restaurant regulation into law last week. It’s not about sanitation or gloving. Or even excess salt. It’s called The Sweet Truth Act, and it forces chain restos to publish the sugar content of their wares…Read More →
You’ve probably seen those tabloid-like stories online about what a badass Guy Fieri can be. A number of folks who worked with him on the sets of his TV shows have ‘told all’. But others say that’s not who he is at all. So… Who IS the real Guy Fieri?Read More →