Fantastic Experience! We did the Bread making class…read more Had an absolutely amazing time! The chef was not only incredibly skilled but also funny and engaging--he made everyone feel comfortable and included from the start. The best part is that everything we learned is super easy to recreate at home. It was such a fun and memorable experience, and I'll definitely be returning. 100% recommend!

From the owner: At C'est Bon Ottawa, we believe in the precious gift of food - that is at the heart of each of our…read morecooking classes. We are passionate about sharing our knowledge and love of the culinary arts and of our Canadian terroir with people looking to elevate their food experiences. We offer hands-on, in-person or virtual cooking classes; private à la carte cooking events; team building activities, and so much more. Il nous fera plaisir de vous servir en français !

Two weeks ago when we stayed over for a mini getaway in Ottawa ...we booked our hotel stay at the…read moreCourtyard Marriott Ottawa East They are located in the east part of Ottawa nearby the Railyards and right next to the Ottawa Titans ball diamond and are right off the 417 The hotel is well kept and clean inside Staff there are super friendly from the front desk to the maids Our room was clean and tidy Bed was super comfortable Only two things that needed improvement Towels were a bit rough on the skin And the hot tub on the upper level.... It had way too much chlorine in the tub to the point where it was burning your eyes Otherwise I would definitely come to stay here again for another stay in Ottawa

We went the past two days for a little getaway in Ottawa-Gatineau…read more We decided to book and stay at the Courtyard Marriott Ottawa East It's near the Trainyards district in Ottawa and right across from the Ottawa Titans ballpark Upon arriving we were greeted by their reception and check-in was a breeze The hotel is super clean inside Hallways in the hotel are clean The rooms match the hallways Super clean and tidy Spacious is what I was really surprised with Big open common area We got the king bed suite There is a kitchenette with a sink and fridge The bathroom is spacious with a tub Only thing I would suggest is the towels are a bit rough Sandpaperish but otherwise nothing else We went to the pool at the top floor where there is also a hot tub and a fitness centre It's small but big enough to enjoy and has a nice view as well of the city Overall the hotel was great No issues Would definitely come back to stay here again in Ottawa for another weekend getaway

Had brunch here this past Sunday with friends before heading to Gatineau park to cross country ski…read more Having been to Cora restaurants many times in Ontario, we were looking forward to a substantial and tasty breakfast. We were a group of 4 and arrived around 11:30 am. The restaurant was busy but not packed, and we were quickly seated in a booth. Our hostess spoke both English and French with French being her default. We were a little concerned that we would have trouble since we don't speak French, but we were pleased they had both French and English menus. Our server also spoke French as his default, and to each one of our orders and/or questions, he replied first in French and then in English - it was easy to see he did not speak English that well, and the area where we were seated was also noisy, so he had to ask us to repeat our orders. We were all concerned he would get something in the order incorrect. We ordered the following: -- The Adam - eggs your way, with French toast/waffle smothered in a white cream, a chocolatey-looking drizzle and bananas, and breakfast potatoes and bacon. The eggs were a little dry, and the sweet part of the breakfast was sugary but not really flavorful (owing in part to the fact that the bananas were under ripe). The dish was also lukewarm, like it had been sitting. -- Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon - this was tasty, but the English muffin was raw/not toasted and the entire dish was cold. By the time it arrived the restaurant was more busy though, and we had places to go, so I did not send it back. The fruit salad that came with this dish looked great but all of the fruit was under ripe. It is the middle of winter, but the melon and banana were HARD, and the strawberry was totally white inside. -- Chorizo ham skillet - this was basically a dish of potatoes with an egg on top. Very little sun dried tomato, no mushrooms and the slices of chorizo were more like pepperoni. We also did not see any ham. This was warm/of appropriate temp. -- A plate of two eggs over easy, bacon and breakfast potatoes - this was just a regular breakfast and everything was as expected. -- Two maple lattes - we received regular unsweetened lattes instead (probably our server did not catch the 'maple' part of the order) and were charged for the regular lattes (not the up charge for the maple lattes) -- Wheat toast was ordered all around and they brought us a basket of white toast - unbuttered - no jam/jelly and no butter Overall, a disappointing experience. In truth, we haven't been to a Cora since prior to covid/corona virus, and it could very well be that the combination of supply chain issues, dead of winter (lack of access to proper/ripe fruits), and lack of staff, all impacted this experience.

Very underwhelmed with this spot. Slow service despite a lack of customers and my waffle was…read morecompletely cold. Others at my table said various parts of their food was cold as well... so did they just simply forget to bring it out when it was ready? The fruit was good but everything else was cold and lacking. Very pricey for a disappointing breakfast as well. Overall I'd recommend you skip this place.

I went to a Gala Dinner at the Infinity Convention Centre recently. While the place was modern and…read moreclean looking, and the service was very good, the food fell short of my expectations. The function occupied Salon B&C, which I would say would fit about 400 people. The chandeliers were beautiful and there was a pretty water structure in the lobby that served as a nice backdrop for photos. We had a four course meal. The first course was a roasted tomato bisque. I ate one spoonful and gave the rest to my husband (and he ate it not because he thought it was delicious, but because he was incredibly hungry (as was I, but my actions were still as such)). I found the soup incredibly watery and the texture was not smooth. It tasted to me like watered down pasta sauce. Fortunately, the food got better from there. The second course was a salad which consisted of mixed greens wrapped in cucumber slices, with olives, grape tomatoes, mini bocconcini cheese balls, and croutons. The presentation was interesting with the salad wrapped in the cucumber. I still don't know how they kept it together because there was no toothpick. The taste was satisfactory. The dressing was a little too oily with not enough flavour in my opinion. However, the vegetables were fresh. The main course was a Tandoori chicken breast with basmati rice and roasted vegetables, with raita on top. I found the rice on the dry side, and the vegetables (zucchini, squash, and sweet potato) not particularly flavourful. The chicken had a mild tandoori taste to it, and I appreciated that it was de-boned, save for the wing drumette. The chicken was moist, so at least it wasn't dry. The dessert was my favourite course. It was a chocolate hazelnut mousse with meringue and half a strawberry. The mousse was rich and creamy and the meringue was fluffy and delicious. The servers were all very good and competent. This convention centre is by the airport and surrounded by many hotels. I think the location is convenient for events where attendees may be flying in and staying near the airport. There is free parking in their private parking lot.

I recently attended a wedding here and would say that the venue exceeded my expectations. The…read morefacility is nice and clean and has an elevated feel to it that sets it apart from other venues. The lighting and sound system they have in their halls is absolutely amazing and makes the night that much more enjoyable. The food at the venue was pretty good. We were served a salad appetizer with fresh rolls, followed by a steak with potatoes and vegetables. Lastly for dessert was a cheesecake. Overall the food tasted good and had good portions. The only downside to the night was that a wedding beside ours were not following the rules for outside equipment and when loud music could be played, which put a huge damper on the speeches as no one could hear them.

I'm going to start with the positive and give it 2 stars because the staff were friendly and…read moreattentive in true Marriott fashion. Where it's missing the other 3 stars is the actual facilities. The walls/ceilings are paper thin, when someone closes a door above you the wall shakes etc. The studio "suites" are also misleading- it is a shared entry way with the room next door (not sure what purpose the entry way serves) but if you have unkind neighbors, the door slamming/people crowding in doorway will keep you up. We traveled with our one child who was kept up by the 3+ children next door going in and out of the shared doorway, as well as the children/family above us morning, noon and night. The family next door continued to prop the "suite" door open which made me feel weird that they decided who got access to our room etc. At one point the neighbor children were sitting in the entry way- I had to ask them to move so my family could walk out of the door. Again, I have a kid and understand it can be difficult but when I'm having to step over other people's to get out of my hotel room with no parents in sight it becomes really uncomfortable. Additionally, the 2 EV chargers it shows available were out of service. Just a heads up for my EV friends!

Noce hotel. Breakfast is good but the coffe is not. Couple minutes walk to the gandola that takes…read moreyou to the south side of the mountain. Rooms are clean but the bathroom smells. There are no lockers for my ski equipment which was strange. Most of hotels / resorts we stayed in to ski had lockers for the equipment. No parking right outside of the hotel. I have to park abit far and walk. The other option is to park indoor for additional fees. Over all its okay since it is near to the mountain.

Buyers and Cellars is a welcome, fresh face in the Centretown neighbourhood. Their sommeliers are…read moreincredibly knowledgeable, care deeply and work really hard (without breaking a sweat) to bring classy service. Since the Buzz disappeared mid-pandemic, there has been a wine bar sized hole in the heart of Centretown. My first introduction to Buyers and Cellars was a birthday celebration where my friend treated me to a tasting. It was every bit as girly and glamorous as you imagine. We were all dressed up and sampled 5 wines - 1 oz each and "travelled" from the Alps of Switzerland and Italy to Chile. My friend and I chatted happily in between tastings while the sommelier regaled us with stories of each winery, how long they had been in business, and how many of the wines they sell can only be found here. Imagine! These rich tasting wines not available anywhere else in the country. The wine from the Alps , for example, is only made in very small batches. I bought a bottle and I was hooked. I have since gone back twice - once when I was in a pinch and couldn't get to the LCBO or it was close to closing - and this evening. The second time I came away with two bottles and a free glass of wine. Tonight, I stopped in to pick up a nice bottle of wine for dinner on Friday, and asked if it wasn't too busy if I could sit and have a drink. The sommelier happily obliged and poured me three 1oz glasses, each of a rossa, carmeniere and a Croatian red wine. The Croatian, called Dika, was my favourite, so I bought two bottles ($60). The bartender comped my tasting, and I was happily on my way... but I'll be back!

Great place to explore rare varietals. Comfortable atmosphere to study wines. They carry phenomenal…read morewines from less popular regionsI picked up Jordanian Barbera and Mencia from Spain. Def coming back on my next visit to Ottawa. :)

The customer service at the Wine Station on Bank Street is the best I have ever seen. I highly…read morerecommend working here as your first job to get the best customer service training, and I'll go so far as to say great work experience, you know, get a good start to life. Made three different wines here: A fabulous Sparkling Apricot & Peach, a delicious Blood Orange Island Mist Sangria, and a Limited Edition White. All of them were right on point. 2 of these choices were based on talking with Jason and telling him what we are looking for, and he hit the profile bang on. The place is super cute, clean, and organized. Jason, the owner, and his staff are top-notch in knowledge, serviceability, and connection. Thanks Guys, we will surely see you again!!

This place is incredible! Delicious high quality product and the most helpful friendly staff you…read morecould ask for. A family business that feels warm but professional at every stage. I bottled on my own and was offered help in every stage as well. I was making wine elsewhere and recently realised that I was just not finding the quality good enough to serve to friends. I made the pink Pinot and was super impressed but THEN made the Prosecco type in only a few weeks and last night my guests drank TEN bottles!! it was such a hit. Delicious and reasonable. I had one guest who will be making it for her wedding! I had LCBO wine beside it and they went for the Wine station Prosecco (Champagnade) every time. Plus popping those corks made it feel special! Thanks for suggesting it and rushing it for me Jason!! A Happy customer....Tina.

Love this vineyard. And sitting in the big Adirondack red chairs…read more Most northerly vineyard in Canada? Or Ontario. Something like that. Never enough staff. But friendly. Wine very $$$. But decent. I always leave with at least one bottle after sharing a small flight. My fave is the German one. Don't ask me to spell it. Lol. I'll take a pic of it. Big tent for rainy days on site. Gets an extra point for being dog friendly. Food/kitchen has changed and the menu is more varied. Lots of parking in the lot. I would recommend to anyone and while in Carp there is a lot of other cute places to see there too!

I highly recommend the KIN Vineyards tour for new wine enthusiasts seeking a private experience…read more The insightful tips, diverse tastings, and delightful bites made for a fantastic overall experience. Celebrated my bachelorette here, and everyone couldn't stop praising the tour. The added option to linger, either enjoying the on-site seating or heading to Jos restaurant, coupled with its pet and family-friendly atmosphere, enhanced the visit. Je recommande vivement la visite des vignobles KIN pour les nouveaux amateurs de vin recherchant une expérience privée. Les conseils avisés, les dégustations variées et les délicieuses bouchées ont créé une expérience globalement fantastique. J'ai célébré mon enterrement de vie de jeune fille ici, et tout le monde n'arrêtait pas de faire l'éloge de la visite. L'option supplémentaire de rester un moment, que ce soit en profitant des sièges sur place ou en allant au restaurant Jos, associée à son atmosphère conviviale pour les animaux de compagnie et les familles, a enrichi la visite.