Ottawa food critic reviews 65 eateries in 2025
Ottawa Citizen food critic Peter Hum visited over 60 restaurants, bakeries, and bars in 2025. Discover his culinary journey across the city's diverse food scene.
Ottawa Citizen food critic Peter Hum visited over 60 restaurants, bakeries, and bars in 2025. Discover his culinary journey across the city's diverse food scene.
Ottawa Citizen critic Peter Hum reveals his top restaurant dishes of 2025, featuring 20 categories from tacos to tacos. Discover the must-try culinary highlights across the capital region.
A look at Ottawa's dynamic 2025 dining landscape, featuring the long-awaited opening of chef Briana Kim's Antheia and other new eateries that reshaped the city's food scene. Discover the highlights and trends.
The Civil restaurant in Kitchener provided a warm meal and gathering space for the community on December 24, 2025, offering comfort and connection during the holidays.
Bars and restaurants across Ottawa are fully decorated for Christmas, creating festive destinations for holiday gatherings. Discover the seasonal transformation in the capital.
Denny's Canada celebrates its 55th anniversary with a new 24/7 location at Yonge and Sheppard in North York, introducing its 'Love-a-Bowls' menu and seating 142 guests.
Festival Japan Restaurant, a staple on Ottawa's Kent Street for nearly two decades, has permanently closed its doors. Discover the story behind the closure of this beloved local eatery.
Halifax's Lot Six restaurant is set to become an immersive New Year's Eve destination featuring KAYO and DJ Badi. Discover the unique celebration planned for December 31st.
The iconic Malibu Restaurant in east London, Ont., is moving to a new location after seven decades. The landmark's famous neon sign, however, will not make the journey. Read more about this end of an era.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver relaunches his Jamie's Italian chain in the UK with a new franchise model, aiming to lure squeezed consumers with fresh pasta and classics like prawn linguine.
A landmark partnership facilitates the return of sacred Anishinaabe artifacts, marking a significant step in cultural reconciliation and heritage preservation for Indigenous communities in Canada.
Penny Crown, a New York-style tavern, has opened in Calgary's Marda Loop, adding to the area's booming restaurant scene. Explore the new concept from restaurateur Tony Migliarese.
Popular Halifax restaurant 2 Doors Down is closing its Barrington Street location. The closure marks the end of an era for the downtown dining scene. Read more about the impact.
Memories Dining & Bar in Regina is frustrated as city parking attendants ticket delivery drivers in its loading zone, hurting business operations. Co-owner Nik Selimos speaks out.
Vancouver is streamlining patio permits for 2026, eliminating fees for small setups and simplifying applications to boost local restaurants and bars. Learn about the new rules.
The West End Cultural Centre in Winnipeg is confronting a significant cash flow problem, threatening its operations. Learn about the challenges and what it means for the city's arts scene.
From asking for ice to expecting free refills, travel experts reveal the dining behaviors that immediately identify American tourists abroad. Learn the cultural differences to blend in better.
Germany initiates the restitution of cultural artifacts looted by the Nazis to Poland, a significant act of historical justice and international cooperation.
Safari Market introduces authentic African-Caribbean buffet in Saskatoon, offering traditional dishes that remind customers of home. Experience cultural cuisine today!
Sudanese archaeologist Dr. Shadia Abdrabo works to preserve national heritage as conflict threatens to erase cultural history. Learn about the rescue efforts.
Paris's Louvre Museum will increase entry fees by 45% for most non-EU visitors starting 2025. Learn how this affects Canadian travelers planning European cultural trips.
Vancouver city council postpones a crucial vote on a proposed Filipino cultural centre and hotel after an emotional public hearing. The decision is delayed until next month.
Discover Alberta's hidden cultural gems through a new documentary exploring museums and monuments off the beaten path. Explore unique heritage sites across the province.
Jakarta's controversial dog meat ban has sparked heated debates between animal welfare advocates and cultural traditionalists. Learn about the ongoing conflict and its implications.
The world's only rubber duck museum relocates from Washington state to British Columbia in what organizers call a 'sink or swim moment' for preserving quirky cultural history.
Rare historic Sikh artifacts were displayed at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building in Regina, showcasing important cultural heritage to the public. Learn more about this significant exhibition.
Acclaimed author Thomas King reveals he is not Indigenous, sending shockwaves through Canada's cultural landscape. Learn how this impacts literary awards and Indigenous representation.
Edmonton Opera cancels Indians on Vacation after Thomas King's heritage revelation and Indigenous community consultations. Learn about this significant cultural decision.
Calgary's culinary scene shines with 14 restaurants on Open Table's 2025 Canada Top 100 list, plus two from Banff. Discover the winning eateries and national dining trends.
After 135 years, a sacred pipe belonging to Chief Whitecap has been repatriated to the Whitecap Dakota First Nation in a ceremony that also returned 60 pieces of historic regalia and beadwork.