Large food chains are taking over Ottawa’s neighbourhood The Glebe, making restaurant owners worried about business -but not Feleena’s or the Wild Oat. These restaurants have stood the test of time. Find out what tricks they have up their sleeve. Produced by Sandrine Murray, Jasmine Sikand, and Sidney Weiss Special thanks to Feleena’s and the Wild Oat Music: Sounds by Victor Rodriguez, Soul Food by Purple Planet...
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He’s creepy, he’s crawly, and oh so terrifying. Dr. Rigormorto is coming your way. He made an appearance at Ottawa’s most recent comic-con where he delighted in scaring children. Dare to be scared! Produced by Amy Cook, Rachel Dale, and Nick Laws Special thanks to Scott McClelland and Ben Woo Music courtesy of...
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Maxime-Edouard loves to sketch. That love eventually led to his affinity for writing and world-building. His first published book “Gandatron” is coming soon. Dive into a world full of aliens and spaceships. Produced by Gillian Francis, Bailee Pegden, and Kaylyn Whibbs Special thanks to everyone at Ability First Ottawa for being so cooperative and willing to help at every step of the way. Thank you to the Huard family for...
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Top Chef Canada winner René Rodriguez is cooking up a storm in his Ottawa restaurant, Orto Trattoria. Watch Rodriguez open up about his passion for food and for his restaurant, as he cooks in his kitchen. Produced by Aaron Hemens, Mona Mahmoud, and Joshua Soucie Special thanks to Rene Rodriguez, Razmon Poisson, Michael Mackinnon, and Orto Trattoria. Music by...
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After sustaining injuries during deployments with the Navy, Joe Kiraly faced serious mental health challenges. While still experiencing physical obstacles, Kiraly believes therapy and his wife, Claire, have contributed significantly to his emotional well-being. Produced by Rory Gilheany, Lauren Sproule, and Marina Wang Special thanks to Joe and Claire Kiraly Music:...
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Speaking from a lifetime of experience, chef Cezin Nottaway describes Algonquin food as simple. To braised moose meat she adds onions, black tea, salt, and pepper. Nottaway, who owns her own catering company, prepared this dish in a cooking demonstration at Carleton University’s library as part of an event discussing Indigenous food ways. Thank you to Cezin Nottaway, Barbara Dumont-Hill, Nathalie Cook, Jennifer Adams, and Carleton...
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This past June, Christine Seaby started teaching fitness classes for people with Parkinson’s disease out of her garage. Recently, she has opened up a gym in Ottawa where anyone with the disease is welcome to work out in a way that suits their needs. Christine opened the gym so that those affected by Parkinson’s can engage in physical activity that lessens their symptoms while interacting with others who share the same issues as them....
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