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This food-obsessed
neighbourhood is a
pedestrian’s favourite
destination, especially
with so many specialty
shops nestled between
cafés and bakeries
seafood
Since 1934, The Elmdale has
been a neighbourhood staple
that has never strayed too far
from its original grit and charm.
It’s still one of the best places
to have a pint with a diverse
supporting menu: find salt fish
fritters, salmon, steak, and, of
course, oysters.
1084 Wellington St. W.,
elmdaletavern.com
local insider
Daniela Manrique, chef
of Spanish and Latino
inspired Soca Kitchen,
always buys her restau-
rant’s hand soaps from
terra20 (1304 Wel-
lington St. W). “It’s the
perfect go to place for
holiday gifts.” At least
once a month, she gets
a box of doughnuts
from Suzy Q (969 Wel-
lington St. W). Some-
thing about the fun at
the Bowling west Park
lanes (1205 Wellington
St. W) really reminds her
of her childhood.
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holiday 2017
Gourmet oils
A tasting bar unlike any other,
Emulsify is a trove of tradi-
tional and flavoured olive oils
and balsamic vinegars from
around the world. Hints of ha-
banero, espresso, garlic, lemon,
rosemary, and much more are
kept fresh in dozens of stainless
steel drums. The concept is
simple: sample exotic oils before
bringing one home. You might
have trouble making up your
mind… 1283-B Wellington St. W.,
emulsifyottawa.ca
Thyme & Again
kitchen support
At the lovely Thyme & Again,
you’ll find healthy and homey
goodies to grace your table or
your kitchen. Take their word
for it: “you may never bake
again!” 1255 Wellington St. W.,
thymeandagain.ca
veGan treats
Poptarts, ice cream sandwiches,
pizza, handpies — you name it,
Little Jo Berry’s Coffee & Eats
has it. All its snacks and meals
are free of dairy and eggs, and
are big on variety and colour.
1305 Wellington St. W.,
littlejoberrys.com
GEttinG thErE Running between Island Park Drive to the
west and Bayview Road to the east, the lifeline of this hood
is the street by the same name. BuS 11 on wellinGton
Street weSt