The Virtual Foodie

The Virtual Foodie From Mumbai's bustling streets to the serene shores of Vancouver, and now exploring the charming Ottawa, I'm on a culinary adventure!

Follow me on Instagram too and I look forward to taking you on my foodie adventures around the world.

08/16/2026

Y’all-day long. 🤠✨

Grab your boots and hit the cobbles—Toronto Country Fest is bringing a little bit of Nashville right to the Distillery District.

🎵 Live Music: Daily performances from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🐂 Mechanical Bull: Test your grit weekdays 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Weekends 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM

👯Line Dancing: Free lessons Wednesdays (Intermediate) & Fridays (Beginner) from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

🎸 Nashville Nights: DJ sets Fridays & Saturdays from 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM

🍺Drinks & Eats: Tequila sampling, craft beer, and BBQ specials all month long

Free admission, zero dust, maximum twang. Let’s ride. 🌾🍻

07/23/2026

Sushiyana in Gatineau has been worth all the hype its been on social media and so much more. Their Burrito- probably one of the funnest and tastiest Japanese dishes I’ve had. The sauces, the fish- all of it just comes together amazingly.🌮🐠🍣⭐️
The pushpop is a whole lot of fun. The novelty is great and I added mango 🥭 🐟in my sushi so the freshness was great…. And I was surprised to see the gold dust ⭐️on it- all in all felt like I was eating a work of art. I would 100 percent recommend this spot!! 🤌

[sushi push pop, sushi burrito, gatineau, ottawa, thevirtualfoodie]

07/22/2026

This place is a real gem! In Byward, its hard to miss and has some amazing deals on cheese,olives, burrata, charcuterie meats, olive oil, pasta sauces, authentic Italian products and so much more. The best part if the hidden restaurant and panineria

07/20/2026

Finding the ultimate sweet tooth fix is a serious mission, and these massive, gourmet treats absolutely deliver. This spot is famous for stocking those perfectly thick, deeply satisfying cookies with a dreamy, squishy center that practically melts in your mouth.

The secret is out! 🚨 You can now grab Squish Cookies freshly baked and warm inside Tahinis! 🍪🔥

These massive, stuffed masterpieces are literal cookies stuffed with pure goodness.

Pro-tip: if you’re hitting up the Laurier branch, you may even be able to pair your warm cookie up with ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience! 🍦🤤

Here is the insane lineup to choose from:
✨ Snickerdoodle – Soft, spiced cookie stuffed with rich dulce de leche.

🍫 Classic Nutella – Milk and white chocolate chip stuffed with a thick layer of Nutella.

🥕 Carrot Cake – Perfectly spiced cake cookie stuffed with sweet cream cheese.

🤎 Brownie – A rich, fudgy chocolate cookie stuffed with smooth cookie butter.

❤️ Red Velvet Cheesecake – Vibrant red velvet stuffed with a luscious cream cheese core.

🥜 Reese’s Peanut Butter – For the ultimate chocolate-PB lovers, stuffed with rich ganache.

Which flavor are you grabbing first? 👇
Spot: Skuish Cookies
Inside Tahinis (Head to the Laurier Ave branch for that ice cream pairing!)

07/14/2026

The ultimate late-night destination to unwind, spill the tea, and keep the conversations going with your favorite people. Whether you are craving a warm, deeply comforting brew or some incredible street food, this cozy spot is the perfect place to settle in and catch up until the early hours of the morning.

☕️ Warm, aromatic sips like Royal Saffron Chai and classic Masala Chai

🥤 Cool and refreshing Summer Drinks Specials to beat the heat

🥟 Street food favorites like spicy Samosa Chaat and Unlimited Gol Gappa

🍔 Savory bites including their signature Chicken Burger

🍨 Sweet, indulgent treats like a rich, layered Falooda

Must try: A steaming cup of Royal Saffron Chai paired with their Samosa Chaat for the ultimate cozy pairing.

📍 1081 Carling Ave, Ottawa
⏰ Open late — till 2 AM weekdays & 4 AM on weekends!

Spot: Chai Talks

07/14/2026

Hot pot season is truly a year-round mood at this cozy gathering spot. There is nothing quite like sitting around a bubbling, deeply flavorful broth and cooking up a custom feast.

🥩 Hot Pot Combo for Two packed with premium sliced lamb and beef

🌶️ Half-and-half pots to mix the signature bone marrow broth with fiery Spicy or tangy Tomato

🍜 Fresh handmade noodles and tofu for the perfect balance

🥚 Endless fresh additions like beef tripe, quail eggs, and handmade meatballs

Must try: The signature 6-hour rich bone marrow broth that is so flavorful it does not even need dipping sauces.

Spot: Happy Lamb Hot Pot
Location: 1514 Merivale Road, Ottawa

07/14/2026

Taking dinner and a show to completely new heights, this Indian culinary destination offers a sensory experience like no other. The energy is unmatched as smoky aromas and sizzling spices come to life right at the table.

🍗🍛 Flavorful mains ranging from Smokey Butter Chicken to rich Lamb Rogan Josh

🫓 Crispy garlic naan paired with comforting Dal Makhani and Paneer Tikka

🍰 Sweet finishes like the beautiful Jalebi Rabdi

Must try: The table side tandoori chicken that sizzles right in front of you. And the summer menu that is $45 CAD for 3 courses.

Spot: Ek Bar
Location: 225 Preston Street, Ottawa

07/14/2026

Get the bibs ready because this spot takes the seafood boil experience to a whole new level. It is the ultimate hands-on feast where massive buckets arrive loaded with the freshest catches soaked in incredible sauces.

🦀 Ocean Bucket combo with crab, shrimp, and mussels

🧄 Flavors like classic Cajun Garlic Butter, Lemon Pepper, or Dynamite Sauce

🍟 Land and Sea combos with Loaded Shrimps and Cajun Wings

🦪 Freshly shucked oysters and Dynamite Calamari appetizers

Must try: The massive Family Bucket drenched in Cajun Garlic Butter.

Spot: .ottawa
Location: 2284 Tenth Line Road, Orleans

07/14/2026

Home cooking a special meal at half the rate of a restaurant, twice as slow and thrice as filling…. I’d take it anyday.

In under $50 we ate scallops, prawns and salmon with sourdough and busted out a special bottle from the selection, a Bulgarian wine.

A little effort, planning, patience and lots of plating and washing the dishes later- we had one of the best meals ever.

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