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    • Canada
      • Alberta
      • British Columbia
      • Ontario
        • London
        • Ottawa
        • Toronto
      • Quebec
        • Montreal
        • Quebec Maritime
        • Quebec City Region
        • Saguenay Lac St. Jean
    • Colombia
    • Europe
      • Spain
      • Portugal
      • Ireland
      • France
    • UK
      • Northern Ireland
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Restaurant Review

Iconic Hotels–Drinks at The Plaza in New York City– #Travel #USA

August 20, 2020July 25, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

Have a Mint Julep at the Iconic Plaza Hotel in New York City We had spent the day in conference rooms.  Speaking to sponsors and meeting other bloggers that we only knew online.  We wanted … Read more

Good Eats in Montreal, 5 Amazing Foods you MUST Try!

April 12, 2023July 7, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott
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I just returned from Montréal and I loved it.  There is nothing like visiting this great Canadian city to remind you of the beauty of having two cultures in one country.  Montréal is always bustling … Read more

Big Apple on the 401 an Ontario Attraction

July 4, 2021March 25, 2015 by Margarita Ibbott

One of the most fun stops on the way to Montréal or Ottawa from London or Toronto is a stop at The Big Apple on the 401 in Colbourne. Since we usually do that drive … Read more

The Iron Skillet– Collingwood, Ontario TripAdvisor Suggestion gone wrong

March 28, 2023August 26, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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I love to eat out.  Many reasons not the least of which is I am a not-so-great-a-cook.  This time we had to go out as the resort we were staying at did not have a … Read more

Palms Krystal Bar & Grill, Port Huron, MI #ChickenInTheRough– #RestaurantReview #TravelTuesday

September 2, 2020July 29, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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What a great surprise. I have been to Port Huron, Michigan 50 times… I love going to this small boarder town for a quick shopping excursion, a place to take Amtrak to Chicago or just … Read more

Black Dog Village Pub and Bistro– Bayfield, Ontario–Hit & Miss -The Beer Was Good – Restaurant Review

February 22, 2022July 14, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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We convinced my Aunt from Montreal to come for a visit.  I always like to take some sort of day trip to any number of lovely places within a few hours of London.  Last summer … Read more

Murphy’s Law Pub–#TheBeaches #Toronto–Restaurant Review

June 15, 2020May 6, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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I love to eat out. Any opportunity, I don’t have to come up with a creative meal for five is a great day for me.  That being said, I like creating dishes just not the … Read more

Bannock in Toronto Canadian Fare at its best–Restaurant Review

May 28, 2021December 26, 2013 by Margarita Ibbott
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Photo Credit: bannock website bannock located on the corner of Bay and Queen Street Toronto This was my second visit to Bannock.  Located on the corner of Bay and Queen Street in downtown Toronto, its … Read more

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DOWNSHIFTING: a movement to voluntarily simplify your life (slow down, minimize, review priorities). I am all about less stuff and more travel.

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Whether I’m savouring exquisite culinary delights, wandering through world-class museums, connecting with Indigenous cultures, or indulging in luxury stays, I go beyond the surface to bring destinations alive.

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