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5 Chic, Sleek and Unique Restaurants to visit in Ottawa

Break out your suits and little black dresses and check out Ottawa’s classiest culinary establishments. Ottawa is filled with gourmet pleasures they hide in winding roads and busy downtown burrows.

Giovanni’s Restaurantg

Tucked away in the heart of Little Italy lies a jewel called Giovanni’s. With Valet parking and four-star food this restaurant is a must go for those of you who love authentic Italian Food. This restaurant offers exclusive traditional dishes and specialties. Whether you’re parting for two or 30 this restaurant accommodates a variety of occasions. I personally know an abundance of foodies who go to Giovanni’s on a regular basis to embellish their flavor pallets with their flavorful foods.  Known for outstanding service, hospitality, ambiance and food Giovanni’s also caters to wine connoisseurs with the most extensive wine cellars in Ottawa as well as a great selection of spirits.

Signaturess

Every aspiring chef dreams to study at the Cordon Bleu in Paris. Ottawa’s Cordon Bleu Culinary school sits beside Signatures Restaurant. Located in the historic Munross mansion on Laurier Avenue East, Signatures Restaurant offers sophisticated banquet rooms, whispy winding staircases and crystal chandeliers.

Signatures prides itself on bringing a modern twist to the fine dining experience by combining world class modern French cuisine with old world charm and elegance.

Every week they feature a new original lunch menu as well as Tuesday and Wednesday Night Blind Menu for couples. The blind menu also has a vegetarian option and features a special menu created by Executive Chef Yannick Anton, it includes a bottle of house wine and a four course meals for $119.95 per couple.

 

 

Luxel

Known as the location to find Ottawa’s Best Steak and Burgers Luxe is hidden in the heart of the Byward Market. I have personally tried the Avacado burger at Luxe and it was an unforgettable experience. The flavours soared through my mouth like an eagle flying across the sky, smooth and elegant. This upscale bistro is a must visit for anything from their amazing chocolate martini’s to inventive burger menu.

Canal Ritzc

Located on the Rideau River the Canal Ritz is rich in culture not to mention the exceptional view. The menu is modern Italian. The Canal Ritz is well known to Ottawanians and loved by all. Whether you are looking for a fancy place to have a nice glass of wine and enjoy the breath taking scenery, or you’re hungry for Italian delicacies The Canal Ritz is a must visit Ottawa Culinary Gem.

 

The Shore Clubsc

Located in Ottawa’s highest rated hotel The Westin Shore Club is a oceanic wonder. The Shore Club was newly remodeled and features a daily fresh sheet which outlines “the finest seafood available” according to their site. You can also reserve the private dining room for business meetings as well as social gatherings.

 

I personally recommend each of these five places to any patron wanting to enjoy fine dining in Ottawa. Each of these places have a dress code and an esthetically pleasing ambiance to go along side it. Although Ottawa is small we have some hidden culinary Gems that will give your taste buds a run for its’ money.

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Corners on Main

The Corners on Main is a new condo development in the heart of old Ottawa East, located at 166 Main Street. The development of the project has been contracted to Domicile Developments. Roderick Lahey and John Doran are the lead architects of the buildings. The 3.5 acre site was purchased by Doran from the Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 2014 with the promise of preserving their convent. The two six story buildings consists of 140 customizable units and retail space on the ground floor. Sales of the condos have already begun with prices ranging from $150,500 to 594,500.

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The Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus were sent to Ottawa in 1902 from France to provide scholastic and domestic services to the oblate Fathers. By 1910 the Sisters had established their own convent on Oblate Avenue. The convent is well known for their vegetable garden on the northwest portion of the property near Main St. The convent will remain beside The Corners on Main for the remaining sisters to live out the rest of their days.

0808-home-corners-caption-site-plan-for-the-corners-a-condFloor Plans for the Corners on Main Buildings

The buildings are conveniently located on Main Street between Oblate Avenue and Springhurst Avenue, just minutes away from the Rideau River and the Rideau Canal. There is a private park between the two pet friendly buildings where residents can bring their animals to enjoy a smoke free environment. The building amenities include a fitness facility, guest suits, and a rooftop terrace.

terraceThe Roof Top Terrace will be available to All Residents

Corners on Main will breathe new life into Main Street with the modernization of the building. Not only will it bring more residents to the street, it will also bring new retailers to the area sprucing up the economy. Sales for the units launched in early July. These upscale units vary in price starting at 150,500 for a 291 square foot pied-a-terre unit to 594,500 for a 1431 square foot two bedroom unit with a terrace. Each unit comes with a four year extended warranty and is backed by Enbridge savings by design. Parking spaces are available to buy for units other than the pied-a-terre units for $33,000.There will be parking available to rent for $33 a month. The development is scheduled for completion in 2017.