I wanted to share this recipe here because we almost lost it, and I wanted to make sure it’s somewhere we can easily find it again. This rum punch was a summertime staple when we gathered around the swimming pool at my in-laws’ place. It feels a little misplaced to revere a recipe for an […]
29 Mar, 2026
Posted by: andrea tomkins In: Ottawa
Looking to try archery in Ottawa? (Or searching for a slightly different date night idea??) One of the easiest ways to get started is by booking a beginner lesson at the RA Centre archery range. Mark has been getting more familiar with the facility and its offerings because he’s been playing in a recreational pickleball […]
27 Mar, 2026
Posted by: andrea tomkins In: travel talk
Last weekend we took a stroll around the Mill of Kintail just outside of Almonte. I’ve only been here three or four times (and that’s including last Saturday) and I can’t rightly decide which season is best for a visit. It’s quite possible it’s all of them. As you can see, we brought Sunny with […]
My name is Andrea and I live in Ottawa with my husband Mark and our dog Sunny who is kind of a big deal on Instagram. During the day I work as a freelance writer. I am a longtime Ottawa blogger and I've occupied this little corner of the WWW since 1999. The Fishbowl is my whiteboard, water cooler, and journal, all rolled into one. I'm passionate about healthy living, arts and culture, travel, great gear, good food, and sharing the best of Ottawa. I also love vegetables, photography, gadgets, and great design.
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