13 Feb, 2008
Posted by: andrea tomkins In: Easy ways to make kids happy|Recipes and Food
First, you buy a coconut:  (Emma picked this out the last time we were at Farm Boy. Each kid was allowed to pick one healthy item. Emma picked the coconut, Sarah picked pistachio nuts.) This is a good time to teach your kids how to pick a fresh coconut. Do the old shake and listen. […]
07 Feb, 2008
Posted by: andrea tomkins In: - Ottawa for kids|Easy ways to make kids happy|Ottawa|Photography|Recipes and Food
I love Winterlude. We go every year. It happens at just the right time, don’t you think? The days are getting a little longer and a little brighter, the sun is a wee bit warmer, and most importantly, the arrival of Winterlude means that Spring (SPRING!) is finally within sight. (!) I wrote about Winterlude in […]
13 Jan, 2008
Posted by: andrea tomkins In: Ottawa|Recipes and Food
Unless someone makes a recommendation, John’s might be dropped from the newest version of CheapEats Ottawa… which is mere seconds away from a big print run. Ack! John’s is a landmark – an Ottawa institution – and we can’t let it go! So, if you’re able, please tell us: 1) why you like this place and 2) what you […]
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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