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Tastes of Toronto

Posted on 9 August 2009 by leacock

A few food notes from the Kwan/Lee visit. How appropriate, given what the return suitcases are holding… (Side note: So far, it’s been a good summer for grilling in Toronto. Let’s hope the weather holds until Labour Day.) 1. Korean … Continue reading →

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Amsterdam, 19-21 May 2009

Posted on 31 May 2009 by leacock

The Leacock gang’s mini northern-European tour ended with a quick stop in Amsterdam, the city of one million bicycles (yet curiously, only 700,000 inhabitants). After arriving at Schipol airport, we made the 20 minute trip into the centre by train … Continue reading →

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Stockholm, 9-11 May 2009

Posted on 18 May 2009 by leacock

We spent a short but enjoyable couple of days in Stockholm last week. The first highlight of our trip actually took place during the express train ride in from Arlanda airport. The journey itself was smooth and fast, but we … Continue reading →

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Butter tart trail

Posted on 4 December 2008 by leacock

The township of Wellington North has a Butter Tart Trail. For real! This article from the Toronto Star (3 December 2008) will whet your appetite, but you’ll also need the official map to plan your visit properly. Since we’re on … Continue reading →

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Norway: practical information

Posted on 18 April 2007 by leacock

Here’s some practical information and links on restaurants, accommodation, shop hours etc. in Bergen, and things to do outside Bergen.

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Start spreading the news

Posted on 7 April 2006 by leacock

I’m leaving today, I want to be a part of it… Yes, NY, NY, but more importantly, Katz’s DeliKatz’s Deli, home since 1888 of the finest pastrami on rye in existence. For those of you lucky enough to be in … Continue reading →

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Winter in Boston

Posted on 4 March 2006 by leacock

Despite subzero temperatures, the Big Director (masquerading as a Ukranian peasant woman), the Man of the House and the heir to the Man of the House recently spent a lovely weekend in Boston. Indoor activities such as breakfasting, lunching and … Continue reading →

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25 for $25 in Seattle

Posted on 3 November 2005 by leacock

November is one of our favourite times of the year in Seattle. All month, Sunday through Thursday, 25 restaurants around the city are featuring a $25 prix fixe three-course dinner. Brasa and Restaurant Zoë are old “25 for $25” favourites … Continue reading →

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