The Ottawa Insider
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An Ottawa discovery account sharing local food stops alongside city events, lifestyle features and Canadian businesses.
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Inside Shinka’s sushi bar
The Ottawa Insider shares a look at Shinka’s dine-in sushi bar on Sheffield Road.
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Build-your-own bowls at Poulet Rouge
The Ottawa Insider visits Poulet Rouge in the Glebe and explores its grilled chicken bowls, bases and toppings.
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Pizza night at Retro Gusto
The Ottawa Insider shares a pizza night with friends at Retro Gusto on Preston Street, with a look at its Italian food and dining atmosphere.
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Indian dishes at Sha’az in Kanata
The Ottawa Insider shares a visit to Sha’az, featuring lamb shank, Afghani chicken tikka and garlic naan. The video was published in August 2024.
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Shinka Sushi Bar
A Japanese sushi bar on Sheffield Road in Gloucester offering sushi, sashimi and specialty rolls, with dine-in and takeout options.
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Poulet Rouge — The Glebe
A grilled chicken restaurant in the Glebe offering customizable bowls with a choice of bases and toppings.
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Sha’az — Kanata
An Indian restaurant in Kanata with dishes including lamb shank, chicken tikka and naan.
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Retro Gusto
A pizzeria and bar in Little Italy serving Roman-style pizza, Italian snacks and small plates.
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