Archive • Ottawa Diaries By Tommera! • Buttondown

January 15, 2024

So this just happened. I decided to shovel snow from the parking lot after drinking and eating and it wasn't a good idea. I started to feel slightly uneasy...

What I ended up doing my birthday!

January 11, 2024

This could be a good plan for anyone who is in Ottawa. If you are looking to do a birthday dinner/party it would be good to start with maybe Daldongnae, a...

What's your plan for this New Year?

December 31, 2023

I have been mainly staying at home during New Year's. Some life related things have been keeping me a bit busy (blog, family, other stuff) but I think it's...

It hasn't snowed much this December

December 30, 2023

Strangely enough, it hasn't snowed much this time of the year in Ottawa. The last year it has snowed a lot and even though the temperatures in Ottawa vary a...

Avoid Getting That Parking Ticket In Ottawa During Winters!

December 14, 2023

Just sharing this for your benefit! Every year during winters (Nov-Apr) the city may announce a parking ban to help clear the roads. If you are parking on...

If your flight gets cancelled in Delhi prepare for hell!

December 13, 2023

This just happened to me last week! My flight (United) from Delhi got cancelled. I had already checked in at the airport and just at my boarding gate when I...

Winter Is Almost Here, Here Are Some Things You Could Do!

December 13, 2023

Temperatures are going down and it's starting to get really cold in Ottawa. I think this year's winter is going to be a lot more rough compared to what we...

2023 Is Almost Ending; When Will I Be Moving Out Of Canada!

November 22, 2023

It's been almost 3 years since I have been living in Gatineau and I do like this place quite a lot. There was a time when I thought I will actually end up...

I Tried Ceramic Coating On My Car And It's Great!

November 22, 2023

Before I purchased my vehicle, one of my good 'car enthusiastic' friend told me that you must get ceramic coating done on your vehicle. Initially i was quite...

I think it's the first time ever I have spent $100+ bucks at a restaurant!

November 16, 2023

Just went to Gitanes last night and ended up spending $100 for their dining experience. This did not include the cost of the drinks. Here are some of my...

Jacques Cartier Is The Place To Go At Night!

November 14, 2023

We don't have much hills around the region but if you are looking for a scenic spot at night time then head over to the Jacques Cartier Park. There is ample...

Taking A Bus To Toronto From Ottawa During Rush Hours Can Be A Hassle

November 9, 2023

I was just shocked as to how long it can take to get to the Bus Station located in Byward Market during rush hours. Apparently it can take as much as an hour...

New Latin Dancing Spot in Gatineau Just Opened Up!

November 6, 2023

Right across Mardi Gras, there has been a new resto bar that would be converting to a Latin nightclub on weekends. The place is called Rouge Lune Resto-Bar...

Why I Got The VIP Membership At This Restaurant!

October 24, 2023

I have been going to Yunshang Restaurant in Ottawa so much that I decided to get their VIP membership and so far it's been worth it! I think I paid $20 bucks...

My Chevy is Finally Here

October 24, 2023

I decided to trade up my Subaru 2017 for a Chevrolet Trax this time of the year. I had been waiting to trade in my car for atleast a few months now and had...

How to spend a night in Ottawa?

October 2, 2023

Here is a quick recipe for having a blast in Ottawa! Start at a restaurant in Ottawa! I would recommend maybe around the Byward Market. If you are looking...

A quick way to check on your chevy order!

September 30, 2023

Chevy has apparently disabled the ability to check the order status of their vehicles for their customers due to 'logistical problems'. I am not sure why...

My visit to Gogiya Sushi N Poke

September 30, 2023

To finish of my list for the best korean restaurants in Ottawa, I actually did end up going to Gogiya Sushi N Poke as well on Bank Street. I think the place...

September 2023 was all about country!

September 29, 2023

Ended up visiting Kansas City! So good to be back in Missouri after all these years! Finally I got to try all the BBQ food that I missed out on while living...