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Paula Roy
proy@ottawaathome.ca
Biography
Along with her regular contributions as food editor, Paula Roy has a knack for finding exciting new happenings on the restaurant scene and bringing them to OTTAWA AT HOME in her Fresh Bites Column. Paula has a passion for food as a gourmet cook and innovative entertainer. Paula makes it her job to keep on top of all food-related issues so that readers are kept up to date.
All articles of Paula Roy
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Restaurant proposal
Those living in the southern reaches of the region know that the Main Street Cellar in Manotick is a great spot for a private party – whether ... -
Bite Sized Catering: Peridot 45
“I have always had a passion for food and entertaining – it’s what I love to do best,” enthuses Shirley. “I came up with my mini-dish concept ... -
Balls in the air
Have you always worked in the restaurant business? I started out in high school peeling potatoes at a diner in Florenceville (NB), then attended ... -
Great Canadian Cheese Festival 2013
This event offers the chance to connect with some remarkable products. “When you bite into an artisan cheese, you’re really tasting the passion ... -
A Taste For Life- hope made delicious
A launch event was held April 15 at Urban Element to generate additional buzz in advance of the big day. On hand to present delicious treats ... -
Comfort food
BLACKBIRD CAFÉ When visiting the Blackbird Café in Burnstown, don’t be surprised if the table on your right is occupied by an ... -
The wizard of Oz
“Our success at Gold Medal Plates has definitely had a positive impact,” says Jamie. “The restaurant is busier, for sure, and more people are ... -
Ottawa measures up well against 2013 food trend...
1) Trickle-up effect: Dining trends will start in street markets, not restaurants. The City of Ottawa will issue twenty new food truck ... -
Festive meal making
Heart & Crown Irish Pubs On December 25, the Heart & Crown Irish Pubs will be marking two decades of feeding the less fortunate – it’s an ... -
Oh bartender!
What is flair bartending and how did you get started? Flair bartending dazzles guests with the manipulation of bar tools like shakers and liquor ... -
The spirit of gezellig
Major renovations have transformed a bland bank building into a space that is both cozy and impressive, drawing the hungry and the curious in ... -
Living the gourmet life
As someone who is passionate about food, what do you love about your new home and neighbourhood? We now enjoy more of a European lifestyle in ... -
Downsizing in the kitchen
It was exactly this dilemma that spurred successful Ottawa cookbook author and professional home economist Ellie Topp to create Fresh and Healthy ... -
Salmon with dijon and sesame glaze
1 tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp honey ¼ tsp sesame oil 2 salmon fillets, about 4 oz. ea 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds Preheat oven to 425F. In a small -
Dining by design
Contemporary: ARC Lounge The décor at ARC speaks volumes for its dining experience, long before you’ve ever tasted a bite. Trendy, sleek and ... -
Preserving 101
I recently participated in a very fun fruit preserving workshop with Seattle’s Brook Hurst Stephens, a certified Master Food Preserver whose ... -
Recipes- apple butter, apple pie preserves, pear...
Recipes Apple Butter Recipe created by Paula Roy I created this recipe as an updated version of traditional apple butter, something that I ... -
Perfectly pleasing pears
During my recent trip to Washington State’s fruit belt, it was fascinating to learn more about the pear farming industry; a very important part ... -
Recipe- Beet and Pear Salad
Ingredients: 4 medium beets 2 medium pears (Bartlett or Bosc are best) 2 -3 tbsp good quality olive oil 1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar 1/3 cup crumbled ... -
Enjoying the fruits of the season
In late September, I was one of six Canadian food writers brought to Washington to learn more about the organic fruit industry. Why Washington? ... -
Recipe – Apple Oatmeal Cookies
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1/2 cup quick cooking (not minute) oats 1/3 cup sesame ... -
Expert tips on wine & food pairing
Q: Many people seem to becoming increasingly food savvy; is the same thing happening with wine? A: Yes, although there is a bit of a stigma with ... -
Diners unite at Union: Local 613
At the front of the house are Ivan Gedz and Matt Fantin, with Chris Lord leading the kitchen brigade. Part of their venture’s success stems from ... -
Culinary creativity in the capital
Thus, it came as no surprise that over 100 people turned up at the Ottawa School of Art early on a Friday morning in late July for a ... -
ZaZaZa - Pizza with Pizzazz
In Ottawa, we've traditionally been offered an abundance of thick-crusted, cheese-slathered pies, but for those who prefer a judiciously-topped, ... -
Delicious things brewing for first annual National...
But one of the biggest developments of late has been the establishment of a solid local craft brewing industry. Ontario is actually now ... -
Packing the perfect picnic basket
To assemble the perfect gourmet picnic basket with as little effort as possible, composed entirely of locally-produced goodies, check out ... -
Grilling goodness with Ted Reader
I got the chance to sit down with him and talk about his 18th cookbook – called Beerlicious: The Art of Grillin’ & Chillin’ and more! Q: I’ve ... -
Ottawa warmly welcomes Prince Edward County wines
On May 9, the beautiful Panorama Room in the National Arts Centre was the setting for a unique event called The County in the City, which ... -
14th Annual ‘A Taste for Life’ set for April 25
Imagine a fundraiser where you don’t have to listen to speeches, don’t have to eat rubber chicken and you don’t have to get dressed up if you ...

