C I T Y S P O T L I G H T
and want to eat downtown, you can't go wrong with Zak's Diner on
Elgin. The diner-style menu offers towering pancakes, burgers, poutine
and their famous milkshakes. At the popular and historic ByWard
Market you can enjoy tacos, fajitas and more at the Blue Cactus Bar &
Grill, or visit Cocotte Bistro for an upscale date night featuring a "sea-
cuterie" of ocean delights including smoked salmon, shellfish and
seared tuna.
Don't leave Ottawa without trying a BeaverTail! This popular
deep-fried Canadian pastry, topped with candies or savoury options
as you like, was invented there in 1978. It's one of the sweet stops
you can enjoy on the C'est Bon self-guided food tour where you use
an app to discover and sample market restaurants and food stands.
STAY IN STYLE
Located close to popular sights including Parliament Hill, the
National Arts Centre, the Rideau Canal, Confederation Park and the
ByWard Market, the Lord Elgin Hotel opened in 1941 and provides ele-
gant and spacious rooms in the heart of the action.
TREAT YOURSELF
Take a swim in the indoor pool at the Lord Elgin or for a totally pam-
pering experience spend the day at the Holtz Spa on Rideau Street.
Opt for the Romance Package to enjoy a fireside couple's massage
and pedicures for two.
TRAVEL PLANNER
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