Eating off the Hill: Food with a history at Ben’s Chili Bowl
When researching places I had to eat in Washington, DC, one that kept coming up was Ben’s Chili Bowl. A DC staple since 1958, Ben’s holds a special place in…
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About Alberta’s Proposed Ban On Trans Athletes
Among the heartless and cruel things that Danielle Smith announced in her "policy package" about parental rights (anti-transgender policy, really), was an absolute ban on transgender women competing in sports…
About Alberta’s Proposed Ban On Trans Athletes
Among the heartless and cruel things that Danielle Smith announced in her "policy package" about parental rights (anti-transgender policy, really), was an absolute ban on transgender women competing in sports…
Musical interlude
Thornley – Come Again
Friday Afternoon Links
Miscellaneous material to end your week. – Amy Peng et al. examine the profound positive impact of mask mandates in reducing the spread of COVID-19 in Ontario. And Sheena Cruickshank…
Eating on the road: Eating all the calories at Shake Shack
Right now I am am averaging about one visit to Shake Shack a year, since they are only in the United States. I went a year ago November in New…
Thursday Afternoon Links
This and that for your Thursday reading. – Rachael Lyle-Thompson discusses how children are happier in countries with social safety nets which reduce the anxiety level around them. And Eric…
Eating off the Hill: Eating all the calories at Shahe Shack
Right now I am am averaging about one visit to Shake Shack a year, since they are only in the United States. I went a year ago November in New…
Eating on the road: Bougie breakfast at KŌST in Toronto
During a trip a little while back to downtown Toronto, I found myself in the market for a leisurely breakfast/brunch. Not feeling the local greasy spoons, which, to be honest,…
Eating off the Hill: Bougie breakfast at KŌST in Toronto
During a trip a little while back to downtown Toronto, I found myself in the market for a leisurely breakfast/brunch. Not feeling the local greasy spoons, which, to be honest,…
Tuesday Night Cat Blogging
Surrounded cat.
Eating on the road: Restaurant Moccione in Montreal
My favourite meal in Montreal probably came on my last night. During my pre-trip research, Restaurant Moccione had come up a few times as one of the better restaurants in…
Eating off the Hill: Restaurant Moccione in Montreal
My favourite meal in Montreal probably came on my last night. During my pre-trip research, Restaurant Moccione had come up a few times as one of the better restaurants in…
The Collapse Of The American Empire
The United States is giving us a real-time view into the collapse of an empire. The 2024 election cycle will determine whether the final failures happen quickly (and soon), or…
Tuesday Morning Links
This and that for your Tuesday reading. – Stephanie Bouchoucha et al. offer a reminder that Australia (like other jurisdictions) needs to do far better in reducing the harm caused…
The Collapse Of The American Empire
The United States is giving us a real-time view into the collapse of an empire. The 2024 election cycle will determine whether the final failures happen quickly (and soon), or…
Eating on the road: First visit to the iconic Schwartz’s Deli
Every other time I've been to Montreal it has either been for sports, like a Habs or Expos game, or for political, like a Liberal conference. This was the first…
About That "Car Theft Problem"
So, in the last few days, much virtual ink has been spilled by the press and conservative politicians about Canada's "car theft problem". I'm not going to spend a ton…
Monday Afternoon Links
Miscellaneous material to start your week. – Oliver Milman reports on new research showing that shipping, aviation and industry are the three areas where carbon emissions are remaining at their…
Eating off the Hill: First visit to the iconic Schwartz’s Deli
Every other time I’ve been to Montreal it has either been for sports, like a Habs or Expos game, or for political, like a Liberal conference. This was the first…