Whitehorse Brunch Roundup
When planning a Mother’s Day outing in Whitehorse, once thing is certain: There are a “brunch” of options. We feature 3.
Whitehorse Brunch Roundup Read More »
When planning a Mother’s Day outing in Whitehorse, once thing is certain: There are a “brunch” of options. We feature 3.
Whitehorse Brunch Roundup Read More »
Smoke and Sow, from food truck to Whitehorse restaurant. The menu includes beef brisket, pulled pork, racks of ribs and whole chickens.
Bringing BBQ to the masses Read More »
Antoinette’s Restaurant decided they would work through the pandemic by providing their fellow Yukoners with frozen meals so they could stock their freezers and enjoy the dishes when they wanted.
Stock your freezers Read More »
The Deli, as it is fondly nicknamed by so many, is a local icon to most Yukoners (not just those in Whitehorse), as well as to many travellers from around the world. (This tribute was written to help celebrate its 50th Anniversary on December 14, 2018.)
Fifty years of meat, sausage and community Read More »
Born in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Antoinette GreenOliph came to Ontario at 13 years of age. She recalls that her family was the
Ten years in Whitehorse and ready to celebrate! Read More »
The longer I have lived in Whitehorse, the more I have grown to understand that Yukoners crave Thai food and many will drive to Skagway just to taste the delicacies it offers.
Poutine. This simple, but tasty dish, was officially put in the dictionary in 2014 and listed in the top 10 Canadian inventions of all time.
In search of the perfect poutine Read More »
Big Bear Donair shares a parking lot with the old Salvation Army and wouldn’t be the first location many would look to for a new business venture.
March 8 is International Women’s Day. On this day we take the time to appreciate one another, mark the progress made, call for change, and celebrate the determination of community members to improve the lives of individuals who identify as women.
Celebrating progress Read More »
The Rendezvous event called Her Majesty’s Royal Feast is an elegant evening with a 5-course meal on Feb. 13 at the KDCC In its second
A royally good time Read More »
Sixteen of the country’s top prostate researchers are meeting in Whitehorse this month and it’s partly because of Mike Thorpe. “Mike is very much responsible
Ride for Dad Rolls Into Town Read More »
It’s been a long time since mammoths have been in the Yukon valley, but a new one just appeared August 9, albeit in the form
Red Mammoth Comes to Dawson Read More »
Oishi Sushi is a small lunch counter located on the second floor above Shoppers Drug Mart on Main Street. It’s truly a hidden gem. Oishi
O – Delicious Oishi Sushi Read More »
We needed to find a place to go for lunch that started with the letter “N”. Well, we needed look no further than the North
N – North Dragon Restaurant Read More »
We went for dinner at Miner’s Daughter, which is in the historic Capital Hotel building and I imagine, if the walls could talk, we’d all
M – Making New Memories in a Spot with History Read More »
Of course, you have noticed that many people from Switzerland visit the Yukon in summer. Did you ever ask yourself what they do in wintertime?
A Swiss Tradition in the North Read More »
Don’t you just hate it when you place your order for a dinner, after agonizing for 10 minutes, and then see something even better being
Grazing around the world Read More »
Manlig says he’s excited about the project and looks forward to seeing it through to completion. He’s worked on similar projects before and brings a
Erik Nielsen Gets a Long Overdue Facelift Read More »
by: Jillian Christmas Stepping off the plane in Whitehorse The last thing I expect to see is home Imagining I might roam this great black
February is Black History Month Read More »
Jennifer Tyldesley has spent her life behind the controls of aeroplanes: in the Air Force, flying search and rescue and most recently for Air North.
Better When It’s Bitter Read More »
“It is really nice here,” says Virginie Hamel as she looks at the high ceilings and natural woods of the Meadow Lakes Golf Club chalet.
Comfort food can be healthy Read More »
I picked up my companion to go for lunch at Legends Smokehouse & Grill, located in the Yukon Inn. We were pleased to find it
L – Make Yourself at Home Read More »
Toronto-based poet Claire Caldwell’s role as writer-in-residence at the Berton House in Dawson City ends this month. Caldwell is no stranger to the Yukon. She
Rooted in the Yukon Read More »
Klondike Rib & Salmon is only open in the summer. Both tourists and locals alike flocking to the restaurant. It’s a welcoming place, from the
K – Come See Why People Line Up Read More »
The young woman is dancing like nobody is watching, lip syncing animatedly to Abba’s “Dancing Queen.” It is 2 p.m. on a Monday and Klondike
The Queen Bee of Klondike Rib & Salmon Read More »
It was a nice, sunny day, the day we decided to go to the Java Connection. It immediately felt right, with its friendly and vibrant
J – Java Connection – ” It Immediately Felt Right” Read More »
The CutOff Restaurant & Pub has really nice customers. On a Sunday night, looking at the crowd that has come in for the ever-changing weekly
The CutOff Restaurant & Pub: Real food for real Yukoners Read More »
The Hue Oasis Restaurant in the Skky Hotel was a pleasant surprise. My companion and I, even though neither of us had been there before,
H – Hue Oasis – “A Host of Colourful Flavours” Read More »
Looking for a busting, bawling, rocking good time that’s also for a good cause? Then head out to the Gr8ful Spud on May 28th for
Pony Up For A Good Cause Read More »
It was time to go out for dinner and, since my regular companion was still on the high seas, I invited yet another friend. I
G – G&P Steakhouse – “Come As You Are for a Fine Evening Out” Read More »
In less than a year, Erin Loxam has found her way to the heart of the Yukon — through its stomach. While still a cheechako, she
Want to Try a New Restaurant? Read More »
A weary traveller can be forgiven for expecting typical food in a highway restaurant, even in a nice place like the Skky Hotel in Whitehorse.
Fusion of fun and authenticity Read More »
It was a beautiful sunny day when we went for lunch at Earls Restaurant. We agreed to meet there at 1 o’clock, but I arrived
E – Earls – “A Cozy Meal in a Busy Place” Read More »
The minute you walk into The Deli at Yukon Meat and Sausage you know you are in a special environment. The place simply smells like,
D – The Deli – “Euro-mazing” Read More »
Last week, I took place in the YFS 48 Hour Film Challenge. Along with five friends, we created a music video to a Michael Feuerstack
48 Hour Film Festival Read More »
Where to go for dinner? I couldn’t decide but I knew there are many restaurants in Whitehorse from which to choose. But how to choose?
A – Antoinette’s Restaurant “A is for Awesome” Read More »
If you’ve walked past Bocelli’s Pizzeria lately, you may have seen a small sign in the window advertising its farewell. The local makers of saucy,
Guess what I did today? I ate Thai Food. Coconut rice! Pad Thai! And I didn’t even have to go to Skagway. All I did
Micah Quinn likes a challenge — whether it’s hiking the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada (4265 kilometres) alone, or re-imagining a local Whitehorse
The Newest Coffee and Beer Headquarters Read More »
From the modern glass and metal outer door, to the wooden old-timey inner door, The Wheelhouse Restaurant’s guests are instantly transported back to the Whitehorse
If it’s Tuesday, it must be … Thailand? Read More »
It may not be a bar where everybody knows your name, but they sure as heck have seen you shoveling your driveway. It’s a neighbourhood
While hot dogs are not traditionally considered ingredients for classy dining, Carl Pearce of Antoinette’s Restaurant in Whitehorse begs to differ. Here are four of
Dawson City’s blend of old-time charm and contemporary conveniences gives it a rare appeal, so it’s fitting that a taco cart will soon grace this
Say Aloha to Dawson’s New Taco Cart Read More »
When I first travelled to Canada and the United States I was impressed with the service I got — from the smallest breakfast restaurant, to
Exploring Good Service in Whitehorse Read More »
The fondue is one of the most social of meals. It requires the diner to wait between bites and, thus, has lots of opportunity to
Fondue in the forest is a social event: Wolf’s Den Restaurant does it the European way Read More »
The headline on the front page of the July 24, 1997 edition of the Klondike Sun proclaimed, “Berton Proposes Dawson for World Heritage Site Status.”
Proposing World Heritage Status for the Klondike Read More »
Above Antoinette’s Food Cache is a sign that proclaims it to be an “International Slow Food Restaurant”. In a culture that often idolizes speed, such
Savouring Good Times of Food and Fellowship Read More »
Pat McKenna takes a cook’s tour of famous, infamous and soon-to-be-famous Yukon chefs. Café, motel, RV park, store and more – Tagish Stores is serving
The air was cold outside and the snow was deep and soft. The sun wasn’t shining and the Internet had been down all morning. But
Comfort food from down-home Jamaica Read More »
My eyes were closed as my teeth rested in the juicy, flavourful shawarma. It was beautifully spiced and juicy meat, wrapped in a warm pita
From the Middle East, to the Maritimes, to the Yukon Read More »
I was introduced to a neighbour who is planing to open a restaurant and it got me thinking about wine glasses. The restaurant is expecting
Considering the Glass … of Wine Read More »
As I mentioned in my last article, I have been invited to develop a wine list for a restaurant that a neighbour of mine plans
The Ideal Wine Collection? Read More »
Our mayor, Peter Jenkins, likes to say that moving the capital city to Whitehorse did Dawson a favour. We lost the politicians but got to
Painting the Public Face of Dawson Read More »
I’m not looking to expand my writing into the restaurant review arena, but I couldn’t help but relate an excellent dining experience I had last
Fine Pairings for a Birthday Treat Read More »
When foodies get restless, they debate “the $100 hamburger”. It’s an intellectual exercise that asks the question, “What would you have to do to justify
The best burger in town Read More »