Delaney's Rant

Last weekend my wife and I headed into St. John’s for what we optimistically called a “relaxing” shopping trip. Between the walking, browsing, and inevitable purchasing — Christmas is just around the corner — we still carved out time to explore a few local restaurants. This wasn’t a fine-dining weekend. Instead, I gravitated toward one of my favourite comfort foods: French onion soup. And in the…

We are very fortunate to have some amazing restaurants in our capital city of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Many are promoted aggressively, or have solid reputations, but sometimes some can be missed. I had the opportunity to stay at the Capitol Hotel on Kenmount Road some time ago, a property owned by Steele Hotels . Another of their hotels, Jag, just went on steroids with a major…

Great Awk Winery and Restaurant, 29 Durrell Street, Twillingate, NL, Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador This summer has been very hectic, plenty on the go in our community of Bay Roberts. Having said that, there has to be time to re-charge and take a break. Our breaks for the past 6 or 7 years has consisted of traveling and vacationing on our island of Newfoundland. This year we decided to…

I took a quick trip to Carbonear this afternoon run an errand. I capitalized on the opportunity to visit one of the restaurants who is in a Burger Battle during the towns winter carnival.

Crooked Phil’s 125B Columbus Drive, Carbonear, NL, Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador I took a quick trip to Carbonear this afternoon to pick up a package. I capitalized on the opportunity to visit one of the restaurants who is in a Burger Battle during the towns winter carnival. Some of the best food establishments in the community of Carbonear has presented their burgers for culinary judgment.…

115 George Street West, St. John’s Newfoundland I always like visiting Exile Restaurant, located in the Jag Hotel. Smiling gentlemen greet you at the door and open it for you (obviously). The restaurant appeals to the senses, the music, the décor, and the lighting all heighten your experience. and that is before we were even seated! We reserved our seating through OpenTable; I love this app! We…

Its always nice to go on vacation in your home province of Newfoundland and Labrador. There is plenty to see and do including the culture, scenery, trails, festival and of course the food!! When we plan our vacations, good accommodations is a must, and so is good food. Ironically , the Down Home Delights Restaurant was not on list as I did not know about it. We were intending of visiting a fish…

Five Guys Burgers and Fries 48 Kenmount Rd. St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador

I have a friend who absolutely loves a good burger. I could remember him telling me “the next time you travel to Florida, you have to check out Five Guys”. I too like a good burger, but we have not been planning on going south anytime soon regrettably, SO, when the announcement was made that Five Guys was coming to St. John’s I added the burger place on my list. . Although the burger joint was…

Pop’s Diner29-31 Rowan Street St. John’s

Bagel Café ,246 Duckworth St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador

Who doesn’t like brunch, or lunch or dinner!!? The Bagel Café does it all (including breakfast). My family have been going to this place for years, but only now, have I had the opportunity to blog about it. This café has so much character, the décor is hard to describe, maybe whimsical ? eclectic ? random ? it is really a hodgepodge of the owners tastes I am assuming. In most sections it is…

Happy Easter Week everyone!!! Now lets eat!!

Easter is a good time to reflect and give thanks for what you have in life. Family, Friends, Health and I hope, good food .This year has been different for us, as I am sure with many of you , Covid is in the house which means our children need to say away for their sake. My wife Lisa is just getting over it thankfully. It looks like I have escaped it so far. During Easter break I have been…

Baked Beans, a Saturday Tradition

Slow cooked baked beans has been a staple in the Delaney and Hurdle households for generations. There is something simply amazing about a home with baked beans slowly cooking , the aroma is lovely. We all have our recipes and most are similar , but have a special loving touch to make them a family tradition. I just received a message from an old friend who asked my for my recipe, I was happy to…

How About That Wayfinding Signage for the Baccalieu Coastal Drive?

A few years ago I wrote about my trip across Newfoundland and noticing all the directional- informational signage for each region, with the exception of the Baccalieu Coastal Drive (formally known as the Baccalieu Trail). As I stated in the blog at the time I applaud the other regions for having Wayfinding signage, good for them!! But in this time of a tourism reboot and COME HOME YEAR 2022!!…

My Review of The Rec Room, Avalon Mall. A interesting experience for me!!

I have been told by friends and family that I have to check out the Rec Room at the Avalon Mall. Well, I did, and I have to say , the place is interesting. Interesting not in a negative manner, but in a explorative kind of way. This huge space appeals to the senses, in a big way. The bright lights of the arcade games that beckon you to try your luck, the bells and buzzers that compete to get your…

Soon time to return to the “Red Shed” Bay Roberts Shoreline Heritage Trail

Review ,Mad Rock Café , 723 Water Street ,Bay Roberts , NL

I have missed this place. The Mad Rock Café, located in the east end of Bay Roberts is a treasure in my back yard. It is a charming little café filled with character. The room is small, rustic and filled with the aroma of home cooked food. One would never think that a restaurant in such a remote location would be able to sustain itself 12 months of the year, but it does. That is an indication of…

Three Sisters Pub and Restaurant , 2 Orcan Drive Placentia NL

The past 19 to 20 months have been interesting to say the least. The pandemic has forced us to re-think how we live and how we mentally survive. Precautions and restrictions have kept us close to home. No distant vacations. We have been asked to “staycation”, support local, and rightfully so. It has given me an even greater appreciation of what we have in our backyards. The scenery is second to…