A Little Italy
Stella Luna Café
First published 2011.08.04 | Ottawa | Food & Drink
Lick, slurp, chomp, swoon. Smackdab in the middle of summer, the timing is perfect for the grand opening of Stella Luna Café, Ottawa’s newest gelato shop. Located on Bank Street in Old Ottawa...read more

Carnival Food 101
Fast Food Tips
First published 2011.07.26 | Canada | Food & Drink
Does it feel like all we’re ever digesting is bad news? We’re becoming wary of almost everything our kids touch, from plastic containers to the pears we pack them for snacks. With summer comes...read more

Trips Worth Taking
Family Day Trips
First published 2011.07.21 | Ottawa | Out & About
It’s good to shake up our routine. And as much as we love our favourite local parks, splash pads and museums, sometimes it’s fun to switch things up a bit. Call us crazy, but once in a while we like...read more

Beat the Heat with Frozen Treats
Frozen Treats
First published 2011.07.21 | Vancouver | Food & Drink
Ice cream is a summertime tradition so we thought it was time to add a few new hot spots (or shall we say refreshing cold spots?) to our original and very tasty scoop selection. We’re pretty sure the...read more

Boot Scoot on Over
Calgary Stampede
First published 2011.07.07 | Calgary | Out & About
From infinity and beyond, everyone looks forward to The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. We hope you’re ready, because it kicks off tomorrow. The Calgary Stampede is where city slickers and cowboys...read more

Out of the Park
Vancouver Canadians’ Games
First published 2011.06.16 | Vancouver | Out & About
Already missing the Canucks? Keep that sporting spirit alive at the Vancouver Canadians’ opening festivities this weekend, as the C’s kick their season off with five home games in a row (seriously,...read more

A Day on the Drive
Little Italy
First published 2011.01.20 | Vancouver | Out & About
You already know that Little Italy (aka The Drive) is hip and trendy. But did you know this ‘hood, in particular the few blocks along Commercial Drive just north of 1st Avenue, is also very...read more

A Day in the Bay
Exploring Cowichan Bay
First published 2010.08.12 | Victoria | Out & About
With lots of time still left in the summer, you might be looking for a day trip to get away—but not too far away. Just less than one hour from Victoria is the sleepy village of Cowichan Bay, the...read more

Rest-o Stop
Pops Dairy Bar
First published 2010.07.15 | Calgary | Food & Drink
Did you know you can dine on deep-fried dill pickles at the Calgary Stampede this year? How about deep-fried Twinkies? Deep-fried jelly beans, deep-fried strawberry shortcake or deep-fried Oreos? Not...read more

Which Way to the Beach
Cordova Beach and West Coast Cafe
First published 2009.11.12 | Victoria | Family Life
Welcome, Victorians, to our first issue of SavvyMom Today, Victoria edition. We have been spoiled with a glorious summer and fall. And now that the mornings are a little lighter and the afternoons a...read more

Corny Idea
The Calgary Corn Maze
First published 2009.08.20 | Calgary | Out & About
It’s hard to believe it’s the last week of summer vacation. It’s back to reality in a mere seven days…so absorb as much summer fun as you can for now with a trip to the farm. The Calgary Corn Maze...read more

A New Zoo
The Bowmanville Zoo
First published 2009.08.20 | Toronto | Out & About
Who knew that Bowmanville is home to Canada’s oldest private zoo? Who knew? The SavvyMoms do, of course, because we love to do the zoo. We really do. Established in 1919, the Bowmanville Zoo is...read more

Pocket-Change Pursuits
Free Activities in Ottawa
First published 2009.08.06 | Ottawa | Out & About
Already blown your summer amusement budget on holidays, camps, museums, zoos and swimming lessons? That’s why we thought we’d share a few of our secrets (they’re free) for kid-friendly activities...read more

Choo Choose the Train
Train-Related Fun
First published 2009.07.23 | Ottawa | Family Life
In the summer it’s fun to make up our own special days. It’s Cupcake Day (read: cupcakes for breakfast)! It’s Breakfast for Dinner Day! And one of our favourites…Train Day! And so it shall be....read more

One Day Vacay
Bowen Island Day Trip
First published 2009.07.09 | Vancouver | Out & About
Helloooooo summer! Whether the family budget allows for a holiday this year or not, we Vancouverites can easily get away, thanks to the many staycation destinations nearby. Our savvy pick for day...read more

OttawaFest(s)
Family-Friendly Summer Festivals
First published 2009.07.02 | Ottawa | Out & About
Summer in Ottawa: Blink, and you’ve missed it. That’s why it’s so important to make the most of it! Back by popular demand, we present the Savvy Guide to some of the best, most family-friendly summer...read more

Giddy Up
Calgary Stampede with Kids
First published 2009.07.02 | Calgary | Out & About
Now that you’re a parent, it’s time to update your Stampede lingo: Shooter Old definition: regrettable late night decision New definition: small cowboy-inspired toy Line-up Old definition: waiting...read more

Trains, Tracks and Treats
Heritage Park
First published 2009.05.14 | Calgary | Out & About
You know it’s summer when Heritage Park throws open the front gates. Check out Gasoline Alley sure to be a hit with any automobile enthusiasts. This airy structure is home to antique cars and gas...read more

Calgary: The Savvy Guide to May
May 2009
First published 2009.04.30 | Calgary | Monthly Guide
May is our beautiful reward for gritting through the last four months and here’s hoping it lives up to its expectations. Follow these savvy tips and May could be even better than you hoped for. DO...read more

Toronto: The Savvy Guide to May
May 2009
First published 2009.04.30 | Toronto | Monthly Guide
May is our beautiful reward for gritting through the last four months and here’s hoping it lives up to its expectations. Follow these savvy tips and May could be even better than you hoped for. DO...read more