Katie Bridges

Katie Bridges

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Katie Bridges quit her job to go backpacking in South America in 2010 and hasn't been able to cure her wanderlust ever since — which could explain how the Brit wound up in Canada. Though her roots are firmly planted in Toronto, her passport is constantly filling up with stamps. Vietnam is her favourite country and she is never not searching for the perfect bowl of bun cha.

Katie Bridges's articles

Travel gifts | Manitobah Mukluks

15 travel holiday gifts for every globetrotter on your list

Travel was off the table, but 2020 never said anything about dreaming. Here are the best travel gifts and gadgets this festive season.

Published: Monday 7th December 2020
Kimpton St George Hotel review | a bedroom

Hotel review: Kimpton Saint George Hotel, Toronto

Kimpton Saint George, the first Toronto property from the global boutique hotel group, brings laid-back vibes, moody design and local touches to Bloor Street.

Published: Monday 19th October 2020
Restaurants in Victoria, B.C. plus hotels, activities and more

Everything you need to eat, see and do in Victoria, B.C.

Victoria, B.C. may be named for Queen Victoria, but it’s anything but twee. Victoria restaurants, breweries and boutique hotels abound.

Published: Monday 19th October 2020
The best restaurants in Brixton Market, London | Brixton Village and Market Row

5 of the best restaurants in Brixton Market, London

We head South of the Thames to London's Brixton Market for a taste of the best restaurants from casual burgers to eclectic modern Indian.

Published: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Best Prince Edward County Wineries | the Grange Winery

8 of the best Prince Edward County wineries

Planning a vino voyage in Ontario's most exciting wine region? We share the best Prince Edward County wineries where you can fill up your cup.

Published: Tuesday 28th July 2020
High tea in Victoria, B.C.

Time to spill the tea: We take high tea in Victoria, B.C.

From high tea and tea-infused cocktails to the dedicated tea tasting bar at Silk Road Tea, there’s something special brewing in Victoria, B.C.

Published: Tuesday 30th June 2020
Windsor restaurants, activities, hotels and more

Our ultimate guide to Windsor restaurants, hotels and more

Home to whisky distilleries, microbreweries and wineries, Windsor, Ontario has become a destination well worth your while. We plan your weekend getaway, including Windsor restaurants and activities.

Published: Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Global food at Toronto restaurants

Dishes from around the world (and where to get them in Toronto)

Your plate is your passport right now, so grab a fork and join us as we travel the gastronomic globe with dishes from these Toronto restaurants.

Published: Tuesday 14th April 2020
Tucson, Arizona, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy

How Tucson became the U.S.'s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy

Despite a culinary accolade bestowed by UNESCO, Tucson’s charms continue to be overlooked for other southwestern cities. Katie Bridges dons her stretchy pants and discovers why the Old Pueblo is the perfect trip for pigging out.

Published: Wednesday 8th April 2020
The Rock beachside restaurant in Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Hot Shots: The Rock restaurant in Zanzibar, Tanzania

During high tide, the only way to get to the Rock restaurant is by boat.

Published: Wednesday 1st April 2020
The Beatles' Abbey Road crossing gets a repaint

Abbey Road repaints the Beatles' popular crossing while the U.K. is on lockdown

A highway maintenance crew took advantage of the quiet streets of London to give the iconic Abbey Road crossing a fresh coat of paint.

Published: Tuesday 31st March 2020
Tuscon, Arizona guide

How to eat and drink your way through Tucson, Arizona

Tucson was the first U.S. entry on UNESCO’s City of Gastronomy list. We navigate the interconnected web of artisans to find out why.

Published: Tuesday 25th February 2020
St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Yacht more do you want?: We take a private charter to St. Vincent and the Grenadines

We attempt to gain our sealegs and disconnect from modern life on a truly off-the-grid excursion around the islands of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Published: Tuesday 14th January 2020
Quebec City guide

Winging it: Quebec City

We head to Quebec’s capital city and detail a whirlwind itinerary that combines glimpses of history with cutting-edge gourmet experiences.

Published: Wednesday 18th December 2019
Queen Victoria Market

Visit this open-air market for food, brews and kangaroos

Covering ten football fields, Melbourne’s sprawling Queen Victoria Market can be daunting. Luckily, we've got you covered.

Published: Tuesday 12th November 2019
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Cash or Crunch: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Get off the beach and enjoy everything Rio has to offer – from habitable hostels to tasting menus – whether you’re feeling spendy or on a budget.

Published: Monday 4th November 2019
FlyGTA

In Transit: FlyGTA

We discover the perks of travelling to Niagara on one of FlyGTA’s eight-seater planes.

Published: Tuesday 15th October 2019
Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec

Winging It: Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean

We find outdoor adventure close to home in Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean, a rugged, lesser-visited region of central Quebec.

Published: Monday 9th September 2019
Sandals Montego Bay Jamaica

Sandals Montego Bay – Montego Bay, Jamaica

The first-ever Sandals resort has been brought into the modern age with an elevated gourmet program that lets foodies dine at 20 restaurants over two hotels.

Published: Tuesday 27th August 2019
Saskatoon Restaurant guide

Night on the 'Toon: Where to eat and drink in Saskatoon

From all-local bread to up-and-coming breweries, Katie Bridges finds out what makes Saskatoon a prairie gem.

Published: Tuesday 13th August 2019