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Page 14 The only thing better than the made-in-house delicious middle-eastern food served up at Jericho’s in the Glebe is the story of this little restaurant’s owner Raouf Omar. Mr. Omar is a very talented artist who immigrated to Canada quite some time ago from Palestine and has been running Jericho for more than 25 years. Working primarily with painted glass to produce colourful pictures and unique ornamental doors, Mr. Omar has decorated Jericho from top to bottom with his work – including the ceiling which features a beautiful mural complete with palm trees and camels. All of the creations are for sale – at least the mobile ones, anyway - and he advertises a book he co-wrote with his best friend (who happens to be Israeli). Mr. Omar and Claude Weil’s book includes a collection of stories with an underlying theme of friendship and tolerance. There was so much to absorb with our eyes that our stomachs were momentarily forgotten. Although we were delayed in making our menu selections, at no point in the The OSCAR - OUR 37 th YEAR The Grosvenor Avenue Gastronomic Society “Life is too short to eat disappointing food.” Fantastic Falafels at Fifth Jericho evening did we feel rushed owing to the exceptionally relaxed feel of this establishment and Mr. Omar’s friendly demeanour. We felt as though we were having dinner at a long-time friend’s from the moment we walked in the door. There is a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available, but we selected the house red wine (2008 Beaujolais, Georges Duboeuf) that was quite reasonably priced at $26. Jericho offers a suite of appetizers ($4-$10), along with standard middleeastern dishes and house specials ($7- $16). We opted to skip the appetizers on the recommendation of Mr. Omar who was certain that the portions of the main courses would be enough; he was right. We ordered the Chicken on Hummus platter, the Mishwee Meshakal special, the Falafel Combination plate, and the Chicken Kebab Combination plate. The chicken on hummus was a smaller portion than the others but was still satisfying, especially for our notso-hungry taster. The combination plates were delicious with the falafels being the absolutely perfect (slightly crunchy outside and tender, spicy goodness on the inside). Both combination plates included hummus and baba ganouj, but the falafel plate also included tabouleh. The chicken kebab was removed from the skewer and was tossed with potatoes and onions in a very flavourful dusting of curry and other spices. While the Mishwee Meshakal special was essentially the same as the chicken kebab combo plate, it also included beef as well as kafta on the side. A large serving of pita bread was brought to the table at the beginning of our meal and it may well have been the best pita any of us has ever tasted. It was impossibly thin and unbelievably fresh – an excellent accompaniment to our dishes. Even though we were all quite full, we couldn’t resist trying the MAY 2010 Area Church Service Times Sunnyside Wesleyan Chuch 58 Grosvenor Avenue (at Sunnyside) Sunday Worship Service at 9am & 11am Children’s program offered during both worship services. Trinity Anglican Church 1230 Bank Street (at Cameron Avenue) Sunday Services Regular 8.30 eucharist , and 10 am sung eucharist with church school and nursery, resume Sundays, starting September 6) Thursdays 10 am – Eucharist or Morning Prayer house-made desserts and selected the baklava, two orders of clafoutier (one with apples, one with peaches and raspberries), and an alcazar (a heavy, fruity, marvelous torte). All were very good and the apple clafoutier was heavenly with its shortbread-like base and layers of thin, dried apples. Although Arabic coffee was offered on the menu, we declined and had a couple of really good lattes instead. The eclectic and cheerful atmosphere woven around the artwork at Jericho provides ample visual interest and adds to what is sure to be a fun night out. If every GAGS review had to feature at least one complaint, it would be this: the restaurant’s Mediterranean atmosphere manifested itself in temperatures and humidity that were tough to handle in our Ottawa winter duds! Jericho’s bright colours are sure to be a hit with the kids, and you’ll be all smiles owing to the tasty, reasonably priced meal you just scored. Jericho 840 Bank Street in the Glebe 613-235-1289 www.ramors.net We’d be happy to receive comments or suggestions on the next restaurant to visit, so drop us a line at grosvenor.gastronomic@gmail.com Happy Eating! The Grosvenor Avenue Gastronomic Society (aka GAGS) in Chapel St Margaret Mary’s Parish 7 Fairbairn (corner of Sunnyside) Sunday Liturgies 9:30am and 11:30am Christian Meditation Mondays at 7:00 pm. Evening Prayer: Tuesday at 7 p.m. Southminster United Church 15 Aylmer Avenue (at Bank & the Canal) Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. (9:30 a.m. July & August) Sunday School During worship, September - May
MAY 2010 The OSCAR - OUR 37 th YEAR TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH Garage-Sale Heaven CARLETON CORNER Annual Garage Sale at Trinity Anglican Church Saturday 1 May (9 am – 1 pm) You are strolling along on a beautiful May day. How odd—a cardboard box on the sidewalk! As you approach, you can’t help but notice that it is full of things: men’s button-downs, classic children’s books, a pair of brass candlesticks, a fishing rod, a beige computer monitor, some LPs (“The Berlin Philharmonic Plays Haydn,” “Derek and the Dominos,” “Ozzy Osbourne Live at the Tate”). You steel yourself: I do not need these things, I do not need... But already your pace is slowing. Your eyes are darting over the objects, you are taking quick, shallow breaths. And then you see the note: “$1.00 or best offer.” The inner struggle is violent but brief, and a few minutes later you are walking along again—box in tow. If this description matches you, then you are in for a treat: the attics and basements of Old Ottawa South have been ransacked and their treasures laid bare for all. Trinity Anglican Church (1230 Bank St.) will be holding its annual Spring Garage Sale on Saturday 1 May from 9 am to 1 pm. Books, clothes, CDs, DVDs, jewelry, crafts, household items, toys, sports equipment, garden tools, Sens regalia: you will find all the usual garage-sale objects there in heavenly abundance, miraculously preserved against the ravages of time. If garage-sale hawks know anything, it’s that the early bird gets the worm, so aim to be on the early side, especially if you’re angling for that serendipitous discovery of a neglected collector’s item. Anyone wishing to donate items to the sale may drop them off at the church the week before. If this description matches your spouse or significant other but NOT you, you are advised to keep him/her locked up and blindfolded that day; otherwise, you are sure to find your inventory of personal property increased and the uncluttered living space in your domicile decreased proportionally. For more information please contact the church at mail@ trinityottawa.ca or 613-733-7536. By Robert Taylor An exciting Concert For Kairos takes place at Trinity Anglican Church, 1230 Bank Street, on the evening of Friday, May 28 at 8 pm. The concert is another significant demonstration of commitment to Kairos as Trinity continues to work together with Southminster United Church and St. Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church to urge reinstatement of the $7.1 million that the federal government has cut from CIDA’s support of Kairos over the next four years. As reported in the March issue of OSCAR, Kairos is a non-governmental organization with which a number of national churches – including the Anglican, Roman Catholic, and United – are affiliated. Kairos’ vital work in promoting grass-roots partnership development in various parts of the world has been seriously placed in jeopardy by this sudden and unexplained government decision not to continue its funding. The concert for Kairos on May 28 will be a memorable evening of great music and performances. The evening will include a reception and provide information materials about Kairos. Its intention is to raise funds for Kairos as well as awareness of the crucial work that Kairos does. Although the concert takes place at Trinity, all three Old Ottawa South churches with a Kairos affiliation – Trinity, Southminster, and St. Margaret Mary - are involved in its organization. Well-known organist Matthew Larkin Concert For Kairos At Trinity Anglican Church For 33 days, Carleton University hosted its first celebrational Research Days to highlight outstanding and world-changing work from the university’s innovative researchers. Public lectures, conferences, films and project demonstrations were held from March 18 to April 19. The wrapup event featured the Hon. Michael Kirby, who delivered a speech on the importance of mental health services. Research Days gave the public an opportunity to experience the breadth and depth of research activities at the university. Carleton researchers are making their mark on the global scene in key areas such as digital media, the environment and sustainability, health and globalization. Another highlight in the month - the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences and the Faculty of Science partnered with the Ottawa Writers’ Festival to host an extraordinary evening April 12 with world-renowned primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace on April 12. During the sold out event, Dr. Goodall reflected on the incredible insights her research has offered into our closest animal relatives and the extraordinary changes, since 1960, for people, animals and the environment. Meanwhile, Carleton President Roseann O’Reilly Runte continued her community outreach during a special event held on Parliament Hill on April 21 when she addressed the Canadian Institute of Intercultural Dialogue at its fifth annual Dialogue and Friendship dinner. The organization is committed to the principles of discussion, the productive exchange of ideas promises to reveal a jazzy side to his musical accomplishments at the concert. Also performing jazz is the popular Charley Gordon Group, a quartet that consists of Charley Gordon on trumpet and flugelhorn, Vince Halfhive on guitar and vocals, Ann Downey on bass and vocals, and Scott Warren on drums. As well, so far, the concert program includes the Big Soul Project, a choir and band of over 50 members, noted for its fresh and upbeat interpretations of traditional gospel music. Old Ottawa South’s own Doug Small will be Master of Ceremonies for the evening. Mary Corkery, Executive Director of Kairos Canada, has indicated that she will be present at the concert. Tickets for the Concert For Kairos are $20, or $15 for students. Trinity, Southminister, and St. Margaret Mary churches have tickets for sale. Advance tickets are also available, for cash purchase only, at the St. Paul University Bookstore, Main Street, and Compact Music, 785 ½ Bank Street. Posters will indicate other ticket locations. For further information about the Concert For Kairos, please contact L.A. (Leslie Anne) Palamar, palamar@ BuildingTourismExcellence.com, 613 266- 2831, or Robert Taylor, r_taylor@rogers. com, 613 230-3903. Page 15 and the celebration of the richness of the cultures, ethnicities, religions and races that are present in our community. The university was also proud to announce that two Carleton journalism students, Chantaie Allick and Margaret Cappa, will soon be winging their way to Norway as part of a new scholarship funded by Her Excellency Else Berit Eikeland, the ambassador of Norway to Canada. The Carleton Norway Journalism Travel Award offers two young aspiring journalists an opportunity to travel, work and conduct research in a field of particular interest to them and relevant to both Norway and Canada. The candidates will spend a month in Norway this spring, conducting research and interviews and spending some time in a newsroom. Upon their return, the students will either publish a story or broadcast a report that examines how one or both countries are dealing with a policy issue that affects Canada and Norway as northern countries. In May, Carleton is hosting the Green Building Ottawa Conference called Retrofit. The conference, the first of its kind in eastern Ontario, takes place from May 12 to 14. More details can be found at: www. greenbuildingottawa.ca Carleton Corner is written by Carleton University’s Department of University Communications. As your community university, Carleton hosts many exciting events of interest to Ottawa South. For more information about upcoming events, please go to carleton.ca/events. Mary Anne Thompson reading OSCAR in St Louis, Missouri. Behind her are the Gateway Arch and the Historic Old Courthouse, which was completed in 1862. One Of Very Few Public Clocks In OOS Thank you Hillary’s Cleaners for keeping it running. Photo by M A Thompson
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