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My top Ottawa and area recs

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I love exploring small businesses, here’s some of my favs from ottawa and surrounding areas
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Local finds (Ottawa and area)

Support local in the Russell Ontario surrounding areas!
 
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Small town coffee shop with a quirky vibe! I’ve never been disappointed by their offerings.
Café Bon Vivant
 
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Amazing family owned natural food store
Le Tournesol - Health Food Store in Embrun, Ontario
 
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Come visit me at the spa for some spiritual self care!
Chanti Esthetic and Wellness
 
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Welcoming staff with good entertainment
Homestead Pub
 
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You can never go wrong with a good thrift store
THE BEST 10 THRIFT STORES near EMBRUN, ON K0A - Updated 2025
 
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Great woman owned tattoo shop. Just 30mins from ottawa. I’ve gotten several tattoos from them and it’s always a great experience
Ink in White Lace
 
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Beautiful and zen yoga studio just 30mins from Ottawa. They offer a variety of classes. My personal favourite is the Arial yoga.
HYER Shala
 
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Green house with endless plant options. They also host great markets.
Robert Plante Greenhouses

Ottawa hidden gems

 
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Very welcoming and good entertainment
Homestead Pub
 
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Delicious vegetarian food! I would recommend the liberty wrap
Pure Kitchen Elgin
 
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Gorgeous inside with amazing spiritual/witchy items
Witch Chest Ottawa's Local Ritual Supply Store
 
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Excellent go to spot for natural food/ingredients
Herb & Spice Food & Wellness Shop
 
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This little church has a thrift store inside, open every Wednesday. Everything is by donation only
St. Mary's Anglican Church Russell
 
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Gorgeous historic spot to spend the day outdoors.
Mackenzie King Estate
 
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Such a relaxing and beautiful spa to spend the day with
Nordik Spa-Nature - Chelsea
 
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Quiet and relaxing spa, would definitely recommend for a good reset
Huma Spa - Spa sur le toit