LGBTQ+ Travel & Literature
Do you ever find that when you go out for a bit the food never looks quite as good as it did in the pictures? You expect to be served a big slice of gooey cake with a perfect swirl of ice cream on top, but the reality is a disappointing sliver with a bit …
I’ll forever be grateful to T.J. Klune for his ability to give us stories that feel like hugs in the form of paperbacks. Similar to his book, The House in the Cerulean Sea, Klune’s queer fantasy Under the Whispering Door explores what it means to be a good person. Dealing with themes of love, grief, …
Some people may think that one book store is the same as the next. Hopefully if you’ve found your way to this blog, then you know that’s not true. Bookstores come in a wonderful array of shapes and sizes. Some specialise in seeking out those antique or rare editions, some compile a collection of books …
Travel guides are becoming more and more diverse, filling the needs of every travellers’ niche. There’s guides for backpacking, for luxury travel, for travelling with a pet, and even a guide to the best places to kiss in Paris. Whatever you’re hoping to do or see in the world, there’s a guide for it. I’m …
If you’ve ever walked into a store and felt like you were ready to take every single item home with you, you’ll understand how I feel about Bird & Bee Vintage. This store is curated in a way that makes you feel like you’ve walked right into a historical fantasy novel. While all the nautical …
The Lucky List by Rachael Lippincott is a coming-of-age queer romance that wonderfully captures the mixture of careless summer adventure and teenage angst that are hallmarks of the genre. Though the book does cover some darker themes, like grief and coming to terms with your sexuality, it does it in that signature romcom way that …
Beach Patties is one of the most vibrant and welcoming places along Lake Erie. Known for their Jamaican patties, Beach Patties brings delicious traditional Caribbean food to south-western Ontario. They serve a variety of incredible curries and spiced meats, as well as popular Canadian breakfast fare. What makes Beach Patties really special is the friendly, …
Satisfaction Guaranteed by Karelia Stets-Waters is a contemporary queer romance that indulges all your sweet rom-com fantasies, which are often left out of LGBTQ+ fiction. Cade Elgin is a no-nonsense business woman who focuses all her energy on running her family’s art gallery. Her professional lifestyle leaves no time for romance. So when her eccentric …
Happy Pride Month! This is the perfect time of year to talk about one of my favourite queer-owned businesses, Sirkel Foods! Right in the heart of Stratford Ontario, Sirkel Foods is a welcoming take-out restaurant, full of pride and amazing food. Open for breakfast and lunch, they offer a delicious assortment of sandwiches and salads, …
If you’re looking for a book that includes characters from all over the queer spectrum, then One Last Stop is the book for you. Casey Mcquiston has definitely earned their reputation in LGBTQ+ young adult literature, and this book does them credit. August is a bisexual twenty-three-year-old, new to New York. Having spent years watching …