Beavertails

In winter. 

In summer. 

Continuing on with the heart attack material is the deep fried treat known as a ‘beavertail.’ It’s wholewheat pastry that is deep fried, then sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon, or with sliced apple on top, or nutella or even cheese. We had one that was sprinkled with cinnamon, sugar and served with a wedge of lemon to squeeze on top. It’s called the Killaloe Sunrise. We’ve also tried to apple one and the chocolate one J. They are shaped like a beaver tail (I haven't seen a real beaver with its tail, so I cannot confirm if this is accurate), hence the name. 

Ooops, I couldn't wait! The beavertail doesn't come with a bite mark like this one...

There is a stand that sells these year round and I walk past it almost every day on my way to work and observe the many tourists that line up for this tasty treat. Apparently in the past you could only buy these once a year at Winterlude, but now you can get them any time. Well, up until about 10pm at night, 11pm on weekends. Though the Winterlude ones were actually a little more expensive! So definitely get them from the Byward Market! Did I mention it's super touristy??