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Plates and pours
After building a following as a pop-up, Francine’s has settled into a permanent Chinatown space with a spirited, French-inspired approach. An intimate tavern-style bar for shareable dishes, polished drinks and an easy shift [...]
Spicy spoonfuls
A longtime northwest favourite, Essence of Saigon continues to draw a crowd with generous portions and deeply comforting Vietnamese dishes. From loaded soups to classic subs and vermicelli bowls, it is the kind [...]
Bow & Bend Rooftop ushers in patio season
Perched atop Element Hotel, Bow & Bend Rooftop is ready for the season with a fresh spring menu and sweeping Bow River views. Shareable plates and house-made cocktails round out what promises to [...]
On the veggie side of the street
A plant-based menu at Vegan Street proves comfort food doesn’t need meat to deliver. From crispy, flavour-packed plates to hearty mains, it’s the kind of spot that keeps you coming back to see [...]
A new chapter for Calgary’s Le Petit Chef
Alberta's smallest chef has a new kitchen and an even bigger story to tell. Le Petit Chef and Family brings an all-new immersive dining experience to the top floor of Element Calgary Downtown [...]
Calgary’s guide to Cinnamon Buns
Calgary knows its way around a good cinnamon bun. Across the city, bakeries turn out everything from soft, classic buns with a light glaze to oversized versions piled high with frosting and creative [...]
Cheddar and Red Pepper French Toast
This savoury French toast trades maple syrup for sharp cheddar, red pepper and garlic folded into the egg mixture. As it cooks, the cheese melts and caramelizes against the bread, creating a crisp [...]
Spoon fed soup
Spoon Fed Soup delivers small-batch, from-scratch soups in classic mason jars across Calgary. The rotating monthly lineup runs from chicken noodle to globally inspired flavours, with plenty of gluten-free and dairy-free options available. [...]
Pass the tapas
BODEGA by Sabor in Mission brings Spanish and Portuguese flavours from Edmonton with a menu built around tapas and family-style plates meant for sharing. A popular Thursday feature offers eight rotating tapas for [...]
The Italian Table
Italian cooking rooted in tradition, plated with a modern hand. La Torino Trattoria is where Calgary's south end sits down to a meal worth savouring. La Torino Trattoria The [...]
Hai me up
What started as a small batch soup business in 2002 has become a steady presence at Calgary markets. Stock and Sauce continues to focus on soups, with a lineup that keeps regulars coming [...]
A citywide hot dog festival is coming to Calgary
Calgary’s love of the hot dog is getting its own festival this spring. Dog Days will bring restaurants across the city together from May 23 to June 6, with each featured hot dog [...]
Brewery and the Beast brings the heat
Brewery and the Beast returns to Calgary on Aug. 23 at The Confluence, where chefs cook over open flame beside the Bow River. Attendees can expect generous plates from top kitchens, plenty to [...]
A taste of Afghanistan
Mazza Afghan Cuisine brings the flavours of Afghanistan to downtown Calgary with a menu rooted in comfort and tradition. Mantu dumplings in tomato and chickpea sauce and flaky leek bolani are reason enough [...]
Oodles of noodles
The noodles simplicity has made it into a beloved staple in many countries around the world. Whether it’s that package of instant ramen ever-present in many a college student’s dorm room or crunchy [...]
Scallion Bun
These scallion buns sit somewhere between a fluffy milk bun and a savoury layered flatbread. Made with a tangzhong for extra softness, they steam up tender and aromatic, with ribbons of green onion [...]
Easy Lemon and Thyme Buns
Fresh lemon zest and thyme give these soft homemade buns a bright, savoury lift. Bake a batch for brunch, sandwiches or a warm basket of bread to pass around the table. [...]
Monster Crunch Chili Crisp finalist in Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards
Monster Foods Inc.’s Monster Crunch Chili Crisp is a finalist in the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards in the condiments and sauces category. The national awards are hosted by the Retail [...]
An Emerald in the rough
Emerald Lake Lodge is offering a new way to dine beneath the stars this winter. The Emerald Sky Dome pairs a six course tasting menu with Rocky Mountain ingredients and wines from the [...]
Foothills Creamery’s latest innovation brings high-protein to traditional ice cream
The protein trend has reached the ice cream aisle. Foothills Creamery has created the first high-protein ice cream in Canada to debut protein ice cream and their new pints pack 30 grams of [...]
Market Collective returns to Contemporary Calgary
Market Collective is back at Contemporary Calgary this April, bringing a fresh wave of local artists, makers and creative talent. The spring edition also introduces interactive art activities designed to encourage hands on [...]
Orange and Cinnamon Pancakes
Orange and cinnamon bring a gentle citrus lift and warmth to these fluffy buttermilk pancakes. Serve them hot from the pan with butter and maple syrup for an easy breakfast that feels just [...]
Once Upon a Pint
A Calgary brewer is turning back the clock to shape what ends up in the glass. Drawing on centuries-old recipes and brewing traditions, Nathan Vadeboncoeur recreates historical beer styles that offer a taste [...]
Lemon Curd Tartlets
Bright and silky lemon curd meets a crisp, buttery shell in these petite tartlets. Light, fresh and just the right balance of sweet and tart, they make an elegant finish to a spring [...]