Mmm Bao Bao
From pipeline engineer to restaurant owner, Lianping Cheng crafts pillowy clouds of dough stuffed with aromatic meat fillings making her dumplings some of the best in Calgary. iBoaza When [...]
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest marks 14th Anniversary in Calgary
Winter's warmest hug Calgary Meals on Wheels is gearing up to kick off the 14th Anniversary of YYC Hot Chocolate Fest on February 1st. YYC’s Sweetest Festival has always been about community and every [...]
Wild Life Distillery brings home two gold medals
Alberta Distillery Celebrates Golden Double Win at the 2024 Canadian Whisky Awards Wild Life Distillery is thrilled to announce its outstanding success at the prestigious 2024 Canadian Whisky Awards. The distillery secured two coveted gold [...]
Market Report: Lunar New Year and Ukrainian Christmas
Our local markets are bursting with excitement as they celebrate Ukrainian Christmas (newly established as December 24th, although some still celebrate in January) and Lunar New Year (occurs this year on February 10th). Discover [...]
Fairmont Palliser introduces Iconic Love Affair Valentine’s Package
A night to remember Nestled within Calgary’s iconic Fairmont Palliser, a crescendo of refined grandeur unfolds, setting the stage for an unparalleled declaration of love. The Fairmont Palliser reveals this masterpiece of romance, the [...]
Medovik (Honey Cake)
Dating back more than 200 years, it is said the first honey cake was made by the personal chef of Czar Alexander I. With dozens of variations, this version by Kalyna Store baker [...]
Culinary works of art
Embarking on a culinary journey that spans globetrotting and prestigious hotel kitchens, Chef Bo Hons found his way back to Maryland, eventually trading tropical landscapes for Calgary, a city nestled in the foothills [...]
Rolling in tradition
Makivnyk, a cherished pastry in Eastern European culinary heritage, offers a delectable blend of poppy seeds, honey, sugar, dried fruits, and nuts rolled in sweet yeast dough. Find this pastry at Kings Bakery [...]
Charcut set to open second location
Charcut announces second location opening in Calgary this Spring Multi-award-winning restaurant CHARCUT has repeatedly been named in lists of Canada’s top restaurants since opening in 2010. A pioneer of Alberta’s local food scene, Charcut will open [...]
Red Lentil, Carrot and Coconut Soup
Vibrant and soulful, vegetarian red lentil, carrot and coconut soup combines carrots, tomatoes, fresh ginger and garlic, fish sauce and coconut milk making it a hearty soup ready in an hour or less. [...]
Hidden gem eateries found in Calgary Strip Malls
As Calgary continues to grow and expand, so do the never-ending strip malls or shopping districts. There are several stand alone restaurants to tickle your fancy nestled in all quadrants, however some of [...]
A hope and a dream
Ukrainian Coffee House in Calgary, is a labour or love of two families from Kherson, Ukraine. Discover a selection of Ukrainian drinks, homemade pastries and items, accompanied by vibrant blue and yellow artwork [...]
No clowning around
Class Clown Hamburgers, a haven of vintage vibes and whimsical culinary delights, has swiftly gained a devoted following with its affordable, in-house crafted burgers and playful menu curated by restaurateurs Noel Sweetland and [...]
Connecting through food
Preserving the culinary legacy of her master baker father from Poland, Kathy Batorowski, owner of Heritage Deli & Bakery, meticulously upholds his original recipe for kielbasa, made with ham, spices, natural hickory smoke, [...]
Sviat Vechir
Sviat Vechir is Ukraine’s Holy Supper steeped deep in tradition, symbolism and really, really good food. With its roots in pagan tradition, and its symbolism rich with Christian reference, the Ukrainian Christmas meal [...]
Ukrainian traditions
“Sviat Vechir,” Holy Evening or Ukrainian Christmas is a festive celebration now observed along with the western tradition of Christmas Eve on December 24th. Beginning after the first star appears in the evening sky, [...]
Mushroom Borscht
The tradition of cooking borscht dates back centuries and is passed on from generation to generation. With hundreds of variations of borscht, my grandmother says, “There are as many borscht recipes as there [...]
A taste of Ukraine
The Ukrainian Bakery and Coffee Shop brings a taste of Ukraine to Calgary and stands as a true homage to Ukraine's rich culinary traditions. Ukrainian Bakery and Coffee Shop [...]
Chinese Broccoli Stir-Fry
A stir-fry of Chinese broccoli makes a versatile side dish elevating even the simplest entree to extraordinary heights. While the flavours are simple, the infusion of garlic, ginger and a medley of seasonings [...]
Where to find the best Paella in Calgary
Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that originated in the Valencia region. It's a flavourful and aromatic one-pan rice dish cooked with a variety of ingredients, often including saffron, giving the dish its [...]
Bring your wingman
Wing'n It has landed in the community of Kensington, offering a diverse menu with creative wing flavours and comforting dishes. Wing'n It What started as a family-owned business in [...]
Cranberry Lime Spritz Mocktail
The new year has arrived and along with it, Dry January. It’s a great opportunity to engage in a reset to help kick-start a healthier lifestyle, while bidding adieu to all the indulgences [...]
The best vegan restaurants in Calgary
January is Veganuary, a time for those wanting to change up their diets to embrace the vegan lifestyle for an entire month. It's the best time to explore the abundance of vegan eateries [...]
Kevin Conniff Shines on Holiday Baking Championship
Baking star to culinary gem Kevin Conniff, the owner of Sweet Bella Chocolates and a respected instructor at SAIT, recently made a significant mark on the national stage as a contestant on the Food [...]