Yes we can
Summer has arrived and it’s time to dine al fresco as much as possible before the snow flies again. Here are a few great products to get you started. Set up your posh picnic [...]
Discover a feast of flavours at The Continental Restaurant
Eric and Dawn Chabot brought their dreams to life by opening The Continental, an exclusive modern French restaurant in Kensington. The couple's shared love for gourmet food and fine-dining experiences generated the inspiration for [...]
Peach Crumble
Summer is not complete until you bite into a ripe, juicy peach. With peaches at their peak, it’s hard not to eat them by the bushel. From chutneys and sangria to sauces and [...]
The best places to find Catfish in Calgary
While catfish is not usually something you think of when you think of Calgary, several local restaurants offer catfish on their menus in various forms. Catfish is known for its mild flavour and [...]
Hot Dog
HOTDOG - A CRASH COURSE The image of a wiener in a bun, topped with that singular squiggle of yellow mustard, is a distinctly American construct, instantly evoking campfires, baseball games and kids’ birthday [...]
Get ready to soar, Wing’n it takes flight in Calgary
While living in Grande Prairie, Ishpreet Kalra was working at a gas station and Rajat Kumar was the head chef at Wing’n it, a wings plus more eatery. The friends liked the business so [...]
Zucchini Hot Dog Relish
I’m fond of hot dogs. There, I said it. My requirements are few but specific. I like a soft white bun, toasted if possible, a good quality boiled or steamed wiener topped with [...]
Poor Little Catfish
I feel sorry for catfish, such an overlooked, underrated food. It isn‘t even displayed at the supermarket under its real name. Instead, it’s labelled as basa, which is a form of catfish, and [...]
Market Report: Seafood and Cookies
The summer issue of our Market Report feature puts the spotlight on two remarkable local vendors who have been delighting our taste buds and adding a touch of magic to our local markets. At [...]
Thai One On, ice cream for grown-ups
While we’re up for ice cream any time of the year, it’s always best in summer. On an unseasonably hot spring day in May, we found a great little hidden gem in Chinatown [...]
Aster’s Beyaynetu
Aster Debrework has her sleeves rolled up and is ready for work. Her black apron is crisply tied, her hair tucked under a black chef’s cap, disposable plastic gloves crinkle on her hands. [...]
Christmas? Already?
We might be smack dab in the middle of summer, basking in warm summer days and floating the Bow without a care in the world, but soon the air will grow crisp reminding [...]
Mosquito Mastery
Summer has arrived and it's time to dine al fresco as much as possible before the snow flies again. Here are a few great products to get you started. Set up your posh picnic [...]
Cinnaholic rolls into Township Shopping Centre
Rolls, brownies, cookies, gluten-free options – oh, my! Cinnaholic, the gourmet cinnamon roll bakery, is opening a new location in southeast Calgary on Friday, August 18, 2023. This new location will [...]
Berry Salsa
Berry season is in full swing, and we are enjoying every minute of it. While we are grabbing orbs of blueberries by the handful, dipping strawberries in melted chocolate and topping raspberries with [...]
August Food Festivals
Plan your tasty tour of the city with this round-up of Calgary's summer food festivals throughout August starting with Taste of Calgary this weekend - bigger and better than ever!
A journey of sip-worthy adventures
The Banff Tea Cocktail Trail Banff's summer season has become even more intoxicating as two iconic establishments, Jolene's Tea House and PARK Distillery, have joined forces to unveil an exciting and innovative beverage offering in one of [...]
No-Churn Coffee Ice Cream
Ice cream. The ultimate treat. Ice cream conjures memories of good times, summer vacations and birthday parties. When I was pregnant, I ate tubs of Ben and Jerry’s Cookie Dough. I wonder if [...]
Unveiling the essence of luxury
Add sparkle to any occasion when you visit UNTITLED Champagne Lounge right in the heart of downtown Calgary. Enjoy snacks, bubbles, cocktails and live music. UNTITLED Champagne Lounge Located [...]
Marda Loop celebrates the 36th year of the Marda Gras Street Festival
Known as Calgary’s longest-running street festival, Marda Loop is celebrating the 36th year of the Marda Gras Festival on Sunday, August 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The action will take place along [...]
Tasty Trekker
Summer has arrived and it’s time to dine al fresco as much as possible before the snow flies again. Here are a few great locally sold products to get you started. If you are [...]
Taste of Calgary returns with Taste Passes
Get ready for the largest Taste of Calgary yet with paper-free Taste Passes, a larger event space, an opening ceremony, more food and international offerings, a foodie marketplace, and an extra day! For 26 [...]
River Café Brings Back Popular Picnic Baskets for Outdoor Dining
Dine al fresco in style this summer! River Café is bringing back their popular picnic baskets, perfect for an afternoon escape to Prince’s Island Park with family and friends or an intimate evening tryst [...]
Panini for a Picnic
Who can resist a beautiful panino? Fresh bread, stuffed with beautiful meats, cheeses and condiments, then grilled to perfection. With the weather being as nice as it has been, these panini are perfect [...]