Calgary’s dining festival is back and bigger than ever
YYC Food & Drink Experience returns March 13 to 29 with its largest lineup yet, bringing more than 115 Calgary restaurants together for prix fixe menus and chef events across the city. [...]
Guy Fieri brings Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives to Calgary’s Namo Cafe Bistro
Namo Cafe Bistro is set to appear on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives when the Calgary-filmed episode airs later this March. The restaurant is known for its blend of Asian and Mediterranean influences and [...]
Stir-Fried Chow Mein Noodles with Grilled Chicken
This quick chow mein brings together crisp vegetables, saucy noodles and tender grilled chicken for a satisfying weeknight meal. It delivers the comfort of takeout flavours with the ease of cooking at home. [...]
Calgary’s Soup Guide
Soup is one of the most versatile dishes in Calgary, showing up in markets, restaurants and specialty shops across the city. Our soup guide gathers places where you can sit down for a [...]
Club Sandwich
CLUB SANDWICH - A CRASH COURSE Story by Ceilidh Price Let’s be honest: the clubhouse sandwich should not inspire strong feelings. It’s the simpleton of sandos. And yet it does — ferociously. Mention [...]
Market Report: Brats and Broths
This edition of Market Report highlights market eateries that have stood the test of time and continue to serve customers with the same dedication to flavour and craft. Old Munich Bratwurst House offers [...]
Unfiltered Conversation
Unfiltered Wine Bar opened in June with a focus on approachable discovery and conversation over wine. The neighbourhood spot pairs a rotating list of pours with small plates in a space designed to [...]
Women-owned tea company highlights ethical sourcing
Calgary's Sarjesa has grown into Alberta's biggest tea manufacturer while keeping women at every link in its supply chain. Founder Alexandra Sangster marks International Women's Day by pointing to the female farmers, workers [...]
State of mind
State & Main Kitchen + Bar expanded its Calgary footprint with a new northwest location that opened last fall. The restaurant pairs its signature cocktails with comfort-driven dishes in a neighbourhood setting designed [...]
Vancouver Island Collective Collaborative Dinner
Four Vancouver Island chefs are bringing their first collaborative dinner to Calgary next month. The Island Restaurant Collective teams up with Deane House and River Café for a six-course meal showcasing West Coast [...]
London Fog Hot Chocolate
Earl Grey meets hot chocolate in this cozy twist on a winter classic. Bergamot, rich cocoa and steamed milk make a fragrant, slow-sipping drink that’s made for chilly afternoons. [...]
Calgary’s guide to Food and Beverage Flights
Ordering one thing feels limiting when there is so much more to explore. Around Calgary, tasting flights let you compare small pours and plates side by side, whether you are in the mood [...]
Eau Claire Distillery unveils Ploughman’s Single Malt
Eau Claire Distillery has released Ploughman’s Single Malt, a Pedro Ximénez cask-finished whisky positioned as its new flagship. Made with Alberta malted barley and matured in bourbon and European oak before its sherry [...]
Hero Worship
A great sandwich isn’t accidental. It’s built with intention, from the bread that frames it to the fillings and sauce that define each bite. When every layer plays its part, the result is [...]
Smoked Tofu with BBQ Pear and Swiss Cheese Sandwich
Smoked tofu takes on BBQ sauce like it was made for it, creating sticky, caramelized edges that hold up against sharp Swiss and the bright snap of fresh pear. The crispy onions add [...]
Our most popular recipes for Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day with a partner or Galentine's with your best friends, staying in can be just as special as any reservation. This collection of our top recipes brings cocktails, mains, and desserts that [...]
Sweet treats
Alessia Bellusci is stepping into her own with Dolce & Veloce, a line of Italian cookies and confections shaped by family tradition and a love of design. The Calgary maker’s treats are landing [...]
Burgers for a cause
Burger It Forward returns this February, with hundreds of restaurants across Canada serving feature burgers to help raise funds for local and national food banks. The month-long campaign supports food-insecure communities while encouraging [...]
Roasted Cauliflower Steaks with Winter Slaw
Cut into thick slabs and roasted until deeply golden, cauliflower becomes the heart of this satisfying vegetarian supper. Served over pearl couscous with a crisp fennel and apple slaw, it’s a bright, textured [...]
Mandarins
Sweet, easy to peel and full of juice, mandarins add brightness to both sweet and savoury dishes. We've included two simple recipes showing how the fruit can be preserved and turned into a [...]
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest returns this February
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest returns in February, bringing cafés, restaurants and shops together for a month of creative hot chocolate specials across the city. Each cup sold supports Calgary Meals on Wheels, turning [...]
Rendang and Roots
A south Calgary restaurant is putting a personal spin on western and Asian flavours, led by the father-and-son team behind Expatasia. Inspired by years spent living and cooking in Southeast Asia, the space [...]
Happy hops
Cabin Brewing has expanded its lineup beyond beer with a pair of hop-infused sparkling waters that are crisp, citrusy and completely alcohol-free. Light and refreshing, they offer a flavourful alternative when you want [...]
Calgary’s Fresh Juice and Smoothie Guide
Fresh pressed juice and smoothies are a popular choice in January, or any time of the year, as many Calgarians look for lighter, fresher ways to add healthier beverages to their diet. This [...]