Features
A place to gather
In Mount Pleasant, Our House blends vintage character with relaxed dining and hearty plates. Comfort classics get a thoughtful twist, from YiaYia’s Meatloaf to creative brunches and late-night bites. Photo Credit: Our [...]
Where to buy direct from Local Farms
Buying direct from Alberta farms and ranches means fresher flavour and a clear line back to the people who raised and grew it. This guide gathers producers who sell direct with simple links [...]
Market Report: Sips and Stems
Fresh produce and fragrant spices come together in this edition of Market Report. Chongo’s Market in the Crossroads Market offers the season’s best fruits and vegetables, while Chai Stories in Fresh & Local [...]
Links to tradition
Spolumbo’s has been a Calgary favourite for more than three decades, serving up hearty Italian flavours with a local touch. What started with the classic Spicy Italian has grown into a lineup that [...]
Churning up tradition
Noto Gelato brings Italian tradition to Calgary with creamy, small batch scoops made the authentic way. Classics like pistachio and lemon sorbetto keep company with a rotating selection of inventive flavours. Photo [...]
Japanese Teppanyaki and BBQ experiences in Calgary
Teppanyaki brings theatre to the table with chefs cooking on a flat top grill in front of their guests ensuring dinner and entertainment all in one. Japanese barbecue offers a more hands-on experience [...]
The house that Nick built
Nick’s Steakhouse & Pizza has grown from one man’s dream into a family-run landmark where tradition, community and hearty plates come together. Decades later, the Petros family still carries on that legacy with [...]
Billy-Joe’s BBQ
Craving a sauce that hits tangy, sweet and just a little spicy? This locally made BBQ sauce has been perfected over decades of testing and is ready to take ribs, chicken, roasted vegetables [...]
Meet the Producers – Beef and Basil
Two Alberta producers share a passion for creating fresh, local food while caring for the land that sustains them. From open pastures to sunlit greenhouses, their work reflects both tradition and innovation in [...]
Best Korean BBQ and Restaurants in Calgary
Korean cuisine continues to heat up Calgary’s food scene with bold flavours, sizzling BBQ, and comforting classics that draw crowds across the city. From bubbling hot pots to crispy fried chicken and tableside [...]
Fire it up
Scotch Fire started as a flavour experiment in a Calgary kitchen and quickly turned into a full-blown hot sauce hustle. Today, Prince and Vince are bringing island heat to grills everywhere with bold [...]
Guide to Summer Markets
From sun-ripened produce to handcrafted goods, Calgary’s farmers’ markets are a summer staple. Whether you're hunting for fresh, seasonal ingredients or browsing one-of-a-kind local finds, these markets offer a taste of the city’s [...]
Grain to glass
Two Rivers Distillery is carving out its place in Calgary’s craft spirit scene with a focus on locally sourced ingredients and small-batch production. Tucked just off Macleod Trail, the distillery offers premium vodka [...]
Rooted in rice noodles
Tamarind Vietnamese Grill & Noodle House has been a Beltline favourite for 15 years, offering vegan takes on traditional Vietnamese comfort food. Known for its cozy atmosphere and generous portions, this family-run spot [...]
Tubby Time
Tubby’s The Ukey sausages bring bold, smoky flavour to the table with almost no effort. Fully cooked and easy to heat, they’re a quick and tasty option for busy evenings, or casual summer [...]
Where the wild flavours are
Mowgli’s Fresh Bakes and Ice Creams brings bold flavours and playful charm to Inglewood with tropical ice creams, inventive brunch and whimsical desserts. This new concept from chef Prasad Patil and team adds [...]
Stampede Whisky on Ice
Two beloved Alberta brands—Foothills Creamery and Eau Claire Distillery—have teamed up to churn out a boozy treat just in time for Stampede season.
A New Era of Parlour Rooms
Tucked behind a hidden door at Calgary’s ALT Hotel, after EIGHT Parlour offers an intimate cocktail experience reserved for night owls and fine spirit seekers. This moody eight-seat bar channels Japanese elegance, rare [...]
More than Beer
Bitter Sisters Brewing is a community-focused taproom founded by sisters Tracy and Jill Johnson, blending craft beer with a family-friendly vibe. With approachable brews, thoughtful food pairings, and a strong neighbourhood connection, it’s [...]
A bear hug
Half Hitch Brewing in Cochrane delivers laid-back vibes, hearty burgers, and refreshing craft beer like the popular Papa Bear Prairie Ale. Venture out of the city for a scenic ride, and a stop [...]
Above the Market
Tucked above the Calgary Farmers’ Market West, The Loft offers a welcoming space for gatherings of all kinds. With market-fresh catering by day and elevated dining by night, it’s a flexible venue that [...]
NOtaBLE Reimagined
After 15 years as a Calgary favourite, NOtaBLE is entering a bold new chapter. On June 17, it reopens as NOtaBLE ~ The Steakhouse, bringing Alberta beef to the forefront while keeping a [...]
Eyes on the Pies
Pie Junkie is now baking in Legacy, marking the fifth outpost for the Calgary favourite known for its golden, all-butter crusts. The new shop brings signature sweet and savoury pies to the city’s [...]
Urban Gardening
CRASH COURSE - URBAN GARDENING As you toss that sad, wilted carton of greens you bought last week for $7.99, consider this: just because you live in a province where winter lasts half the [...]