Ingredients
Wok Star
A menu that spans countries rather than borders leaves plenty of room for discovery. Wok & Co draws inspiration from across Asia, with shareable dishes designed to encourage diners to try something new. [...]
Calgary’s Guide to Butcher Shops
Calgary's butcher shops are as diverse as the city's dining scene. Some have been serving the community for generations, while others are introducing a new approach to sourcing, sustainability and specialty meats. [...]
Rayu Sunshine
Calgary's Respect the Technique has built a loyal following for its ramen, but one pantry staple deserves a spot in your kitchen, too. This savoury gluten-free and nut-free chili oil has become a [...]
Duck Rillettes
Duck rillettes has long been a staple of French charcuterie, showcasing how a handful of ingredients can be transformed through traditional cooking techniques. While it requires time to prepare, the process is straightforward, [...]
Picklefest comes to Calgary
Canada's biggest pickle festival is coming to Calgary this summer. Whether you're a devoted pickle fan or simply curious about the world of fermentation, expect a day filled with flavour, creativity and plenty [...]
Summer Slumber
Sought x Found Coffee Roasters puts a refreshing spin on summer coffee with this bright, layered drink. Berry syrup, orange juice, tonic and decaf espresso come together for a crisp afternoon sip. [...]
Hungarian Happiness
Made in Cochrane, The Hungarian Guy's traditional pepper spread brings bold Hungarian flavour to everyday cooking. Spoon it onto sandwiches, swirl it into eggs or stews, or serve it alongside grilled meats. [...]
Market Report: Baskets and Blends
Summer meals start with great ingredients, and this edition of Market Report has both close to home and from around the world. Fill your picnic basket at Calgary Farmers' Market West, then explore the [...]
Escaping Reality
Bungalow Club brings a distinctly European perspective to 17th Avenue, pairing a design-forward space with a menu that travels across the continent. Since opening earlier this year, the restaurant has quietly become one [...]
Thai Siam opens second location
Thai Siam Restaurant has opened its second Calgary location, bringing its acclaimed Thai cuisine to a larger space across from Chinook Centre. The new restaurant will include a market stocked with specialty ingredients [...]
Ricotta, Prosciutto and Cherry Tomato Baguette
This picnic-ready baguette balances rich ricotta, savoury prosciutto and fresh tomatoes in every bite. Wrapped in foil and served warm, it's an easy way to elevate lunch on the go. [...]
Tool Shed Beer takes off with WestJet
WestJet is bringing a taste of Calgary onboard. Beginning July 15, passengers will be able to enjoy a selection of beers from local favourite Tool Shed Brewing Company on flights offering buy-on-board food [...]
The Perfect Picnic in Calgary
A great picnic starts with two things: a beautiful place to spread out a blanket and something delicious to eat. From riverside parks and urban green spaces to sandwiches, tacos and fried chicken, [...]
Marvellous Mustard
Alberta grows some of the world's best mustard seed, yet much of it leaves the country before returning to store shelves. One local producer is working to change that, one jar at a [...]
New Cocktail Room opens inside Tailgunner Brewing Company
Tailgunner Brewing is expanding beyond beer with the launch of Felina's. The new venue pairs cocktails with Acme Pizza and snacks, in a setting that feels distinct from the taproom below. [...]
Choux and tell
Choux & C brings authentic French pastry to Marda Loop, with cream puffs in rotating flavours and classic pastries made in-house. Ronan Le Guen and Isabelle Mahjoub opened the shop after moving from [...]
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge unveils new look
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge has unveiled an extensive transformation, introducing redesigned guest rooms, refreshed public spaces and new dining and wellness experiences across the historic resort. Set within Jasper National Park, the reimagined [...]
Golden Spiced Cabbage
Few vegetables work harder than cabbage. It's inexpensive, nutrient-dense, keeps for weeks in the fridge and adapts to everything from salads and soups to braises and stir-fries. Crunchy, golden [...]
Can’t Beet This
Not every condiment needs to be made at home. Tymek’s Cwikla Beets with Horseradish brings earthy sweetness and a sharp horseradish kick to sandwiches, smoked fish and roast beef, all in a convenient [...]
First Street Market Launches First Street Feeds Kids Campaign
First Street Market is putting its menu to work this month. A new campaign with Brown Bagging for Calgary Kids turns featured dishes from participating vendors into school lunches for Calgary students. [...]
Spinach
Related to amaranth, beets, Swiss chard and the herb epazote, spinach is a member of the Goosefoot family and, like so many greens, gets a wholly undeserved bad rap. The admonition ‘eat your [...]
Mount Pleasant Vintage lands in Calgary this summer
One of Vancouver’s most talked-about neighbourhood bars is headed to Calgary. Mount Pleasant Vintage plans to open in the Beltline this summer, bringing its unique mix of cocktails, live-fire cooking and vintage shopping [...]
Marvelous Miso
Yotam Ottolenghi’s flavour-packed cooking style has influenced kitchens around the world. His miso pesto combines white miso, spinach and pine nuts for a savoury spread that works on everything from pasta to sandwiches. [...]
Fired up
Chef Mario Spina is back behind the grill with Burger 320’s new home in Calgary’s Greenview Industrial area. The space also brings Marietta’s Gelato into the mix, pairing brisket burgers with house-made gelato [...]