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  • guacamole

Best Guacamole Recipe

By |September 13th, 2023|0 Comments

We've never met a guacamole we didn't like, and this variation is one of the most authentic we've made to date. After having this popular avocado dip made table side in Mexico, the [...]

  • good bread

Bagel Bliss

By |September 12th, 2023|0 Comments

An Ode to Bread The harvest season has us thinking about baking. As the days crispen and nights lengthen, those of us in the Northern hemisphere begin to seek solace indoors. And is there [...]

  • mashed potatoes

Harvest Mashed Potatoes

By |September 9th, 2023|0 Comments

Mashed potatoes are so common as to be almost disdained. And eating poorly prepared ‘mash’ as a child can put you off for a lifetime. However, creamy, buttery mashed potatoes can be a [...]

  • traylor parkers

Brisket and beer

By |September 8th, 2023|1 Comment

Traylor Parker's Real Texas BBQ is a treasure trove tucked into Big Rock Brewery, where barbecue and beer is a perfect match. With a legacy that spans generations, this legendary smokehouse comes to [...]

  • spice bar yyc

Step up to the spice bar

By |September 7th, 2023|1 Comment

The Spice Bar curates and crafts ethinically inspired spice blends meant to transport you to distant lands with every sprinkle and dash taking you on a gastronomic journey. The [...]

  • SCALLOPED POTATOES

Harvest Scalloped Potatoes

By |September 6th, 2023|0 Comments

A perennial autumn favourite is always scalloped potatoes. My grandmother made a bechamel for hers and, sadly, it could often be hit or miss. Years ago, the uber-talented Klaus Wöckinger, of La Chaumière [...]

  • different types of flour

Flour Power

By |September 5th, 2023|0 Comments

Ok, wheat’s awesome, but hard on the teeth. All flours actually serve the same purpose. They are each a little different in terms of flavour, texture, and nutritional value. Most can be substituted [...]

  • Fraser Valley

A Gastro geek’s Slice of Heaven

By |September 5th, 2023|0 Comments

When it comes to culinary tourism, Vancouver seems to get all the love in BC’s lower mainland. With some newly minted Michelin stars, it’s certainly a destination for glitz, glamour and some really [...]

  • lil empire sausages

Worthy wieners

By |September 2nd, 2023|0 Comments

The end of 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 [...]

  • muffaletta

Muffaletta

By |September 1st, 2023|0 Comments

Muffaletta is a classic New Orleans sandwich consisting of olive salad, cheese and deli meats all layered in a large, round loaf of bread. Served at room temperature and never toasted, it's a [...]

  • friends cafe

Legacy, friendship and new beginnings

By |August 30th, 2023|0 Comments

Friends Café is known as a local gathering space in the Calgary northwest community of Edgemont. The menu boasts a delightful assortment of delicious offerings including hearty soups, creative sandwiches, baked goods and [...]

  • ruby and the beast

Through the looking glass

By |August 24th, 2023|0 Comments

Ruby and the Beast is a restaurant that embodies rustic ambiance located in a beautiful old red building. The approachable and seasonal menu created by chef Cody Fummerton is both charming and creative [...]

  • Frico wine in a can

Yes we can

By |August 22nd, 2023|0 Comments

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 [...]

  • peach crumble

Peach Crumble

By |August 18th, 2023|0 Comments

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 [...]