Local Food Stories

  • The Loft at Calgary Farmers Market

Above the Market

By |June 16th, 2025|0 Comments

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 restaurant

NOtaBLE Reimagined

By |June 14th, 2025|0 Comments

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 [...]

  • zam zam authentic somali cuisine

A Taste of Somalia in Calgary

By |May 1st, 2025|0 Comments

Somali cuisine has found a welcoming home in Calgary at Zam Zam, a small restaurant in Forest Lawn where spiced tea, fragrant basmati rice, and fall-apart lamb bring the bold, comforting flavours of [...]

  • Bar Gigi

The Fire Within

By |April 21st, 2025|0 Comments

Bar Gigi is Crescent Heights' cozy new hotspot, brought to life by three friends who turned a shared dream into one of Calgary’s most buzzed-about restaurants. With just seven tables and a menu [...]

  • Brewsmith Brewing Company

Brewing Community Spirit

By |February 21st, 2025|0 Comments

Brewsmith Brewing Co. brings a fresh, community-driven approach to craft beer in the northwest. With a focus on small-batch brews and local collaborations, this Bowness brewery blends hands-on craftsmanship with a welcoming space [...]

  • Blackfoot Truckstop Diner banana cream pie

That’s Bananas

By |February 18th, 2025|0 Comments

Step into the Blackfoot Truckstop Diner, and you’ll find a place where time slows down and comfort food takes centre stage. Among the favourites, the banana cream pie stands out with its flaky [...]

  • Minuet Cafe Calgary

Quiche Me

By |February 4th, 2025|0 Comments

Tucked away in the community of Brentwood, Minuet Cafe has quickly won over Calgarians with its European-inspired pastries and quiches. From rich, buttery tarts to savoury slice of quiche, this hidden gem delivers [...]

  • Mercato Gourmet

Celebrating 20

By |January 10th, 2025|0 Comments

Mercato in Mission is celebrating two decades of bringing authentic Italian cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere to Calgary. Founded by the Caracciolo family, it has become a cherished gathering place for food lovers [...]

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Culinary Carols

By |December 14th, 2024|0 Comments

CULINARY CAROLS - A CRASH COURSE Few things create more holiday spirit than nostalgic carols on the speakers, beautiful food in the oven, and the 40-foot inflatable Santa from Costco. Lawn decorations aside, we’ve [...]

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Holiday Gift Guide 2024

By |December 3rd, 2024|0 Comments

Unwrap Calgary’s creativity this holiday season with our 2024 holiday gift guide, featuring inspired local gifts that surprise, delight and celebrate the spirit of the season. GIVE LOCAL! Ditch [...]

  • Savour Calgary's favourite 5 covers

Celebrating Five Years with Five Covers

By |November 11th, 2024|0 Comments

Thanks to Calgary’s talented community of artists, illustrators, photographers, food stylists and graphic designers, we’ve had some pretty great covers over the last five years. We assembled the team and asked everyone what their [...]

Market Report: Farmers’ Markets

By |November 5th, 2024|0 Comments

Discover Calgary’s holiday hotspots: Fresh & Local Market + Kitchens and Mister Grow It All. Enjoy festive foods, unique gifts and support local businesses this season. From global flavours and artisan goods at Fresh [...]

  • Salt and Pepper Restaurant

Decades of Deliciousness

By |October 7th, 2024|0 Comments

Salt & Pepper Mexican Restaurant, a Calgary culinary institution, has been delighting diners for over three decades. With its authentic Mexican cuisine and warm atmosphere, this family-owned restaurant is a local favourite. [...]

  • Finocchionna

Cure your Cravings

By |October 6th, 2024|0 Comments

VDG Salumi, a Calgary-based charcuterie company, offers a delicious variety of homemade Italian-style salumi. Discover an assortment of items including classic salumi to sliced package combinations. VDG Salumi Chef [...]

  • Kakes and Kanvas

Feast for the Eyes and Tummy

By |October 5th, 2024|0 Comments

Indulge in the sweet life at Kakes & Kanvas. This Calgary bakery located in Kensington creates delectable treats, luscious cakes, corporate gifts and engages community with creative classes. Photo Credit: Whitney Carrigan [...]

  • spicy tomato jam

We be jamming

By |September 24th, 2024|0 Comments

The smell of tomato vines and hot peppers in the fall. The satisfying crunch of a homemade pickle paired with a fine slice of locally made jars of jam, mustard and sauce lined [...]

  • Thai Siam Restaurant

Thai One On

By |September 11th, 2024|0 Comments

A culinary journey awaits at Thai Siam, where authentic Thai flavours and a passion for quality food come together. From its humble beginnings as a pop-up to its permanent location in Starr Distillling [...]

  • Lodge at Bow Lake

A Taste of the Rockies

By |August 5th, 2024|0 Comments

Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of Bow Lake, The Lodge offers an unforgettable escape where culinary artistry meets alpine adventure. The Lodge at Bow Lake The privilege of telling [...]