Main Dishes
Pork and Mushroom Dumplings
Pork and mushroom dumplings are a favourite in our house. These dumplings combine a hearty, flavourful filling with a light, chewy wrapper. Comfort food comes in all sizes and dumplings are right up [...]
Holiday Gift Guide 2024 – Drinks
A toast to friends, new and old, as Christmas lights sparkle around us. The clink of our glasses as we celebrate, a delicious beverage in hand. Whether you choose whisky or wine, ready-made [...]
Holiday Gift Guide 2024
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 [...]
Lazy Lasagna
When it comes to comfort food, few dishes rival the warm, hearty appeal of lasagna. Traditional lasagna can be a labour of love that not everyone has the time or energy to tackle, [...]
Hearty Beef Stew
Evoking fond childhood memories, our family beef stew was a comforting dish usually served over mashed potatoes or crusty rolls. This fall, fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of simmering stew, heralding [...]
Roast Turkey
There are many ways to cook a turkey, but this foolproof recipe makes it easy. If using a frozen turkey, set it on a platter in its wrapper and thaw in the refrigerator [...]
Pizza Recipe
Italian food is all about family and there are few better ways to bond than cooking together. When it comes to pizza, eaters of every age can participate, and it’s so much fun [...]
Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken noodle soup evokes childhood memories of comfort food during cooler months, not to mention providing a defense against the dreaded flu season. I’ve yet to write out a recipe for a soup [...]
Beef Empanadas
Indulge your taste buds with this mouthwatering recipe for beef empanadas, a type of pastry filled with savory or sweet ingredients popular in Latin American and Spanish-speaking countries, as well as in the [...]
Pasta Aglio e Olio
Pasta aglio e olio is a classic Italian dish that celebrates simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients you’re more than likely to find in your pantry, this recipe delivers a burst of [...]
Grilled Peruvian Chicken Thighs
Inspired by the flavours of Peru and the Peruvian restaurants in our city, these grilled Peruvian chicken thighs (Pollo a la Brasa) offer an incredible fusion of sweet, spicy and savoury notes. Try [...]
Duck Confit with Black Currants
Looking to wow your guests at your next dinner party? This recipe is technical but can be prepared ahead of time and is sure to impress. Recipe by: Chef Danny Beaulieu, Änkôr [...]
Wild Side Mac N’ Cheese with Goose Bacon
Craving a mac and cheese that takes it over the top? This Wild Side Mac N' Cheese features creamy, homemade goodness amped up with smoky goose bacon and a decadent, texture-rich topping. [...]
Alberta Beef Smash Burgers Recipe
Master the art of the smash burger with this easy-to-follow recipe. Transform 1 pound of ground beef into 4 juicy patties with unforgettable crispy edges. You can also create 2 double burgers for [...]
Seared Rainbow Trout Wrapped in Sautéed Greens
My father and I spent hours on the creeks and rivers near our acreage in Central Alberta fishing for trout together. My dad taught me to hunt and fish, to cultivate in me [...]
Carnitas
Carnitas is a traditional Mexican dish made of pork seasoned with herbs and spices. It’s slow-cooked or braised until it becomes tender, then shredded and crisped, making it delicious to use in tacos, [...]
Goan Coconut Fish Curry
In Goa, a state along India's southwestern coast, seafood and coconut are staples. Goan fish curry is a traditional dish that captures the coastal flavours offering an authentic taste of regional cuisine. Recipe [...]
Chicken Quinoa Salad
Making lifestyle choices such as maintaining a balanced diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease. Embracing leftover rotisserie chicken as an excellent protein option, offers a simple way to craft a [...]
Red Lentil, Carrot and Coconut Soup
Vibrant and soulful, vegetarian red lentil, carrot and coconut soup combines carrots, tomatoes, fresh ginger and garlic, fish sauce and coconut milk making it a hearty soup ready in an hour or less. [...]
Mushroom Borscht
The tradition of cooking borscht dates back centuries and is passed on from generation to generation. With hundreds of variations of borscht, my grandmother says, “There are as many borscht recipes as there [...]
Pumpkin Pasta
Don’t miss out on the amazing array of seasonal squashes at the markets right now. Make this creamy pumpkin sauce that coats the pasta, creating a luscious and savoury combination.
Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
Quinoa-Stuffed Bell Peppers is a very forgiving recipe. You can make it your own by adding or leaving out vegetables you may want to change. It's a versatile dish that will work well [...]
Tortilla Española
Potatoes, eggs, olive oil, salt and onions are kitchen staples around the world. Sometimes thought of as bit players, they’re often relegated to supporting roles. Unless, that is, you are in Spain: home [...]
Muffaletta
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 [...]