Food Stories
S’mores
S'MORES - A CRASH COURSE Story by Ceilidh Price S’mores and campfires go together like, well, chocolate, graham crackers and schmelty marshmallows. For a city that spends half the year looking for excuses [...]
Sweet Melons
A ripe melon is one of summer's simplest pleasures. Learn how to choose the best melons at the market or grocery store and explore a few varieties you may not have tried before. [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Calgary’s Tea Guide
Tea offers a slower, more considered way to meet, with everything from traditional loose-leaf to modern bubble tea on the table. Calgary’s tea scene covers it all, whether you’re after a quiet cup [...]
Oodles of noodles
The noodles simplicity has made it into a beloved staple in many countries around the world. Whether it’s that package of instant ramen ever-present in many a college student’s dorm room or crunchy [...]
An Emerald in the rough
Emerald Lake Lodge is offering a new way to dine beneath the stars this winter. The Emerald Sky Dome pairs a six course tasting menu with Rocky Mountain ingredients and wines from the [...]
Fiddleheads
Fiddleheads appear in markets for a short window each spring, their tightly coiled fronds signalling the arrival of one of the season’s most anticipated greens. With a flavour somewhere between asparagus and green [...]
Club Sandwich
CLUB SANDWICH - A CRASH COURSE Story by Ceilidh Price Let’s be honest: the clubhouse sandwich should not inspire strong feelings. It’s the simpleton of sandos. And yet it does — ferociously. Mention [...]
Market Report: Brats and Broths
This edition of Market Report highlights market eateries that have stood the test of time and continue to serve customers with the same dedication to flavour and craft. Old Munich Bratwurst House offers family [...]
Unfiltered Conversation
Unfiltered Wine Bar opened in June with a focus on approachable discovery and conversation over wine. The neighbourhood spot pairs a rotating list of pours with small plates in a space designed to [...]
Hero Worship
A great sandwich isn’t accidental. It’s built with intention, from the bread that frames it to the fillings and sauce that define each bite. When every layer plays its part, the result is [...]
Mandarins
Sweet, easy to peel and full of juice, mandarins add brightness to both sweet and savoury dishes. We've included two simple recipes showing how the fruit can be preserved and turned into a [...]
Rendang and Roots
A south Calgary restaurant is putting a personal spin on western and Asian flavours, led by the father-and-son team behind Expatasia. Inspired by years spent living and cooking in Southeast Asia, the space [...]
Seed real food
Seed N Salt has grown steadily since opening in 2017, expanding to multiple locations across the city. They continue to offer quick service with healthy, delicious meals featuring in-house made meals with wholesome [...]
Buzz-free booze
Zero proof wine continues to find its place at the table, especially for drinkers looking for something that still feels grown up in the glass. City & Country Urban Winery’s non alcoholic wines [...]
Market Report: Dry Drinks and Sweet Bakes
This edition of Market Report turns its attention to what people are sipping and snacking on right now. Santé Dry Bottle Shop at Crossroads Market highlights the growing world of alcohol-free drinks, while Purple [...]
A Feast for a Manger
THE OG DINNER PARTY - A CRASH COURSE Story by Ceilidh Price There’s a chill in the air, all the Airbnbs are fully booked, and a young couple from Nazareth have just been told [...]
Broth with benefits
High Vibe Health has quietly built a loyal following in Calgary with broths that balance flavour and function. Rooted in care and craft, the brand brings slow, intentional cooking into everyday routines. [...]
Our Favourite Things 2025
Calgary’s food scene delivered plenty to talk about in 2025, from standout dishes to memorable dining moments. We pulled together the favourites that defined our year of eating. Calgary’s [...]
The evolution of Roy
Chef Roy Oh continues to shape Calgary’s Korean food scene with Roy’s Korean Kitchen in Heritage Square. The space supports both a full menu and a growing retail focus developed in collaboration with [...]
Calgary’s Holiday Market Guide
Holiday market season has arrived and Calgary is in full festive mode. Makers, bakers and local creatives are popping up across the city with gifts, treats and plenty of cheer. Pick a weekend [...]