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  • master chocolat Artisanal Pistachio and Kataifi Easter Egg

Egg-stra Special

By |April 13th, 2025|0 Comments

Master Chocolat is serving up something truly special this Easter. Layered with pistachio butter and delicate shredded phyllo, this artisanal egg is a celebration of flavour, craft and global inspiration. [...]

  • COCO.YYC

Spring Smash

By |April 3rd, 2025|0 Comments

Forget the hunt, this Easter is all about the smash! Dive into irresistible dessert bars and chocolate eggs ready to be demolished. It's the sweetest way to celebrate! Lisa [...]

  • Hoopla Donuts, lemon-lavender

Do-nut miss this

By |March 18th, 2025|0 Comments

Bright, zesty lemon and fragrant lavender make this Hoopla doughnut a must-try for spring. Discover all kinds of fresh, homemade flavours, including gluten-free and vegan options, for your next celebration. [...]

  • Cafe Beano

Bowl me over

By |January 12th, 2025|0 Comments

Cozy eats: Comfort foods to get through winter’s chill. The new year is the perfect time for comfort food. It’s cold, it’s dark and we’re all seeking something to nosh on that makes [...]

  • holiday gift guide 2024

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 [...]

  • Garlic style gourmet mustard

Mustard Mania

By |October 31st, 2024|0 Comments

Discover the taste of the prairies with Gravelbourg Mustard. This company uses locally sourced ingredients to create a diverse range of mustards, each with its own unique flavour profile. [...]

  • Pepperonata Sauce

Taste of Calabria

By |October 17th, 2024|0 Comments

Discover the deliciousness of pepperonata, a traditional Italian dish with a modern twist. Beeland Market's version is made with roasted eggplant, zucchini and sweet peppers. Try the sauce mixed with pasta, as a [...]

  • 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 [...]

  • Italian families

Mangia! Mangia!

By |September 9th, 2024|0 Comments

From the early days of Italian immigration to Calgary in the 1950s, a rich tapestry of family-owned restaurants has emerged, serving up authentic Italian cuisine that has become a beloved part of the [...]

  • Halkidiki S.Mammoth Whole Greek Green Olives

Olive Us

By |September 7th, 2024|0 Comments

From Greek roots to Alberta fields, Pillar Grove Estate's olives offer a taste of the Mediterranean. Discover the story behind these award-winning products and why they should be in everyone's pantry. [...]

  • Limoncello vodka smash

Smashing Summer

By |August 8th, 2024|0 Comments

Limoncello is having a moment, and Banff’s Park Distillery is leading the charge. The Park Distillery Limoncello Vodka Smash is the perfect summer refresher, whether you're hiking, camping, or simply enjoying a patio [...]

  • grizzly paw soda

Pawfuls of Pop

By |July 14th, 2024|0 Comments

Sunshine and a heat wave calls for refreshing flavours. Grab a Grizzly Paw Soda, available all through out Alberta, hand crafted in the Canadian Rockies. The Grizzly Paw Brewing [...]

  • Metis Apothecary Tea Party

Tea Party

By |June 23rd, 2024|Comments Off on Tea Party

Kodiak Herbal, billed as "the coziest apothecary in Calgary," offers tea parties led by Métis herbalist Kalyn Kodiak. Learn about traditional medicinal plants, design your own tea blends, and savour delicious Métis treats. [...]

  • Brandy Caffe

Coffee with the Neighbours

By |June 11th, 2024|Comments Off on Coffee with the Neighbours

Brandy Caffe is a special blend of Italian roast coffee and brandy, created by Cappuccino King and Bridgeland Distillery to celebrate Cappuccino King’s 50th anniversary. This Italian roast coffee meets award-winning brandy is [...]

  • Saskatchewan potter Suzanne Page

Great Plates

By |June 10th, 2024|Comments Off on Great Plates

Whether it’s locally sourced meat or clay to make dishes, local ingredients are the heart of pretty much every Indigenous culinary and food business in Alberta. Saskatchewan potter Suzanne Page, inspired by [...]

  • Indigenous herbal tea

Dreamy Drinks

By |May 26th, 2024|Comments Off on Dreamy Drinks

Founded by Carrie Armstrong and guided by traditional teachings, Mother Earth Essentials shares the wisdom of nature through its products. Enjoy a calming cuppa tea steeped in Canadian tradition to help unwind. [...]

  • strawberry pemmican

Eat Meat

By |May 15th, 2024|Comments Off on Eat Meat

Big Stone Cree Nation Chef Ian Gladue's Mitsoh bridges the gap between tradition and taste. Their pemmican blends Indigenous knowledge with delicious flavours, ensuring respect for heritage with every bite. [...]

  • thesangstersawmill

Get Spicy

By |May 5th, 2024|Comments Off on Get Spicy

Transforming trash into treasure, Sangster Sawmill elevates the art of sustainability. This family-run business uses leftover wood, including firewood scraps, to craft stunning and functional kitchenware, proving beauty can be found in unexpected [...]

  • Lee Valley Tools Self watering windowsill planter

Hassle Free Gardening

By |April 27th, 2024|0 Comments

A Self-Watering Windowsill Planter supports ethical eating by helping people grow their own herbs sustainably, even in small spaces. Its smart design saves water and encourages a stronger bond with our food, and [...]

  • Earth Group

For the planet

By |April 19th, 2024|Comments Off on For the planet

What began as a humble endeavor selling bottled water in Edmonton to support hunger relief efforts has evolved to provide school meals globally while championing environmental sustainability through innovative packaging solutions. With a [...]

  • peko produce

Take a Peko

By |March 31st, 2024|0 Comments

Ethical eating begins with embracing a mindful approach to our food, enabling us to find ways to positively impact sustainability, the ethical treatment of animals and support for local communities. [...]