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Worthy wieners
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 [...]
Best Caesar Salads in Calgary
All Hail Caesar! Caesar salad that is. There are not many that don’t love this iconic salad. With crisp pieces of romaine, crunchy croutons, a shower of Parmigiano-Reggiano and a lemony garlic dressing, [...]
Legacy, friendship and new beginnings
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 [...]
WERK celebrates Pride Week with a series of events
Calgary, get ready to WERK! WERK, is the group behind Calgary’s hottest queer events, celebrating Pride Week with an exciting roster of events and activations across the city. Be sure to check out all [...]
Terroir Symposium returns with Transformation
For three immersive days from September 30 to October 2, right here in Calgary, the Terroir Symposium will engage you in a world of culinary inspiration and innovation. This year’s theme of Transformation: Industry – Ingredients – [...]
Through the looking glass
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 [...]
Discover a feast of flavours at The Continental Restaurant
Eric and Dawn Chabot brought their dreams to life by opening The Continental, an exclusive modern French restaurant in Kensington. The couple's shared love for gourmet food and fine-dining experiences generated the inspiration for [...]
The best places to find Catfish in Calgary
While catfish is not usually something you think of when you think of Calgary, several local restaurants offer catfish on their menus in various forms. Catfish is known for its mild flavour and [...]
Hot Dog
HOTDOG - A CRASH COURSE The image of a wiener in a bun, topped with that singular squiggle of yellow mustard, is a distinctly American construct, instantly evoking campfires, baseball games and kids’ birthday [...]
Get ready to soar, Wing’n it takes flight in Calgary
While living in Grande Prairie, Ishpreet Kalra was working at a gas station and Rajat Kumar was the head chef at Wing’n it, a wings plus more eatery. The friends liked the business so [...]
Poor Little Catfish
I feel sorry for catfish, such an overlooked, underrated food. It isn‘t even displayed at the supermarket under its real name. Instead, it’s labelled as basa, which is a form of catfish, and [...]
Market Report: Seafood and Cookies
The summer issue of our Market Report feature puts the spotlight on two remarkable local vendors who have been delighting our taste buds and adding a touch of magic to our local markets. At [...]
Thai One On, ice cream for grown-ups
While we’re up for ice cream any time of the year, it’s always best in summer. On an unseasonably hot spring day in May, we found a great little hidden gem in Chinatown [...]
Aster’s Beyaynetu
Aster Debrework has her sleeves rolled up and is ready for work. Her black apron is crisply tied, her hair tucked under a black chef’s cap, disposable plastic gloves crinkle on her hands. [...]
Cinnaholic rolls into Township Shopping Centre
Rolls, brownies, cookies, gluten-free options – oh, my! Cinnaholic, the gourmet cinnamon roll bakery, is opening a new location in southeast Calgary on Friday, August 18, 2023. This new location will [...]
August Food Festivals
Plan your tasty tour of the city with this round-up of Calgary's summer food festivals throughout August starting with Taste of Calgary this weekend - bigger and better than ever!
A journey of sip-worthy adventures
The Banff Tea Cocktail Trail Banff's summer season has become even more intoxicating as two iconic establishments, Jolene's Tea House and PARK Distillery, have joined forces to unveil an exciting and innovative beverage offering in one of [...]
Unveiling the essence of luxury
Add sparkle to any occasion when you visit UNTITLED Champagne Lounge right in the heart of downtown Calgary. Enjoy snacks, bubbles, cocktails and live music. UNTITLED Champagne Lounge Located [...]
Marda Loop celebrates the 36th year of the Marda Gras Street Festival
Known as Calgary’s longest-running street festival, Marda Loop is celebrating the 36th year of the Marda Gras Festival on Sunday, August 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The action will take place along [...]
Taste of Calgary returns with Taste Passes
Get ready for the largest Taste of Calgary yet with paper-free Taste Passes, a larger event space, an opening ceremony, more food and international offerings, a foodie marketplace, and an extra day! For 26 [...]
River Café Brings Back Popular Picnic Baskets for Outdoor Dining
Dine al fresco in style this summer! River Café is bringing back their popular picnic baskets, perfect for an afternoon escape to Prince’s Island Park with family and friends or an intimate evening tryst [...]
Panini for a Picnic
Who can resist a beautiful panino? Fresh bread, stuffed with beautiful meats, cheeses and condiments, then grilled to perfection. With the weather being as nice as it has been, these panini are perfect [...]
We are all connected
Doughlicious is built on the belief that good food connects people of all backgrounds. This rustic Mediterranean restaurant stands out as a beacon for authentic flavours and warm hospitality. [...]
Calgary’s University District welcomes new businesses
University District welcomes two well-loved restaurants, anticipated to open by 2024 - UNA Pizza and Wine and Native Tongues Taqueria - to the ground floor of The Forge, part of its Retail Main Street. [...]