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Meat-Free Charcuterie
Brie and Banquet As we put this issue together, we wondered if there was such a thing as plant-based charcuterie (one of our favourite warm-weather dinners.) Turns out, there is… and it’s delicious! Brie [...]
How to Vegetarian in Calgary
By Elizabeth Chorney-Booth It’s a stereotype that annoys foodies and restaurateurs to no end, but the idea that Calgary is a meat ‘n’ potatoes town is rooted in the truths of a not-so-distant past. [...]
Take a Walk on Vegan Street
Vegan Street It’s a rare occasion a vegan can order anything they wish off the menu, no holds barred. So it’s no surprise Vegan Street has become a favourite for plant-based diners. Formerly a [...]
A Twist on Turkish Classics
Anatolia Turkish Food Before coming to Canada, Chef Mahmut Elbasi was a culinary student in his hometown of Kayseri, Turkey. While studying for his red seal designation, he worked as head chef at Elmacioglu [...]
Breakfast Epiphanies
Did you know that when you treat mom to brunch on Mother’s Day, you’re actually celebrating a major milestone in the women’s movement? According to history books, it’s West Virginia’s Anna Jarvis we have [...]
Bramble On
Bramble Cider If you haven’t tried Bramble Cider’s rockin’ line-up of fresh, crisp and fruity blends, it’s high time you did. Named after Led Zepplin songs, the headlining flavours include Wild Child farmhouse style, [...]
Stock your Freezer
Shef's Fiery Kitchen Operated by sisters Shefali (Shef) and Sharon Somani, Shef’s Fiery Kitchen has become a popular lunch spot in the Calgary Farmers’ Market. With roots dating back to the market at Currie [...]
Having a Ball
Delish Ballz When life handed Chef Masoud Mehrabi lemons, he and his wife Atieh didn’t care much for lemonade, so they made balls instead. The cheekily-named Delish Ballz are Mehrabi’s take on Persian/Latin fusion [...]
Greek Eatery Reimagined
Mykonos Street Grill Chef Aki Hatzistamatis was born into the restaurant business. From age 12, he worked in his father’s restaurant Mykonos Greek Restaurant on Centre Street North until it closed in 2011. Aki [...]
My Fun Easter
I am closer to the Easter Bunny than I have ever been to Santa. Sure, Santa’s jolly, but his love is conditional. All that ‘naughty or nice’ business? Too much pressure. The Easter Bunny [...]
Butter Me Up With a Fresh Croissant
La Boulangerie If the heavenly aroma of freshly baked bread isn’t enough, one look in the display cases at La Boulangerie Bakery Café in Mission and you know you’re in for a treat. Husband-and-wife [...]
Passing the Reigns
The J Spot Things are moving and shaking in Fresh & Local Market & Kitchens, as Takori Avenida has closed and The J Spot Culinary Kitchen has opened under the leadership of Chef Joel [...]
Maxima Bakery
Hidden Gem: Maxima Bakery If you’re already an aficionado of authentic Chinese cuisine, chances are you already know about Maxima Bakery. Hidden inside the Lambda Asian Grocery in Crescent Heights Village, Maxima is a [...]
Ripe for the Picking
Orchard Stepping into Jenny Kang’s Orchard restaurant is like stepping into a magical Mediterranean garden where you can dine al fresco under the warm light of a chandelier in the dead of a Canadian [...]
Market Report: Kokom’s Bannock Kitchen
Lovers of all things carb will be thrilled to discover the newly opened Kokom's Bannock Kitchen at the Fresh & Local Market and [...]
The Milano Taste
Milano Cafe Master Roaster Brian Turko’s Milano Café is more than just coffee. It offers take-home beans, tea beverages, a fusion of French and Mediterranean bites including items like house-made quiche, chocolate pecan babka [...]
Beyond Dumplings
A Deep Dive into Calgary’s Asian Food Offering for Every Occasion Story by Carmen Cheng Photos by Carmen Cheng and Dong Kim unless otherwise credited What is “Asian food,” exactly? With more than 40 [...]
A Long Tradition with a new Chef
Once a Lilydale poultry plant, then a discount fashion outlet, then a restaurant, the home of Bookers BBQ Grill & Crab Shack has seen a lot of history. And with 23 years in service, [...]
Strong Sando Game
Sammie Cafe Last year saw its share of eateries finding innovative ways to do business. In some cases, restrictions have given business owners the chance to re-evaluate what they offer, like Percilla Gutscher owner [...]
16th Century Pizza Dough
Pizza Culture A pizza dough recipe that stretches back to the 16th century, a Stefano Ferrara wood-fire oven imported from Italy, and pizza making traditions passed down through generations is what you will find [...]
Warming up to Spiced Rum
Romero Distilling Company When you think of rum, thoughts might turn to white sand beaches and tropical punch. But Alberta actually has a strong affiliation with the sweet spirit with a history of prohibition [...]
In your own space
The Dandy Brewing Company The Dandy Brewing Company has launched In Your Own Space, a delivery and pick-up option that brings the Dandy tasting room experience home. Chef Merritt Gordon has crafted mains, snacks [...]
On A Roll
Ikusa Terry Ke shows no sign of slowing down as he recently added Ikusa in Bridgeland to his family of restaurants (which includes Ke Charcoal and Tokyo Street Market) as well as expanding the [...]
Modern Mediterranean Dining
Orchard Restaurant Under the direction of Chef Jenny Kang, Orchard Restaurant has opened for lunch and dinner in Calgary’s premier luxury residential project, SODO. The restaurant provides an experience from entry to exit invoking [...]