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16th Century Pizza Dough

By |December 30th, 2020|0 Comments

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 [...]

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Warming up to Spiced Rum

By |December 28th, 2020|0 Comments

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 [...]

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In your own space

By |December 24th, 2020|0 Comments

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 [...]

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On A Roll

By |December 22nd, 2020|0 Comments

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 [...]

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Modern Mediterranean Dining

By |December 21st, 2020|0 Comments

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 [...]

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A Mash Up

By |December 19th, 2020|0 Comments

The Mash The Heier/Kozloski family are the owners and operators of Half Hitch Brewing Company in Cochrane. They also opened The Mash during Covid-19, a take-out and delivery pizza-and-beer eatery in Airdrie, Kensington and [...]

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Christmas Pie Perfection

By |December 16th, 2020|0 Comments

Pie Junkie Christmas pies and pastry are soaked in holiday tradition. This year alongside their classic apple, pumpkin cheesecake and hazelnut ganache, Pie Junkie also has Nancy’s family's traditional mincemeat tarts and cranberry orange [...]

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John’s Breakfast and Lunch

By |December 14th, 2020|0 Comments

HIDDEN GEM: John's Breakfast and Lunch When Anita Ly speaks about her parents, she effuses pride for the hard work and dedication they’ve shown in creating a legacy in business and in their family. [...]

  • the donut club

The Early Bird gets the Donut

By |December 10th, 2020|0 Comments

The Donut Club The Donut Club, by UNA Pizza + Wine Executive Chef Kayle Burns and wife Kate Burns has become our latest food obsession. Every Monday on Instagram, they release a limited number [...]

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Time Honoured Traditions

By |December 8th, 2020|0 Comments

A Tavola A Tavola!  This is how sisters Nadia Carinelli and Sara Marghella were called to the table by their mother when dinner was ready. Translated, it means “at the table.” Growing up in [...]

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Christmas in the Foothills

By |December 7th, 2020|0 Comments

Spirit Hills Winery Wine tours and tastings now available every weekend until Christmas! Come out to Spirit Hills Winery and enjoy the Christmas in the Foothills Experience with a glass of mulled wine around [...]

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My Fine Christmas

By |December 6th, 2020|0 Comments

By Linda Kupecek Don’t get me wrong. I am all for a cozy Christmas during which people cuddle up in front of the fireplace and exude good will like a Hallmark movie. Year after [...]

  • ritage

Mediterranean with a Twist

By |December 5th, 2020|0 Comments

Ritage Restaurant Ritage Restaurant is one of Calgary’s newest restaurants to open right before the pandemic hit only to shut down like everyone else. As per AHS guidelines, they reopened this summer offering a [...]

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Buttermilk Holiday Box

By |December 4th, 2020|0 Comments

Buttermilk Fine Waffles Sam Friley has been busy working on holiday gift baskets and boxes curating each item and detail right down to the box itself. He’s even added his personal favourites including Buttermilk [...]

  • tippas magpie rum

New to the Flock

By |December 4th, 2020|0 Comments

Tippa Inc. New to the Okotoks-based Tippa lineup is Tippa’s Magpie Rum. Aged in premium tequila barrels, this smooth, flavourful rum uses premium cane sugar and black strap molasses. Tasting notes offer a blend [...]

  • foreign concept

What a Concept

By |December 3rd, 2020|0 Comments

Foreign Concept We’ve taken the opportunity during the pandemic to rediscover some Calgary classics. Duncan Ly’s Foreign Concept in the Beltline still delights! We started with a beautiful glass of Tommasi Pinot grigio to [...]

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Holy Cow Gelato

By |November 28th, 2020|0 Comments

Holy Cow Gelato The newest addition to the Teatro Group family is Holy Cow Gelato! Nestled next door to the famed Vendome in Sunnyside is the neighborhood’s newest hot spot to grab a scoop [...]

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Empire Provisions

By |November 27th, 2020|0 Comments

Artisanal Meat and Cheese Box Empire Provisions is offering custom curated gift boxes for gift giving or sharing at home. Boxes come in three sizes and include artisanal cured meats and cheese plus select [...]

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Mesmerize Spices

By |November 23rd, 2020|0 Comments

Stuff Stockings with Spices Mesmerize Spices was conceived by a group of friends who share a passion for food. One of the friends, local Chef Christopher Mesmer, curated the spices preparing three spice blends [...]

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Send Noods

By |November 21st, 2020|0 Comments

Nan's Noodle House What started as a dream for owner Nan Thammanatr has become a reality, as Nan’s Noodle House opened this fall to rave reviews. Eahly Shirley and Nan are owners of Hearts [...]

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Benny’s Breakfast Bar

By |November 17th, 2020|0 Comments

A Trip Down Memory Lane Walk into Benny’s Breakfast Bar and it feels like you are walking into a 1950’s diner. A bright, airy spot, the restaurant boasts candy apple red booths and chair [...]

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Hot Patios to enjoy all Winter Long

By |November 16th, 2020|0 Comments

Calgary restaurants have been quite innovative this year and with good reason. Having to operate at half capacity, distance tables, build plastic barriers, and set up make shift patios is how many have tried [...]

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Alvin’s Jazz Club

By |November 13th, 2020|0 Comments

Get Jazzed Up Alvin’s Jazz Club reopened in October safely to bring you the quintessential New York city dining experience of the 1930s and ’40s with a modern approach. The Westman Village jazz club [...]