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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 [...]
Pursuing Mountain Flavours
The road to Jasper is considered one of the most scenic on Earth. And as much as we love breath-taking, we're on the hunt for mouth-watering on this particular venture. Join us on the road to Jasper's newest culinary offering: Aalto at Pyramid Lake Lodge.
Petit Déjuner, big flavours
Chez François Next time you're in Canmore, treat yourself to breakfast at Chez François. With traditional Québécois cuisine at the heart of the menu, there's really something for everyone and they have what might [...]
Mash up
Cabeza Grande Tacos & Tequila Cabeza Grande Tacos & Tequila quietly opened last summer in the space directly behind Mari Bakeshop in Bridgeland. It’s the third restaurant of the same name for owners Jerry [...]
Alpine Dreams
Bluebird Restaurant and Lobby Bar Apres ski, before ski, maybe skip ski? With breakfast comforts like Prime Rib and Egg on Toast, a happy hour that features half-price food and cocktails and a dinner [...]
Peak Momo
Aama Nepalese Cousine Half of the team behind Calgary Momo House has branched off and opened the new Aama Nepalese Cuisine in Cochrane. With a gorgeous dining room featuring a great view of the [...]
Off the Eaten Path in the South Okanagan
The South Okanagan and Similkameen Valley are a food-lover’s dream destination. While the wine might bring you to the area, the food will capture your palate and your heart as the passionate people of the area take good food seriously. Here are a few must-tastes near Osoyoos, Oliver and Penticton.
Pasta on the mount
Primose Dining Room Unless you’ve lived in the Bow Valley, you may not know about the nearly 30-year tradition of Pasta Night at the Primrose Dining Room in Banff’s, Rimrock Hotel. When the tourism [...]
What’s new is Evergreen
The Evergreen The Evergreen Restaurant in Banff’s Royal Canadian Lodge recently welcomed Chef Kyle Langille as executive chef taking over for long-time Chef Max Charbonneau. Trained at George Brown College Centre for Culinary Arts [...]
French Onion Soup
This exceptional recipe comes from Calgary-born chef Nick Atkins and can be found on the menu at 15 Park Bistro at the Watermark Resort in Osoyoos, BC. With a suggested pairing of Meyer Chardonnay, [...]
Iced, Iced Baby
Jolene's Tea House With September being one of the nicest months of the year in Calgary, it’s still a great time to enjoy tasty summer sips. One of our go-tos this summer was the [...]
Afternoon tea, brunch or cocktails
Mount Engadine Lodge Mount Engadine Lodge in Canmore is open for its famous afternoon tea service and Sunday brunch to day travellers. Served daily from 2-5 p.m. guests can enjoy tea, coffee, a mouth-watering [...]
Pursuit of Excellence
Brazen Banff Jasper Collection by Pursuit recently debuted Brazen in Banff. Opened June 14, Brazen seeks to offer diners a “bold dining experience” through classic, shareable plates with a modern twist all inspired by [...]
Just Dining in the Dark
The Sensory Canmore’s The Sensory restaurant is turning the lights out in 2022 with its new dining in the dark dinners. In all fairness, the lights stay on and it’s the diners who wear [...]
On the Prow for great food
The Prow at Buffalo Mountain Lodge Buffalo Mountain Lodge’s The Prow restaurant underwent an overhaul last year completely revamping the dining room and the menu. The décor still celebrates a sense of place as [...]
High Tea
Jolene's Tea House It was the Swiss alpine guides who brought tea culture from Europe to the Rockies in the early 20th Century as the Canadian Pacific railroad began ferrying tourists west. These guides [...]
The 12 Tastes of Christmas
The 12 Tastes of Christmas We’ve turned the 12 days into the 12 tastes of Christmas as we visit tables all over the world during the holidays. From KFC in Japan to injera in [...]
12 Tastes of Christmas – Denmark
We’ve turned the 12 days into the 12 tastes of Christmas as we visit tables all over the world during the holidays. From KFC in Japan to injera in Ethiopia join us on a [...]
Winter Wonderland
Mt. Engadine Lodge One of the most magical places to visit as winter envelops the Rocky Mountains is Mt. Engadine Lodge. We love that they support local like champs! The lodge carries spirits from [...]
Farm and Fire – New Banff restaurant marries comfort with creativity
One of the great things about dining in Banff is the local chefs’ passion for expressing their vision [...]
YokoZuna Sushi
Rolling with the Punches If you’re in the Okotoks area and have a hankering for sushi, don’t miss the chance to order a roll or two from YokoZuna Sushi. With [...]
Cravings, Courage and Culinary Discovery in Latvia
Story and photos by Barbara Balfour I’m known for my insatiable sweet tooth. I love a sticky caramel, would happily live inside a cheesecake and have never met a waffle [...]
Castello Italiana
IL PASTO ROMANTICO Valentine’s Day is long gone, but romance is always in the air at Castello Italiana at the Fairmont Banff Springs. Re-opening last July after a major renovation, Castello offers an [...]