How to Make the Perfect Hot Toddy
When you’re under the weather, nothing feels quite as comforting as a warm and boozy bevvie. Here’s an easy hot toddy recipe that tastes amazing.
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Oysters and Love at Rodney’s Oyster House
With Valentine’s Day coming up, I can’t think of a better date destination in Calgary than Rodney’s Oyster House. Oysters, as you may have heard, are a natural aphrodisiac. Not only is their high zinc content reputed to increase sperm count, but because of the omega-3 fatty acids found in oyster’s it’s also a powerful …
Vintage Chophouse Calgary Reveiw
Vintage Chophouse is one of the best steak restaurants in Calgary. Don’t believe me? Read on for my review or better yet, try it out for yourself!
Original Joe’s Winter Warm Up Menu
Ugh, it’s gonna be such a cold weekend! With the chill in the air and the fresh snow blanketing the ground, I just want to stay warm and tuck into some major comfort food. This week I went to the new Original Joe’s on Macleod Trail to try out their new Winter Warm-Up Menu. I …
A Quick Trick for Mind-Blowing Pumpkin Pie
Canadian Thanksgiving is next Monday and that means we’re all stocking up on turkey’s, cranberries and pumpkin. I know you might think you have the world’s best pumpkin pie recipe. You probably do. I wouldn’t dream of encouraging you to change you beloved Thanksgiving dessert. I will, however, recommend you try pumpkin butter. The …
The Best Day of the Week to Throw a Dinner Party is…
Do you do dinner parties? If so, do you know which is the best day of the week to host one? Read on to find out if you ought to reschedule….
River Cafe Picnic Baskets
The best part of summer has got to be all the alfresco dining options. Patios are great and all, but when so many of them back onto busy streets, it’s not exactly a tranquil experience. That’s why I’m a huge fan of picnicking. I’ve got a lovely wicker basket I pull out a few times …
Brunch at NOtaBLE
Calgary doesn’t really have much of a brunch culture. For sure we have a breakfast culture, with all our fab diners, but a NYC-style, boozy brunch is hard to come by. I suspect that’s all about to change once word gets out about NOtaBLE. NOtaBLE is one of my favourite Calgary restaurants. Owned by Iron …
Bocce Opens in Calgary
There’s been a lot of Italian joints opening in Calgary as of late, and Bocce is the latest tasty addition on the corner of 4St. and 22 Ave., SW. Mercato Italian restaurant in Calgary Bocce is Mercato’s little sister. Run by the same family, these are the recipes inspired by Mama Cathy and what her …