If you find yourself with nothing to do this weekend, look no further! Check out some local things Calgary has to offer all weekend. Between new culture and physical activity, there’ll be something on this list that’ll interest you, all while community building! 8TH CALGARY TURKISH FESTIVAL WHERE: Eau Claire Festival…
Frantically searching through the stampede food map for the location of Pub Grub’s red velvet chicken strips selling point and dragging my weary friends in circles; I began my worthwhile journey to try out one of this year’s new midway food: the Red Velvet Chicken Strips. Finally finding the building where the chicken strips were…
This edition of Calgary Stampede Food Binge 2015: Jurassic Pork Mac ‘n Cheese. Last year, I had the experience (I can really only describe it as such) of trying the Million Dollar Baby Mac n’ Cheese from Reel Mac ‘n Cheese and this year, I was back for more. The Jurassic Pork Mac ‘n Cheese is…
This year at the Calgary Stampede, there’s another whole list of new eats and treats and it is YAA’s mission to eat as many as possible and give you the low down. This round: Fruit and Herb Infused Drinks from The Family Fruit Stand. In a word: AMAZING. The drinks come in a selection of…
Not sure where to head to this coming weekend? Look no further because here are a few events around the city worth checking out! INGLEWOOD NIGHT MARKET WHERE: 10th St south of 9th Ave SE, and 10th Ave west of 11th St. WHEN: Friday, July 10, 6pm-11pm Check out Inglewood’s annual summer night market…
When two of my favourite foods come together, there’s no way I’m going to miss out. The Poutine King‘s new Red Curry Delight Poutine sounds as delicious as it tastes, and is a sure classic. The food truck, located convenietly by the North entrance of the Big Four Building, also sells many other types of…
{Source} On Tuesday, I was happy to spend 9 fun-filled hours at the Stampede grounds, going on rides and eating the classics we love. But if you need more than mini donuts to satisfy your Midway cravings, why not try something new? Making my way to Melt Town Grilled Cheese and Poutine near the Agriculture…
Location: 455 16 Ave NE Calgary (Click for map) Website: http://www.bubblemaniacafe.com My first impression of Bubble Mania when I first entered was that its interior design was impressively modern. Although food is a vital factor in rating a restaurant, I am a person who is faithful to aesthetics as well even if the matter pertains to eating. My favourite…
Once a year, The Stampede rolls into town for a good 10 days, offering food, rides and experiences of a lifetime that some people around the world would only dream of. On Monday, July 6th, I headed down to the grounds to take in one of the many performers at the Coca…
Apples aren’t just for snacking, they are also a superfood. Plus there are many ways in which you can use apples to not only improve your health but life too. Apples come in so many varieties so the choices are endless. So be sure to find an apple that you are sure to love. It…
Ever felt a need for a super yummy yet filling snack? I’ve got the solution for you! I, myself, enjoy eating quite a bit. So, I have decided to create some delicious and somewhat healthy recipes. Hopefully, you’ll try them out when you feel like having a mid-day snack. The Yogurt Snack Bowl: Ingredients: 1 Cup…
It is once again the time of plaid, cowboy boots, and stetson hats. Every year, the Stampede attracts more than a million people from Calgary and beyond to enjoy rides, rodeo shows, and unique food. Unique is just one of the things I got when I tried the new Crazy Cone, a J-shaped corn-based tube…
Source School’s out and it’s time to switch out that calculator for a nice cold drink. Whether you’re staying in Calgary this summer or spending it abroad, the heat can seem a bit overwhelming. Sunday, June 28th saw a heat wave sweep across Canada, sending people running for their fans or the nearest pool. If…
Exams coming up + Overtime at work + Relationships not working out = STRESS Whenever stress builds up, extra weight just sits on our shoulders. We should be able to shrug that weight and stress away. So, today I will be writing about how humour has helped me to reduce my stress levels. Fingers crossed that…
Cinnamon Rolls are everyone’s favourite! I really love baking and found this awesome easy to make recipe for cinnamon rolls using apples. Now instead of heading out to the store, you can easily make your own cinnamon rolls, save a ton of money and have them whenever you want! Enjoy! Here’s the recipe: Ingredients Dough…