Spring is in the air, and a hint of warmth begins to replace the cold, dreary weather. Spring is the perfect time of year for a weekend stroll outside, and 17 Avenue, which boasts a variety of boutiques and shops, is a fantastic choice for such a walk around. While one might think to head…
What would you do for a klondike bar macaron? If you’re like me and my friends, you end up wandering around downtown for nearly half an hour after getting lost trying to find the place. But is it worth it to just get some macarons?(Not to be confused with the macaroon, that’s a different sweet.)…
From March 7-16, Calgary foodies and food-newbies alike were able to discover restaurants around the city during The Big Taste. Essentially, The Big Taste is an event where participating restaurants have a set menu (often with a few options) of three courses for a fairly reasonable, set price. Dinners were generally $35, lunches $15, and some restaurants offered…
In my quest for the ultimate Vietnamese cuisine, I recently visited Thai Tai. The service at Thai Tai was fairly good. The waiter came by several times to check how we were doing. When ordering, I was able to get a few changes to the food I ordered. Overall service at Thai Tai is fast-paced,…
Tim Horton’s has nothing on this place! In a tiny nook in southeast Calgary there sits an amazing cafe called the Cornerstone Music Cafe. I was unaware of this great place until I came over to it during YYC’s Hot Chocolate Fest, where I managed to drink in the indulgence that was my Hot Mayan…
The Teppanyaki-style restaurant Sakana Grill is one of my favourite places to eat, and for a good reason. First of all, the menu is large, creative and accommodating to everyone. I recommend ordering an Udon Noodle soup, a sushi boat or even some Teriyaki Chicken. I personally guarantee that they are good. Overall the food…
With Family Day in the near past, many families find themselves wondering which restaurant would be a suitable destination for Mother’s or Father’s Day plans. The age old dilemma when it comes to eating out is finding a restaurant that keeps everyone satisfied with their meal, and it is often hard for everyone to agree…
This article is definitely not about Starbucks, much to your potential dismay. Starbucks has had its fair share of media attention, most recently, the launch of “Dumb Starbucks” in Los Feliz, Los Angeles. With a visit to Crepes and Cravings today, I discovered that Starbucks isn’t the only company that can dazzle and amaze you…
I love cupcakes. This month alone I can safely say I have had the privilege of having six, AND the month is not even halfway through! (I think this should be the definition of success) So of all the cupcakes I’ve had this month which one was the cutest? Since it is coming up on…
Laurier Lounge is known as a high quality French restaurant. I did not find it to be as high quality as it should have been. The service was excellent and attentive, but was a bit slow. The menu is very limited so I recommend you check out the menu prior to going to this restaurant,…
It seems like everywhere you turn in this city, there’s a restaurant. A cafe. An ethnic food place. A diner. A steakhouse. A fast food joint. For foodies like me, this is both a blessing and a major headache. All the choices and diversity = a blessing. Having to sift through a nearly infinite list…
Going out for breakfast usually means spending copious amounts of time, even hours, waiting in line at an over-populated brunch place, before waiting for what seems like an eternity for the meal to arrive. Such experiences can make going out for breakfast seem daunting, a time-consuming chore which anyone who has a remotely hectic schedule…
I have visited Joey’s several times and it has been because of the positives of this restaurant and even further this franchise. Positives: -Delicious food -Well attentive service – Fair pricing – Accommodate for food allergies -Friendly staff -Large menu Negatives: The only Negative I could think of would be that they do not take…
I recently visited the Toscana Grill. When I entered the restaurant, I immediately felt at home, with the perfect decor for a casual restaurant. The waiters were extremely friendly and constantly checked in on our table. I first ordered the Feta Bruschetta and was delighted by the seasoned bread and fresh tomatoes. We received constant…
For those interested in scoping out a brand new establishment, Red’s Diner recently opened a location in Ramsay. The diner’s first day of business was Thursday, October 10, and the spiffy new decorations boast it; the gleaming, brand new, and stylishly modern, yet rustic décor making Red’s the perfect spot to spend a sociable Sunday…