Banff Sunday Brunch – Vermillion Room Do you love a great brunch? I sure do!! Brunch has evolved over the years to what we see today and I love that. It isn’t trough after trough of unknown foods that you mound on your plate to see how much you can get in you. At least…
Elbow Room Britannia – Winemaker Dinner
Elbow Room Britannia – Winemaker Dinner I was invited down to the Elbow Room Britannia – Winemaker Dinner for an amazing evening of food and wine pairings. These events are put together by Linda Garson through her company called Vine and Dine. This event was a special one night only where Margaret Leonardi of California’s…
Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Calgary
Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Calgary Mr. Mikes Steakhouse Calgary has moved into a northwest location. I was excited to try this casual dining spot. This restaurant franchise has been around since 1960 originating in British Columbia and staying there for many, many years. As of late they have been moving eastward and are now into Calgary. …
Vermillion Room Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Vermillion Room Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Nestled in the mountains for the last 130 years is the magical Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel or as many say when you enter, the castle as in “Welcome to The Castle”. And that is just what it is, a luxury hotel with the feel of a very large chateau…
Tango Restaurant and Lounge, Seattle
Tango Restaurant and Lounge, Seattle Tango Restaurant and Lounge, Seattle was recommended as a must visit by my friend Val Curtis. She says Seattle is her family’s playground and goes there often. I know Val has wonderful taste so I was very excited to try this restaurant! Tango has been around for many, many years….
Edo Japan Brings Fresh Take Restaurant Concept to Calgary
Edo Japan Brings Fresh Take Restaurant Concept to Calgary Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. All opinions and experiences are my own. We are all big fans of Edo Japan so I was excited to see the annoucement of Edo Japan Brings Fresh Take Restaurant Concept to Calgary. Edo Japan has always provided quick…
Dining in Seattle Place Pigalle
Dining in Seattle Place Pigalle Dining in Seattle Place Pigalle was one of my favorite spots on our recent trip to Seattle. This restaurant is located in Pike Place Market and made the perfect start to a fabulous day exploring in the market. We started at noon for lunch in this quaint 12 table dining…
Donna Mac
Donna Mac I drove past the restaurant simply titled Donna Mac one evening and was completely taken in by the gorgeous decor and very inviting styling of this brand new eatery that is on the corner of 10th Avenue and 9th Street here in Calgary. Floor-to-ceiling windows gave me a great view of what to anticipate…
Wildwood Reunion – Bonterra Trattoria
Wildwood Reunion – Bonterra Trattoria Wildwood Reunion – Bonterra Trattoria was an amazing evening of wine, food and lovely company. This evening was put together to celebrate the Wildwood Restaurant that we had in Calgary years ago. Their menu was Rocky Mountain cuisine which was made up of high quality local ingredients. Some loyal, dedicated…
Two Penny Chinese
Two Penny Chinese I love a new restaurant and I am thrilled that it is in this great Beltline area of Calgary!! A really short and easy ride for us so we can come back again and again. Two Penny Chinese is from the same group, Thank You Hospitality as Calcutta Cricket Club and Native…