James Joyce Ken and I were empty nesters for a week while Amber went to Christina Lake with a friend. So off we went on a little adventure seeking some very needed relaxation!! One of our first stops, when we went downtown, was Steven Avenue Mall. A trendy section of downtown that is cut off…
Dining Out
We have explored many new and notable restaurants here locally in Calgary, plus the surrounding area and abroad. We give you our reviews on what we loved from the menus and experienced in these wonderful restaurants and events.
Food Trucks- The Blues Can Blues Mobile
The Blues Can Blues Mobile Continuing on with our segment on Food Trucks, today we bring you The Blues Can Blues Mobile. A food truck specializing in good ol’ New Orleans cuisine!! Jambalaya, Po Boy Sandwich, frogs legs, sweet potato fries and fried pickles. I had to try something from this food truck for sure….
Kinjo Sushi and Grill
Kinjo Sushi and Grill Kinjo Sushi and Grill is a unique, exciting and delicious dining experience. You never know what will happen. I have been there and had a quiet lunch or I have been there when there are fun and lively antics like being sung to by the whole staff!! The restaurant stops while…
Celebrating BC Blueberries
Celebrating BC Blueberries Celebrating BC Blueberries – I was invited to Model Milk, here in Calgary to help celebrate the wonderful BC blueberry. It was a great night of food, drinks and a little information about the star of the show THE BLUEBERRY!!! I think most of us know how wonderful the blueberry is for…
Food Trucks- Reel Mac and Cheese
Food Trucks- Reel Mac and Cheese Food Trucks- Reel Mac and Cheese – I love the food truck craze!! What a truly great idea. It was Canada Day and hot, hot, hot!! With our city underwater from the devastating floods things were changed up a bit downtown but the party still continued on!! Usually this…
Holy Grill
Holy Grill Calgary has lots of hip spots to eat and I mean a lot!! We like our food here and we most certainly like our burgers!! Who doesn’t like a great burger?? My girlfriend Colleen invited me to try out a place that she was dieing to sink her teeth into!! A very small…
Testicle Festival
Testicle Festival Testicle Festival, only in Calgary you say? Well, maybe!! I thought this was a good post to start off the Stampede with. I was cordially invited to the Testicle Festival this year that is held at Buzzards Restaurant and Bar in Bottlescrew Bill’s Pub!! This is the 20th Anniversary of this official celebration….
GREY GOOSE® Pour Masters Competition
GREY GOOSE® Pour Masters Competition I was cordially invited to an awesome event GREY GOOSE® Pour Masters Competition!! Annually GREY GOOSE® hosts a Pour Masters Competition. It kicked off in Calgary and then they travel to Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal. This is a competition were 12 bartenders in each city bring to the table their…
IHOP International House of Pancakes
IHOP International House of Pancakes IHOP International House of Pancakes – I was asked recently to do a review on IHOP. We only have one here in town and it is 70 Shawville Blvd. SE in Calgary, in Shawnessy. A bit of a drive for me but I was up to the task at hand….
Candela Lounge
Candela Lounge Candela Lounge – I am always wanting to try out a new restaurant and my girlfriend Jill is a willing participant in my little adventures. I so do enjoy her company and exploring new delights!! We came up with this restaurant in doing some research together. The very first impression upon pulling up…
Bonefish Grill
Bonefish Grill While we were in Florida I wanted to have some fresh seafood but because of a big storm that had blown in when we first arrived finding good fresh fish was a bit more difficult than we anticipated. We waited until closer to the end of our trip and headed out to Bonefish…
Joey Restaurants
Joey Restaurants Amber and I popped into Joey Restaurants a while back after a movie to grab a quick bite. I have been to Joey Restaurant many times and have been to many of their locations. On this occasion we visited their Chinook location. I have always enjoyed a good meal with good service. This time…