I love traditional Chinese wedding receptions…particularly the marathon of food in the form of a 10-course meal! I enjoyed the dishes here (I can’t speak to the shark fin – though I think the dish is more symbolic than actual shark due to the political climate, questionable fishing practices and $$$!…I opted out to be on…
Month: August 2014
Brunch in Banff – The Juniper Hotel & Bistro
After a weekend of hiking, I was ready for a hungry man’s breakfast! I stumbled out of bed, and into the bistro for the most beautiful stack of waffles I have ever seen. Honestly it was artwork, with it’s almost structural, perfectly cooked waffles, layers of fresh fruit, curls of lemon zest and cloud of…
Diner style breakfast at Tooloulou’s – Banff
Eggs benedict is my FAVOURITE and while most restaurants offer 1, maybe two options for eggs benny, Tooloulou’s lists a “Benny Bar” of 10 poached egg items! Needless to say, I was excited. After much deliberation I went with the Sizzling Rivalry ($15) layered with crabmeat, spicy shrimp, poached egg and hollandaise on the side. Though the…
Italian Supermarket – Perfect for Picnics
My cousin tipped me off to this gem in Little Italy. Their deli & cheese selection, fire-roasted pizzas, and fresh bread make for a great stop prior to a trek out to the mountains or say a city park for a picnic. 🙂 Pre-made sandwiches are available, but you can also opt for a custom…
Taste of Calgary – Eau Claire
Taste of Calgary is a showcase of local restaurant fare and is a great avenue for the commitment-phobic to sample a new dish or two. The convenience of a downtown location and beaconing beer gardens made it easy to round up a few colleagues after work. I opted for the Africana tent. My friends have recommended…
Guilin…a taste of mainland China
The highlight at Guilin are the noodles that are rumoured to be made in-house. I enjoyed my order (A1 – Noodle Soup with Seafood & Curry) that was recommended by the server. Although it sounds adventurous, the mussels, crunchy peanuts, and fermented veggies were a great combination in a mildly spiced broth served over fresh noodles. A…
The Eddie Burger & Bar – Banff
Voted “the best burger in Banff” and sporting a menu “stacked” with outside of the box toppings like p&j and patties ranging from chicken to elk, we definitely had to give this a try. The staff was awesome and encouraged us to order fried pickles….which were AMAZING. Lightly seasoned with a salted crunch, this was…