Being as today is International Dog Day, what a better way than to feature my two precious pooches! Gracie, is my rescue mutt from Cochrane Humane Society. I’ve had her since she was one and she’ll be eleven years old in February. She’s basically me, in dog form, but is my heart and soul, and …
Operating now for the fifth year in Calgary, Brewery and the Beast is an event not to miss out on. It brings together over forty restaurants from around the city showcasing top tasting options, while Phillips Brewing Company, and several cideries and wineries sample drinks to pair with the dishes. The purpose of this event …
Advertised on the storefront as having French pastries, cheese cake, and birthday cakes it seemed as an obvious decision to stop into Yamato Bakery. Located on Centre Street and 13 Avenue, just across from the Shopper’s Drug Mart, it is definitely a hidden gem. Instantly upon walking in you’re greeted with the beautiful smells of …
Calgary is becoming quite infamous for their quirky and at times controversial art installations. One of the latest temporary instalments has been placed in East Village to help beautify a public space. It’s a 6.7 metre high structure created by American artist Dennis Oppenheim. It first appeared at Venice Biennale in 1997, and since then …
Held in Elliston Park this year in Calgary, GlobalFest is a celebration that is much more than simply fireworks. It is a way to connect with others and embrace the multicultural diversity that we have within our city. The park opens each evening at 6pm, allowing visitors to explore all that the festival has to …
Visiting Bridgeland Distillery on the Friday of their opening, it was busy place! Their tasting room was nearly full, and names were continuously added to the clipboard of tours. We were lucky enough to find ourselves a seat at the bar, and spent the majority of our time talking to the wife of one of …
Nestled on the corner of 8 Avenue and 5 Street in the up-and-coming, trendy East Village, sits Yardarm, an intimate cocktail lounge. Inspired by ancient gods and sailor etiquette, this place is pushing the boundaries when it comes to mixed drinks. From the outside of the building, it’s hard to determine what the place is. …
Prepare yourself for a festival that will tease your tastebuds. Taste of Calgary is running from August 8th to August 11th in Eau Claire Market downtown. It provides an opportunity to sample numerous foods and drinks from unique restaurants and businesses in town. We visited the event today over lunch time, stomaches growling as the …
A science centre in Calgary seems like an indoor day of fun with children, but think again! On select months, Telus Spark runs adults only nights, covering a diverse range of topics to peak the interest of children at heart. Intrigued by the kid free, fully-licensed, adults only nights at Telus Spark, I finally had …
Back in April, I was enjoying drinks at Dandy Brewing Company, when I suddenly heard all this ruckus. Turning towards the noise, I saw a massive, blue and yellow bike. A “Pedal Pub” it was called. The riders looked like they were having a great time, joyous and loud, but after looking into it further …
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