Out With Erin

Exploring the Beauty of YYC and Beyond

Anytime the weekend comes around one of the main reason I’m excited is because I get to eat a delicious brunch! Calgary is loaded with tasty spots to try out. Monki Bistro serves up a great brunch. They have two locations: one in Inglewood, and the other on 10 Avenue SW. You can either make …

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Being as I am a cocktail aficionado, it might come as a surprise to you that I finally got to experience Shelter. This hidden cocktail bar is everything that you could possibly want from one. It’s cozy, trendy, has fab decor, great service, and of course, superb drinks! We stopped by on Saturday night and …

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I often have cravings for Vietnamese food and my go-to spot is always Van Son. The last time I visited, I tried their satay beef rice vermicelli which came with spring rolls. It had just enough spice from the satay but was balanced out nicely with the vegetables and fish sauce. These noods are delicious!

If you’re looking for a good Taco Tuesday happy hour, Native Tongues is a place to check out. Their tacos are $2.50 all day! For cheap drink options, be sure to visit between 3-6pm where you can find margaritas for $5, AGD for $4, and feature wine for $8. This is a deal you don’t …

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In a bright yellow house just off of 4th Street sits Yann’s, a pastry shop that will change the way you view desserts and breads. Each piece created is truly art. The cakes are stunning and delicious! Yann himself is part of the Relais Desserts Association. Having this title truly is impressive! As pulled directly …

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Sometimes on a Saturday morning you just need to add a little sweetness to your day. If that’s what you’re after, it a must to check out Notable’s cinnamon bun. This treat is cooked perfectly. It’s a little crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, coated in a gooey cinnamon drizzle, and topped with …

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Sidewalk Citizen recently opened their downtown restaurant on 13 Avenue SW. We stopped by recently for breakfast and were so impressed by the gorgeous interior and the unique menu. One dish that I would like to particularly highlight was the fish plate. Perhaps not considered your “typical” breakfast here, this dish was delicious in many …

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If you’re looking for some tasty sliders, Nights & Weekends is a place you have to check out. They have three different sliders available: chicken thigh, maitake mushroom, and char siu. We only tried the char siu and it was absolutely delicious! Charred perfectly, juicy, served with micro greens and a flavourful sauce, all on …

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