On Chew Steel's birthday, he couldn't decide on where to go. I suggested we stay local and check out one of the many new eateries popping up in Calgary's Marda Loop neighbourhood, like Bar Rocca. Let's listen to 'Take You Higher' by Leisure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qiYz5v7Pe0o I read in the Herald that the same person behind DOPO,… Continue reading Bar Rocca: Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2025
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Exchange – Praise beef at Eau Claire Athletic Club
Last Sunday, Chew Steel and I invited Boss Lady, G-Mah and Bobbino to dinner at the Exchange, located in Calgary's Eau Claire neighbourhood. This visit was our fifth time there and hands-down the best. I even caught sight of the head chef this time, Eric Um! I’m pretty sure I read somewhere that he trained… Continue reading Exchange – Praise beef at Eau Claire Athletic Club
True Wild Distillery: Calgary’s Best New Restaurant 2026 (Avenue Calgary)
On Friday night, the good neighbours reunited! We picked True Wild Distillery for dinner. Kournikova and Betty stopped by my place first, where we popped open a bottle of champagne Kournikova had brought along. With Québécoise absent due to prior plans, we toasted and indulged a little extra, with only three flutes filled. Let’s cue… Continue reading True Wild Distillery: Calgary’s Best New Restaurant 2026 (Avenue Calgary)
Phoenix Gate Chinese Cuisine – Seven takeout boxes later
On Beep Beep’s last day in Calgary, we went for dim sum at Phoenix Gate. My previous two visits had been great, so I figured the third would be just as good. Let's listen to Love and Happiness by Al Green. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8AMZmWqgRM I ordered: BBQ Pork Rice Roll ($6.25), BBQ Pork Baked Buns ($6.50),Sui Mai… Continue reading Phoenix Gate Chinese Cuisine – Seven takeout boxes later
Cassis Bistro Calgary: Is it still worth it?
One of Beep Beep's favourite spots in Calgary is Cassis Bistro. I've yet to meet anyone who isn't smitten with this place. My own siblings were also instant fans. Let's listen to Jardin d’Hiverv for this post. https://youtu.be/XjKFMWpcf4M This one's a short post because we skipped appetizers and dessert. Beep Beep's a light eater, and… Continue reading Cassis Bistro Calgary: Is it still worth it?
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