On our way back from Banff, I suggested we stop at Crazyweed in Canmore. The last time I ate there was probably around 2010. Back then, having moved from Vancouver, I found Calgary’s restaurant scene underwhelming. Chew Steel insisted I simply wasn’t going to the right places. Early in our relationship, he introduced me to restaurants like Wa’s… Continue reading Crazyweed Canmore Review: Happy Hour and Mountain Views
Category: Bars/Lounges
Fairmont Banff Springs: Is Fairmont Gold Worth It?
After 16 years in Calgary, Banff remains my favourite place to disappear for a weekend. Last Halloween, Divine Offering and I had planned a stay at the Fairmont Banff Springs, but I had to cancel at the last minute. We finally made it out in late April. For this travel post, let’s listen to I Ain’t… Continue reading Fairmont Banff Springs: Is Fairmont Gold Worth It?
The Sound Room and Turkish Kebab House: A Calgary night out
On Friday, I was feeling spry and suggested to Chew Steel that we start at the Sound Room, then head to Turkish Kebab House in Calgary’s Manchester area. Let’s listen to Colours by Black Pumas for this post. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0G383538qzQ The Sound Room is my favourite place to decompress. I love the ritual of descending into… Continue reading The Sound Room and Turkish Kebab House: A Calgary night out
Francine: A Standout French Restaurant in Calgary
Divine Offering turned 31! To celebrate this occasion, we went to Francine’s in Calgary's Chinatown district. Though it was a Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m., the restaurant was packed with customers celebrating, and staff hustling to keep up with the steady stream of drink orders. Let’s listen to Fight Song by Rachel Platten for this… Continue reading Francine: A Standout French Restaurant in Calgary
Varbar Wine Bar – Fondue and champagne in Calgary
Lululemon treated me to a belated birthday dinner at Varbar with fondue and champagne. The evening struck a chord between indulgence and charm, securing its place on my list of must-try spots in Calgary when you’re in the mood to celebrate. For this post, let’s listen to Mykonos by Fleet Foxes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DT-dxG4WWf4 The restaurant is… Continue reading Varbar Wine Bar – Fondue and champagne in Calgary
Hitting the Sauce 