I took my parents and in-laws to Emerald Garden for an early Mother’s Day dinner. I preordered the lobster a day ahead, knowing it’s my mother, Boss Lady, favourite dish. This was my third visit, and somehow the food keeps getting better. Let’s listen to Mom by Meghan Trainor. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_YIMeKDzxf8&feature=youtu.be Though we arrived right at… Continue reading Emerald Garden Calgary: Garlic Lobster and Cantonese Comfort Food
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Crazyweed Canmore Review: Happy Hour and Mountain Views
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
The Exchange: Eau Claire Athletic Club in Calgary
On Saturday, Québécoise, Sirski, Deal and No Deal met us for dinner at the Exchange in Eau Claire. This dinner was particularly epic because we got to meet one of the chefs at the Exchange, Carla. Let’s listen to “Work It”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eWe9RcT4DI&list=PLRZ3_G5bS4_A5ScYwakjaDghYWBBlMODh&index=10 Chef Carla stopped by our table to let us know one of the… Continue reading The Exchange: Eau Claire Athletic Club in Calgary
Francine Calgary: A Date Night That Actually Holds Up
For my birthday, Chew Steel and I checked out Francine’s, a new French restaurant that opened up in Calgary's Chinatown district. I’ve eaten at Francine’s before at a pop-up and a special event dinner, so I knew we were in for a treat. Let’s listen to Paradise by Sade for this post. https://youtu.be/C0BLKudnyNo?si=3VyL0pBEXjXW9nYQ I made… Continue reading Francine Calgary: A Date Night That Actually Holds Up
Emerald Garden – Chinese takeout in Calgary
For my mom’s early Christmas dinner, I ordered takeout from Emerald Garden, located in Calgary's Mount Pleasant / Capitol Hill area. This was my second visit, and I was even more impressed than on my previous visit. When I entered, I was helped by a woman who had the aura of a manager or owner,… Continue reading Emerald Garden – Chinese takeout in Calgary
Hitting the Sauce 