Pizza · Restaurants · Seafood · Special Occasion

Where to eat on Stephen Ave: The Barbella Bar (and later, Major Tom)

On Friday, I met up with Lovegastrogirl for dinner. I noticed The Barbella Bar does an excellent job staffing the front of the house. The hostess greeted me warmly while her counterpart, a blond, high-energy employee, charmingly escorted me to our table. His friendly banter and fun-loving vibe made me feel like I walked into… Continue reading Where to eat on Stephen Ave: The Barbella Bar (and later, Major Tom)

French · Restaurants · Seafood · Special Occasion

Bridgette Bar: Worth the hype

Lovegastrogirl invited me to dine out at Bridgette Bar. Based on our history, she purposely picked a night that she didn't have to work the next day. For this post, let's listen to "Big Energy" by Latto, Mariah Carey and DJ Khaled. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idSJRWzCAN0 Lovegastrogirl ordered Burrata Cheese ($22), Rigatoni ($19), Brussels Sprouts ($14), and Garlic… Continue reading Bridgette Bar: Worth the hype

Japanese · Seafood · Special Occasion

Sukiyaki House Calgary Review: One of the Best Japanese Restaurants in Calgary?

I didn't even have to ask L where he wanted to celebrate his birthday. Instead, I just requested a day that he wasn't working late. For this post, let's listen to "Business Time" by Flight of the Conchords.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mhN93rFZuJs Though we have eaten at Sukiyaki House countless times, this Friday was the first time we… Continue reading Sukiyaki House Calgary Review: One of the Best Japanese Restaurants in Calgary?

Happy Hour · Seafood · Special Occasion

Pigeonhole – Happy Hour in Calgary

After sampling so many delightful wines at Bricks Wine Co, I asked Erik where Turned and I could go to continue our afternoon of merriment. I specifically requested recommendations for restaurants that serve wines from Juice Imports. He recommended Business and Pleasure, Frenchies, Ten Foot Henry and Pat and Betty. Unfortunately, most of the restaurants… Continue reading Pigeonhole – Happy Hour in Calgary

Greece · Seafood

Where to Eat in Naxos (Chora & Beaches): To Souvlaki and seaside favourites

For breakfast, L suggested we find a cafe randomly, just like people did before the Internet. I felt uneasy about this decision, but I was a good sport and agreed to go old-school. For this post, let's listen to "Denial." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLjMtuqhv0I&list=PL6F701767395F19F7&index=22 We ordered a latte (€2.70), a cheese, and a meat pie (€3.90). Unfortunately, the… Continue reading Where to Eat in Naxos (Chora & Beaches): To Souvlaki and seaside favourites