Bobbino and Uncle Ben were kind enough to help me pick up my new Ottoman coffee table. After they dropped off the table, I asked if I could take them out for some pints and pizza at Newcastle Pub. As I know this song is on one of Newcastle's playlists, let's listen to "One Headlight"… Continue reading Newcastle Pub – Pizza, pizza!
Weekend in Calgary: The Trop, Major Tom, Soc Trang (date night #12) and Aussie Rules
The plan on Friday was to host Beep Beep, Sunflower and Lovegastrogirl for dinner, then head to The Trop for the live music. However, as the evening crept on, our plans changed. Beep Beep rescheduled her flight due to childcare issues, and later, Lovegastrogirl declined due to work commitments. However, Sunflower was still up for… Continue reading Weekend in Calgary: The Trop, Major Tom, Soc Trang (date night #12) and Aussie Rules
Pinard Et Filles – Juice Imports wine tasting
Sunday is my Funday, particularly when Juice Imports hosts a wine tasting ($25)! The night before the event, my friend Quebecoise confided that the wines from her home province were notoriously bad. Despite this inside tip, I was confident that Sunday's wines would be stellar because I've personally tasted the whimsically delightful wines Juice Imports… Continue reading Pinard Et Filles – Juice Imports wine tasting
Where to shop in Calgary: Italian Centre Shop
My father-in-law Bobbino and I are trying to get in as many beer and pizza lunches as possible before my sabbatical ends. We usually head to Richmond Pub or Newcastle Pub, but I was craving something different on Monday. For this post, let's listen to "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant" by Billy Joel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hxx8IWIvKg0 I… Continue reading Where to shop in Calgary: Italian Centre Shop
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)
Hitting the Sauce 