It's my birthday weekend! I kicked things off with a banh mi from Saigon Deli, and completed my mission to go on 19 banh mi dates! Let's listen to "Lovely Day" by Bill Withers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PnZ0xdMU4yY My nickname should be the Fairy Food Godmother, because whenever I visit Forest Lawn, I bring treats for everyone. It… Continue reading Banh Mi Date #19 – Saigon Deli
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Masa Mama: Tacos in Calgary
Since my last post in 2024, I've had some pretty fantastic meals— Juice Import's event at Our Daily Brett, girl's night at Bridgette Bar, and most recently, Paper Lantern x Francine's collab. But despite eating all that delicious food, I lost my mojo. However, I can feel it start to trickle back. Let's listen to… Continue reading Masa Mama: Tacos in Calgary
Supper Club Calgary: With Francine’s Chef Garret Martin & Bar Manager Nate Wry
Town Hospitality organized an event. The lineup included Chef Garret Martin and Bar Manager Nate Wry of Francine's, Sugar Water Events, and Kyo-Jean Chung from Crush Imports. Garret previously ran Major Tom and later, Francine's, where I ate one of the best steaks in my life. Set from 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. dinner included… Continue reading Supper Club Calgary: With Francine’s Chef Garret Martin & Bar Manager Nate Wry
Where to eat in the Beltline / Victoria Park: Ten Foot Henry and Shelter
Lululemon and I met up on Saturday for dinner. She said there was one stipulation: I wouldn't fight her for the bill. I said sure, only if I got the next one. We debated which restaurant to visit and ended up at my recommendation, Ten Foot Henry. I like this spot for the wine list… Continue reading Where to eat in the Beltline / Victoria Park: Ten Foot Henry and Shelter
Hayden Block Calgary Review: Avenue’s 2026 Barbecue Runner-Up
Chew Steel wanted to go out for dinner on Friday, so I told him to pick the restaurant. He was hesitant, as I last gave him free rein when we first started dating in 2010. He picked Hayden Block, located in Calgary's Kensington neighbourhood. Let's listen to "Simple Man" by Lynyrd Skynyrd. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eNoms9wsGc I've been… Continue reading Hayden Block Calgary Review: Avenue’s 2026 Barbecue Runner-Up
Hitting the Sauce 