Cochon555 exploded all over Banff, with chefs, sommeliers and barkeeps bringing world-class food and drink to an avid crowd of over 700 guests at the Fairmont Banff Springs. Nestled in stunning Banff National Park, gourmands were treated to over 40…
When Justin Leboe took over this 1930s dairy in the heart of Calgary’s hopping restaurant row he opted to keep its original name—and ditto, the old brick walls and concrete floors. A massive steel beam running down the centre of…
The clean modernity of Charcut’s hip, urban design is tempered with splashes of warm colour—and an intriguing collection of porcine statuary lined up across the counter that fronts its open kitchen. There are stools there, too, and if your daily…
Chef-owner Daniel Costa named this small and intimate 34-seat restaurant after the street address of his ancestral home in Campagnia. And that, too, is the inspirational source of his highly authentic cooking. Robust pasta dishes in winter come in the…
A French bistro set in an historic house in Calgary’s quaint Inglewood neighbourhood, Rouge’s location reflects its ethos of paying attention to local roots. The menu, expertly crafted by newcomer chef Jamie Harling, is focused on fresh, seasonal ingredients, many…
The unusual location of River Café sets it apart from most restaurants, but also serves as muse and reflection for the rustic décor and menu.Set on an island in the rushing rivers of the Bow, and in the shadows of…
Owner-chef Blair Lebsack and his partner Caitlin Fulton cut their teeth hosting outdoor farm dinners in the Edmonton area—and their first restaurant, Rge Rd, is a continuation of that same culinary mission. They embrace the full range of the local terroir; they are equally comfortable…