Last week was a bit of an emotional rollercoaster. I got some great news to start the week which then turned into a huge letdown. Then, near the end of…
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Food Lovers Urban Market
Events that give us a sense of community are what I like most about Calgary. Not the fancy restaurants or the rock star chefs (though we seem to have those…
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Nugan Estates Dinner at Q Haute Cuisine
My evening ended with a Peanut Butter and Jelly Lollipop and a rose. Not entirely what I was expecting from Q Haute Cuisine, but then again expectations are highly over…
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Jonathan Goodyear and Nicole Gomes Top Chef Event at Jerome’s
Now that Dish ‘n’ the Kitchen is fully into the second year of madness, I can look forward to writing about ‘annual’ events and happenings around town. Of course my…
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Carrot Cake – A Canadian Love Affair
My love affair with carrot cake has been a life long journey. It’s no secret that I like cakes and will take every opportunity to bake one but come February…
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Merry Christmas To All From Dish ‘n’ the Kitchen
I wish a very merry and delicious Christmas to each and everyone of you. Take a moment to relax and reflect. Hold your family dear. Enjoy whatever the season brings.…
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French Canadian Tourtière – A Canadian Christmas Tradition
The snow has fallen and the temperature has dropped. These are sure fire environmental cues that tell my body and brain to start the oven and ready the freezer for…
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Photo Essay – Remembrance Day
A photo essay honouring my Grandfather’s World War II experience and why we should remember those who sacrificed all on Remembrance Day. Why Remembrance Day is Important Remembrance Day or…
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An Evening at Xocolat Featuring Sokol Blosser Wines
Our evening began with the Gypsy Kings and ended with Carlos Santana. In between we experienced the varied tastes of Mexico, some superb wines from Sokol Blosser, and great conversation…
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Celery Salad with Dates Almonds and Parmesan – Cover to Cover with The Bitten Word
Step One: Admit I have a really out of control habit of buying food magazines and rarely sitting down to read them. Step Two: Recognize the problem Step Three: Do…
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