Guides and Tips

I once stayed at a hotel that was rated “luxury” online. But when I got to the place for the night, the lady at the front desk gave me the stink eye and spoke to me like I was checking into the Hotel of Doom.  Looking back, I should’ve taken that first impression as a …

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Omakase in Japanese roughly means “I leave it up to you,” and that’s exactly the spirit behind this dining style. You trust the chef and let them curate a meal that showcases their creativity, skill, and the best ingredients of the day. Omakase can mean anything from a fancy course of sushi crafted piece by

Scoring a fantastic venue to say “I do” in is one of the achievements every engaged couple wants in the planning phases of their big day. As it happens, our city happens to be one of the most popular in the country when it comes to spots for tying the knot. Let us take you

The first time I went river rafting, it was on an out-of-town vacation. I ended up soaked from head to toe because the raft lopsided in the middle of the river. Thank God I know how to swim and was able to get back on my raft. By the time I got back to the

Ever found yourself staring at your bank account and realizing you have less than $50 staring back at you? Been there, done that.  With inflation and all, food is getting expensive. Finding good food that won’t break the bank can feel impossible, especially when you want something more exciting than plain noodles.  That’s why I

As someone who always spends time in coffee shops, I consider myself a bit of a connoisseur when it comes to finding the perfect brew. Calgary is my coffee haven—charming corners, relaxing playlists, and baristas who remember my name and order. While frantically trying to meet a deadline with a 2% laptop battery, I stayed

Temples make me feel like the world gets quiet for a moment, and my soul finally gets a chance to breathe. I can still vividly remember my first-ever visit to a Buddhist temple in Calgary. I instantly smelled the scent of incense at the door, and I swear, time slowed down as I sat still.

Unfortunately, we’re not Peter Pan knocking outside your window, ready to whisk you away to Neverland. However, we can guarantee an equally exciting venture – a trip to the world of culinary delights in Calgary! Today’s excursion revolves around the magical world of soup, that classic comfort food that many of us know and love.

It’s common knowledge that the smell of paper when flipping a new book is kind of addictive, especially for extreme book lovers. Another kind of high is when you stumble across a title you didn’t even know you needed. I can still vividly remember my first visit to a bookstore in Calgary. I had just

I once said, “Let’s just walk around Kensington and not spend anything.” My friend looked at me like I suggested eating soup with a fork. An hour later, we were buried in handmade jewelry and coffee beans—and definitely not empty-handed. Kensington is that friend who convinces you to spend money you didn’t plan to spend—and