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Warning: The Best Pastries in Calgary from these 15 Shops Will Live in Your Head Rent-Free!

Have you ever had something so good that you just can’t keep it out of your head? For me, it’s pastries.  Now I know you think – hey, you can’t be that crazy over croissants! –  but when the taste and texture are just perfect, the right bread will really get you chronic cravings!  As …

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Fire Up the Grill at These 10 Best Korean BBQ Spots in Calgary

Every time I watch a Korean drama, what really gets me is the food scenes. It seems to be a recurring theme. The moment they start grilling meat, I can almost smell the sizzling through the screen. For the longest time, I thought I’d have to fly to Korea to get that experience. But boy,

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My Top 14 Ramen Places in Calgary for Authentic Ramen Done Right

Ever tried making ramen at home—no, not that instant ramen—I mean legit ramen reminiscent of being in downtown Tokyo?  You meticulously simmered the broth for hours, painstakingly crafted the perfect soft-boiled egg, and yet…it just wasn’t quite there. It’s happened to me the past few times I tried making ramen.  Thankfully,  you don’t need a

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The Ultimate Guide to the 10 Best 17th Avenue Bars in Calgary

Calgary’s got plenty of cool spots to check out, but if you’re looking for that bustling nightlife and amazing drinks, 17th Avenue is where it’s at. If bar-hopping were a sport, this street would be the championship arena. So, when the group is popping, and everyone’s down for a night out, why not hit up

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Visit These 14 Spots for the Best Bubble Tea in Calgary

Have you ever tried those box boba packs from the grocery store? I once tried them, and let’s just say the “tapioca pearls” weren’t sweet and chewy but slightly fishy and stale. They had the texture of overcooked gummy bears.  While that might be a disappointing experience, that is not what bubble tea is supposed