food
With winter in the not-so-distant future and an always crisp Montreal fall already underway, it’s time to bulk up a bit, for “hivernation.” There’re really only two ways to go about this: skimping on cardio, or gorging on every pastry in sight. We know that disappointment can hit hard when … Read More
Being a small city to begin with, Montreal surprises in its neat and tidy divisions between neighbourhoods. Somewhere between the financial district and the Old Port, bordered by the remnants of industry and the Lachine Canal, sits an understated area that goes by the name of Griffintown. It claimed this … Read More
Hey, you! More like: Hey! YEW! The Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver’s Yew Restaurant and Bar has revamped its menu. Following the trend towards sharing plates and lighter dining, new Executive Chef Ned Bell has taken the modern dining concept oceanwards, presenting an almost entirely seafood-based menu, much of it meant … Read More
No matter the season, the soup and sandwich combo is the perfect decision if you’re looking for a hearty meal. With the onset of autumn, it has the added bonus of warmth and comfort — and is great for the immune system. Canned soups just don’t cut it, so we’ve … Read More
Calgary’s “Sharper Chef” series is written by food and drink aficionados, and features prominent chefs, brewers, vintners and distillers who are willing to share some of their finest (and oftentimes secret) recipes. In this installment, a true Cowtown favourite: the incomparable Rotisserie Spring Creek rib eye steak at Charcut Roast … Read More
