Heritage Park: Dinner and a Movie With Cars of the Big & Small Screen

Good food, classic cars and a great film-- this sounds like HEAVEN!

Heritage Park has an event going on Tuesday Evening: February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 1 & 15, 2014 featuring a themed, three course meal in the Selkirk Grille, admission to the Cars of the Big & Small Screen exhibit (which features the cars shown in the films), and of course a movie in Gasoline Alley’s Exhibit Hall.

Price - Dinner & Movie $44.90 + GST per person, reservations required.

Movie only - $9.95 + GST per person. Movie only tickets can be purchased upon arrival.

 

• February 4^th – Back to the Future View Menu
• February 18^th – Driving Miss Daisy View Menu
• March 4^th – Grease View Menu
• March 18^th – Goldfinger View Menu
• April 1^st – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off View Menu
• April 15^th – American Graffiti View Menu

Dinner reservations are required and may be made between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm with the Selkirk Grille by calling 403.268.8607 or online.

For more info check out the website

An Italian Sunset: Mountain View Connection & Lougheed House

 

I have always enjoyed Chamber Music, it sounds weird-- I think. I came home from a day of school in grade 4 raving about these high school students who came to perform for my class. They style of music was apparently called "Chamber Music" and all I could picture was a chamber pot and someone playing a violin into it but I was still in love. My  mum thought I was crazy....

 

Since then, I have found a special place for classical (and more specifically Chamber Music) in my life as I have found it to be powerful at creating a peaceful mindset. When I saw this event I jumped on it, the Lougheed House is beautiful and as a big fan of Italian opera's.. personally, I can't think of a more beautiful way to spend a Monday night.

 

Oh and wine.

 

An Italian Sunset

Lougheed House
707 13 Ave. S.W.
Calgary

March 16 to Mar 17, 2014

7:30 PM

 

Italian music performed in one of Calgary's sandstone mansions makes for an incredibly luxurious evening. This concert will take listeners around Italy as the music of some of Italy's finest composers is performed. Soprano Allison Angelo is joined by pianists Kathleen van Mouril and Charles Foreman, as well as violinist Laura Reid and cellist David Morrissey, both from the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. Enjoy a wine reception during the intermission and food catered by The Restaurant at the Lougheed House.

 

Adult tickets $40.

 

mountainviewconnection.com.

First Date Heaven

Avenue Magazine just posted a cute little article on the 8 Perfect Places for a First Date which I think is a pretty solid selection. I have been on many first dates and one of my favorite things to look for is something other than dinner. Trust me, I love to go out and eat but if you are meeting someone for the first time, sometimes you don't want to sit through a 6 course meal together.

 

I also like to dress down. I wear less make-up and maybe stay out of heels. It's silly, but I think if a man likes me as a normal person then he'll really like what he sees when I get dressed up.

 

Going to a place like National on 10th (341-10th Ave SW Calgary AB, 403 474 2739, info@ntnl.ca)

is wicked because they have so many other things (Ping pong, Fuzz ball and soon Bowling!) to do including an exclusive whisky room if you want to get a little closer.

 

Punk Rock Bingo is a solid choice too or even The Oak Tree Tavern for their Sunday Stu's Big Surf Bing and sometimes they have movie nights on Monday where you can eat candy and watch corny films and get drunk.

 

I once had an afternoon date on a Saturday on the patio of the Palomino. It was beautiful and casual and you can eat bacon wrapped corn on the cob and listen to awesome music as you learn about your handsome partner across the table.

 

Nothing takes the pressure off like doing something a little laid back.

 

Another wicked thing to do is head up to Bowness Park (which, right  now is under major construction) and canoodle in a canoe or paddle boat. If it's winter, you can skate around the lagoon and feel majestic. Once you've worked up an appetite being active, head to Cadence Coffee or for something a little more special NOtaBLE (that's only if you really like each other).

 

These are just some of my basic suggestions to get you past the awkward times. Finding places with games and a casual atmosphere is ideal I think. But I guess that's if you want to date someone like me.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Fairmont Palliser's Pop-Up Afternoon Tea

 

A good friend of mine came back from London a few months ago and never got to have true "high tea" so I thought for her 30th birthday, it was a must do to start off her special day. After doing some quick research I discovered that the oldest of old school class, the Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, offered a high tea on Saturdays from 2:00-4:00 pm. I booked it, we went and for $40 a person (we had a bottle of Champagne-- of course) it was an enjoyable experience. Though I would say that there were too many sweets on the three tier trays.Regardless, it was worth the experience and sans champagne runs you around $25 a person.

However, this was planned. It was in the tea room at the hotel and there wasn't anything surprising about it but on August 18th of 2012 the Fairmont Palliser's afternoon tea will be hosted at a surprise location. A pop-up tea party which will have double the decadence and double the delights.

Guest will enjoy a selection of tea sandwiches, pastries, fresh fruit with Chantilly cream and traditional English scones with some of the tastiest preserved I've ever put in my mouth.

Tickets are $50 a person and to reservations, call Jennifer Seguin in the catering office at (403) 260-1222

Captain's Cruises at Heritage Park

Captain's Cruises

Thursday Evenings: July 19 - August 30
7 p.m.-9 p.m.

Set sail on Calgary's only paddlewheeler and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Glenmore Reservoir and the majestic Rocky Mountains. Enjoy gourmet hors d'oeuvres and a selection of fine Canadian wine and beer, all while grooving to the smooth sounds of a live jazz band ( One Nite Band).

Tickets: $74.95 + gst per person

Call 403-268-8500 for tickets

Menu

Classic Chilled Shrimp Cocktail with Tiger Prawns
Cocktail Sauce & Chili Lime Aioli
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Smoked Duck Breast on Crostini
Chipotle Aioli
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Maki Rolls, Salmon & Shrimp Sushi
with Wasabi Paste & Soy Sauce
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Classic Devilled Eggs with Smoked Paprika
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Smoked Salmon Pinwheels
Capers & Cream Cheese
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Mini Vietnamese Salad Rolls
Sweet Chili Ponzu
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Artichoke & Spinach Dip with Crisp Pita Chips
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Sliced English Cucumber with French Brie & Orange Marmalade
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Grapes Rolled in Blue Cheese Scented Cream Cheese & Toasted Almonds
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Crisp Crudités & Cool Ranch Dip
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Canadian Cheese Platter with Crackers
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Seasonal & Tropical Fruit Tray
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Fancy French Pastries & Assorted Squares
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Complimentary Soft Drinks, Juices & Gourmet Coffee

Beer & Wine Sales are available on a cash basis

     *Captain’s Cruises are not wheelchair friendly, due to the food and drink being served on the upper deck.

Drive into the village and park by the S.S. Moyie Paddlewheeler.

Free parking.

Tuesday Night Punk Rock Bingo

It's Tuesday, a middle child of the work week. No one really pays attention to her, it's between the hated older brother Monday and the more sassy younger sister Wednesday, it's at the start of the week so it even comes after Thursday.

Tuesday is a fun day though because not only do you have Taco Tuesday at Tubby Dog BUT it's also PUNK ROCK BINGO NIGHT! Both Broken City and The Ship and Anchor tip their paddles to these weekly events. If you cheat, you get a beat. If you win, you get some kind of wacky prize as your trophy. Have fun, enjoy and be prepared to wake on covered in bingo dobber.

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Gravity Espresso And Wine Bar

I like wine and I like sugar. I don't drink coffee but I like that too. Only on special, well rested vacations occasions.

Gravity Espresso and Wine Cafe has it all though. Plus charm and the ideal ambiance for the purist and lover in all of us. Who doesn't love a community oriented, family based business? Isn't that what we all want? a home away from home?

Grab a seat at one of the tables, which were built by owner Andy Fennel from reclaimed barn wood, and admire the art from DaDe Art & Design Lab. Or, saddle up to the bar made of warm English wood, commissioned from Inglewood’s Uniquities Architectural Antiquities and Salvage.

The selection of Phil & Sebastian roasted coffee ($2.95 to $5.15) is unadulterated, so don’t expect to find flavoured lattes here. Likewise, you won’t find any cocktails on the menu, but there are spirits like vodka ($5 to $10) and Scotch ($7 to $17), best enjoyed in their purest form, or with a splash of water.

Beer lovers can tap into assorted beer growlers ($26) — a 1.9-litre moonshine bottle from Village Brewery, while oenophiles can pair wine by the glass or bottle with cheese boards ($20 to $25) and savoury panini ($9.25 to $9.75) on ciabatta.

Top off any nibble with a Papa Chocolat fondue for two ($20), French pastries from Pascal’s Patisserie ($3.50 to $3.75) or decadent slices of layer cake ($7).

Gravity Espresso & Wine Bar

Inglewood Art Block
909 10 Street SE     Calgary, Alberta

403-457-0697

Mon-Thu: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Fri: 7:00 am to Midnight
Sat: 7:30 am to Midnight
Sun: 7:30 am to 10:00 pm

Grand Opening Weekend: March 17 & 18

25 cents from every beverage sold this weekend will be donated back to the Inglewood Child Development Centre.

The Shamrock Hotel

There is a little bar on the wrong side of the tracks. It's known for it's rowdy atmospher, it's gritty patrons and some of the best local music you can find. It's kind of a biker bar, it's kind of a scary bar and it has a loooong histroy in this fine cow town of mine.

In the spirit of St. Patricks Day, here is an article written for FFWD with lots of tasty history for all you Calgary Keeners.

Happy 100th St. Paddy's Day,  Shamrock!

The Big Taste

It's finally here. Our taste buds, mouths and wallets squeeee with delight!

THE BIG TASTE in CALGARY

March 2 - March 12, 2012

This is a once-in-a-year opportunity to experience new works
at participating restaurants in the heart of the city.

SET PRICE DINING
Lunches $15 and $25 per person
Dinners $25 and $35 per person
Gourmet $85 per person, includes chef favorites and wine pairing

Book directly with restaurants in this directory.
Please indicate you are a Big Taste patron at time of booking.

Please go to the website for further information on participating restaurants and what they have to offer.


Bon Appetite!

Model Milk

The old Model Milk building

 

Everyone knows how important it is to meet daily calcium requirements.

While the new Model Milk no longer specializes in milk products (the historical building once housed a dairy of the same name), it does serve all the food groups in a space that pays homage to its former tenant and offers a lively bistro-style atmosphere.

Whet your whistles with the Bees Knees Slurpee ($12), a sharp gin and tonic, before starting with Calamari Fricassée ($13) and Chanterelles (a poached egg over mushrooms, $14). Move on to mouthwatering fried chicken ($21) with chives and Manchego fries ($6), then cap the evening off with a chocolate ice cream sandwich ($9) and lemon and thyme pot au crème ($9).

Now that’s calcium fortified.

Model Milk

http://www.modelmilk.ca/

308 17 Ave., S.W.
403-265-7343

The Wine Shop Anniversary

 

It's almost been one year since The Wine Shop has been in our new space on 16th Ave, and we're ready to celebrate!

Join us Saturday, October 8th as we'll be popping corks all day long.  Some of our great neighbours, like Jelly Modern Doughnuts, will be here to help with the festivities.  Oh, and did we mention it's FREE?!    

WHEN: Saturday, October 8th, 2011

WHERE: The Wine Shop - 858 16th Ave SW

TIME: All Day (10AM - 8PM)

COST: FREE

The Wine Shop

856 16th Ave SW

Calgary, Alberta

T2R 0S9

P: 403.228.4320

Craft Beer Market

Beer drinkers beware: raising a pint just got more complicated (but wonderfully so).

With over 100 beers on tap, Calgary’s new brew emporium, Craft Beer Market Restaurant + Bar is a malt Mecca.

No need to fret over the huge selection: start with a fruity seasonal brew like the peach-infused Tin Whistle ($5.95) before tapping into the Gouden Carolus Classic ($8.10), a strong Belgian ale.

As for grub, stay on theme with the Nacho Barrel ($18) – nachos served in the bottom of a keg – or the Fast Food Sushi (cheeseburger and fries wrapped in bacon, served sushi-style, $11).

Really can’t choose a brew? Try the six sample-sized beers in the 6-Pack Sampler ($9.05)-- one even has jalapeno peppers in it!

We understand that some decisions are more complicated than others.

Craft Beer Market
http://www.craftbeermarket.ca/
345 10th Ave. S.W.
403-514-2337

Libertine Public House

 

lib·er·tine noun \ ˈli-bər-ˌtēn \

1: a freethinker 
2: a person who is unrestrained by convention or morality; specifically : one leading a self-indulgent life
3: seeking only life’s simple pleasures

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It’s a Calgary ritual as ingrained as the Stampede: the race to nab a patio table on a hot summer day.

With the opening of Libertine Public House, there’s one more go-to patio to add to our list. The Stephen Avenue pub is an airy, two-level space with large booths, exposed wood beams and a small patio ideal for people-watching.

Stop in for a microbrew pint (from $7.25) or wine by the glass (from $8.50), or settle in for a delicious flatbread combo like the Stout BBQ ($13), a charcuterie beer board ($19) or a wild boar burger on a pretzel bun ($16).

Libertine Public House
223 8th Avenue S.W.
403-265-3665