Old School Emporium

There's a new indy grocer in town Old School Emporium opened their doors in the old Indigo Books location on 16th ave and 8th street SW. I was going for a wander in my neighbourhood when I noticed that there was something new and something busy at the corner of Mount Royal Village.

I walked in and saw boxes upon boxes of fresh produce, real food and a big dash of passion. I also spotted some delicious looking baked good which I gather came from the ever wonderful Pascal's Patisserie.

I imagine that one of the first things I'll try will be the eggs. If you've ever had proper, fresh eggs you'll know what I'm talking about. Nothing tops it. They also provide an abundance of local produce, organic dairy, grass-fed and free-range meats and eggs and other pantry staples to the people. Delicious desserts, tasty to-go food and loads of local fare can all be found inside. They also have gluten free granola!

Place of Business

115 - 880 16 Ave SW
Calgary, AB
T2S 0B4
(Just off 17 Ave and 8 St in the corner of Mount Royal Village)

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday
9:30am to 7:00pm

Saturday & Sunday
10:00am to 5:00pm

Holiday Monday August 6
10:00am to 5:00pm
Phone: 403-453-2434


Email: inquiries@oldschoolemporium.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/OldSchoolEmporium
Twitter: https://twitter.com/OSEmporium

Shoe Repair

Here are Calgary’s best shoe shops to restore your soles.

Alpine Shoe Service
This is the place to take your designer shoes! (It’s where Holt Renfrew sends any couture footwear in need of TLC.)
Alpine Shoe Service; 1225 Kensington Rd. N.W.; 403-283-5224

Shoemasters Southcentre Shoe Repair
If it’s leather that’s in need of repair, then this isthe place to go.
Shoemasters Southcentre Shoe Repair, Southcentre Mall; 142-100 Anderson Rd. S.E.; 403-278-0722

Acadia Shoe Repair
Not only does this shop repair our soles, but they stock tons of shoe accessories, too.
Acadia Shoe Repair; 335 Heritage Dr. S.E.; 403-255-0704

Canyon Meadows Shoe Repair
This shop can tackle anything, from the newest of shoes to the oldest. They’ll keep those vintage boots looking brand new.
Canyon Meadows Shoe Repair; 11625 Elbow Dr. S.W.; 403-251-1150

Richmond Shoe Repairs and Alterations
This one-stop-shop does both shoe repair and clothing alternations.
Richmond Shoe Repairs and Alterations; 2917 Richmond Rd. S.W.; 403-246-1643

Dot and Stripe event styling and dessert co.

Life is just easier when you have someone else take care of the details especially when those details are pretty, perfect and oh-so-sweet tasting.

Dot and Stripe, a brand spanking new event styling and dessert bar creations.

From weddings and baby showers to corporate events and birthday parties, the company offers complete styling (think décor, invitations, thank you cards and the works, starting at $1,000) and can set up an impressive dessert bar for any sweet occasion (from $500). The styling team also works within fixed budgets.

Just think, all you have to do now is sit back and enjoy the party.

Visit their site and blog to get a true taste of what their dreams are make of.

Dot and Stripe
http://www.dotandstripe.com/
403-479-0460