If ever there was a festival tailor made for me, it’s got to be Baconfest. The inaugural festival runs on July 4th in and around the ATB Financial Arts Barn in Old Strathcona on July 4th, and combines a lot of my favourite things- bacon, comedy, music, and cocktails, into one night of glorious over-indulgence. […]
YEG Burger Odyssey #15- Select vs Cha Island Tea
This episode of the YEG Burger Odyssey features 2 more burgers recommended by you, the readers. Neither Select, or Cha Island Tea were on my radar screen until the suggestions, proving again that soliciting suggestions from all of you is a worthwhile endeavour. Select- 10018- 106st Select, formerly Cafe Select, is located on a quieter […]
7 Stephanie Izard Dishes to Eat When in Chicago
Last time we visited Chicago, Top Chef Season 4 winner Stephanie Izard had recently opened her restaurant, Girl and the Goat to rave reviews. We managed to get in and thoroughly enjoyed our meal, so we were excited to revisit the experience on our most recent trip. Of course getting reservations on short notice is […]
YEG Burger Odyssey #14- Delux Burger Bar vs Local
Delux Burger Bar- 9682 142 st. Delux Burger Bar was one of the first places I put on the list when I started the Yeg Burger Odyssey, so it’s a bit of a travesty that I’ve taken this long to check it out. It’s not like I haven’t had a burger at Delux before, mind […]
Eating Chicago: Mindy’s Hot Chocolate
As soon as I read a sentence or 2 about Mindy’s Hot Chocolate, I knew it was going straight on my “must try” list. The reputation of it’s owner, Mindy Segal, is outstanding, and there would be something for me (the highly recommended burger), and about a million things for Robyn (anything with chocolate). We […]
5 Questions With… Yeggies Organizer Brittney Le Blanc
Edmonton’s New Media Awards, The Yeggies, is the brainchild of local do-gooders and community boosters Adam Rozenhart and Brittney Le Blanc. The 2nd annual awards show goes this Friday, May 9th, so I figured this is a good time chat with Brittney. Did I mention that I’m a finalist for two awards myself (Best in […]
YEG Burger Odyssey #13- Downtown Diner vs Rockin’ Robyn’s
If the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives has taught us anything- other than annoying catchphrases and wearing sunglasses on the back of your head can make you famous- it’s that North Americans have an enduring love for comforting classics done well. Especially if that food is served up in a family run diner full […]
Charred Brussel Sprout Salad
Eating burgers twice a week as part of the Yeg Burger Odyssey necessitates making healthier decisions on the days you’re not scarfing down seared meat and cheese. It helps that I’ve recently become obsessed with a vegetable that I grew up despising…the lowly Brussel Sprout. Growing up, I only ever had them one way, […]
YEG Burger Odyssey #12- The Burger Joint vs Rodeo Burger
I knew it was going to be hard to follow up last weeks dual-winner week, where the entries claimed the top 2 spots, so I decided to visit 2 popular local burger stands which both got some good recommendations from my readers. I was assured that The Burger Joint (BJ) had a fresh made patty, […]
Pan Fried Squash Cakes
With all the burgers I’ve been scarfing down as part of the YEG Burger Odyssey, I’ve been eating lost of simple, veggie- laden meals at home lately. And since its been a while since I shared a recipe with you all, I thought there’s no better time than the present! One of my go-to meals […]