As the associate editor-in-chief of HipHopCanada.com and A&R talent scout for the Universal Music Scouting Program, Sarah spends most of her time interviewing and photographing hip-hop artists, checking out new music and scouting live shows. She lives in Calgary.
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Regardless of whether you’re looking to treat or trick this year, Calgary has plenty going on during Halloween weekend for the 18-plus crowd. Here are 10 Halloween parties to check out this year if you want to celebrate with a night out on the town.
One of the most festive Calgary events of the summer, Marda Gras is a New Orleans-themed street festival that runs August 13, 2017, in the heart of the Marda Loop community. Since Marda Loop is one of the best dining communities in the city, make sure to stop in to one of these eateries while you’re in the area.
With Calgary’s warm weather (hopefully) here to stay, the city’s food truck scene is entering its busiest time of year. Since there are so many delicious mobile eateries to choose from, YYC Food Trucks has organized Picnic in the Park, a two-day food frenzy that takes place May 27 and 28 in Murdock Park in Bridgeland. Here are six food trucks you need to check out while you’re there. [Photo credit: YYC Food Trucks]
Let Mom take a break this Mother's Day and treat her to a gourmet brunch experience. Whether your mom is into gourmet gastronomy, runway fashion or local history, you’re sure to find a brunch destination that’ll really hit the spot (and possibly even allow you to reclaim your title as Mom’s favourite child). Image credit: istockphoto.com/PeteerS
Easter egg hunts are a classic holiday tradition for many. Every year families celebrate Easter by going on the hunt for hidden colourful eggs. This year, switch things up by going on a culinary Easter egg hunt in Calgary. Here are 9 of the city's most egg-cellent eats.
Known as downtown Calgary’s premier dining festival, The Big Taste takes place in March each year, running from March 3 through March 12. Participating restaurants in the inner city create fixed three-course lunches and dinners, as well as five-course gourmet dinners for a taste of what each has to offer. Here are eight restaurants to check out during The Big Taste. [Photo credit: Kevin Yang for Provision Restaurant]
For Calgarians in search of pairing menus with exceptional wines and upscale cuisine, several of the city’s restaurants offer carefully selected options to bring out and enhance the ingredients and flavours of the food. Whether you’re looking to pair your wine with a charcuterie, a decadent six-course feast or some tapas, these are the restaurants to check out – just in time for Winefest Calgary.
YYC Hot Chocolate Fest is a month-long competition that takes place every year in February. Vying for the title of Calgary’s Best Hot Chocolate, local cafes and restaurants craft up signature hot chocolates for Calgarians. A portion of proceeds from each beverage sold are donated to Calgary Meals on Wheels. Here are 10 places to check out during YYC Hot Chocolate Fest 2017.
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to start planning the perfect date for two. Whether you’re planning on dining out with your sweetheart or some fellow single pals, here are the local restaurants to check out for delicious featured Valentine’s Day menus.
Dads can be notoriously difficult to shop for, but these city stores carry abundant gift ideas for your old man. Options include everything from books and loose-leaf tea to outdoor gear and specialty knives, as well as locally made loungewear. Image credit: iStock.com/pamelamoore.
It’s time to put your best foot forward with new warm-weather footwear. Whether you’re looking for a stylish pair of comfortable flip flops or flats, or a daring pair of couture skyscraper pumps or oxfords, these city shoe stores are offering up the latest on-trend arrivals. Image credit: iStock.com/Alberto Pomares.
A handful of established comic shops and independent bookstores offer an extensive selection of new comic book releases and back issues as well as presenting comic-themed events and artist meet-and-greets. Whether you’re a rookie comic enthusiast or a seasoned collector, here’s where to find graphic novels and comic books, memorabilia, collectibles and more. Image credit: iStock.com/Brendan Hunter.