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Calgary to Creemore: Canada Claims 14 Spots on North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 List

Canada landed 14 restaurants on the North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list, with Calgary’s Eight making the biggest Canadian splash by debuting at No. 2 and… Read more »

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Deep Fried, Cheesy and Unexpected: A Look at Stampede 2026 Midway Eats

The Calgary Stampede is leaning hard into big, bold flavours for 2026, with more than 65 new Midway foods rolling out from July 3 to 12. This… Read more »

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New Legislation Could Put Alberta Whisky Alongside Bourbon and Scotch

Alberta is looking to give its whisky a clearer identity, one that ties it firmly to the province where it is made. The provincial government has introduced… Read more »

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Shake Shack Heads West with First Alberta Restaurant in Calgary

Shake Shack is making its first move into Western Canada this spring. The burger chain confirmed it will open its first Alberta location this spring at CF… Read more »

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Wineries and Meaderies to Visit in Alberta

Did you know that Alberta is home to at least 10 wineries and meaderies? Nestled in some of our province’s most scenic regions are fruit groves, honey… Read more »

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McDonald’s Canada Launches NHL Star Sticks Meal as McDavid and Matthews Headline Seven-Player Promotion

McDonald’s Canada is bringing hockey back to its counters, this time in miniature. Beginning March 3, the company is launching the NHL Star Sticks Meal in partnership… Read more »

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Valentine’s Day Deal: $1 Breakfast at IKEA Stores Across Canada

IKEA Canada is bringing back its $1 breakfast, and this time, the proceeds are going to charity. On Saturday, February 14, Swedish Restaurants at IKEA stores across… Read more »

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What’s New on Starbucks’ Winter Menu: Dubai Chocolate Drinks, Protein Matcha, and Seasonal Treats

Starbucks is starting the year by adjusting its menu to reflect how many customers ease back into routine after the holidays. The winter lineup blends familiar flavours… Read more »

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Nov 7: 7-Eleven Canada Celebrates Reverse 7-Eleven Day with Free Slurpees and ¢71 Wings

7-Eleven Canada is marking “Reverse 7-Eleven Day” on November 7 by offering customers a free Slurpee and special discounts on chicken wings. The event mirrors the company’s… Read more »

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Pizza Pizza Offers Free Cheese Pizzas Nationwide on Nov 3

Pizza Pizza will celebrate the close of the baseball season by offering Canadians a free small cheese pizza on Monday, November 3. The giveaway honours Toronto Blue… Read more »

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Rooty Turns 50: A&W Fans Can Join the Celebration with Limited-Time Meal Deal

A&W Canada is marking the 50th anniversary of its mascot, the Great Root Bear, with a national promotion and special events in Calgary and Toronto. Starting October… Read more »

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National Ice Cream Day: Dairy Queen Canada Offers 85-Cent Vanilla Cones on July 20

Dairy Queen Canada will mark National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 20, with a limited-time offer of small vanilla cones for just 85 cents. The promotion… Read more »

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Mary Brown’s Chicken Offers $4.99 Chicken Deal for National Fried Chicken Day

Mary Brown’s Chicken is marking National Fried Chicken Day with a special promotion on Sunday, July 6. For one day only, customers can purchase a two-piece chicken… Read more »

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Foothills Creamery Brings Scoop Shop Experience Home with New Ice Cream Pack

Foothills Creamery is launching a new single-serve ice cream multi-pack, designed to resemble a miniature ice cream truck, with six individual 237 mL containers. The product will… Read more »

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Quesada Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with Deals and Festivities

Quesada Burritos & Tacos is turning up the heat for Cinco de Mayo with deals running until May 5. The nationwide event offers a rotating set of… Read more »

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2025 Alberta Rib Fests: Get Smokin’ Hot Meats at These Cities and Towns

Nothing says summer like the aroma of sizzling gourmet meats on the fired-up, smoking hot grills! Get ready to enjoy the saucier meats this year across Alberta…. Read more »

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Alberta Distiller Wins Big at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards

The 2025 World Whiskies Awards recently concluded in London, England, and several Canadian companies won awards for their exceptional whiskies. GrainHenge Arrowwood Whisky by Troubled Monk, located… Read more »

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Valentine’s Day 2025: IKEA Restaurants Offering 3-Course Dinner on Feb 14

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at IKEA with a delightful dinner at their Swedish restaurant locations across Canada. IKEA invites customers to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special dining… Read more »

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Top Brunch Restaurants in Alberta According to OpenTable – 2024

OpenTable has released its annual list of the Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in Canada for 2024, highlighting the best spots for Mother’s Day celebrations and beyond. This… Read more »

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These Are Canada’s Best 100 Places to Eat in 2024

Yelp has unveiled its ninth annual list of Canada’s Top 100 Places to Eat in 2024, a compilation based on community recommendations. Topping the list is Chen… Read more »

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La Poutine Week 2024: Canada’s Cheesy Restaurant Food Festival Returns This February

Canada’s beloved La Poutine Week, presented by People Mover Technologies Inc., returns for its 12th year, showcasing a diverse array of poutine dishes from February 1st to… Read more »

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Top 100 Restaurants in Canada to Eat Healthy According to OpenTable

The most popular restaurant reservation platform, OpenTable, has released the list of Top 100 restaurants in Canada, renowned for their healthy offerings.   According to the platform,… Read more »

19 Alberta Restaurants Make OpenTable’s 2023 Top 100 Restaurants in Canada

19 Alberta Restaurants Make OpenTable’s 2023 Top 100 Restaurants in Canada

Alberta’s culinary scene shines with 19 restaurants making OpenTable‘s Top 100 in Canada for 2023. Chosen from over 1.1 million diner reviews, these establishments offer diverse dining… Read more »

2023 World Whiskies Awards: These Are Canada’s Best Whiskies

2023 World Whiskies Awards: These Are Canada’s Best Whiskies

The 2023 World Whiskies Awards recently concluded, and several Canadian companies won awards for their exceptional whiskies. If you’re interested in buying award-winning whiskies, consider looking into… Read more »