ATTENTION CALGARY YELPERS: HIDDEN GEM ALERT
I discovered this place years ago when I used to work with a Vegetarian Austrian who raved about this place, despite having a severe allergy to meat, urged us to go here. And follow we did during the days…More »
This review is a long time coming. Anju, you're the nice guy, the Kevin Arnold of great restaurant dining experiences. Compared to other places that stomp with gusto and strain themselves with overwhelming decor and overdone menus to justify the high…More »
First thursday at the cultural district has a great secret. A free chocolate tasting at Coppeneur, a charming little shop containing the most unique types of chocolate. I strolled in here waiting for a *shy face* ohnotmuch and met one of the store…More »
"OH YOU HAVE TO GO HERE ANGELOOOOOOOO"
It was all I got from Sarah Lousie about the veggie buffet that occurs every two months. Bless her sweet soul masked in the illusion of a black heart. I gotta admit, I was instantly sold on the idea of trying…More »
With the passing apocalypse of video stores like Blockbuster, book stores could be the next thing to succumb to the digital age.
Independent bookstores like Shelf Life will always thrive because like Pages, they are heavily engaged with their…More »
TIME TO WEIGH IN ON YOU UBU!
Certainly an upscale joint that seems to be waining down in popularity but still attracts a faithful crowd. It seems to be a small venue but there's a second floor that never seems to have anyone on there. It could just be…More »
I brought my friends Nina and Dave here who wanted to experience an authentic Filipino breakfast. But our empty stomachs fogged our minds so instead, we settled for several of Pacific Hut's dishes:
-Lumpia Spring Rolls. Standard spring rolls, I…More »
Four stars all the way for what I think is thier true speciality dish. Thier lumpia sariwa, which is… Read more »
I like you Scotch and Soda. Never in my life would I be caught dead perusing fashion stores and shelling out the bucks. However, lately your clothing sections have greatly appealed to me. I loved the Christmas sweater I scored during boxing day and…More »
I finally got to try Ox and Angelo...err Angela during the Christmas week when I brought my Mom here because she insisted on having Paella.
We started off with their empanadas and ceviches. Their empanadas made with beef was sweet and buttery rich…More »
"It's 12pm, who brings LARGE potato salad after everyone is done eating at a potluck!? Everyone is having dessert now, whats the point?" muttered one of the old European ladies in my department
This guy :'(
So now I have a litre of potato salad to mow…More »
I've committed a crime by not reviewing these great ladies soon enough on Yelp, considering I've… Read more »
Categories:
Delis,
Sandwiches,
Mediterranean
Ah Cedars....This was once a favourite hotspot for me and my coworkers when I worked for an online company that's changed it's name a dozen times. Tip: Getting into the habit of eating 6 of Cedar's Falafel balls and your permeating garlic smell will…More »
I could never understand why I never ended up watching Loose Moose moose, especially in it's day when my friend Mike Tan graced the stage with his good looks and versatile humour. Still, what a great place to bring a group to. Despite a few minor…More »
We met up with Toronto's Chris P for a UYE who turned out to be a Calgary native that went to the same high school as me and Kenny M! Small world! Go Grandin GHOSTS...*cough*. Also Chris got a chance to marvel at the sight of Asian Spock :)
See…More »
Good ol' BILLS, our mainspot for chinese food in the south. Over the years me and my friends have… Read more »
Underdog Challenge 25/30
I decided to hold a UYE brunch for Melly's after months of raving about it to people who asked "where can I get some good Filipino food". On a hole-in-the-wall level, this s the best place in the city. Of course this notion is…More »
When it comes to eating at a restaurant of the same nationality, people often scoff and shy away… Read more »
Sometimes I find it annoying when waiters hover around and smother me with "Do you need anything?" "Is there anything else I can get you?" in either because they were afraid I might not tip them or someone previously complained about their demeanour…More »
I think I'm going to start on a new adventure, in discovering Calgary's local music scene. Really, the only places I've been to were the most commonly known venues such as Broken City, Republik, McEwan Hall,and some other place that I can't bother…More »
I came back to Wild Rose again for a Yelp Wrap up party which really, was just a reason for all of us to get drunk and stuff our faces with jummy food once again.
I've had Wild Roses' popular beers like the Raspberry and the India Pale so this time…More »
I've visited the Wild Rose Brewery several times. I agree with the consensus here, "the beer is so… Read more »
Whenever I talk "food" with people, everyone seems to have a handful of places that they greatly swoon over because it's ultimate comfort food. You know, their "secret places" they only divulge to you when you finally win them over and convince them…More »
Visited Kingsland Farmers market for lunch. I made a note to come back an try Kaffir Lime. I was met… Read more »
Categories:
Caterers,
Delis,
Grocery,
Coffee & Tea
My relationship with Lina began years ago when I used to work near the 32nd Ave area. I've yet to see Lina herself in person, but based on the experiences in this market, I imagine she looks like Giovanna Mezzogiorno ;)
Lina's carries a wide variety…More »
I met up with her an old friend for dinner. She strolled in super late (GEEZ!!) and they were nice enough to accommodate the feast we ordered with only 15 minutes left till their kitchen closed.
We ordered the beef bulgogi, korean style pancakes, bow…More »
Another great concert @ the Knox!! This time it was for a much larger crowd in attendance to watch The Tallest Man on Earth.
i had a chance to roam around the place a little bit and didn't realize there was a basement floor. Lining up for the…More »
A great concert venue located in the middle of downtown Calgary. The hall reverberates a great… Read more »
Wow. If sandwiches were swords CowTown beef shack is the Scottish claymore that will win you your freedom...from hunger
Props to Nick S. for suggesting this place. After two weeks of being delayed opportunities to try CowTown, I made it my mission…More »
I consider myself a hefty eater. I have brought down buffets and pushed species into extinction within one sitting. Sure it's an exaggeration but forget meat sweats, I went into a food coma.
You certainly get your moneys worth @ BR Gaucho, both in…More »
Underdog Challenge 28/30
I've since visited Independent sporadically for over a year and for ten classes I've learned quite a few things, mainly my name isn't Angelo, it's Rashad Evans. Take a look at my profile pic, I look NOTHING like him.
I do like…More »
Interestingly quiet and under the radar, Independent MMA has been @ their McLoed Trail location for… Read more »
What the blutz? Why haven't I written a review Wa's ever before?
Ridiculous. Anytime someone asks me to reccomend them a place to eat and their description includes "hole-in-the-wall", "down-to-earth, "great price/taste ratio", "place I can go to…More »
Decided to check this place out for breakfast with a cousin I haven't seen in YEARS. We strolled in and there was an intimidating line at the door, but the wait time wasn't as bad as it was @ Diner Deluxe.
They sat us at the end of the big communal…More »
Categories:
Local Flavor,
Mass Media
Neighbourhood: SOMA
Dear Yelp,
I saved my 200th review for you. Unless a bunch of my earlier reviews get deleted, then consider the last statement a FAIL.
But oh Yelp, have I not found a sweeter but evil mistress to hold obsession and addiction over .I remember our first…More »
Muku is well worth driving across the city for. Heck even if a massive earthquake rips through Calgary and the tectonic plates shifted, sending Muku half a world away, I would still make the drive there. But then that theoretically put Japan next…More »
MMA aficionados know that no style has made a huge contribution to the sport as much as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) has. If one had any doubts as to where they should start their training, any place under the Cadillac name of Gracie is a guaranteed…More »
Thai Bistro is a hidden gem in China Town. At least hidden in the sense I've never been there until last night!
I randomly picked this place for our Thai UYE based on reviewer popularity on Yelp (maybe other food review sites *cough*) and everyone was…More »
If the company is good and adventure is encouraged, then order anything with Natto to try. I've only managed to chomp down the Natto Maki but someday I'll tackle the beast in it's purest form. What is eating Natto like? Imagine if your mouth was…More »
Farmer's Delight (11)Farmer's Market joints, word..BUT FIRST I GOTTA...bang-bang the boogie to the boogie say up jump the boogie to the bang bang boogie LET'S ROCK, YOU DON'T STOP rock the riddle that'll make your body rock |
The MMA gym list (7)Tired of your old gym routine? Sick of M. Bison's and Shadowloo's crap? Well check out these martial arts gyms.Boxing and Muay Thai are great not only for learning basic/simple techniques crucial in self-defense, but it provides an intense workout for minimal time. Try out wrestling/bjj, its a physical chess game that really improves overall health and character. FACT: The guy who played Al Bundy from Married w/ Children is a BJJ black belt!! |
Remember remember this crazzzzy November (29)To quote the great Sarah Louise"I'm DOOIINNNNG IT" Yes. Quite. This is my November List. |
YELP RULES! so shut up about it OK!?!? (23)Yelp has dragged my once-anti social creepy butt to all these great events to meet wonderful people. Now my more sociable less-creepy butt can't wait for the next opportunity to hangout |
Dhalsim's yoga studio picks (5)Dhalsim was probably one of the cheapest characters in Street Fighter. We both have a few things in common. I too am cheap, as in because of online deals I managed to go to these yoga studios for next to nothing. Also I spit fireballs, hover in the air, and have skulls for necklaces. |
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Calgary, AB
Yelping SinceNovember 2010
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