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 1. Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra

205 8 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2G 0K8
(403) 571-0270
5.0 star rating
  10/13/2011

Can't really add anything new to the other reviews in the way of raving about the awesomeness of the CPO, but what I will add is that they really nail variety, in that if you browse through their shows you will find there really is something for…More »

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 2. Pho So 1

1609 Centre Street NW
Calgary, AB T2E 2S2
(403) 230-7472

Category: Vietnamese

5.0 star rating
  1/10/2012

Love love love! Finally found some Pho to write home about. Few things in this world make me happy like pho does, I don't know why but there is something about shoving my face in a bowl of steaming broth and noodles that just puts a smile on my face.…More »

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 3. Thai Manna

7711 Macleod Trl SW
Calgary, AB
(403) 998-7049
5.0 star rating
  12/6/2011

I got sucked in by Erin D.'s excitement and wicked review of this shack. After reading how much she loved these curry kits - I had to try it!  Mad props, lady!

I looked for this place the first time I went to Kingsland but some how didn't see it - I…More »

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 4. Sister's House

945 General Avenue Northeast
Calgary, AB T2E 0P4
(403) 457-3389

Categories: Fashion, Jewellery

5.0 star rating
  12/4/2011 First to Review

Yup, Bridgeland is the bomb.

This is an an awesome shop for costume jewelry and interesting reworked pieces! This store is a crow girls dream - so much glitter and bling! There is so much stuffed crammed in this place, it's almost overwhelming and…More »

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 5. UNA pizza + wine

618 17th Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2S 0B4
(403) 453-1183

Categories: Pizza, Wine Bars

5.0 star rating
  1/11/2012

Love love love!

I won't say much - there is already a plethora of reviews for this place, which just speaks to how much Calgarians are down with artisan pizza joints.

We started out with an olive appetizer and kale salad. The kale salad stole the show!…More »

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 6. RedBloom Salon

638 11th Avenue Southwest
Calgary, AB T2R 0E2
(403) 266-8708
5.0 star rating
  11/23/2011

I went here based on the yelp reviews and this place did not dissapoint!

My appointment started with a consulation from my stylist. She listened to the direction that I wanted my hair style to go in and got totally excited about it! If she wasn't…More »

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 7. Traditional Pastimes

7 Parkdale Cres NW
Calgary, AB T2N 3T8
(403) 286-9421

Category: Fabric Stores

5.0 star rating
  9/29/2011 First to Review

I am a dabbler in the quilting world, and having this shop so close to my neighbourhood is a fantastic treat!

The ladies in this shop are super friendly, I always get a hello as soon as I walk in. I am by no means a quilting fanatic, I'm a beginner at…More »

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 8. Bowtown Music

6425 Bowness Rd NW
Calgary, AB T3B 2B9
(403) 202-1133
5.0 star rating
  12/22/2011 ROTD 2/16/2012 First to Review

The holidays are coming up and my family has decided to make Calgary the holiday destination this year. I have been getting organised for them to come, and one of the perks with the B&B they are staying is a piano! I took lessons back in the day,…More »

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 9. Blink Restaurant & Bar

111 8 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 1B4
(403) 263-5330

Category: Canadian (New)

5.0 star rating
  11/3/2011

I really loved every minute of my night out at Blink. Came in after a symphony show for dinner, a bit on the later side. I have to agree with the other reviewers, they really go over top with the service here - and it is the attention to details that…More »

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 10. Bow Cycle & Sports

6501 Bowness Rd NW
Calgary, AB T3B 0E8
(403) 288-5422

Category: Bikes

5.0 star rating
  5/7/2011

I needed a bike and Bow Cycle was the place to go. They had a sale on this weekend, so the place was slammed but customer service was humming like a well oiled machine. The staff at bow cycle are knowledgable and very helpful. They are truly…More »

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 11. The Artworks

101B Edmonton City Ctr NW
Edmonton, AB T5J 2Y8
(780) 420-6311

Category: Flowers & Gifts

5.0 star rating
  Update - 12/2/2011

This place still rules. Popped in when I was in town to load up on cards - was happy to see so many lovely cards; the consistency of this place gets me every time! And, since I mentioned card prices last time - this time I scored a few for under $5.

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  • 5.0 star rating
    5/5/2010

    Hands down the best shop for greeting cards in Edmonton. I have been a fan for a long time and… Read more »

 12. Shay Danielle Esthetics

1939 30th St SW
Calgary, AB T3E 2L5
(403) 803-2033
5.0 star rating
  11/22/2011

Shay is amazing - I am so glad I saw Nancy C.'s review and decided to give a set of lashes a shot! I absolutely love them and have been back a few times for fills. I have also had the microdermabrasion and wow! I loved it and I loved the compliments…More »

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 13. Art Central

100 7 Ave SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0W4
(403) 543-9600

Category: Art Galleries

5.0 star rating
  11/7/2011

Love it. Came on a first thursday of the month as per all thhe recommendations.

So much to look at and appreciate - this was the perfect venue to wander with a coffee after a casual dinner with friends. So many nooks and crannies, treasure…More »

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 14. River Wynde Executive Bed and Breakfast

220 10A St NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1W6
(403) 270-8448

Category: Bed & Breakfast

5.0 star rating
  12/7/2011 First to Review

Looking for a place for my family to stay while coming to Calgary for Christmas, this place came up in my search.

Deanna, the owner of this B&B was a delight to deal with from the moment we first contacted her. My folks live out of the country, so…More »

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 15. Campus Pizza

7610 112 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T6G 1J7
(780) 434-4414

5.0 star rating
  12/9/2011

I love this pizza. Love love love it. Why have I never reviewed this wicked pizza before?

My affair with this place started many moons ago, back when I lived in a basement suite across the street from it. I tried it once on a whim, just got a small…More »

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 16. Blue Star Diner

809 1st Avenue Northeast
Calgary, AB T2E
(403) 261-9998
5.0 star rating
  1/23/2012 ROTD 4/22/2012

I am so down with breakfast and I am down with this place. Bridgeland has some wicked breakfast choices and blue star is worth checking out.

I came a bit early and had a few minutes to kill while waiting a bit for my date. My friendly server hooked me…More »

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 17. Gummi Boutique

3919 Richmond Rd SW
Calgary, AB T3E 4P2
(403) 457-4864
5.0 star rating
  Update - 2/3/2012

I guess I'm still a kid at heart and this store rules my candy world. Love, love, love!

I know, I know - I just reviewed this place...but there are some things about this store that set it apart from others - for one, the guy running this place is the…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    1/2/2012 First to Review

    I'm always on the lookout for new candy stores, so when I noticed this place I of course had to… Read more »

 18. LoveYou Kickboxing

1121 14th Avenue Southwest
Calgary, AB T2R 1G7
(403) 510-7468
5.0 star rating
  2/7/2012 First to Review

I bought a deal find for 7 weeks of kickboxing classes from LoveYou kickboxing...and am I ever glad I did! To be honest, I - like others - am a bit skeptical about deals, but this has been one of the best ones I've ever purchased.

With classes twice a…More »

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 19. Dairy Lane Café

319 19 St NW
Calgary, AB T2N 2J2
(403) 283-2497
5.0 star rating
  2/8/2012

It's small and quite bustling on weekends. I like busy places when I'm brunching, I think that's kind of how brunch should be. All the chaos and clanking cutlery, the hung over folks mixed with the rise n shiners. This is that kind of place, with a…More »

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 20. A Taste of Quebec

77th Avenue Southeast
Calgary, AB T2H 1C3
(403) 240-9113

Categories: Bakeries, Delis

5.0 star rating
  3/7/2012

Oh squeaky cheese, how I love thee!

If you need some fresh, lovely cheese curds - this is your place.  I went to the farmers market with a friend from Montreal, he insisted on buying me a pack of the cheddar cheese curds from this shop. The curds are…More »

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 21. Wild Rose Brewery

4580 Quesnay Wood Dr SW
Calgary, AB T3E 7J3
(403) 720-2733

Categories: Gastropubs, Breweries

5.0 star rating
  5/16/2012

I really dig this place. I have been here a few times and it never fails to put a smile on my face.

Perfect place to chill out with friends or a date. Food is consistently yummy, I have tried a few different things, never had the same thing twice and…More »

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Review votes:
118 Useful, 22 Funny, and 55 Cool

Location

Calgary, AB

Yelping Since

March 2010

Things I Love

tea, brunch, flea markets, diners, bike riding, vinyl, sleeping in on Sunday morning

Find Me In

Kensi

When I'm Not Yelping...

I'm working on my masters

Current Crush

Pho