a beer and a dog at polyrhythm
Epcor’s Glass of the Sask Chefs Series continues with Polyrhythm Brewing’s Kaiserkeller Combo; house-made dogs topped with German potato salad, curried ketchup, pickles, garnished with dill and pretzel bits and served with a side of chips, from July 4-14. Drink with the Stereo Pils, made with pilsner malt from Hogarth in Olds and good old Edmonton water! You could also go home with a cool Glass of the Sask carafe (while supplies last). Want more info on Glass of the Sask and the Chefs Series? Visit here.
order garlic now for lots of flavour later
“You see, garlic is like an egg, the more you move it the more it can be bruised; then it doesn’t last too long,” says Mandy of Meadow Creek Farms. She suggests you order your garlic now, pick it up right after harvest, then cure it in your own home. And the drive to Weasel Creek, northwest of Waskatenau is lovely. Persian Star and Matthew’s Zest, similar to Russian Red; this is simply great Alberta Garlic. Call 780-650-2047 or visit here to order.
an all alberta beer
Blind Enthusisam has released 1923, their first beer made entirely with Albertan ingredients. This blend of two year Spontaneous Fermentation barrels, made with 100 per cent Alberta ingredients, including wheat grown on Greg (Tandy) Zeniuk’s family farm, was brewed in celebration of the farm’s centennial. And there’s a t-shirt! Also 100 per cent Canadian, in partnership with Flannel Foxes.
twilight picnics? yes!
The U of A Botanic Garden near Devon offers a lovely dining adventure: the Twilight Picnic, which includes admission to the Garden for two people, live entertainment and a lovely gourmet picnic box by The Party People Catering Company. Gluten-friendly and vegetarian options are available upon request. And, you can bring your dog! The Twilight Picnic is available until September 19. To book.
delicious barbecue at rge rd this summer
Enjoy the sizzle at BBQ on the Parking Lot at the Butchery (12229 107 Avenue) from 11am-5pm, July10 and July 11; and from 11am-5pm, August 28 and August 29. Walk-ins only.
happy birthday heart of the home
Heart of the Home’s Sparkle and Shine, We’re Turning Nine Birthday Bash is happening Sunday, July 12. Enjoy copious food and drink samples, a discount wheel and check out the bargains during the Canada Day Sizzling Summer Sale—up to 65 per cent off select items in July. Woo hoo!
get a load of besties: opening soon
Kind is bringing delicious small-batch, locally-made ice cream to more corners of the city with Besties, their seasonal pop-up ice cream shop. Besties makes use of refurbished sea cans and the first will be opening by the Crestwood Curling Club. Pretty much every neighbourhood can have an ice cream shop now; want one in yours? Let them know! Find more info @bestiesyeg.
beb’s at meuwlys, candid coffee and soon on whyte!
Enjoy toothsome brisket on a bagel sandwiches every Saturday at Meuwly’s; Candid Coffee in the Highlands is rocking Beb’s bagels with a cool cream cheese menu, and soon there will be a Whyte Avenue pop-up! Details to come.
alberta on the plate coming soon
Get ready to experience an all-Alberta dining extravaganza during Alberta on the Plate, August 8-17. Several Edmonton area restos are taking part, including Belgravia Hub, Blindman Brewing, Fu’s Repair Shop, Hayloft, The Marc, Super Amigo, The Butternut Tree, Three Vikings and Workshop Eatery. Dive into all the menus and see the full list here.
tomato top100: out of bounds chicken sandwich
Best thing after golf? This delish buttermilk chicken sandwich at Out of Bounds Restaurant. Nominators love this sammie as well as the Hungarian goulash.
recipe of the week: awn kitchen’s rhubarb cordial
Got lots of rhubarb? Make rhubarb cordial. Delicious with a splash of sparkling water or wine, or add gin for a refreshing cocktail.
