art of charcuterie has a new temporary location
The Art of Charcuterie has moved from the Modest Meats space to a temporary location in Synergy Health (15355 111 Avenue). Not for too long though. Their new permanent location will be back on the south side, near Fuge Sausage on 99 Street. Joining them later will be the new Bagel Bar. In the meantime, pick up all your beautiful boards and charcuterie boxes at the Synergy Health location.
cinco de mayo paint night at out of bounds
On Monday, May 5, enjoy the Cinco de Mayo Paint Nite, 6pm-8pm at Out of Bounds Restaurant (24427 Township Rd 542). The ticket includes all the painting supplies, artist instruction and a beverage. Tix: $55++.
love garlic? meet the garlic goddess!
Meet Kristin Graves, owner of Fifth Gen Farms and author of The Garlic Companion for a book signing at Knifewear (10816 Whyte Avenue) from 4-6pm, Thursday, May 8. There will be Fifth Gen garlic products on offer too.
foraging dinner with kevin kossowan at rge rd
Join noted forager Kevin Kossowan at a dinner featuring responsibly foraged wild bounty in beverages and several courses by chef Blair Lebsack’s kitchen team. This intimate dinner is in the Larder and promises to be a one- of a-kind evening. Tix: $195/p+.
watch playoff games at three vikings
Three Vikings (10713 124 Street) is all set for the playoffs. They will have every Oilers playoff game on two screens; $5 Parallel 49 pints; game time appetizers and chances to win a name jersey for every Oilers win. And, you can play Oilers bingo! Call 780-249-6302 for reservations, walk-ins are welcome.
mother’s day is may 11
Brunch, lunch, dinner, a special outing, a dance party—just some of the many ways to say hey, thanks Mom!
The Butternut Tree (9707 110 Street) has a special menu for Mother’s Day, Sunday May 11, both for lunch (11am-2pm) and dinner (4pm-8pm). Make a reso here.
Enjoy the Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet, Sunday, May 11, at Out of Bounds Restaurant. Chef Julia Kundera’s kitchen knows how to put on a spread for Mother’s Day—pastries, fresh fruit, waffles, bacon, sausage, smoked salmon, hashbrowns, chilaquiles and eggs Benedict, along with a beverage station and full bar is available. Special prices for the kiddos and under 4 is free. Resos from 9am-2pm.
Three Vikings (10713 124 Street) Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11, features the regular menu plus brunch dishes, two seatings, call 780-249-6302 for reservations.
The Marc (9940 106 Street) is open for lunch (11am-2pm) and dinner (4pm-8pm) on Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 11), with special features and the regular menu. Make a reso here
Cafe Caribbean presents: Mothers and Mimosas at The Common (9910 109 Street). Indulge in delicious Trinidadian cuisine, sip on refreshing mimosas, and enjoy an afternoon filled with music and fun. Doors at noon, lunch at 1pm, DJs and vibes until 5pm. Tix: $65++ include a sorrel mimosa and a rose.
Stroll through the greenhouse alive with flowers and visit the baby goats as part of the Prairie Gardens’ Mother’s-Day-in-May Package. Also included: a WOW Desserts box, signature mocktails, a plant-your-own spring blossom wicker planter and 14-inch hanging basket. You could even bring a picnic and enjoy at their picnic site. Choice of three times and each package is for between 2-6 people. Tix: $175/group.
tomato top100: fu’s repair shop’s lychee green Szechuan aguachile
So fresh, with the deliciously floral note of the Szechuan pepper and a fine balance between heat and flavour.
recipe of the week: carrot soup with scallions and poppy seeds
Scallions have a surprizing affinity for poppy seeds. It’s a good way to use up the last of those carrots in the back of the crisper too. Adapted from a Food & Wine recipe.
