sherbrooke presents whisky bingo with dram fine this friday!
Each round of whisky will introduce you to a unique gem from Scotland, Ireland, Japan and America. Whether you are an old hand or curious if you even like whisky, this event will delight and inspire. Friday, August 18, 7pm-9pm. Tix: $30/p+
you gotta try some sinclair street candy
Thane Chambers and Jason Webb make an amazing peanut butter brittle. “It’s a soft brittle with some addictive qualities,” says Thane. Roger that. It’s so delicious, you will have a hard time stopping at one piece. They make it in their home in central Edmonton in three sizes: 3oz ($6), 1/2 lb box ($15) and a 1 lb box ($25). They both have demanding full time jobs but do occasionally appear at farmers’ markets, including the St Albert Market this Saturday, August 19, as well as September 16 and 30. While you are picking up boxes of brittle ask for a taste of whatever they are working on. Caramels maybe? Or peanut butter taffy. Yum.
beb’s bagels at chartier brunch this weekend!
It’s no secret we are big fans of Beb’s Bagels. So are the folks at Chartier (#102 5012, 50 Street, Beaumont). They are featuring Beb’s in a toothsome croque madame on the Saturday, August 18 and Sunday, August 19 brunch menus. Pick up some Beb’s to go too, and the tangy scallion cream cheese. Reservations always recommended, or 780-737-3633.
culina millcreek throwback dinner at culina at the piazza
Once upon a time (2004) the Millcreek neighbourhood was home to an amazing resto called Culina, by chef Brad Lazarenko. For 12 years guest enjoyed delicious food in that charming location as well as Bibo Wine Bar next door. Culina has moved on, to the Oliver Exchange Building, and has just opened a catering kitchen and event space at The Piazza (10821-95 Street). The throwback dinner, 6pm, Thursday, August 24, will revisit the Millcreek menu’s greatest hits (such as beef with chocolate blue cheese sauce and the phyllo-wrapped goats’ cheese with tomato chutney.) Tix: $59/p all in + cash bar.
dog days of summer at the canadian liquor store
Come taste something delicious at the Dog Days of Summer event, at the Canadian Liquor Store (101 18003 105 Avenue) from noon to 4pm on Saturday, August 26 and enjoy a 15 per cent discount on purchases.
mandy’s garlic is ready and it’s fantastic
Mandy grows beautiful garlic (among other things). Check out the Meadow Creek Farm’s website for farm boxes, meats, eggs and of course garlic. Text 780-650-2047 or email to order and arrange a time to pick up. Directions are on the web site.
charcuterie + wine + cheese with meuwly’s
Join chef/owner Peter Keith of Meuwly’s and Lakeside Dairy for wine, charcuterie and cheese at Epic (10344 105 Street) on Monday, August 28, 7pm-9:30pm. Learn some tips and tricks to make the ideal board. Tix: $50/p+.
she cooks cooks on september 3
Chef Holly Hunt (She Cooks) is having a pop-up benefit for a friend on Sunday, September 3, from 3pm-7pm at Otto (11405 95 Street). Although the reason behind the fundraiser is serious, we welcome every chance to taste Holly’s food (after all, she is the bronze medallist, 2022 Kitchen Party). See you there.
help the vad program keep people thriving
Wander P3, the phenomenal volunteer-run vegetable garden, eat some great food, dance to Five on the Side and help the Smo’s raise $$$ for the Mazankowski VAD Program. On the menu: verenyky (potato pyrohy and sauerkraut pyrohy) vegetarian cabbage rolls and coleslaw (by the Ukrainian newcomer-operated Ukrainian Kitchen) and FUGE sausages. Dessert includes a special treat from JACEK Chocolate Couture. Saturday, September 9, from 6pm to sunset. Tix: $75/p++ cash bar.
barrel fest tickets on sale now
Something new and wonderful by Blind Enthusiasm—Barrel Fest. Brewers across the country are devoting time and energy to the wonders of barrel fermentation and barrel-aging and the Ritchie-based brewing company thought a celebration exploring this unique style was in order. Yes! Taste beers and ciders from Category 12 (BC), Nokomis (Saskatchewan), Low Life (Manitoba), 2 Crows (Nova Scotia) and Alberta breweries such as Annex, Blindman, Blind Enthusiasm, Cabin, Campio, Endeavour, Establishment, Grain Bin, Town Square, Trial & Ale and Uncommon Cider. Sounds like a blast. From 1pm-5pm, Saturday, September 23. Tix: $35/p+$4 pours, includes a commemorative glass.
tomato top100: awn’s apple turnovers
The apple turnovers are back at Awn, made with just-picked apples and unctuous puff pastry. What a treat.
recipe of the week: chef daniel costa’s spaghetti with raw tomatoes
This dish captures the season like no other, with fresh-off-the-vine tomatoes, chilies (it’s ok if they are still green), basil and pecorino romano.
