http://www.chow.com/boards/57 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:26:10 GMT Keep track of the lastest threads on Chowhound http://www.chow.com/topics/669919#5209828 raider: Going from memory, the appetizer option was divided by the number of selections requested and priced accordingly, 2, 4 or six. May have the number of portions wrong. Smoked salmon was also on the list but my wife does not eat fish and I was concerned that the flavour might affect others things she would eat. My concern, was not necessary as everything came attractively plated and divided so that for example, the ceviche, would not mix with the proscuitto, etc. The steak frites not surprisingly came with the frites in addition to the NY Strip loin and pepper sauce. My t-bone and the other grilling options were striclty a la carte. Steak alone and you ordered the wild mushrooms, fries, asparagus, mac & cheese etc. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:45:19 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669919#5209828 http://www.chow.com/topics/669930#5209804 I figure lets start the talk a little earlier this month. We have January all ready set as L2 Grill, but the consensus is not to go here in December due to Christmas at the Mall....scarey! So the discussion can start again for December. The preference is for New, but that is not always going to be possible. I would like to say, lets not go ethnic this time as we have had 2 ethnic restaurants in a row I would like to suggest the Red Star Pub. Someone mentioned that the chef there is doing some really interesting things. Also the location is central, and casual, with people being very busy during this season, popping in for a quick bite or beer & appie is possible. Any other thoughts?? Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:23:12 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669930#5209804 http://www.chow.com/topics/636983#5209801 Lettuce and cheese do not belong in tacos. Okay, maybe queso blanco, but that's IT. I have to go here. That pic JM put up looks awesome. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 18:22:30 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/636983#5209801 http://www.chow.com/topics/669926#5209756 I love their space. I am planning a dinner with friends, have not been for 6 yrs. I know that they have done a lot over overhauling of their menu. My friends are from out of town, they have been to Blue Pear & Red Ox, want to try something different. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:55:25 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669926#5209756 http://www.chow.com/topics/544041#5209738 Miss L and I went to *Delicious Thai* in Kensington for lunch yesterday. The deep fried chicken wings stuffed with pork were really nice, flavorful and very different for a Thai place. We both liked that. The chicken Pad Thai was very disappointing. It was dry, very light in color, and had an overwhelming fish sauce flavor that just wouldn't go away. Pretty sure there was MSG too, as my head began to act up almost immediately after lunch. This Pad Thai was nothing like any other I've had. Linda agreed. The service was nice and friendly. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:44:28 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/544041#5209738 http://www.chow.com/topics/669881#5209712 Hot Damn! Tubby Dog! I'd forgotten all about it. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:29:50 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669881#5209712 http://www.chow.com/topics/666189#5209670 Chowdown at refuel over Xmas, bdachow?? Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:01:32 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/666189#5209670 http://www.chow.com/topics/669879#5209666 Plus one for the Patisserie Lebeau cinnamon buns but they are as described by selena -- much more "savoury" than the gooey North American style. The ones at Solly's are pretty decent for the gooier approach, I think, and they are closer to you. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:00:52 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669879#5209666 http://www.chow.com/topics/669889#5209662 My Chocolate Tree is pretty great too -- I picked up some of their coffee-bean crisps at Make It Vancouver last weekend - yum. They also have gorgeous truffles that I would have had for Xmas giving but they are made with such good ingredients and no preservatives that they only have a shelf life of three weeks. May swing by to pick some up on the 12th... thanks for the heads up. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:58:19 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669889#5209662 http://www.chow.com/topics/568756#5209312 Hi kritafo, If you are looking for a 100% raw, organic, LEGAL cow share program, feel free to e us at RealMilkAlberta@gmail.com and we will connect you ASAP! Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:40:40 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/568756#5209312 http://www.chow.com/topics/658427#5209256 Made it to Bulk Barn today on their opening day. Very busy around 6 pm. Don't know if it was word of mouth, the Edmonton Journal article today, or all the Eastern transplants itching for some good bulk products. The store seemed a little bit smaller than those I am used to in Ontario and the Maritimes, but the selection all seemed to be there so maybe I am mistaken. Anyway, it is great that it is finally open. Cleopatra999, they did have a selection of organic products in bulk, more than they used to. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:57:50 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/658427#5209256 http://www.chow.com/topics/669101#5209235 Chambar or Vij's. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:35:56 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669101#5209235 http://www.chow.com/topics/109177#5209213 I don't think it is actually. The branding looks similar though. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 06:20:40 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/109177#5209213 http://www.chow.com/topics/669876#5209134 Not sure where to get herbs in E'ton but I would suggest cross-posting(and searching) this on Home Cooking regarding the herb blends for tea. There are a few threads going right now about homemade gifts that may also have ideas. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 05:03:01 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669876#5209134 http://www.chow.com/topics/669617#5209023 Ok,... Thanks everyone for your help and comments,... i think I'll just get a little something at Figmint,... then go to the airport,... catch up later..... Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:53:39 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669617#5209023 http://www.chow.com/topics/660299#5208968 10:00Am to 8:00Pm monday to sunday.7 Days A Week. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:22:03 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/660299#5208968 http://www.chow.com/topics/668696#5208883 I'll second Spicy Hut. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:38:49 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/668696#5208883 http://www.chow.com/topics/529027#5208603 I was about to add them, but I saw a separate thread for them. But yes, Duchess belongs on this list. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:52:38 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/529027#5208603 http://www.chow.com/topics/669760#5208601 Speaking of places off Barlow - White Spot, and Ricky's come to mind - there's also the restaurant at Coast Plaza, I've only been for Brunch though. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:51:18 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669760#5208601 http://www.chow.com/topics/668191#5208522 Cora's at Northland (breakfast) would be perfect. Just down Crowchild Trail. It can be busy but there is a great kid's play area (free!) in the same mall as the restaurant. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:01:38 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/668191#5208522 http://www.chow.com/topics/669056#5208471 I was just there last Friday with a friend for drinks and small eats. Nice place, small but great for a quiet date or catching up with a friend. We had the lamb stuffed olives, chicken confit risotto and chocolate brulee and we thoroughly enjoyed everything. I would definately be back. I think if it were in an area with a little more walking traffic the place would be quite busy but it was refreshing to be able to hear your company! Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:36:28 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669056#5208471 http://www.chow.com/topics/656658#5208077 I sooooo hope you're right!!! Thanks for the info - much appreciated as I have already booked Pourhouse and wouldn't have looked for Corner Suite again! Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:54:24 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/656658#5208077 http://www.chow.com/topics/669084#5207699 Can't wait! I only wish there were more ramen places outside of the downtown core. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:50:29 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669084#5207699 http://www.chow.com/topics/667167#5207405 Any idea if they're open on Sunday late nights too? Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:00:05 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/667167#5207405 http://www.chow.com/topics/667758#5207005 i moved to the Drive (Commercial) last spring, handy for transit (Skytrain, Hastings buses)...lots of greengrocers, diversity in restos (tho' not many "wows"), lotsa coffee shops...great option for shopping is to walk up to Hastings Sunrise (around Nanaimo)...i'm pretty happy where i wound up Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:40:24 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/667758#5207005 http://www.chow.com/topics/669373#5206990 I'm pretty sure Rio butchershop on E. Hastings (around Nanaimo) sell them Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:14:11 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669373#5206990 http://www.chow.com/topics/669036#5206758 Went to Snow Palace tonight. Great find, thanks. The "other" menu is written in English and Chinese here and is at the back of the regular menu. The very last page is all Chinese, I'll drag my son out to work through that part with me. They also have a page of group dinners. We ordered way too much. Didn't try the peking duck which makes me a highjacker. Sorry, but if the peking duck is up to the standard of the rest of the food it should be good. No crowd tonight but weekends are probably worse. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:15:00 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669036#5206758 http://www.chow.com/topics/669031#5206630 Lamb pies are $1.25 each, it's $7.50 for 6 now. Really small (open-faced, two bites), but very tasty. The hummous was good but I like tahini in my hummous and it didn't taste like it had any (or not enough). No seating, but great for a take-home meal. It was hard to find them on google, here's the info (from Canada411): More Than Meats 1403 11 Street SW 403-984-2730 Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:59:03 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669031#5206630 http://www.chow.com/topics/668492#5206593 Yes, they were HUGE, The second time we just shared the calamari and were able to finish our entrees. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:40:39 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/668492#5206593 http://www.chow.com/topics/662393#5206485 Friends of ours had breakfast there recently and highly recommend it. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:44:28 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/662393#5206485 http://www.chow.com/topics/660982#5206340 J.Manzo is correct: Abiamo roasts its coffee localy in Calgary. Coffee comes directly from growers. There is a lot of information on their website ( google: ABIAMO coffee). It is a new brand owned by two experienced people in both the coffee and restaurant business. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:21:10 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/660982#5206340 http://www.chow.com/topics/664574#5206305 Thanks for the great and detailed report miss.foodie. I mentioned earlier that I had sort of given up on Greek food here....maybe it is time to re-assess. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 01:05:50 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664574#5206305 http://www.chow.com/topics/635548#5206218 their service has ALWAYS been horrible for small tables or young (> 30-ish) people. I could go on and on about this.... if you're a table of 2, you may as well be invisible. it's been that way for years. and then there was the time when I took my boss and wife for dinner for his b-day. he is very well-educated, looks wealthy, is white, etc., and we had IMPECCABLE service. best i've ever had there. but i just don't tip when they give me crap service. and, i haven't been back there in probablly 3 years because of this. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:24:46 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/635548#5206218 http://www.chow.com/topics/669141#5205990 If you're in the NW I would recommend the Pelican Pier, I went there twice and had a good time both times. They have great fish and chips. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:59:11 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669141#5205990 http://www.chow.com/topics/669570#5205907 Sorry yes I am in Calgary. I will check out L'epicerie this weekend! Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:25:20 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669570#5205907 http://www.chow.com/topics/664445#5205695 Thanks for reporting back, and glad to hear you are planning more trips -- be sure to post again when you are coming and link to this thread to refresh the local 'Hounds' memories! Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:12:42 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/664445#5205695 http://www.chow.com/topics/666835#5205599 Galette: Much appreciated. My brother is in town tomorrow evening and staying at the River Cree so I was thinking of either Sage there or perhaps L2 Grill. We'll see. I appreciate the additional details. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:43:31 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/666835#5205599 http://www.chow.com/topics/666161#5205212 Just a tip I got from my parents recently: Because we don't have many good choices (with regards to budget friendly samosas) in Downtown Vancouver, buy them half cooked/fried (most sweet shops will sell them to you this way) and store them in your freezer. When you have unexpected guests finish them off in the oven 375 for 20 minutes and you have samosas that taste as if you just bought them freshly fried without a trip out to either little india... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:29:14 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/666161#5205212 http://www.chow.com/topics/669386#5204968 Vegetarian Italian/Carribean - intriguing. I was wondering why they were closed for a month and found the cbc story. Apparently the owner is a single mom and only had one part timer, and when the owner came down with the flu they had to close, took her the month to recover. http://www.cbc.ca/canada/calgary/story/2009/11/23/calgary-small-business-flu-vegetarian-restaurant.html Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:25:02 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669386#5204968 http://www.chow.com/topics/402806#5204386 Good to know, thanks! Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:06:11 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/402806#5204386 http://www.chow.com/topics/665165#5204149 Cactus Club at the West Edmonton Mall might suit your criteria. We went a few weeks ago on a Friday night...very busy, but the food was reasonably priced, tasty, and fairly nice space. Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:01:57 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/665165#5204149 http://www.chow.com/topics/608827#5203524 Try Bosch Kitchen centre in Edmonton. They'll mail them down if they have them. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:34:20 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/608827#5203524 http://www.chow.com/topics/108298#5203447 I have not checked out Nook but have heard really great things about Marcello's. My favourite pizza for thin crust and great toppings is without a doubt Sciué. http://tinyurl.com/yepw54b That being said, I'm not a huge meat lover (though their smoked salmon and shrimp pizza are two of my favourites) and I also don't love a lot of cheese on my pizza. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:05:20 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/108298#5203447 http://www.chow.com/topics/669327#5203319 Ethnic resturant store names just slay me. There are some things that just don't translate well. For example, The Old Bread Factory... What do you think of when someone says old bread to you? Stale.. crusty... dry...musty... ok we're getting a little off track but you know what we mean. If it didn't have the word bread in it... we might have passed it by. A closer look, we see underneath ... the original mexican style. Ok we might have something here. The Old Bread Factory #110 4211 106 st Edmonton, AB 780 466 5211 Mexian pastry in Edmonton. Ok that's different. I didn't see a lot of bread but I did see a whole lot of pastries and cookies. On the cash counter they had fried dough balls made of cheese. Let's just talk about the cookies. We had an orange-chocolate cookie which was a hard type of cookie and another cinnamon cookie called... i think Piedra.. I can't remember all I remember was there 3 fillings pineapple, strawberry or bavarian cream. They were both the size of small bread plates... Ok I guess that's were bread comes in. The Old Bread Factory. It's new. In fact only 4 months old. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:16:29 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/669327#5203319 http://www.chow.com/topics/668999#5202926 Ah, that's the one spot on Gaetz/50th that I was forgetting. Glad to hear you found somewhere to go. I'll have to give it a try myself. Today I'm off to find La Tienda Latina and see what gems it has to offer. It's be nice to find a place nearby that does ceviche so I don't need to drive down to Salsita :) Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:19:58 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/668999#5202926 http://www.chow.com/topics/538947#5202722 Thanks for the report on Fuel. Yes it will be missed - but I have great confidence that the new format will be equally good. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:23:16 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/538947#5202722 http://www.chow.com/topics/668198#5202696 Yes for sure. I have had a lot of this type of vegetarian food. And it always tastes like it is missing something..... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:14:23 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/668198#5202696 http://www.chow.com/topics/666084#5202419 Yup that's the one. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:50:49 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/666084#5202419 http://www.chow.com/topics/616650#5202418 The only Surinamese restaurant I have been to that was not in either Suriname or The Netherlands was in NYC. food-wise it was allright, but it was more for being back in Suriname for a moment than the food itself that I liked this place: Warung Kario 128-12 Liberty Ave, Queens, NY 11419 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:49:06 GMT http://www.chow.com/topics/616650#5202418