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Dan Clapson

Dan Clapson (@dansgoodside) is one of Western Canada's most recognizable culinary voices. A national TV personality and co-founder of Eat North, he saw his debut cookbook 'Prairie' hit #1 on the Globe & Mail Bestsellers list in 2023. Beyond the kitchen, Dan is a cultural architect who blends food and the arts through his award-winning Blue Jay Sessions event series, the culinary-drag competition 'Sashay, Fillet!', and more. He currently splits his time between Calgary and Prague.

Two delicious and entertaining ways to support Calgary's Skipping Stone Foundation

Sipping on eggnog or beer while watching live music are two easy ways you can help out a Calgary charity in need

Dec 6, 2019

Image for Daily bite: The Ship and Anchor's charitable eggnog returns November 30

Daily bite: The Ship and Anchor's charitable eggnog returns November 30

This housemade eggnog at one of Calgary's most famous pubs raises thousands of dollars for charity each year

Nov 27, 2019

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Canada's first Time Out Market opens in Montreal

The first Canadian location of the swanky food hall chain, Time Out Market, opens its doors in Montreal

Nov 15, 2019

Image for Daily bite: Eau Claire Distillery relaunches signature Christmas gin for 2019 holiday season

Daily bite: Eau Claire Distillery relaunches its signature Christmas gin for 2019 holiday season

Frankincense, myrrh and gold aren't just for wise men, but for this holiday-themed gin too.

Nov 12, 2019

Image for Daily bite: Sheringham Distillery launches Canada's first zero-proof gin, Lumette!

Sheringham Distillery launches Canada's first zero-proof gin, Lumette!

Move over Seedlip, there's a new (and Canadian-made) non-alcoholic spirit in town

Nov 6, 2019

Image for Daily bite: Holiday cocktail pop-up "Miracle on 1st Street" returns to Calgary on November 25

Daily bite: Holiday cocktail pop-up, Miracle on 1st Street, returns to Calgary on November 25

Calgary cocktail bar, Proof, announces the return of their festive pop-up happening Nov. 25 - Dec. 24

Nov 5, 2019

Image for ICYMI: New hybrid apple to hit Canadian market by 2020, Wanuskewin Heritage Park makes history with new executive chef and more

ICYMI: New hybrid apple to hit Canadian market, Wanuskewin Heritage Park makes history and more

From Eataly's buzzworthy presence in Toronto to a Metis chef making history in Saskatchewan, these recent food news stories are not to be missed

Nov 3, 2019

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Acorn squash and Boursin frittata

Use winter squash in a new way with this simple brunch recipe

Nov 2, 2019

Image for Daily bite: Singer Ellen Doty and Monogram Coffee's 3rd annual giveback campaign launches Nov.

Singer Ellen Doty and Monogram Coffee's 3rd annual giveback initiative to launch November 8

Jazz singer Ellen Doty creates a unique holiday roast with Monogram Coffee in support of The Mustard Seed

Nov 1, 2019

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Canada's Best New Restaurants list for 2019 boasts geographic diversity

enRoute's top ten best new restaurants for 2019 start in the far west and stretch to Quebec

Oct 24, 2019