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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.

spinach and kale

8 reasons why kale is cooler than spinach

It's undeniable, kale is better than spinach. End of story.

Oct 7, 2013

Kira Desmond's dessert at Secret Location

Pastry chef Kira Desmond keeps things sweet at Secret Location

This Vancouver pastry chef makes sure you don't overlook the dessert menu

Oct 1, 2013

Candela's

From Asia to the Americas, Candela Takes You Around the World in 40 Plates (or so)

Calgary's Candela Lounge masters global cuisine 

Sep 25, 2013

Curing a hangover with Kelly Brisson's "Whoops, I got drunk!"

Finally! The morning after answer to the popular My Drunk Kitchen web series.

Sep 20, 2013

5 ways to improve your food porn

How to take better food pictures that would make anyone drool

Sep 18, 2013

6 easier ways to manage fruits and vegetables

Amazing tips to help you prep some occasionally troublesome, but always delicious, fruits and vegetables

Sep 11, 2013

One day in Vancouver: food writer Mijune Pak

Follow Vancouver blogger Mijune Pak's recommendations on where to eat in the West Coast city.

Aug 15, 2013

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