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BEST FRENCH RESTAURANTS IN CALGARY?
Fleur de Sel - great food -, although it is more on the pricey side. I recently went to Brasserie Kensington, which has a very French menu. The food was good and fine, but it isn't the best I've had, for sure.
Downtown Calgary toddler-friendly
We took our almost-2-year-old to Borgo and had a fine time with it. They were quick to grab the highchair and the service was fast (we got there about 5pm). The family style approach works well with a toddler, I think.
Fresh Kitchen
Yikes. We usually only get the Friday Dinners and have never had a problem, aside from maybe just not liking something (sometimes, they have weird salads). Hmm. Hopefully we will keep having good experiences.
Anybody heard about Borgo Trattoria yet?
I was just there yesterday, and there was plenty of Cincheti (small bites) on the menu. However, I was there for dinner. Maybe it is different in the daytime between 2-5.
Anybody heard about Borgo Trattoria yet?
We went there over the weekend and I loved it. The concept of building your meal up is great, because you can eat as much or as little as you like. I knew about the concept from reading this board, but the servers explain it to you also so no one should be surprised about how the portions work. Everything is served 'family style.'
The food is superb. Flavourful, delicious, earthy. The arancino (risotto balls) are great - I could have eaten a whole bag of those! The bucatini was fabulous - gorgeous fresh basil with wonderful sauce. We were scraping the bowls. The mains (veal/steak) were great. Again, not large in and of themselves, but they go well when you build the rest of the meal around it.
The service was kind and efficient. The prices are good. We had a great meal for a very reasonable price, especially by Calgary standards. It is nice to see top quality food at fair prices.
This is a great addition to the city and I hope they keep up exactly what they are doing.
Fresh Kitchen
I have been going to this place for years now and I really like them. Yesterday, we had their Thanksgiving meal (24.99/pp) - everything was great - from the butternut squash soup to the pumpkin pie. We have their Friday night dinners regularly and, minus the occasional misfire, they are a delight. I love their concept and I hope they stick around.
What's up with this place (Calgary)?
I drive by it all the time and it doesn't exactly look busy. It's a good spot, though - someone open up a little bistro, please!
Chowhound Board Challenge! Fantastic meals under $8!
A sandwich from Janice Beaton. $7.50?
Palm Springs Family Friendly
We are planning a trip to Palm Springs this fall with our almost-2-year old. My husband and I have been there several times, so are familiar with many of the restaurants. However, we may dine out a few times with the toddler. Any recommended places? We were thinking the Adobe Grill, perhaps?
Also, we need recommendations for very good take-out. Ideally, gourmet take out. We will be staying in Palm Desert, at the Marriott Desert Springs. Thanks.
Piq Niq
I have been several times over the years, maybe only 1X in the last year or so. It has always been a lovely place to spend an evening.
Notable reservations
Ah, you're probably right - it's the best way. I just get annoyed when I want to reserve a table and cannot! (I sometimes dine with people who are not willing to "chance it"). Appreciate the clarification.
Notable reservations
I have been to Notable a few times and have liked it. However, every time I call for a reservation - no matter how far in advance - they tell me that their allotment of reserved tables is full. I find this a bit suspicious. Do they have some business plan to avoid reservations and cater to walk-in traffic?
ISO the best sandwich in YYC
Janice Beaton has really great sandwiches. This week, I had one with brie, bacon, & caramelized onions (with a side of coleslaw) for 7.50.
Hannis for take-out?
I live in the MRU area and happened to see a take-out menu for Hanni's in the mailbox. Is it any good?
Very good restaurant in Calgary?
Perhaps look into Il Sogno, which has wonderful food, low lighting, and is quite romantic (I think). Rush is also good, but 'trendier'. If you get a booth at Rush, it can be romantic. Rouge is a converted house, with a fireplace, so it is romantic, too.
Il Sogno
I have been several times, although not in the last year. All of the times I have gone, it has been superb.
Halifax - Gourmet delivery?
My brother attends Dalhousue/lives in residence. I would like to have a gourmet basket delivered to him - I was hoping for cheese....?
Noble in Calgary?
Looking at the hours - I assume they are open for brunch on weekends? Does anyone know?
Brava Bistro Disappoints
I have found the service to be uneven, as well. Sometimes spectacular, other times quite slow and inadequate.
Wedding Cakes in Calgary
Yann Blanchard (now of Yann Haute Patisserie) did our wedding cake when he worked at the Palliser Hotel. It was delicious and beautiful. Although I have never had a wedding cake from Brulee, they do wonderful things and I am sure they would do a good job for you, as well.
Calgary Easter brunch?
What would be the best option for a family brunch on Easter? I was thinking of River Cafe, but any other ideas?
Piq Niq Calgary
I haven't been since Fall 09, but been many times overall. Always reliable, good spot.
yann haute patisserie opens tomorrow
My husband & I had a "macaron-off" - compared Yann's and M side by side. Yann won. Less sweet, more subtle flavours.
Brunch around Aspen Woods/Strathcona?
We are going to be in this area on Sunday and would like to have a decent brunch/lunch. We'd normally go to Beltline/downtown, but we will have a time constraint. Any ideas?
Baby friendly in Cgy?
My husband and I were once avid restaurant goers....and then we had a baby! She is six weeks old now, and I would like to hear about any experiences people have had with "baby friendly" restaurants. I am a native Calgarian and been pretty much everywhere, just not with a baby. Obviously, I know places like Capo are out of the question. On the other hand, I don't want to eat at Boston Pizza. We went to Belmont for brunch and they were very nice ...any other ideas? Thanks.
