I was tempted to write a “36 Hours in Calgary” post but then I realized I spent nearly the entire time in big sky country eating and imbibing so I wouldn’t have much insight to offer on topics beyond indulging. So, after four days in Calgary, here are my hot takes on must-visit restaurants and…
Lifestyle
Midcentury Modern Bedroom Makeover
I am very excited to welcome you to my first ever home decor post on the Taste & Tipple blog! YAY! When I founded the blog back in 2017, I always hoped to speak to both food and lifestyle. In the past two years, food has certainly dominated the content aside from the occasional gift…
Best 2019 Advent Calendars
I took a poll on Instagram to see when people were ready to start seeing holiday content on the blog and several of you felt strongly that nothing should start until after November 1st, others felt after Remembrance Day was more appropriate. All the while, my gift guides from 2018 and 2017 have been steadily…
Restaurant Review: Eldorado Taco
Eldorado Taco opened at 170 Preston Street back in April and has been serving up sophisticated spins on Mexican street food ever since. The restaurant is the first non-pizza concept from owner Anthony Balestra, of the eponymous Anthony’s Pizza. Brendan Cullen, formerly of Riviera, El Camino, and Fogo Island Inn is at the helm in…
Best Happy Hours Downtown Ottawa
Listen, we all need to blow off some steam after a long day’s work from time to time, and sometimes we just want a little social lubricant to hear what our colleagues REALLY think about that new hire. Regardless of your motivations, I’ve rounded up the best happy hours in downtown Ottawa, so you can…
Review: GoodFood Meal Kit
As the cult of convenience continues to dictate our choices as consumers, meal kits are quickly gaining ground in Canada. According to Abacus Data polling from September 2018, 1 in 5 Canadian millennials had already subscribed to a meal kit at one point or another and 1 in 3 were planning to try one. Meal…
Last-Minute Gifts for Your Valentine
I know, you’re thinking, “Shit, it’s Monday and Valentine’s Day is on Thursday and I haven’t gotten anything for the love of my life.” In my case, the love of my life is myself and you really don’t need to worry about how often I treat myself, “You’re worth it” is pretty much my mantra….
Top 10 Recipes of 2018
2018 has been the first full calendar year of the blog. It has been an exciting year for change and growth. I’ve learned a lot along the way and have enjoyed engaging with you throughout this journey. I have some exciting things planned for 2019 and hope you’ll come along for the ride. Looking back…
2018 Stocking Stuffers
What is more fun than little mini gifts to delight your friends and family with? As an only child, I have to confess to having two stockings when I was growing up. I was definitely overindulged when it came to gifts. It’s always fun to see how many presents you can stuff into a stocking…
2018 Gift Guide for the Home Cook
All right, you’ve scratched the mixologist off your list, up next we have the home cook. This gift guide has something for the home cook who is just getting started, whether it’s a set of essential spices or an accessible cookbook, and other items for the more accomplished culinarian. One of my coworker’s uses an…
