Eat & Drink
Edmonton's Westblock Glenora Ayco Cafe and a handful of new spots open around the city
A roundup of recent openings across Edmonton, from a second Ayco Cafe to a Korean diner and a Yemeni coffee house.
Hazeldean Bakery reopens in south Edmonton with hundreds welcoming new owners
After sitting empty for a year, the beloved south-side bakery has reopened under new ownership with former operator Lucy Lu staying on...
Paperbirch by Chartrand closing at Old Strathcona Farmers' Market after two years
Chef Shane Chartrand's Indigenous-focused cafe is winding down, but he'll continue hosting the market's Indigenous Taste of the Market...
Elio's opens on the south side with Filipino comfort food and a gathering ethos
The soft opening began October 12 at 335 Parsons Rd. SW. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. Menu runs from Bacolod chicken inasal and...
Nomiya becomes Nom on Calgary Trail: ramen shop reborn as elevated Japanese dining
After 16 years as a beloved local ramen spot, Nomiya is rebranding and reimagining itself with a refined menu still being finalized in...
Iron Hive's Alberta honey meads offer an accessible entry to an ancient drink
The Edmonton meadery stocks three regular meads made exclusively with Alberta honey, which produces 40% of Canada's supply.
Vagabond Pop-ups opens for dinner in Wîhkwêntôwin's former Wilfred's space
Chefs Christine Sandford and Roger Letourneau bring their seasonal menu and wine collaborations to 10429 121st St. NW through January.
Island Brew Coffee House closes after couple of years, citing Edmonton's small-business struggles
The Caribbean-themed coffee shop at 10802 124th St. will serve its last customers on Wednesday, Sept. 23, after operating for a couple of years.
Yves plant-based products returning to Canadian grocery shelves after discontinuation
Six fan-favourite products from the iconic Canadian brand are back in stores, marking a reversal after the company announced it was...
Canada's first Hell's Kitchen opens Monday in Enoch with Gordon Ramsay's signature dishes
Hell's Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay opens Monday, Sept. 14 at River Cree Resort and Casino near Edmonton. The opening weekend is fully...
Dumpling Fest brings world cuisines to Edmonton restaurants Sept. 23
Multiple Edmonton restaurants serve global dumpling varieties on a single evening, with early-bird tickets available until Sept. 13.
Sip Soda Co. grand opens on Whyte Avenue with free drinks for early arrivals
The popular dirty soda chain, which opened its first location in Sherwood Park last year, is expanding to Whyte Avenue with a Sunday...
