Alberta Food Tours Inc.

05/01/2025

🌞✨ Get ready for a summer of delicious adventures!

Edmonton we are back with Savour Strathcona starting May 24th. 🍽️❤️ Discover new tour stops featuring a variety of culinary delights from hidden gems to local favorites in Edmonton’s vibrant Old Strathcona.

In Calgary the popular market tour returns to Calgary Farmers Market West. Dive into fresh, local flavors as we explore the amazing offerings at this beautiful market. Meet passionate vendors and taste the best that Alberta has to offer! Starting May 25th.,

📅 Sign Up Now! Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Click the link in our bio to reserve your spot for an unforgettable summer filled with flavors.

04/29/2025

🌟 Are you part of the Eat Alberta First community yet?

Get ready for our latest issue, dropping in inboxes tomorrow! 🎉 It’s got a fresh new look and feel, but don’t worry— it’s still packed with the same awesome content you love.

Sign up now through the link in our bio and join the fun!

04/27/2025

Who remembers this 1980s brunch mainstay? The B-E-T-C-H. Bagel-Egg-Tomato-Cheese-Ham .

Our favourite come from in in and in .

Great for or any day.

04/26/2025

🌷 Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day in Alberta? Look no further. We’ve curated THE ultimate list of Mother’s Day foodie activities just for her. 🍽️

Indulge in gourmet brunches, exciting cooking classes, gin-making workshops, and unique food tours to satisfy her cravings. 🌸✨

And don’t forget to check out our special Mother’s Day offer on gift certificates at the end of the blog! 🎁

Explore all the delicious ways to make this Mother’s Day unforgettable. Link in bio! 💖

04/25/2025

🌟 Spotlight on The Better Baker! 🌟

This week, we’re thrilled to feature The Better Baker in Edmonton as our 🥐✨

Meet Vinny Rozhdestvensky, the passionate owner pouring his heart into every loaf and pastry. At The Better Baker, it’s all about quality and community—every bite tells a story of love for baking.

Vinny prioritizes locally sourced ingredients and traditional methods, crafting delicious, wholesome baked goods that strengthen community ties. Everything is made fresh daily, with slow-fermented breads for ultimate flavor and pastries made with real butter.

Join us on the Savoury Strathcona food tour to taste Vinny’s famous sourdough bagels as part of your 5-stop adventure!

New days, new routes, and new tastings await you! Grab your seat through the link in our bio or on our website.

Support local and treat yourself to these handcrafted delights! 💕

04/22/2025

🌟 Attention, food enthusiasts! 🍽️✨

This weekend, seize the opportunity to join our Iconic Eats Food Tour in the heart of Calgary! Discover the vibrant culinary scene every Saturday as we take you through both iconic restaurants and hidden gems that showcase the unique flavors of our city.

🌍🌆 With glowing reviews on Google, this tour has become a must-do for everyone who loves good food and adventure—whether you’re a proud local or just visiting!

👣❤️ Come hungry and ready to explore—let’s indulge in the deliciousness that Calgary has to offer!

📅 Seats are still available this weekend. Don’t miss out on experiencing the buzz for yourself! Book your spot now! 🍴🥳

04/22/2025

It's time to revive this classic recipe for Crunchy Bok Choy Salad. I've given it a new dressing and a few ingredients to add a bit more zip and personality.

It's time to revive this classic: Crunchy Bok Choy Salad Recipe. It's fresh, crunchy and with a new and improved salad dressing.

04/20/2025

Happy Easter to all and especially to our contest winner Ruth! She loved her Iconic Eats food tour and custom egg from Tge Chocolate Lab 🐇🐣You can join this tour Saturdays year round. Hop to it 🐇🐇🐇
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What a AMAZING afternoon we got to spend with I learned so much about Calgary and Alberta that I never knew...and got to sample great local food! I kept forgetting to take pictures because I was too busy taking it all in. It was an experience I won’t soon forget and think everybody should try and do if you can.
Thank you for the wonderful prize! 🩷
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04/18/2025

🎉✨ Happy 2nd Anniversary to “Eat Alberta First”! 🎉✨

Today, we celebrate not just a cookbook, but a vibrant tribute to the incredible food artisans of Alberta! 🥕🍞🍯 From delicious farm-fresh produce to innovative culinary creations, this book has brought together the unique flavors and stories that make Alberta’s food scene so special.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey, from the passionate chefs to the dedicated farmers, and to all the home cooks bringing these recipes to life in their kitchens. Your love for Alberta’s food culture shines through every page! 💚

Here’s to many more years of celebrating local flavors and supporting our amazing food community! 🎉🥳

04/16/2025

🐰🌟🐰 This Easter weekend, we’re serving up delicious experiences!

Join us as we explore Alberta’s amazing food scene with our two public tours:

🍽️ Iconic Eats of Calgary - Happening Saturday with a few seats still available!

🏰 Eat the Castle in Banff - Completely sold out!

🌟🌟Don’t forget, Alberta Food Finder
is always available to download and follow in both Canmore and Calgary, perfect for culinary adventures on your own!

If you have family or friends visiting, this is the perfect opportunity to show off the amazing flavors Alberta has to offer!

Check out all the details on our website or through the link in our bio. Let’s make this Easter weekend unforgettable! 🌼✨

04/16/2025

These Lean Beans and Greens are a versatile dish.They are vegan, bursting with flavour and nutrients, and can be served for breakfast, lunch, appetizer, or dinner.

These Lean Beans and Greens are a versatile dish.They are vegan, bursting with flavour and nutrients, and can be served for breakfast, lunch, appetizer, or dinner.

04/15/2025

🌟 Exciting News, !🌟

Join us for the Savour Strathcona tour starting May 24th in Edmonton! 🥳 Experience the vibrant flavors of our community as we showcase our new partners.

We’re thrilled to spotlight our latest partner, Better Baker! 🍞 Known for their mouthwatering sourdough, Better Baker will treat our guests to a taste of their highly sought-after sourdough bagels. 🥯 Trust us, you won’t want to miss this!

🌿 Seats are still available, so grab yours now and immerse yourself in the delicious culinary delights of Strathcona!

04/13/2025

I'm excited to share a Travel Guide to Mexico City (CDMX). I spent one week there and it captivated me. I'm quite sure the people, food, beauty, and activities will pull me back for the rest of my days. Do you have a list of objections in your head right now? Things like, what about the size? Isn't it crowded? It must be hard to get around....

This Travel Guide to Mexico City provides at least a week's itinerary and includes food tours, city tours, top restaurants, tacos, cafes, places to stay and amazing things to do.

04/13/2025

It’s spring. If you are going to eat lamb, this is the time to do it. This is lamb with an Alberta-influenced sauce of Saskatoons.

We have amazing lamb producers in this province. Here are just a few you can check out: , , , , and .c.ranch_solarsheepinc.

LAMBS SHANK IN SASKATOON PINOT NOIR SAUCE

Time: 30 minutes hands-on and 3 to 4 hours braising in the oven.
Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS:
1⁄3 cup olive oil
4 lamb shanks (flour for dredging them and Salt and Pepper to taste)
1 leek (mostly the white part, chopped)
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup Pinot Noir wine
1 cup beef stock
6 sprigs fresh thyme
6 sprigs fresh rosemary (plus a few smaller pieces for garnish)
2 cups Saskatoon berries (divided equally)

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat the oven to 325℉.
2. Heat a large Dutch oven on the stove on medium-high heat and then add the oil.
3. Dredge the lamb shanks in the flour and salt and pepper then add them to the hot oil and brown on all sides.
4. Add the leeks, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, wine, stock, thyme, rosemary and half the berries.
5. Scrape the bottom of the pan to remove any brown bits. Cover, place in the oven and cook for approximately 2.5 to 3 hours.
6. Remove from the oven and lift the lamb shanks to a plate, cover with foil and keep warm.
7. Place a sieve over a bowl and strain the liquids from the Dutch oven. Press with a potato masher to get all the liquid out.
8. Return the liquids to the Dutch oven, add the other cup of Saskatoon berries and heat it on medium heat until reduced to a thick sauce consistency.
9. Arrange the lamb shanks on a pillow of mashed sweet and Yukon Gold potatoes cover with the sauce and garnish with a sprig of rosemary.
10. Enjoy with a green vegetable on the side and more Pinot Noir.