Alberta Food Tours Inc.

Alberta Food Tours Inc. Eat Alberta first with our tours, self-guided tour Alberta Food Finder, or Alberta Cares Packages. Founded in 2006, Alberta Food Tours Inc.
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creates experiences for you to Eat, Engage and Explore Alberta like an insider. We have two Canadian Signature Experiences and operate in Calgary, Canmore, Banff and Edmonton. During the pandemic we've innovated Self-Guided Food Tour games and Alberta Cares Package Gift Boxes.

Thank you to our corporate clients who trust us with planning their corporate event.Delegate your corporate event planni...
08/28/2024

Thank you to our corporate clients who trust us with planning their corporate event.

Delegate your corporate event planning and delivery to us while you become the office hero.

Since 2006, we have been planning and hosting award-winning tours. We’re proud to have served groups like ATB, ARC Energy, Shaw, Enbridge and ATCO.

Visit our website or learn more at [email protected].


Yesterday we posted a blog about Alberta’s corn and sunflower mazes. Did you save it? We hope you get out and enjoy thes...
08/25/2024

Yesterday we posted a blog about Alberta’s corn and sunflower mazes. Did you save it? We hope you get out and enjoy these last sweet days of summer with your family. But even if you can only make it to your local farmers’ market or a side of the road corn truck, enjoy Alberta corn while you can with this recipe from A Spicy Touch, the Taste Canada and IPPY award-winning cookbook our founder Karen wrote with her beloved mentor Noorbanu Nimji 🥰
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Barbecued Corn with Cumin-scented Butter
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Fresh corn dripping with butter is one of the joys of summer. Adding a little cumin just takes it up a “nob” or two.
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6 fresh cobs of corn
4 Tablespoons soft butter
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
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INSTRUCTIONS
1. Boil corn until fork tender-about
7 minutes.
2. Mix the butter, cumin, pepper and salt together.
3. Place the cooked corn on a hot grill, baste with the butter mixture and turn to coat and char all sides.
4. Serve hot with your favourite main.
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For the month of September, we are offering 20% off our newest tour - ICONIC Eats of Calgary.Use the code IconicFoodie t...
08/21/2024

For the month of September, we are offering 20% off our newest tour - ICONIC Eats of Calgary.

Use the code IconicFoodie to book your spot on this hot new tour exploring downtown Calgary and the iconic foods that make our province and city special.

Visit the link in our bio or website for more about ICONIC Eats of Calgary.

We’ve got your plans for the last few weekends of summer.How about a SELF-GUIDED food tour in Calgary’s Kensington?Just ...
08/20/2024

We’ve got your plans for the last few weekends of summer.

How about a SELF-GUIDED food tour in Calgary’s Kensington?

Just $50 lets you and up to 3 friends tour at a time that works for you.

Plus…..
📍Explore this charming foodie neighbourhood’s gems you might never find on your own.

📍You access free tastings and valuable discounts for Alberta Food Finders only.

📍Support local Alberta independent food businesses

📍Come away amazed and proud about all Alberta has to offer!

Visit the link in our bio or our website to purchase your Alberta Food Finder pass.

Happy Alberta Open Farm Days!__Enjoy the weekend and follow the suggestions in this Repost from  for some important remi...
08/17/2024

Happy Alberta Open Farm Days!__
Enjoy the weekend and follow the suggestions in this Repost from for some important reminders 🧑‍🌾

A few reminders headed into the big weekend Albertans!

Rain or shine, we’re going to have ourselves a great Open Farm Days!

On today’s   we want to introduce you to a Calgary food scene trailblazer and partner on our NEW Iconic Eats tour.Leslie...
08/16/2024

On today’s we want to introduce you to a Calgary food scene trailblazer and partner on our NEW Iconic Eats tour.

Leslie Echino, owner and operator of Annabelle’s Kitchen both on historic Stephen Avenue and in the heart of Marda Loop.

Annabelle’s is modern Italian which reflects Leslie’s roots. Everything at Annabelle’s is made fresh in-house. The menu features housemade pasta and pizza with a dynamic wine list to pair with each delicious dish.

Leslie is a trailblazer in the Calgary food scene. She has been running her own restaurants for over 20 years. It started with Stephen Avenue’s BLINK over 15 years ago. Then BLINK was re-imagined into Annabelle’s in 2020. Success for that many years has been remarkable in the industry.

Leslie puts top priority on fresh ingredients, good wine and the importance of gathering with friends and family in a welcoming space. And this is why she continues to be successful.

Join us on our NEW ICONIC Eats tour and taste the goodness of Annabelle’s - just one of four stops on this tour. Tickets are on sale now!

Join us every Friday when we feature one of Alberta’s food artisans.  It is just part of our commitment to supporting local and helping you eat like an insider.


📷: Annabelle’s Kitchen

As a member of our   community, you receive exclusive discounts on tours, first-to-know information on tours and care pa...
08/14/2024

As a member of our community, you receive exclusive discounts on tours, first-to-know information on tours and care package releases and insider knowledge on the Alberta food scene.

Join our growing community by signing up for our newsletter in the link in our bio.

**There are new offers hitting inboxes tonight!

Have you heard?  We have a new downtown Calgary Tour - Iconic Eats of Calgary.Eat the iconic foods of Calgary in the hea...
08/13/2024

Have you heard? We have a new downtown Calgary Tour - Iconic Eats of Calgary.

Eat the iconic foods of Calgary in the heart of downtown on this fully-guided tour. Absorb vivid stories of the blue sky city’s history, art, and culture while tasting 4 food and beverage pairings from stellar venues in the heart of the city’s culinary world.

Your seat is waiting.

https://albertafoodtours.ca/iconic-eats-of-calgary-food-tour/

⭐️⭐️⭐️NEW DATE ADDEDWe have added one more Sunday for the    Sweet and Savoury Strathcona  .Reserve your seat for the Oc...
08/07/2024

⭐️⭐️⭐️NEW DATE ADDED

We have added one more Sunday for the Sweet and Savoury Strathcona .

Reserve your seat for the October tour now through the link in our bio or website.

Garlic Scape season is upon us. Try this yummy Garlic Scapes Feta Dip for a zesty but refreshing appetizer. I hope you l...
08/06/2024

Garlic Scape season is upon us. Try this yummy Garlic Scapes Feta Dip for a zesty but refreshing appetizer. I hope you like it as much as my friends do.

Garlic Scapes Feta Dip is a zesty, refreshing summer appetizer that's sure to be a crowd pleaser.

This recipe for Arctic Char Tacos is adapted from the recipe for Iqaluk Tacos (contributed by Jean Fisk and Edward Atkin...
08/01/2024

This recipe for Arctic Char Tacos is adapted from the recipe for Iqaluk Tacos (contributed by Jean Fisk and Edward Atkinson) from the cookbook, Nirjutit Imaani - Edible Animals of the Sea. This is an important books for retaining Inuit cultural knowledge.

This recipe for Arctic Char Tacos is adapted from the recipe for Iqaluk Tacos (contributed by Jean Fisk and Edward Atkinson) from the cookbook, Nirjutit Imaani - Edible Animals of the Sea.

07/31/2024

We're super excited to announce our First Friday author for September 6 (I know it seems a long way away but it's just around the corner!). Karen Anderson, Calgary-based author of the fantastic and very popular cookbook Eat Alberta First, A Spicy Touch, and Food Artisans of Alberta will be our guest author (and treats might be involved). RSVP [email protected]. Hope to see you there! We have two copies left of Eat Alberta First but are bringing more in. Open 10-6. Alberta Food Tours Inc.

Repost from and kudos to our partner  •This Friday, August 2nd, beat the heat with your favourite ice cream AND support ...
07/31/2024

Repost from and kudos to our partner

This Friday, August 2nd, beat the heat with your favourite ice cream AND support those affected by the Alberta wildfires...⁠

On August 2nd, proceeds from all sales (from all MBM scoop shops) will go directly to the Canadian Red Cross 2024 Alberta Fires Appeal. The Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta will be matching all donations so that every $1 donated will become $3 to support those affected by the wildfires.⁠

Donations to the Canadian Red Cross will be used for assisting those impacted in Jasper and other affected areas in Alberta with immediate and ongoing relief including financial assistance, support to evacuees and the communities hosting them, recovery and resilience efforts in response to the wildfires, as well as supporting community preparedness and risk reduction for future all-hazard disaster events within Alberta.⁠

For more information or to make a direct donation, please visit the link in the bio.🍦💙

Keeping with our garlic theme this weekend, our recipe share this week is a recipe from Kristin Graves’ new book The Gar...
07/28/2024

Keeping with our garlic theme this weekend, our recipe share this week is a recipe from Kristin Graves’ new book The Garlic Companion. Enjoy!
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Garlic Confit Flatbread
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INGREDIENTS
1 (10-inch) flatbread (homemade or store-bought)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
6 slices prosciutto
1/4 cup cloves from Garlic Confit
1/4 cup Saskatoon berries cup arugula
1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese
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INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Spread the oil on the flatbread.
3. Layer the prosciutto over the flatbread. Arrange the garlic and berries evenly on top. Add the arugula and sprinkle on the parmesan.
4. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the cheese has melted and browned.
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NOTE: Excerpted from The Garlic Companion © by Kristin Graves. Used with permission from Storey Publishing. Photo credit for all of the images is: Photography by © Michael Piazza Photography/SAINT LUCY Represents.

Our own Karen Anderson will be hosting the launch of Kristin Graves' new book, The Garlic Companion on October 1 at The ...
07/28/2024

Our own Karen Anderson will be hosting the launch of Kristin Graves' new book, The Garlic Companion on October 1 at The Cookbook Co. Cooks in Calgary. Get your tickets and more information below. This event will sell out quickly.

Author Kristin Graves will be in attendance. Event hosted by Karen Anderson of Alberta Food Tours. Event Type:  Book Launch Price:  $45 per person, includes a copy of The Garlic Companion by Kristin Graves Availability: Available Event Description: In The Garlic Compa

On this week’s Food Artisan Friday we celebrate Kristin Graves and her upcoming book, The Garlic Companion. __It was her...
07/26/2024

On this week’s Food Artisan Friday we celebrate Kristin Graves and her upcoming book, The Garlic Companion.
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It was her IG account that led Storey Publishing of Boston to invite her to write The Garlic Companion. “An editor sent me a direct message two years ago after seeing photos of me with THE gold dress and the garlic wall. I called it my garlic glam shot. They asked if I would like to write a book and I said yes I would love to!”

Lots of photography and writing later Kristin says, “The book is so much more beautiful than I thought it would be. It’s a love story about garlic and our farm and it made me cry.” She worked with 2 different photographers. Local talent D**g Kim for harvest photos and then, Storey Publishing sent Michael Piazza from Boston for long days and an epic farm to table dinner including lights, music, and a barbecue for friends and family. All the cooking, styling, and food photography for the recipes was then done in Boston.

Kristin did a lot of research. “I learn best when things don’t work out. I was able to share a lot of problem-solving and there’s lots of growing information and history. And, there’s finally a place for me to include all my fun facts that people didn’t know they didn’t need to know!”

The book features dozens of contemporary recipes that highlight the qualities and flavors of garlic in all its delicious forms—from Garlic Scape Refrigerator Pickles to Honey Garlic Ribs to Black Garlic Chocolate Chip Cookies. The whole glorious thing is a reflection of the Garlic Goddess herself.

Preorder The Garlic Companion via Watch for launch events this fall. And, check back this Sunday when we’ll share a fun recipe from the book.
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You've asked for it. Here it is, a new food tour! Join us, starting September 7th, and eat the iconic foods of Calgary i...
07/25/2024

You've asked for it. Here it is, a new food tour!

Join us, starting September 7th, and eat the iconic foods of Calgary in some of its most iconic settings. Yes, this tour is so ICONIC we are calling it Iconic Eats of Calgary.

This is a fully-guided tour, with stories of the city’s history, art and culture with 4 food and beverage pairings from ICONIC venues in the heart of Blue Sky City.

Reserve your seat now!

The link is in our bio or visit our website.

Alberta garlic farmer, Kristin Graves, and Storey Publishing, are releasing The Garlic Companion this September. Get all...
07/25/2024

Alberta garlic farmer, Kristin Graves, and Storey Publishing, are releasing The Garlic Companion this September. Get all the details here.

Kristin Graves, author of The Garlic Companion, has blossomed into an artful, graceful, knowledge-keeper. With generosity, she shares all she's learned about garlic from planting to cooking (and eating), storing, and crafting. With fortitude and femininity, she's made herself and her crop useful and...

Repost from •A reminder that Banff National Park remains open to visitors, and a fire ban is in effect.While there is so...
07/24/2024

Repost from

A reminder that Banff National Park remains open to visitors, and a fire ban is in effect.

While there is some smoke in the area, there are no active wildfires within the vicinity of Banff and Lake Louise at this time - we are open and safe to visit.

Smoke conditions change quickly depending on wind direction so we encourage you to view the park webcams for real-time conditions.

You can view the park webcams around Banff National Park via the link of our bio 🔗

You can stay informed and plan ahead with these helpful resources:

ℹ - Follow for local updates.
ℹ - Check 511Alberta for AB road closures.
ℹ - Visit for wildfire updates.
ℹ - Visit our website for more information.

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Have you subscribed to our newsletter yet?Our latest issue hits inboxes tomorrow. Get on the list now to hear the latest...
07/23/2024

Have you subscribed to our newsletter yet?

Our latest issue hits inboxes tomorrow. Get on the list now to hear the latest Eat Alberta First updates from Karen.

Subscribe through the link in our bio or through our website now.

This     for Rhubarb BBQ Sauce comes from Andrea Kristin’s new book, Fresh Grown – The Essential Guide to Use, Store, an...
07/21/2024

This for Rhubarb BBQ Sauce comes from Andrea Kristin’s new book, Fresh Grown – The Essential Guide to Use, Store, and Make the Most of Your Vegetables.

I love all things rhubarb and am excited to use this sauce on my next grilled pork chops or along with some ribs. Rhubarb is a beloved Prairie garden staple, the first fruit that is usable every spring and an incredibly versatile ingredient.

RHUBARB BBQ SAUCE
Just when you thought you’d maxed out on all the ways to use your rhubarb, this tangy sauce comes strolling along and renews the love.

Yield: 4 cups
INGREDIENTS
4 cups chopped rhubarb
4 cloves garlic
Drizzle of olive oi
1 cup water
⅔ cup brown sugar
3 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar
6 Tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon Dijon
1 Tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch cayenne

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 350℉.
2. Toss the rhubarb and garlic in the olive oil and spread on a baking sheet.
3. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes or until soft.
4. Transfer to a food processor and add the water, brown sugar, vinegar, tomato paste, Dijon, chili powder, paprika, salt, ginger, and cayenne and pulse until pureed.
5. Transfer to a small pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat the reduce to medium-low and simmer simmer for 10 minutes, adding more water if needed for consistency.
6. Cool and then refrigerate for up to a week.

On this week's   Insider List, we have some of the best patios in the province for your pup to enjoy.We are 'rabid' dog ...
07/20/2024

On this week's Insider List, we have some of the best patios in the province for your pup to enjoy.

We are 'rabid' dog lovers here at Alberta Food Tours. These patios are some of our favourites from Edmonton, Calgary and the Bow Valley area.

If you have a favourite that isn't on our list, please comment below so we have another place to explore this summer.

Read more through the link below.




https://albertafoodtours.ca/blog/12-alberta-restaurants-with-dog-friendly-patios/

On this   we want to congratulate one of our favourites - Andrea Kristin.Andrea just released her new book, Fresh Grown ...
07/19/2024

On this we want to congratulate one of our favourites - Andrea Kristin.

Andrea just released her new book, Fresh Grown – The Essential Guide to Use, Store, and Make the Most of Your Vegetables.

Andrea and her husband Denis Forstbauer run Grey Arrow Farm and have almost a decade’s experience as market gardeners and CSA operators on this completely organic property near Camrose, Alberta. As the mother of five, an entrepreneur, photographer, cook, and artist, Andrea shares her tremendous organizational abilities in the new book.

There are over 50 types of vegetables featured along with:
✅insightful information on all the edible parts and how to use them.
✅practical tips for using, storing, preserving, and enjoying your fresh produce
✅creative recipes and cooking tips to make the most of your harvest
✅instructions and guidance on six ways to preserve your vegetables to enjoy them year-round.

If you live near Camrose (it’s only 45 minutes from Edmonton) plan to attend the Fresh Grown Launch Party at Fika Coffeehouse, 4803 48 St, Camrose, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024. There will be snacks and beverages and you can get Andrea to sign your book and have the chance to chat with her.

What a great way to Eat Alberta First and support a Food Artisan of Alberta.

Whether you’re joining us on tour in Banff, Edmonton or Calgary we go out of our way to give you a FIVE STAR experience....
07/18/2024

Whether you’re joining us on tour in Banff, Edmonton or Calgary we go out of our way to give you a FIVE STAR experience.

Thank you to our latest tour friend for this great review.

To join a tour visit the link in our bio or our website today.

Nestled along Main Street in Canmore you’ll find a restaurant with authentic German roots.  Today’s   is Ralph Wollman o...
07/16/2024

Nestled along Main Street in Canmore you’ll find a restaurant with authentic German roots. Today’s is Ralph Wollman of Das Schnitzel Haus.

We first met Chef when he was with Banff’s Rimrock Hotel. It was under his leadership that the Eden Restaurant earned its 5-diamond status.

At Das Schnitzel Haus Chef Wollmann’s now can use his exceptional career to share the traditional food he has always loved.

Ralph designed the menu with head chef Axel Stuebner, also a German import, who has 25 years of experience from Germany, to Austria, New Zealand and now Canada.

The interior of the restaurant is cozy and has an authentic mountain chalet vibe. And for the summer, they have added an expanded patio to dine on for lunch.

You can’t visit a schnitzelhaus without having the schnitzel. It’s a must and you won’t be disappointed. And don’t leave without trying one of the restaurant’s in-house desserts. Our guests give rave reviews to the apple strudel.

We are proud to partner with Das Schnitzel Haus on our private and corporate tours in downtown Canmore. To schedule yours send us an email to [email protected] or visit our website today.

What do you think? Should Alberta Food Tours hold a contest and giveaway some goodies this Food Day Canada on August 3?W...
07/15/2024

What do you think? Should Alberta Food Tours hold a contest and giveaway some goodies this Food Day Canada on August 3?

We think so! Canada’s food should definitely be celebrated. Stay tuned for details 🥰

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Anyone can participate in Food Day Canada, all you have to do is celebrate Canadian food!

A few ideas:
🧑‍🌾Visiting a farmers market and creating a delicious meal with the ingredients you buy
🍝Having a meal at a local restaurant that uses Canadian ingredients
🧀Visiting a local farm or food producer to learn about where our food comes from
📖Reading a cookbook written by a Canadian author and giving a new recipe a try
🧠Having a debate with your friends over the definition of Canadian cuisine
📺Watching a Canadian show about food
🍻Visiting a local brewery, winery or distillery
📱Sharing stories about Canadian food on social media (make sure you use )

Food Day Canada is on August 3, 2024. We can’t wait to see how you choose to celebrate!

Quinoa Salad - our weekend recipe share is a delightful dish our friend chef Kyle Maier of  made for our team retreat. E...
07/15/2024

Quinoa Salad - our weekend recipe share is a delightful dish our friend chef Kyle Maier of made for our team retreat. Everyone loved it and it’s a great way to eat the abundance of market or garden produce right now ☺️Enjoy! And, huge thx to Kyle for sharing 🙌
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Makes: 6 servings. Multiply as needed.
Takes: 15 minutes prep. 30 minutes cooking time.
Description: This hearty, yet light, vegan quinoa salad is delicious any season.
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Ingredients:
1 cup red quinoa
1¾ cups vegetable stock
1 teaspoon salt- divided
1 teaspoon pepper- divided
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 red pepper, diced
2 large carrots, diced
1 red onion, diced
1 zucchini, diced
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 (13.5 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
3 cups fresh spinach or kale leaves, roughly chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
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Instructions:
1. Combine the quinoa, vegetable stock with ½ a teaspoon of both salt and pepper in a medium pot. Bring to a boil on high heat then cover and reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes.
2. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes more. Then, remove the lid and fluff with a fork.
3. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large frying pan on medium heat and add the red pepper, carrot, onion, zucchini, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft and then add the black beans, chickpeas and the remaining salt, pepper, and thyme, oregano, and smoked paprika.
4. Scoop the finished quinoa into a large serving dish then add the sauteed vegetables and fresh chopped spinach or kale tossing to combine.
5. Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over, add the zest and toss again. Taste and adjust the other seasonings as needed.
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This recipe for Rhubarb BBQ Sauce comes from Andrea Kristin's new book, Fresh Grown – The Essential Guide to Use, Store,...
07/14/2024

This recipe for Rhubarb BBQ Sauce comes from Andrea Kristin's new book, Fresh Grown – The Essential Guide to Use, Store, and Make the Most of Your Vegetables. Don't you just love all things Rhubarb?

This recipe for Rhubarb BBQ Sauce comes from Andrea Kristin's new book, Fresh Grown – The Essential Guide to Use, Store, and Make the Most of Your Vegetables.

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