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Waalflower VIP Sneak Peek

3 / 2 / 19

Waalflower Restaurant Calgary When Waalflower Kitchen and Cocktails opens its doors to the public on March 5, chances are good it will be the Cocktail part of their name that will lure you in. Their approach to modern mixology brings you combinations you may have never sipped before, like this Gardener’s Tonic cocktail with butterfly pea flower. But, when asked to make a not-so-hipster Pink Lady (not pictured because I immediately guzzled it with gusto), they are ready for any #cocktailchallenge. Don’t try this at home, kids. Simply because it won’t taste as good.Waalflower Restaurant CalgaryLook up from your glass, and you may notice there’s something… familiar about this place. The location at the bottom of Edmonton Trail, in the old Waal building (kudos on the cheeky name, Waalflower), used to be the home of Whitehall, and home to many good times. Now, with new decor and more generous approach to the space around the bar, it appears that the good times are about to return.Waalflower Restaurant CalgaryJust when you wondered if there were any reporters left in the world of media conglomeration (perhaps you don’t, but it’s a topic I think about all too often), Calgary’s foodie media showed up in full force, ready to see if Waalflower would bring it, beyond the purple drinks. Hi Shelley!Waalflower Restaurant CalgaryIt was time for me to take my seat. And take a picture to prove my selfie-averse self was actually there.Waalflower Restaurant CalgaryWe were started off with a scrumptious creamy schmear.Waalflower Restaurant CalgaryLamb meatballs, meet my tummy.Waalflower Restaurant CalgaryTuna and smoked trout? Check.Waalflower Restaurant CalgaryEggs for dinner? Yes. Especially when paired with Beef Merguez Sausage en Cocotte with dates and cilantro.Waalflower CalgaryThe barramundi with orange, arugula and caponata sauce was delicious but difficult. If you order it, be prepared to de-bone your bites. Preferably before they reach your mouth. I haven’t cultivated this mediterranean talent, and my fabulousness as a fine diner suffered during this course.Waalflower YYCMeanwhile, the roasted chicken with spinach, lemon potatoes and garlic tzatziki offers a satisfying stick-to-your bones large entree with less complications.Waalflower Restaurant Calgary  After dinner, it only made sense to head back to the bar, where the VIP preview had reached another level. As appropriate for any party influenced by copious amounts of cocktails. CBC’s David Gray of the Eyeopener (see if you can spot him in the blissed-out blur of this action shot) had an early morning wakeup call, though, so he resisted the repeat siren call of Bar Manager JD Darnes (hunched over his next concoction on the right).Waalflower Restaurant Calgary , Thomas Keeper, Tink Real Estate, Mike O'ConnorMike O’Connor, of Calgary Stampede Rodeo Committee fame, and Thomas Keeper of Tink Real Estate (and reality tv star, but that’s another story) epitomize the dichotomy of Calgary’s fashion story:  you can’t go wrong with sleek city style or cowboy chic. Both are always apropos.Waalflower Calgary Of course, you can never control it. Any good party anywhere always ends up in the kitchen. Welcome to the neighborhood, Waalflower! And thanks for the wonderful evening. Blue Besos

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Calgary Chef in New Netflix Show

11 / 13 / 1811 / 13 / 18

Chef Darren MacLeanCalgary chefs have put cowtown on the map in a slew of TV shows. We boast a high ratio of iron chefs, and last year Nicole Gomes took home $100k and the title of Top Chef, from the all-star season.

Now Chef Darren MacLean, seen above at his scrumptuous Shokunin restaurant in Mission, is one of the contenders on The Final Table — Netflix’s first foray into the dazzling world of chef-driven cooking competitions, complete with intimidating judges. The Final Table premieres on November 20.

The premise?  24 chefs vie to impress the world’s toughest palates as they whip up iconic dishes from nine nations in this star-packed competition. And yes, in classic Netflix style, you’ll be able to binge-watch it — all 10 episodes will be posted at the same time. Just in time for American Thanksgiving, for our friends to the south who will be in the ultimate food mood.

Get a seat at Shokunin for while you still can. It may become crowded with binge-watchers looking to binge-eat Chef Darren’s yummy yakitori. As he says in the trailer, being the final chef at the table “would absolutely change everything.” Check it out to cheer Chef Darren on!

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Have a Cocktail for Charity

10 / 25 / 18

Smokey The Pear Cocktail at The Wednesday Room

It’s not even Halloween yet, but I’m going to go there: are you ready for the holiday season? Don’t be disgruntled by my jumping the gun — my mention is motivated by a good cause… and a good drink.

Meet the beverage that gives back: Smokey the Pear. A swirling of spiced pear juice made in-house, spiced bitters, white rum, Cointreau, yuzu and egg white, every purchase of this concoction will provide $1 toward Closer to Home’s Adopt-A-Family program in Calgary.

Sip this smokeshow November 1 through December 15 to feel good about your seasonal swilling. At the Wednesday Room on Stephen Avenue. Cheers!Blue Besos

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Hockey Doc will be Closing Gala at Calgary Film Fest

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Superstar goalie Grant Fuhr is one of those people who was a high achieving partier. He’s featured in the new movie, MAKING COCO: THE GRANT FUHR STORY. Plus the Calgary Polo Club has a VIP tournament coming up. But if you’re feeling more farm than fancy, AB Open Farm Days is for you. Details in the vid! Don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube.

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Calgary Stampede Highlights 2018 + More YYC News

7 / 19 / 187 / 19 / 18

It’s not too soon to revel in the memories, is it? Highlights from the 2018 Calgary Stampede (mostly off-grounds, at the invite-only parties) plus Mexico – Canada polo news, Packwood Grand, and more!

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Partying with Brett Wilson & Brett Kissel for charity

7 / 4 / 18

When Brett Wilson invites you to a party at his home, you go. Not only because you’re going to be thirst-quenched and well-fed, but because the entertainment is always amazing. Brett Kissel was just one of the incredible talents on stage at the annual #OMGP Garden Party.Besos

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Kevin Hart & Other Cool Things Happening in Calgary right now

6 / 7 / 18

The title of this post kinda totally gives it away, but guess who’s coming to Calgary? There are still tickets left for Kevin Hart’s Irresponsible Tour, which has sold out in many of the other stops. Plus I’ll give you a tour of a $2.4 Million in Altadore and reveal the flower power of Fleurs de Ville at Cross Iron Mills. Enjoy the video!Blue Besos

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The Latest from Blue Besos TV!

5 / 31 / 18

In this update I showcase a cool time-lapse of WestJet’s new low-cost carrier, Swoop, getting branded in bright pink, delicious moments from Chef Meets BC Grape — the Calgary edition — as well as the 1000-mile diet (yes, you read that right) of the Calgary Zoo’s new pandas. Besos

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First Ride of Spring with the Ponies

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I took advantage of the summer-like weather earlier this week to take the ponies out for a little spring training. We’re easing into it.Blue Besos

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PANDA-monium at the Calgary Zoo

5 / 12 / 18

What is it about pandas that is so irresistibly cute? I went to the opening of the Panda Passage at the Calgary Zoo to find out. Oh, and did you know Richard Branson is coming to Calgary? So is a new direct flight, just for summer. xx

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