High School Graduation is a major milestone to be celebrated, especially after two years of academic performance amidst a pandemic. Our kids are resilient beings who have put in years of hard work, exam writing and fine social balance dotted with spurts of elation, tears, extra curricular schedules, mask mandates, online learning, uncertainty and senior […]
Category: Alberta
The Moose Hotel & Suites Banff: Making Memories out of Milestones
Sitting on an expansive balcony at the Moose Hotel & Suites Banff is an incredible fortune indeed. Not only due to the luxury of sweeping views and complete serenity, but because of the simple fact that we are sometimes gifted the opportunity of reflection. In this rich space of mindfulness we achieve a deeper appreciation for […]
The Ultimate Alberta Road Trip: An 1100 km Guide to the Icefields Parkway through Jasper and Banff National Parks
Alberta, pinch yourself. This your backyard. So go out and play. 2020 quarantine has put some dust on our travel wings, and as restrictions lift and regional tourism opens up, we are ready to stretch them out and shake them off! This is our favorite road trip loop down the Icefields Parkway through Jasper and […]
Brunch and Bakeries: Exploring Edmonton’s Old Strathcona Neighborhood with Alberta Food Tours
“Food is our common ground, a universal experience.” – James Beard – Food is an intricate pathway of connection, a network linking us to our emotional and physical self, our family and friends, to local businesses and global growers. Food is an indulgence, a pleasure, a vital necessity, housing the power to both heal and […]
Shadow Lake Lodge: A Back Country Hike-in Experience in Banff National Park, Canada
Deep in the heart of world renowned Banff National Park, nestled among the majestic peaks of the Rocky Mountains, lies a lush green meadow dotted by a quaint row of cabins that make up Shadow Lake Lodge. At a pristine emerald lake nearby, a fly-rod dances in the air and a family stops for a […]
Macaron 101: A Confection Class with Ollia Macarons & Tea
mac·a·ron noun: a small round cake with a meringue-like consistency, made with egg whites, sugar, and powdered almonds and consisting of two halves sandwiching a creamy filling. OLLIA MACARONS & TEA When it comes to the elusive french macaron, the popular Calgary based confectionery, Ollia Macarons & Tea, is a master. A dynamic French-Canadian duo, […]
Folk, Flavour and Fringe: A Local’s Guide to Summer Activities in Edmonton, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, isn’t your average capital. It is a destination that beats to its own unique rhythm on a drum of cultural diversity. Home to roughly 1 million residents, Edmonton is a proud Canadian hub that boasts spectacular skyline views, a dark sky preserve, a world renowned festival scene and the largest urban parkland in […]
Horsing Around: A Night of Thoroughbred Racing in Edmonton, Alberta
“There is something about the outside of a horse, that is good for the inside of a man.” -Winston Churchill- There is something nostalgic about walking the grounds of a stable, the earthy mixture of dirt and hay, manes and tails. It is the sound of hooves, the neighs and the nickers. A blow of […]
Notes from the Hill: The Edmonton Folk Music Festival
THE EDMONTON FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL For nearly four decades, music lovers have been staking a claim on the hill of Gallagher Park in Edmonton, Alberta, making the trek numerous times over the four days of the legendary Edmonton Folk Music Festival. Held every year on the second weekend in August, Folk Fest is a hand […]
Adventures in the Air: The Snow Valley Aerial Park, Edmonton, Alberta
THE SNOW VALLEY AERIAL PARK, EDMONTON Those first unsure footsteps, shaking hands, a nervous but determined face, gentle words of encouragement…. and a zip-wire so fun it needs to be crossed half a dozen times before moving on. A mix of rainbows, platforms, adrenaline inducing pathways and strategically placed rest areas suspended high above the […]