2017 Culinary Guide Lethbridge & Southwest Alberta

CUL IN A RY G UID E LETHBRIDGE & SOUTHWEST ALBERTA

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

4 | So Much To Savour 6 | Spicing it up!

8 | Casual Dining Tour Map 10 | Broxburn Vegetables & Cafe 11 | Smitty’s Family Restaurant 12 | Pub: Telegraph Tap House 15 | Wine & Dine 16 | Pizza Tour Map 18 | Luigi’s Pizza & Steakhouse 19 | Pizza Hut 20 | Top Pizza & Spaghetti House 21 | Two Guys And A Pizza Place 22 | Secrets for Salad In a Jar 24 | Premier Casual Dining Tour Map 26 | Browns Socialhouse 27 | Mocha Cabana 28 | O-SHO Japanese Restaurant 30 | Food With a Function!

32 | Something Sweet Tour Map 34 | Coaldale Bakery 35 | Crazy Cakes 36 | Making Perfect Pancakes 38 | Waterton Tour Map The Lethbridge & Southwest Alberta Culinary Guide is an annual publication of Chinook Country Tourist Association.

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Southern Alberta is a smorgasbord of fresh food and cultural flavours. A highway drive in any direction reveals farms as far as the eye can see, and influences from all over the world bring incredible diversity to the regional palate.

If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, there is a bevvy of U-Pick properties across the region where you can collect your own fruits and veggies. Everything from fresh berries and ripe tomatoes, to beans, beets, cucumbers, squash, carrots, rhubarb and more. It’s a little bit of work, but a whole lot of fun. Visit www.pickyourown.org for a listing of U-Pick farms across Alberta.

Another resource for finding local food is www.albertafarmfresh.com, an association dedicated to supporting the production of farm to market crops, herbs, meats, poultry, eggs and other specialty items.

Be sure to check out the seasonal farmers’ markets held in Lethbridge, Okotoks, Nanton, Coaldale, Magrath, Pincher Creek and other locations listed on www.sunnygirl.ca Beyond the farm there are other mouth-watering ways to experience the unique flavour of southern Alberta. Cultural festivals are plentiful, showcasing a great variety of ethnic foods that have been introduced to southern Alberta by people who have moved here from places far and wide. www.saea.ca

The Southern Alberta Food & Beverage Expo is the region’s premiere food service and hospitality event. Held each year in January, the Expo showcases southern Alberta’s top restauranteurs and suppliers.

Patrons wander leisurely from booth to booth, sampling the delicious foods and beverages that southern Alberta restaurants and liquor suppliers are known for. www.eatdrinkalberta.com Waterton Food Festival is a culinary celebration that will fill your stomach with amazing food and drink. During this festival, you can take part in many events throughout the town site all while enjoying the beauty of the Rocky Mountains. The perfect event for Foodies and Families! Experience the food festival at the end of May through the beginning of June. www.mywaterton.ca Be a part of Taste of Okotoks in July.

Sample the delicious food and drink Okotoks has to offer all while listening to live music throughout downtown and the Okotoks Art Gallery. The streets of downtown are closed off for this pedestrian-friendly event which boasts not only great food and music but an artisan market, family fun and boutique shops.

Heritage Day is among the most popular culinary events on the calendar. Held in Lethbridge every August, the event takes patrons on a worldwide epicurean tour.

Columbian, Polynesian, Jamaican, African, Hungarian, Indian, Chinese, and Latin American are just a few of the tantalizing food cultures that are typically represented.

To taste more of what southern Alberta has to offer, look into Alberta Open Farm Days – a two-day event in August when more than 70 farmers and ranchers across the province open their gates to visitors, inviting them in for demonstrations, to share information and learn more about how our food is grown.

Some of Alberta’s most talented chefs host a memorable series of farm-to-table culinary events over the weekend as well, using the freshest Alberta farm products. Visit

www.albertafarmdays.com for details.

Taber Cornfest is a renowned event that features one of southwest Alberta’s most sought after crops – the deliciously sweet and golden treat from the field that is fresh Taber corn. Why is it so good? A combination of abundant sunshine and sandy soils makes Taber corn sweeter and more flavourful than corn from anywhere else. In addition to endless cobs of fresh corn, Taber Cornfest offers a complete weekend of family fun, including a full midway, pancake breakfast, live entertainment, fireworks, and a chili cook-off.

Lethbridge Ribfest is one of Lethbridge’s newest events held in September at Galt Gardens. Unbelievable ribs, BBQ chicken and pulled pork are all served by five Ribbers. The festival features Best In Rib Competition, Kids Fun Zone, rib cutting contest, live music, craft beer gardens and more.

Facebook.com/LethbridgeRibfest Street Food can be sensational. Around southwest Alberta you will find a variety of Food Trucks offering sweet and savoury experiences. Food trucks will be found around Lethbridge’s vibrant downtown and many festivals and events in the region. Food trucks change their location daily – follow them on Facebook or Twitter to find where they will be each day.

For the most up to date event listings please refer to www.exploresouthwestalberta.ca

Spicing it up!

CINNAMON

TURMERIC

Popular uses in food: Mexican chocolate, American desserts, Middle Eastern savory dishes

Popular uses in food: Tamil cuisine, Indian curries, dyeing Easter eggs naturally and giving color to dishes

Sweet-spicy, woody

Health benefits: Regulate blood sugar, anti-infection, hormone balancer for women

PAPRIKA

Earthy, slightly bitter, peppery

Health benefits: Natural liver detoxifier, natural painkiller, and natural arthritis treatment

Varieties of paprika in heat and taste - smoky, hot-spicy, sweet, bitter

GINGER

Popular uses in food: Hungarian, Mediterranean, tomato-based sauces, egg recipes

Popular uses in food: Western sweet foods, many Asian and European cuisines

Health benefits: Antioxidant-rich, natural stimulant and energizer, antibacterial agent

Health benefits: Motion sickness cure, heartburn relief, menstrual cramp relief, cold relief

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Sweet-spicy, tangy

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TAMARIND

Smoky, nutty, earthy

Sweet, sour, fruity

Popular uses in food: Stews, soups, chili, South Asian and Brazilian cuisine

Popular uses in food: Sweet foods in African, Asian and Latin American cuisines

Health benefits: Enhance immunity, increase metabolism

Health benefits: Mild laxative, febrifuge (fight fevers), gargle to ease sore throats

CARDAMOM

CHILI POWDER

Herbal, citrusy, spicy Popular uses in food: Indian cuisine, coffee and tea flavoring, Nordic baking

Hot-spicy, smoky

Health benefits: Anticarcinogenic properties, inhibit bad microbes, antiasthma properties

Health benefits: Anti-inflammation benefits, improve digestion, control insulin levels

Popular uses in food: Chili stews, American cuisine

A sprinkle of this or a dash of that will turn your everyday food into a dish with international flair.

By adding a few herbs and spices to your kitchen collection, you can transform the ordinary into an explosion of flavours.

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CASUAL DINING “A good meal ought to begin with hunger.” - French Proverb

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Broxburn Vegetables & Café 5 Kilometres East of Lethbridge on Highway 3 1 Kilometre South on the Broxburn Road 403-327-0909 www.broxburn-vegetables.com

2 Smitty’s Family Restaurant

2053 Mayor Magrath Drive S, Lethbridge 403-320-7950 www.smittys.ca

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3 Telegraph Tap House

310 6 Street S, Lethbridge 403-942-4136 www.telegraphtaphouse.net

4 The Legendary Wing King

1515 Mayor Magrath Drive S, Lethbridge 403-394-2223 www.thelegendarywingking.com

5 Three G Eatery

1908 18 Street Coaldale 403-345-4491 www.threegeatery.ca

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Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Yates Memorial Theatre Southern Alberta Art Gallery Galt Museum and Archives Fort Whoop-Up Interpretive Centre University of Lethbridge Theatre Helen Schuler Nature Centre Coal Banks Kiosk Brewery Hill Garden

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Henderson Rose Garden Oldman River Observatory Exhibition Park Scenic Drive Tourist Information Centre High Level Bridge Casa Arts Centre Enmax Centre Alberta Birds of Prey Centre - Coaldale Gem of the West Museum - Coaldale

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Broxburn Vegetables & Café 403-327-0909 • broxburn-vegetables.com 5 Kilometres East of Lethbridge on Highway 3 1 Kilometre South on Broxburn Road

From plant to plate, Broxburn Vegetables & Café features biologically grown produce from their greenhouse. A fully licensed dining room and a covered patio with seating for up to 60 people, projects a view of extreme beauty. Homemade soups and deserts will awaken all your taste buds.

Take home some of your favourite produce from our everyday FRESH market.

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Over watering is worse than under watering. It is easier to revive a dry plant than try to dry out drowned roots.

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A 5% increase in organic material can quadruple the soil’s ability to store water.

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Water your garden early in the morning to conserve moisture loss.

Broxburn hosts a variety of events throughout the year for the whole family to enjoy including a Strawberry Fest and a Pig N Pumpkin Festival.

Dive in to the U-Pick garden and fill your own bucket with mouth-watering raspberries and strawberries.

Famous menu items include Pulled Pork Sandwich, Roasted Red Pepper Soup, Mango & Avocado Quesadilla and Broxberry Pie. CAFE HOURS May through September Mon to Sat 10:00am - 4:00pm October through April Tues to Sat 10:00am - 4:00pm

STORE HOURS Mothers Day to Thanksgiving Day 9:00am - 5:00pm

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Smitty’s Family Restaurant 403-320-7950 • smittys.ca

2053 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge MENU SAMPLES SKILLETS: Meatlovers, Texas, Sunrise, Farmer’s, Harvest, Ukrainian OMELETTES: Bacon Denver, Spinach & Swiss, Smoked Country Ham & Cheese PANCAKES: Classic Buttermilk, Multi-grain, The Hay Stack, Blueberry or Strawberry DINNER FAVOURITES: Fabulous Burgers, Chicken or Veal Parmesan, Fish and Chips, New York Steak, BBQ Chicken Dinner, Roast Beef Dinner, Liver & Onions, Wild Pink Salmon, Stir-Fry Chicken or Shrimp, Gourmet Mac & Cheese

“Smitty’s” is Canada’s largest family restaurant chain. The Smitty’s concept is particularly popular among families with small children, seniors, and travelers.

Almost all of our operations are fully licensed and a majority of them have separate lounges to accommodate a different group of customers.

SENIOR SPECIAL: Veal Cutlet, Roast Beef, Roast Turkey (Comes with soup or salad and dessert).

HOURS Mon - Sat 7:00am - 9:00pm Sun 7:00am - 8:00pm

PRICES Breakfast $8.84 - $14.99 Lunch $9 - $15 Entrées $13 - $22 Senior Special $7.99 - $12.49

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Uniquely Where to Be Telegraph Tap House 403-942-4136 • telegraphtaphouse.net 310 6 Street South, Lethbridge

MENU SAMPLES Saturday & Sunday Telegraph Weekend Breakfast 9:00am to 1:00pm

LETHBRIDGE’S FIRST & ORIGINAL CRAFT BEER HOUSE

TELLY BREKKIE: 2 eggs, 2 bacon or sausage, home cut hash browns with beverage $3.99 SHAREABLES: Baked Goat Cheese, Truffle Fries, BBQ Ribs, Heap N’ Nachos, Perogies with Wild Boar Bacon

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SANDWICHES: Reuben, Black Butte Beef Dip, Classic Grilled Cheese, Selection of Beef and Vegetarian Burgers PIZZA: Telegraph (spinach, mushroom, onion), Coalbanks • (beef, salami, pepperoni, onion, garlic, basil), Box Car (spicy ranch, chicken, bacon, tomato), Westside (goat cheese, tomato, garlic, olive oil, basil) • Child friendly everyday until 8:00 pm HOURS Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 11:00pm Fri 11:00am - 1:00am Sat 9:00am - 1:00am Sun 9:00am - 10:30pm

PRICES Shareables $18 - $22 Burgers $14 - $24 Sandwiches $10 - $20 Pizza $16

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Over 175 rotating Craft and Micro Brews on Tap including Craft Selections from Local/ Provincial and Global Master Brewers Where possible we use local suppliers. We house 32 Taps and offer Gluten Free Beers.

Located in a designated historic building in downtown Lethbridge BEER ON TAP (PINT) $8 - $15 BEER BY THE BOTTLE $7 - $10

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FREE HOT BREAKFAST WITH YOUR STAY featuring scrambled eggs, sausage and other healthy options

4081 2 Avenue South, Lethbridge | 587-425-0388 | Marriott.com/yqlfi

EXPLORE LOCAL BREWS - Local Beer Tastes Better -

1263 2nd Ave S, Lethbridge

403-715-5140

Wine & Dine

When it comes to food and wine pairings choose the wine that will best compliment your food. Some dishes are easier to select with wine than others. Wine flavours are derived from specific components such as sugar, acid, fruit, tannin, and alcohol. Foods also have flavour such as fat, acid, salt and bitter. To make the most successful wine pairing consider complementary components, richness and textures.

Pinot Grigio Pairs well with light fish dishes

Malbec A favourite with sweet and spicy BBQ

Chardonnay Delicious with fish in a rich sauce

Cabernet Sauvignon Spectacular with red juicy meat

Dry Riesling A wonderful choice with sweet and spicy dishes

Merlot An excellent complement to chocolate

Champagne Perfect with salty foods Dry Rose Complements cheesy dishes DELICIOUS DISCOVERIES

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PIZZA “You better cut the pizza in four pieces because I’m not hungry enough to eat six.” - Yogi Berra

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Luigi’s Pizza & Steakhouse 306 13 Street N, Lethbridge 403-328-5555 www.luigispizza.ca

2 Pizza Hut

1358 Mayor Magrath Drive S, Lethbridge 403-310-1010 Delivery www.pizzahut.ca

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1101 4 Avenue S, Lethbridge 403-327-1952 www.top-pizza.com

4 Two Guys And A Pizza Place 316 11 Street S, Lethbridge 403-331-2222 www.twoguyspizzza.ca

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Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Yates Memorial Theatre Southern Alberta Art Gallery Galt Museum and Archives Fort Whoop-Up Interpretive Centre University of Lethbridge Theatre Helen Schuler Nature Centre Coal Banks Kiosk Brewery Hill Garden

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Henderson Rose Garden Oldman River Observatory Exhibition Park Scenic Drive Tourist Information Centre High Level Bridge Casa Arts Centre Enmax Centre Alberta Birds of Prey Centre - Coaldale Gem of the West Museum - Coaldale

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Luigi’s Pizza & Steakhouse 403-328-5555 • luigispizza.ca 306 13 Street North, Lethbridge

Since 1974, this family owned and operated pizza and steakhouse prides itself with amazing dishes. The locals know this is the place to dine in Lethbridge.

Luigi’s North takes care in preparing juicy steaks, gourmet pizza, tantalizing pastas and classic favourites.

Take-out and city wide delivery is available.

Luigi’s offers a private banquet room and catering services for your special event.

Menu available online.

MAKING PIZZA LIKE THE PROS! Pre-heat the oven to 450 degrees or higher. Tossing the dough is a quick and fun way to stretch the dough into the desired diameter.

Choose the toppings you love but keep them to only a handful of selections. Crust should be crisp on the outside and chewy in the middle. Let your pizza cool for a few minutes before cutting. Use a large chef knife for the best cut.

Enjoy the amazing smell that will emanate from your kitchen.

HOURS Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 10:00pm Fri - Sat 11:00am - 11:00pm Sun 12:00pm - 10:00pm

PRICES Pizza $20 - $25 (14’) Pasta $10 - $13 Appetizers $4 - $20 Salads $5 - $12

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WINE/CRAFT BEER Wine $6 - $11/glass Beer $5 - $10/bottle

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Pizza Hut 403-310-1010 • pizzahut.ca

1358 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge Pizza Hut serves a lunch buffet Monday through Friday from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Hungry late evening? – Delivery is available until midnight.

The local Pizza Hut welcomes sport teams and supports local sport including the Lethbridge Hurricanes. Pizza Hut is a family atmosphere and has a menu for everyone. For your dining adventure you can even create your own pizza.

Dive into chocolate heaven with new Hershey’s Chipits Triple Chocolate Brownie - served warm and gooey!

CHICKEN WINGS COOKING TIP: Look for plump wings so they can be broiled, baked or deep fried. If you like crispy wings - cook them twice but let them cool slightly between cooking. Toss your favourite sauce on the crispy wings once they are cooked. Serve with your favourite dip. Have plenty of napkins handy! Enjoy.

Check out our Pizza of the Day offers online only at pizzahut.ca

HOURS Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 10:00pm Fri - Sat 11:00am - 11:00pm Sun 11:00am - 10:00pm

PRICES Pizza $18 - $22 (18”) Pasta $10 - $13 Appetizers $7 - $10 Salads $7.50 - $11

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Top Pizza & Spaghetti House 403-327-1952 • top-pizza.com 1101 4 Avenue South, Lethbridge

STARTERS: Chicken Wings, Nachos, Pizza Bread, Garlic Bread, Cheese Bread, Pizza Fingers SALADS: Caesar, Greek, Garden PAN PIZZA: Make your own, Philly Cheese Steak, Italian, Bacon Cheese Burger, All Meat TUSCAN THIN CRUST PIZZA: Margherita, Diavola, Prosciutto and Mushroom PANINI PASTA: Spaghetti, Tortellini, Ravioli, Lasagna Daily lunch specials from11:00am to 2:00pm Family Pack Special Weekdays

HOURS Mon - Thurs 11:00am - Midnight Fri - Sat 11:00am - 1:00am Sun & Holidays 4:00pm - 11:00pm

The finest pizza, pasta and salads in Lethbridge since 1968. Top Pizza & Spaghetti House creates its dishes with the best ingredients.

Each recipe is made from scratch.

Locally owned, our restaurant is a family establishment located in downtown Lethbridge close to one of Lethbridge’s main attractions – Yates Theatre.

PRICES Pizza $22 - $26 (12”) Pasta $12 - $16

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Two Guys And A Pizza Place 403-331-2222 • twoguyspizza.ca 316 11 Street South, Lethbridge

Recently featured on Season 4 of the Food Network’s “You Gotta Eat Here!”, Two Guys Pizza has been blazing a trail of success since it opened its doors in 2002. Named Chef of the Year & Canada’s Best Pizza for 2008 and 2012 from Canadian Pizza Magazine, among other accolades. In 2014, they won the Dalton Jordan Memorial Award for Business Excellence from the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce.

Two Guys Pizza offers delivery and take-out at all hours, and recently added a full-service dining room. They offer an impressive wine list and over 100 craft beers.

HOURS Sun - Wed 11am - 11pm Thur - Sat 11am - 1am

PRICES Pizza $22 - $25 (14”) Pasta $12 - $16 Appetizers $3 - $20 Salads $5 - $15

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Secrets for Salad in a Jar Serving a salad in a Mason Jar is a great way to have lunch on the go.

Here are a few tips to ensure your salad stays fresh.

• Place the dressing in the jar first. This ensures your salad ingredients do not get soggy.

• Next add a grain or protein. Any large items are good to add at this point as well.

• Add your favourite fixings.

Cheese, raisins, nuts, apples all add to the salad’s texture and taste.

• Add leafy greens on top – always put them in last. When you turn the Mason jar over to place into a bowl, the greens will make the salad bed.

• Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.

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PREMIER CASUAL DINING “To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.” Francois de La Rochefoucauld

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4 O-SHO Japanese Restaurant 311 4 Street S, Lethbridge 403-327-8382 www.oshojapanese.com

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Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden Yates Memorial Theatre Southern Alberta Art Gallery Galt Museum and Archives Fort Whoop-Up Interpretive Centre University of Lethbridge Theatre Helen Schuler Nature Centre Coal Banks Kiosk Brewery Hill Garden

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30-334 University Drive West, Lethbridge • 403-942-1255 10-19 Southgate Boulevard South, Lethbridge • 403-328-8700 With locations in both West and South Lethbridge, you’re never too far from your next social experience. At Browns Socialhouse we combine the best of all worlds to create a space that is as comfortable as your living room, with elevated takes on pub classics and our own signature dishes and cocktails. Lunch, dinner, late night, date night, after work drinks or weekend brunch with the family, Browns Socialhouse is the place to be, no matter the occasion! Browns Socialhouse welcomes guests of all ages, and our kitchen is open until close nightly. We look forward to socializing with you soon!

COOKING TIP: When selecting an avocado, choose one that is green and somewhat hard. Let ripen for a couple of days – the color will change when ripe and will slightly soften. Cut the avocado in half and then half again. Simply poke a knife in the side with the pit to remove. The peel will remove easily. Add to your favourite recipe, salad or sandwich.

Browns is the new black. Sit back and enjoy the unique patio and cherish fantastic memories with those you love. We are excited to offer the Browns Socialhouse Signature mix of great food, drink, atmosphere and people… come and check us out!

SOUTH LETHBRIDGE HOURS WEST LETHBRIDGE HOURS PRICES Mon – Thurs 11:00am - 11:00pm Mon – Thurs 11:00am - Midnight Lunch/Dinner Fri 11:00am - Midnight Fri 11:00am - 1:00am $10 - $25 Sat 10:00am - Midnight Sat 10:00am - 1:00am BEER/WINE Sun 10:00am - 11:00pm Sun 10:00am - Midnight $5 - $25 Brunch Served Saturday, Sunday and Holidays from 10:00am - 2:00pm DELICIOUS DISCOVERIES

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Mocha Cabana 403-329-6243 • mochacabana.ca 317 4 Street South, Lethbridge

Mocha Cabana Bistro is situated downtown in a unique heritage building that served originally as a Blacksmith shop. The building has been home to Mocha for over 13 years and features a lovely courtyard that is open for el fresco dining in the summer months. Mocha is Lethbridge’s original farm to table restaurant with a commitment to all things fresh & local. Mocha is the place to go to enjoy all the tastes of Southern Alberta making it truly a homegrown favourite.

You will fall in love with our delicious housemade soups, creative lunch and dinner specials and our tantalizing baked goods and desserts. We have live local entertainment every Friday night, all day brunch Saturday & Sundays 9:00am to 3:00pm, and a special Chef’s Three Course “Locavore” Menu on the Friday and Saturday evening on the last weekend of each month.

CAFE HOURS Mon – Thurs 11:00am - 9:00pm Fri 11:00am - 10:00pm Sat 9:00am - 10:00pm Sun 9:00am - 9:00pm Open most holidays

WHY WE USE LOCAL INGREDIENTS: We commit to all things fresh and local. We support local and serve you the highest quality of foods to tantalize your taste buds so you will remember every bite. Supporting local means we are supporting our local economy and farmers who produce the most succulent vegetables, delectable cheese, and flavourful meat. When people think of Mocha Cabana we want them to think of community because that’s what’s important to us.

Facebook.com/mocha.cabana1 Twitter.com/mochacabanacafe

PRICES Appetizers $7 - $15 Lunch $9 - $20 Entrées $19 - $27

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O-SHO Japanese Restaurant 403-327-8382 • oshojapanese.com 311 4 Street South, Lethbridge

APPETIZERS: Gyoza, Yakitori, Chicken Karaage, Ebi Kushi Sashi, Yaki Ika, Age Dash Tofu, Edamame, Tuna Tataki, Jellyfish Salad, Seaweed Salad, Spring Rolls, Salt & Pepper Squid TEMPURA: Soft Shell Crab Tempura, Prawns & Vegetables, Salmon & Prawns, Yam, Vegetable DONBURI: Chicken, Beef, Fish, Pork, Unagi SASHIMI: Tuna, Salmon, Assorted, Saba, Kaibashira, Tako, Toro, Hokkigai, Love Boat, Chirashidon SUSHI: Tuna, Salmon, Masago, Unagi, Amaebi (Raw Sweet Prawn), Ebi (Prawn Steemed), Hotategai (Scallop), Kaibashira (Chopped Scallop, Flying Fish Roe), Ika (Squid), Ikura (Salmon Roe), Inari (Fried Bean Curd Stuffed with Sack Rice), Kani (Crab Meat), Magruo (Tuna), Saba (Mackerel), Sake (Salmon Raw), Tako (Octopus Steamed), Tamago (Sweetened Omelet), Tobiko (Flying Fish Roe), Toro (Belly of Tuna), Tai (Red Snapper), Hokkigai (Clam), Kizami Ebi (Chopped Shrimp, Fish Roe with Mayo) HOURS Mon - Fri 11:30am - 2:30pm Mon - Thurs 4:00pm - 10:00pm Fri - Sat 4:00pm - 10:30pm Sun & Holidays 4:00pm - 9:00pm

PRICES Lunch Specials $12.95 Appetizers $4.95 - $18.95 Tempura $11.95 - $16.95 Sushi $1.95 - $15.95 Sashimi $13.95 - $43.95

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Watch as the sushi is prepared right before your eyes at the sushi bar or savor your food in one of the traditional Tatami rooms. Sit back and enjoy at O-Sho’s Liquid Lounge

BEER Sake $14 - $20 Beer $5.50 - $19 Wine $6 - $15

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Free Hot Breakfast with your Stay!

403-942-2142 4073 2 Avenue South Lethbridge, AB Lethbridgesuites.hamptoninnbyhilton.com

FOOD WITH A FUNCTION! Food has many other benefits besides filling our tummies.

Here are some popular food uses.

HONEY

COCONUT OIL

Popular culinary uses: sauces & Popular culinary uses: cooking dips, honey butter, sesame honey oil, homemade coffee creamer, candy, sugar replacement smoothies Health benefits: assists with healing wounds, anti-fungal, helps reduce cough, alleviates allergies, moisturizes skin

Health benefits: improves sleep, boost brain function, improve digestion, weight loss, anti-aging, hair mask, natural deodorant

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

LEMON

Popular culinary uses: salad dressing, buttermilk substitute, marinade

Popular culinary uses: lemon pie, salad dressing, cooking sauce

Health benefits: cleanse your stomach, blood purifier, lowers Health benefits: relieves stroke risk, abolishes acne, eczema sunburns and bug bites, natural skin toner, teeth whitener, reduces treatment inflammation, boosts energy

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GINGER

AVOCADO

Popular culinary uses: in hot tea, Popular culinary uses: soup, stir-fries, with fish guacamole, vegan mayonnaise, hummus Health benefits: motion sickness cure, heartburn relief, menstrual Health benefits: lose weight, cramp relief, cold relief stabilize blood sugar, moisturizing face mask, makeup remover

GARLIC

OLIVE OIL

Popular culinary uses: caesar salad, bruschetta, honey garlic chicken, garlic mashed potatoes

Popular culinary uses: vinaigrette, bread dipping, stir-fry

Health benefits: improve bone health, natures glue, conquers cold sores, clear acne

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Health benefits: normalizes cholesterol levels, prevents dry scalps, minimize cellulite, improves memory

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SOMETHING SWEET “Stressed spelled backwards is desserts. Coincidence? I think not! - Author Unknown

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Big Scoop 114 Waterton Avenue, Waterton 403-859-2346

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1907 20 Avenue, Coaldale 403-345-3322 www.coaldalebakery.com

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3 Crazy Cakes

1102 5 Avenue S, Lethbridge 403-327-4990 www.crazycakes.ca

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4 Welch’s Chocolates

401 Windflower Avenue, Waterton 403-859-2363

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COALDALE BAKERY 403-345-3322 • coaldalebakery.com 1907 20 Avenue, Coaldale

As you enter Coaldale Bakery the aroma of fresh baked goods will surround you. The decadent desserts will arouse your taste buds. Each of our twenty different cakes has its own distinctive taste. Our bakery is renowned for use of real whipping cream in cakes and pastries, as well as an extensive selection of specialty breads and buns. Tying the knot? Our Cake Decorator will work with you to design the cake suited to your wedding.

The Coaldale Bakery provides southern Alberta with European style baked goods and Dutch imports since 1986. Located on Main street Coaldale, you can conveniently pop in to pick up your fresh baked goods or order your baking in advance to avoid disappointment.

Stop in for breakfast or lunch with your friends and family and enjoy our fresh made sandwiches and wraps, soups, and desserts.

Coaldale Bakery offers catering for small to large parties.

Visit our website for our menu selection.

HOURS Tues - Sat 7:00am - 6:00pm

PRICES Breads $1 - $7 Cakes $7 - $100+ Pastries/Cookies $0.45 - $5

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Take out or eat in, call ahead and we will have it ready when you get here.

LUNCH $5 - $15

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CRAZY CAKES 403-327-4990 • crazycakes.ca 1102 5 Avenue South, Lethbridge

Crazy Cakes opened its doors in 2007 as the first and only specialty Cake Shop in Lethbridge. It resides in the historically designated Spudnut building. Built in 1909 and except for 2000 - 2006 the tasty treat Spudnut has been made since the 1940’s. If you like a doughnut, you will LOVE a Spudnut! Crazy Cakes is the only Canadian location that continues the tradition of the Spudnut. At 3:00am every Thursday, the neon Spudnut sign lights up announcing that the fryer is hot and the goody is being made.

Daily at Crazy Cakes you will be tempted by a delicious array of freshly made cupcakes, custom cakes, cheesecake, French macarons, homemade ice cream and seasonal treats. Or just stop in and have a cup of one of our delicious exclusive blends of coffee.

HOURS Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:30pm Sat 9:30am - 4:00pm

PRICES Cupcakes $3.00 each Cupcakes Mini $1.75 each Sputnuts $1.75 each

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May to October the patio is open for customers to enjoy a relaxing break in the garden setting.

LATTE/OTHER DRINKS: $3 - $6

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Old-Fashion Pancakes This is what pancakes should taste like!

INGREDIENTS 1½ cups flour 3 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tbsp sugar 1¼ cups milk 1 egg 3 tbsp melted butter 1 tsp vanilla

DIRECTIONS • Stir dry ingredients together • Add wet ingredients • Stir until batter is smooth, heat skillet over medium heat • Pour ¼ cup of batter for each pancake • Turn once bubbles appear and edges are lightly golden.

Whether it is fruit, chocolate, or something a little more savory, almost anything is a good fit when it comes to a perfect pancake!

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CJ’S CAFE

Homemade Pies, Burgers & Soups

Daily Early Bird Special Mon - Fri 6 - 9 2 Bacon, 2 Sausage, 2 Eggs Toast and Hashbrowns $7.50 Check out our daily specials on facebook!

Ph: 403 647 2255 Fax: 403 524 4738 904 Service Road NW Milk River

Tue MAY 09 & Wed MAY 10

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WATERTON “There is no sincerer love than the love of food.” George Bernard Shaw

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Big Scoop 114 Waterton Avenue Waterton, Alberta 403-859-2346

2 Lakeside Chophouse

#101 111 Waterton Avenue Waterton, Alberta 403-859-2211 www.waterton.ca

4 Vimy’s Lounge & Grill 101 Clematis Avenue Waterton, Alberta 403-859-2150 www.vimys.com

5 Welch’s Chocolates

401 Windflower Avenue Waterton, Alberta 403-859-2363

3 Subway

307 Windflower Avenue Waterton, Alberta 403-859-2121 www.watertongrocerystore.com

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Date Night in Waterton at

Vimy’s Lounge & Grill

In the heart of the Waterton townsite, beneath the peaks of the Rocky Mountains, and by the shore of Waterton Lakes, Vimy’s Lounge & Grill offers excellent cuisine in an inspiring setting. Featuring juicy house specialty burgers, AAA Alberta steaks cut in house and grilled to perfection, mouth-watering desserts, and an extensive wine list to pair with. A date night in Waterton is an experience to remember.

Enjoy Waterton a little longer and stay the night at The Waterton Lakes Lodge Resort.

Deluxe fireplace and jetted tub suites available. Call or email to reserve now.

(403) 859-2150 | reservations@watertonlakeslodge.com

Open year round | www.watertonlakeslodge.com

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403-320-1222 1-800-661-1222 Scenic Drive Information Centre & Rest Area Located at Scenic Dr. & Mayor Magrath Dr. S. Lethbridge, Alberta

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“The perfect side dish to your culinary experience.”

[attractionslethbridge.com] Casa Arts Centre • Southern Alberta Art Gallery • Galt Museum & Archives Exhibition Park • Fort Whoop-Up Interpretive Centre • New West Theatre Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden • Alberta Birds of Prey Centre Helen Schuler Nature Centre • Gem of the West Museum

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316 - 11 STREET SOUTH LETHBRIDGE

403.331.2222 • twoguyspizza.ca Dine-In • Take-Out • Delivery