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Meet some of the faces behind Alberta Food Tours ✨

This year marks 20 years at the table, and it truly wouldn’t be possible without this incredible team of passionate, hardworking people who bring Alberta Food Tours to life every single day.

From our guides and behind-the-scenes team to the many people not featured in this post, we’re endlessly grateful for everyone who helps create the experiences, stories, and community that make Alberta Food Tours so special.

Thank you for being part of the journey ❤️
#20YearsAtTheTable #AlbertaFoodTours #MeetTheTeam #SupportLocalAlberta #YYCFood by @albertafoodtours

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A huge thank you to @travelalberta, @dqstudios , @hanso.c_ , @hondah2o , and @lisadurrell for capturing the heart of our Iconic Eats of Calgary tour. ❤️

Whether you’re visiting Calgary for the first time or you’ve lived here for years, this tour is a delicious way to discover the city’s hidden gems, meet the passionate people behind them, and experience Calgary through its incredible local food scene.

📍 Iconic Eats of Calgary
🗓️ Every Saturday
🕒 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📅 Running until October 24

Come see why this is one of our favourite ways to explore Calgary. We can’t wait to share it with you!
#IconicEatsYYC #AlbertaFoodTours #TravelAlberta #ExploreCalgary #YYCFood by @albertafoodtours

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There’s something especially wonderful about seeing a chef you’ve known and admired step into a new kitchen—and we couldn’t be more excited to hear that our dear friend, Chef Rupert Garcia, is now Chef de Cuisine at The Post Hotel in Lake Louise.

We’ve known and worked with Rupert during his years at Hotel Arts and Fairmont Palliser, and we’ve watched his career take him from Calgary to some of the most prestigious kitchens in North America, including Michelin-starred restaurants in New York and San Francisco.

Originally from the Philippines, Rupert began cooking professionally at just 16. After graduating from SAIT, he earned his Red Seal Chef certification and membership in the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. His cooking draws on contemporary, French and Asian influences—and now, he’s bringing that experience to one of Canada’s most storied mountain retreats.

The Post Hotel’s newest culinary experience, Chef’s Stübli (Stübli means “cozy room” in Swiss German), is an intimate six-course tasting experience in the hotel’s former fondue room.

Only 20 guests are welcomed each evening, Thursday through Saturday, giving Rupert and his team the freedom to create something personal, seasonal and deeply connected to the Rockies.

And there’s a lovely detail I especially love: Rupert or a member of his culinary team will make a “table touch” with each course.

The six-course menu is $180 per person, with optional wine pairings, including a $120 pairing or a special sommelier pairing selected from The Post’s extraordinary cellar of more than 28,000 bottles.

Chef’s Stübli runs November 12, 2026 through March 31, 2027.

Congratulations, Rupert! We can’t wait to see—and taste—what you create in this beautiful new chapter. ❤️

#LakeLouise #ThePostHotel #ChefsStubli #AlbertaFood #AlbertaFoodTours #CanadianRockies by @albertafoodtours

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Sunday Recipe Share:

Chipotle Bison Chili from @eatalbertafirst ©

Ingredients:
1 Tablespoon olive oil (and more as needed)
2 Ibs of bison steak/roast cut into small pieces and/or extra lean ground bison (it’s nice to use a mixture and if you like a meaty chili by all means use a total of 3 Ibs of meat)
4 carrots - peeled and diced
2 cups peppers - seeded, diced (use green, yellow or orange)
3 stalks celery - diced
2 large yellow onions - diced
2 chipotle peppers in adobo, diced (Tip: I tried 3 in my recipe testing but that quantity overpowered the dish.
Stick with 2 for balanced flavour.)
2 Tablespoons garlic paste
2 heaping Tablespoons (TexMex) chili powder
1 Tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon Mexican cinnamon (aka -
True Sri Lankan Cinnamon)
1 can (19 ounces-540 ml) red kidney beans
1 can (19 ounces-540 ml) pinto beans
1 can (19 ounces-540 ml) black beans
1 package frozen chopped spinach
2 cans (28 ounces-796 ml) whole tomatoes
¼ cup tomato paste
1 cup fresh Italian parsley - chopped or
2 Tablespoons dried
1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves - chopped
½ cup fresh chopped basil - or 1
Tablespoon dried
4 cups V8 juice - low sodium
1½ teaspoons sea salt - or to taste
1½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper - or to taste
¼ cup molasses, depending on sweetness desired
1½ Tablespoons hot sauce
¼ cup lime juice
For the Toppings:
Sour cream
Sour cream
Guacamole
Grated cheese
Cilantro leaves
Lime slices

Instructions: in comments by @albertafoodtours

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DISCOVER CALGARY’S CHINATOWN - ONE BITE AT A TIME!

There’s so much more to Calgary’s Chinatown than incredible food. With over a century of history, this vibrant neighbourhood is filled with stories of culture, community, resilience, and delicious discoveries!

From traditional dim sum and mouthwatering soup dumplings to hidden cocktail bars, bánh mì, and sweet treats, Chinatown is a food lover’s paradise. 🥟🍜

But the magic doesn't stop at the food! Explore the beautiful Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, stroll through Sien Lok Park, and discover the people and stories that helped shape our city.

❤️ Come for the food. Stay for the stories.

We've rounded up some of our favourite places to eat, sip, and explore in Calgary’s Chinatown in our latest blog!

📖 Read the full blog at the link in our bio!

#AlbertaFoodTours #CalgaryChinatown #YYCFood #ExploreCalgary #YYCEats #EatAlberta by @albertafoodtours

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An unforgettable evening at @hawthorndiningroom , nestled inside the iconic @fairmontpalliser

From beautifully plated starters and perfectly executed mains to exquisite desserts and handcrafted cocktails, every course was thoughtfully prepared and full of flavour. But what made the experience truly exceptional was the impeccable service: attentive, genuine, and perfectly paced from beginning to end.

As someone who appreciates aesthetics as much as taste, I loved how every plate felt like a work of art before becoming a memorable meal.

A heartfelt thank you to the team at Hawthorn for such a wonderful collaboration and for creating an evening we’ll be talking about for a long time.

📍Hawthorn Dining Room & Bar, Fairmont Palliser, Calgary, Alberta

#thatfairmontfeeling #makespecialhappen #finedining #fairmontpalliser #travelcontentcreator taken in Hawthorn Dining Room by @albertafoodtours

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🎂✨ FOOD ARTISAN FRIDAY: THE ART OF CAKE!

This Food Artisan Friday, we're celebrating Edmonton's very own pastry artist extraordinaire, Chef Gloria Bednarz, Owner and Head Pastry Chef of The Art of Cake! 💛

Gloria's love for baking began on her family's farm, where she grew up picking wild berries, enjoying fresh local ingredients, and watching her mother and grandmother bake bread and make their own butter.

That passion led her to NAIT and eventually to fulfilling her dream of opening her own café alongside her family.

For over 18 years, The Art of Cake has been making Edmonton's dessert dreams come true! 🍰 With a signature style blending vintage charm and modern elegance, Gloria and her talented team create everything from breathtaking wedding cakes to irresistible pastries and sweets.

Step inside and you'll feel like you've entered a fairy tale, complete with vintage china, sparkling chandeliers, and display cases filled with beautiful treats! ✨

🚌🎄 AND HERE'S THE SWEETEST PART!

We're thrilled to have The Art of Cake as the FIRST STOP on our Edmonton Holiday Bakery Bus!

Join us for a festive day of discovering incredible local bakeries, meeting the makers, and stocking up on holiday treats!

📅 EDMONTON HOLIDAY BAKERY BUS DATES:

🎄 Saturday, November 21, 2026

🎄 Saturday, November 28, 2026

🎟️ Seats are limited! Grab your tickets through the link in our bio.

#FoodArtisanFriday #TheArtOfCake #AlbertaFoodTours #EdmontonBakeryBus #HolidayBakeryBus by @albertafoodtours

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🍗🥕 KAREN’S KITCHEN TIPS: EPISODES 7 & 8 : A TWO-IN-ONE SPECIAL!
Why throw away perfectly good ingredients when you can turn them into something delicious?

This week, Karen is sharing two kitchen tips that go hand in hand!

🥕 Tip #7: Save Your Scraps!
Keep two separate bags in your freezer:
1. One for vegetable scraps like onion skins, celery ends, and carrot peels.
2. One for leftover chicken bones and carcasses.

🍲 Tip #8: Make Your Own Chicken Stock!
Once you’ve collected enough scraps, it’s time to put them to good use! Combine your chicken bones and vegetable scraps with water, let everything simmer, and you’ve got a rich, flavourful homemade chicken stock.

It’s a simple way to reduce food waste, save money, and add incredible flavour to your soups, sauces, and favourite recipes.

A little planning today makes for delicious cooking tomorrow!

Do you make your own chicken stock, or is this something you’d like to try?
#KarensKitchenTips #AlbertaFoodTours #KitchenTips by @albertafoodtours

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🚌🍪 YOUR HOLIDAY BAKING LIST CALLED. IT WANTS A SEAT ON THE BAKERY BUS!

What if getting ready for the holidays meant discovering delicious local bakeries instead of spending hours in your own kitchen?

Join Alberta Food Tours this November and December for our annual Bakery Bus — a delicious day of discovering local bakeries, finding new favourites, and gathering goodies for the holiday season!

📍 CALGARY BAKERY BUS
🎄 Saturday, November 21
🎄 Saturday, November 28
🎄 Saturday, December 5

📍 EDMONTON BAKERY BUS
🎄 Saturday, November 21
🎄 Saturday, November 28

🥐 Discover bakeries you may not have tried before
🛍️ Stock up on treats to share, gift, or keep all to yourself
🎄 Get a head start on your holiday baking
👯♀️ Make it a memorable day out with your favourite people

Less baking stress. More bakery bliss! ❤️

Tag your Bakery Bus buddy in the comments, and let's make this holiday season delicious!

🎟️ Tickets: Link in our bio

#AlbertaFoodTours #BakeryBus #YYCFood #YEGFood #YYCBakeries #YEGBakeries by @albertafoodtours

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REPOST from our friends @thecalgaryteafestival - will we see you there?

SO, WHAT EXACTLY DO YOU GET AT THE CALGARY TEA FESTIVAL?

For starters... a lot of tea.

We’re bringing together 20 tea vendors from across Canada and one from Alaska, giving you the chance to wander, taste, discover and meet some of the people who know tea best.

And we’ve made sure you’re properly equipped.

Every attendee receives their own
Calgary Tea Festival tasting cup to use as you sample teas throughout the festival.

You’ll also receive a branded festival tote bag-ready to carry all those teas you swore you weren’t going to buy.

Both are yours to keep as souvenirs from Calgary’s very first Tea Festival.

Taste before you buy.

Discover something new.

Ask questions.

Fill the bag.

Calgary Tea Festival
Saturday, October 24 11 AM-4 PM
Parkdale United Church
General Admission: $15 in advance.

And yes, you’re allowed to bring home more tea than will fit in the bag.

@nakedleaf @tea.trader @sarjesa_tea #calgaryteafestival2026 #teaalbertafirst taken in Parkdale United Church by @albertafoodtours

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🥧 SUNDAY RECIPE: STONEPOST FARMS’ PUMPKIN PIE

Pumpkin pie season is here, and this one is made from scratch.

This Eat Alberta First recipe from Stonepost Farms pairs a crisp, flaky crust made with their ethically raised pork lard with a rich sugar pumpkin filling. Lightly spiced with ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg, and made extra creamy with milk, butter and eggs, it’s a true taste of fall in Alberta.

One tip from Karen: you really only need a small sugar pumpkin! The first time she made this recipe, she ended up with enough pumpkin for four pies and a coconut pumpkin soup.

Stonepost Farms’ Pumpkin Pie

Makes: Two 9-inch pies
Prep: 60 minutes
Bake: 60 minutes

For the crust:
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp salt
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 lb lard
- ¾ cup ice-cold water
- 1 egg
- 1 Tbsp vinegar

For the filling:
- 1 small sugar pumpkin (about 4 cups mashed)
- 2 cups milk
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 Tbsp melted butter
- 1½ cups sugar
- 4 eggs, beaten

Method:
1. Mix flour, salt and baking powder. Cut in the lard with a pastry blender until the mixture resembles small peas or lentils.
2. In a separate bowl, combine water, egg and vinegar. Add to the dry ingredients and bring together into a ball. Cover and chill while preparing the filling.
3. Preheat oven to 350°F.
4. Cut the pumpkin in half and remove the seeds. Cut into smaller pieces, peel and steam until tender. Mash—you’ll need about 4 cups.
5. Roll out the chilled dough and fit into two 9-inch pie plates. Trim and crimp the edges, then bake for about 10 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden.
6. Increase oven temperature to 425°F.
7. Heat the mashed pumpkin in a large saucepan over medium heat. Slowly stir in the milk, followed by the nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon and salt. Stir in the melted butter, sugar and beaten eggs until thoroughly combined.
8. Divide the filling between the prepared pie crusts.
9. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven to 350°F and bake for another 45 minutes.
10. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream and enjoy!

Save this recipe for your next fall gathering. 🍂

Recipe by Karen Anderson / Stonepost Farms

#SundayRecipe #Pum by @albertafoodtours

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🌻 Food Artisan Friday: Prairie Gardens & Adventure Farm

What started as a family farm has blossomed into a place where food, fun, and community come together! 🌱

Meet Tam Andersen, the owner, farmer, and self-proclaimed "Director of Fun" at Prairie Gardens & Adventure Farm in Bon Accord, Alberta.

The farm's roots stretch back to 1898, when the land was first homesteaded along the historic Athabasca Landing Trail. In 1956, the Chedzoy family established Prairie Gardens, and today, Tam continues its legacy of hospitality with a passion for local food and agri-tourism.

In 2008, Tam launched the farm's first Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, growing vegetables on just two acres. Since then, Prairie Gardens has expanded to 25 acres, producing everything from pumpkins and strawberries to apples and fresh vegetables. 🍓🎃

But what makes Prairie Gardens truly special is its commitment to community. The farm supports more than 10 local farmers, partners with food banks, gives back to local charities, and welcomes families to experience the joy of farm life through festivals, workshops, and hands-on activities.

For Tam, farming is about more than growing food. It's about bringing people together, supporting local agriculture, and creating memories that last a lifetime.

📍 Prairie Gardens & Adventure Farm | Bon Accord, Alberta

Learn more at prairiegardens.org

#FoodArtisanFriday #AlbertaFoodTours #PrairieGardens #AlbertaAgriculture #SupportLocal by @albertafoodtours

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