Shane Flug is a Calgary native and former music magazine editor turned accidental food, travel and lifestyle writer. Past media outlets he’s worked for include BeatRoute and CBC Calgary. He enjoys grilling meat and potatoes for friends and family while enjoying a local craft beer.
For low-income Calgarians, nutritious food can become more luxury than necessity. On Oct. 18, participating restaurants in the Restaurants for Change initiative raise proceeds for Community Food Centres Canada and its local outlets that help make healthy eating accessible for our most vulnerable. Here are participating Calgary restaurants where patrons can help do some good by simply dining out. [Photo: River Cafe]
If “animals are our friends, not food” is a life mantra you live by, then the inaugural VegFest at Shaw Millennium Park in Calgary on Sept. 23 is your can’t-miss food festival this fall. Between the local live music and guest speakers, these participating local merchants will be there to serve up tasty vegan dishes and treats to sample.