Sunday, November 27, 2011

Charcut

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Charcut's Connie DeSousa was featured on Top Chef Canada!

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Red Tea Pot - I actually want this for my new house =)

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Chef Connie came over with appetizers on the house! She was super friendly and too shy to take a picture on her own, so she took one with Johanne & I.
Photo Credit: NM

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Compliments of the Chef - Pig Head Mortadella (Hand-Mixed Pork, studded with Pistachios and Truffles), Brassica Mustard, Warm Quebec Raclette Cheese & Cast Iron Baked Pan Bread. We never would have guessed the Mortadella was cooked inside a Pig's head (see picture below) because it was delicious!

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Romaine Lettuce, Sour Cream, Mint & Walla Walla Onions

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Spring Creek Butcher Steak - Chimichurri, Argula and Fried Matchstick Potatoes (reminded me of Hickory Sticks). The steak was super tender, just how I like it.

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Slow Roasted Heritage Chicken - Pickled Fennel, Apple Salad & Crisp Bacon

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Duck Fat Fried Poutine - Cheese Curds and Truffle Gravy
This is the reason why I wanted to try Charcut and it was definitely worth the hype! The girls were skeptic to try this dish because of the "Duck Fat" but everyone ended up liking it. I loved the smell of the truffle gravy!

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So excited to eat!

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More side dishes on the house, courtesy of Chef Connie! She seriously spoiled us the entire night =)

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Facebook/Twitter Time

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Grilled Broccolini

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Grits topped with a Quail Egg

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The Pigs' Heads - don't let these pigs intimidate you, the food was delicious!

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The Kitchen

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The Crème de la Crème - Crème Brûlée with Honey and Pears!

If you love trying new restaurants, I would HIGHLY recommend trying Charcut in downtown Calgary (connected to the brand new Hôtel Le Germain). The food was amazing and the staff were super friendly. Thank you to Chef Connie for a wonderful evening! Try the Duck Fat Poutine, you won't be disappointed.

Jalu

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The 'Akita' Top - Love the pleated shoulder!

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Jalu is an up-and-coming new brand by Creative Director Luanne Ronquillo, and Head of Business Development Jacile Peredo. I was recently invited to a private trunk sale at Hotel Arts & was definitely impressed by their fresh talent. Plus Jacile delivered to my office downtown, which made shopping so easy. Can't wait to rock my first Jalu piece!

Oceana

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Hot Appetizer Platter
Pan Fried Oysters, Garlic Butter Prawns & Scallops, Calamari and Oceana Crab Cakes

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Seafood Marinara - Scallops, Shrimp, Mussels in a Herb Tomato Sauce

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Seafood Linguini - Scallops, Shrimp, Mussels, Olive Oil & Garlic

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Lady & the Tramp ♥

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Pan Fried Jumbo Shrimp - Garlic Butter, Herbs & Lemon

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Fishermans Platter - Lightly Battered & Deep Fried Halibut, Shrimp, Scallops, Calamari

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Charbroiled Alaskan Halibut Filet - Drizzled with Olive Oil, Lemon, Oregano, Cherry Tomatoe & Basil Bruschetta

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Filet Mignon with Jumbo Nova Scotia Scallops topped with Bernaise Sauce

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Happy 29th Anniversary Mom & Daddy! Here's to the next 29 ♥

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Cheesecake, Strawberry Soufflé & Crème Brûlée

Oceana is one of my favourite restaurants in Calgary. If you love seafood, then definitely check them out. I highly recommend the pan fried oysters and the lobster, so delicious!

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Food Diary - Orlando & Mexico


Lobster Daddy Feast - Joe's Crab Shack

Breakfast Buffet - Royal Caribe Resort

Run Across America Sampler - Bubba Gump

Coconut Shrimp - Bubba Gump

Shrimp Lover's Feast - Bubba Gump

Banana Bread Pudding - Bubba Gump

Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Sandwich - Disney World

Haribo Gummy Bears - Disney World

Prosciutto & Melon Pizza - Via Napoli, Disney World

Crab Dip - House of Blues, Downtown Disney

Coconut Shrimp - Crescendo Jazz & Blues Lounge

Crab Cakes - Crescendo Jazz & Blues Lounge

Chicken Avocado Sandwich - Crescendo Jazz & Blues Lounge


Blackened Tilapia - Crescendo Jazz & Blues Lounge

Calamari - Quarterdeck

Dolphin Rubin - Quarterdeck

Popeyes

Yes I did bring Popeyes on the plane & it was delicious!

Beach Bums


I planned a girls trip to Mexico because my BF doesn't like the beach.
Thank you ladies for a lovely time ♥

Jumping in Mexico


My most favourite picture from Mexico.
Robbie & Jojo jumping with me ♥