When you move to a new town, you subconsciously search for old familiarity in the new surroundings. Cheese, bread, good whiskey—these are some of my old faithfuls. Thankfully, although I just recently moved to Canmore, I also have some good company. On a near weekly basis, we meet in Canmore, Lake Louise or Banff and... View Article
Fairmont Banff Springs executive chef jW Foster and Banff Hospitality Collective culinary director Michael Lehmkuhl have remarkable jobs. They are two of the top chefs in Banff. Between the two, they oversee the food and kitchens at 21 restaurants. Chef jW Foster All are welcome to dine at the Fairmont Banff Springs’ (aka Castle in... View Article
First impressions told me Park Distillery was unique: campfire-inspired cuisine, a lodge-like building and housemade spirits that make this the only distillery in a Canadian National Park. I ate there with friends one Friday evening. The weekend had brought glamorous out-of-towners and dressed-down locals to the chic Banff Avenue venue furnished with cabin accents. Seating... View Article
