I'll be honest, and admit that when I first heard about turducken, I was a little scared. It…read moreseemed ... well ... wrong to have so many animals stuffed into one big turkey. Thankfully, though, I got over that inital reaction and discovered just how wonderful, juicy, and tender this fantastic creation really is. Turduckens have always had to be pre-ordered at delis, or made painstakingly by hand. Well -- not anymore! The Original Turducken takes what was once a deli-exclusive gourmet meal and turns it into something accessible, and just as delicious, right from your local grocer's freezer. Available with two kinds of stuffing (Spicy Italian Sausage, which I love, and chicken apple sausage which is good too), I get my birds from the frozen food isle at CO-OP. After thawing them a few days, all I need to do is pop this turkey-looking beast into the oven, and cook it slow until the internal temperature is 165 degrees F. That's it -- no prep, no basting, no worry -- just cook it like it says to on the packaging. Then, once it's done, all I need to do is slice it like a loaf of bread and serve. Yes -- slice it like a loaf of bread. See, these birds come completely boneless (except for wings and drumsticks). So you're getting solid meat in the guise of a golden turkey. It's awesome and wonderful stuffed into tasty. And the duck and sausage stuffing keeps the entire thing so moist you don't need gravy (... but with drippings, you can make some anyway). With the last bird(s) I made for Christmas dinner, I served 12 adults to satisfaction AND I had enough leftovers for lunches days after. Plus, the dinner conversation never faltered -- everyone was talking about how neat it was to be sampling such a unique dish. It may seem pricey, but you have to remember that you don't waste any money buying bones and sinew that you'll throw away when supper's done (as with regular turkeys). If you want to try something different, I doubt you'll be sorry with this.

The Turducken blew away my expectations. It was moist, tender and delicious but it also commanded a…read morelevel of fascination that is unheard of in the poultry world. Everyone was talking about it days in advance and still are days after. All of my guests crowded around to watch me carve this glorious flock of birds melded together. It was easier to prep than a regular(don't tell all of my dinner guests that, though) and did not require the attention of a normal bird. Just peel off the plastic and heat until the thermometer says its good! Carving is also easier and cleaner than wrestling with a half trimmed carcass. I was prepared since I had read the reviews, but be prepared to create your gravy without much for drippings. The Chicken-apple sausage version barely had a drop of grease off of it and would have made for some thin gravy if I didn't have some cheater mix handy. Good job Echelon Foods! @evanedbom

One of the best mexican places in the city. The margarita is a crowd favorite and less than $10 it…read moreis a really sizeable drink for a fun dinner The food is really filling. Would highly recommend the stone bowl food items that comfortably feed two and allow you to make your own tacos with different meats, melted cheese, tortillas, Beans, and rice

We had the pupusa's. I'm not sure why they insist on a limit of 3?? If there were other fillings…read morelike chicken or beef that would be nice. But it's only cheese or pork! The place was empty only one others occupied table. The chef was hilarious! Had quite some smug comments! He made the fajitas a little spicy like we asked him & they turned out magical!

It was really good. We had excellent service and they gave us a free mocktail just to be nice…read more They helped us understand which food was gluten-free and what the best unique options were for us to try there. We enjoyed the Bulgogi hot pot and the chicken skewer appetizer was great too. It was a really fun place. We definitely recommend it.

While visiting Calgary for work, I had a mad hankering for some Korean food. My meetings got out a…read morebit late so I looked up late night Korean food spots and found Namsan... which was a 26 minute walk from my hotel one way. My craving must have been intense because I didn't even think about it and started my long walk there. The layout of the restaurant is interesting. The bathroom is in the basement, the first floor is a bit small but has some tables, and the second floor has most of the dining area space. Interior decoration was pretty minimal but there was kpop playing and it was a bit dark in there so if you're looking to get a few drinks and Korean food with some friends, this would be a great spot. When I was sat at my table and I looked through the menu, the first thing that popped in my head was that they had quite an extensive menu. From army stew, bibimbap, bulgogi, and what I decided to get Dakgalbi (marinated chicken bbq). The Dakgalbi was really good and marinated well. I wasn't expecting the fried rice at the end to come with it like in Korea which was also really good. The only critique I have regarding the food is that there weren't that many side dishes (banchan) and the lettuce on the side was an extra $5. Service was on point. Thu and the woman server, I forgot her name, worked well as a team to make sure everyone was taken care of even though they had to walk up and down those stairs probably 10+ times just when I was there.

Dropped by this gem that was a short walk from the hotel -…read more I think portions for pricing was very fair - wish I also got the chicken - Anyways - service was slightly slow from the time you order and receive the food, however the food was super fresh, so I would assume it was basically made to order - so I think the wait was fine. It was pretty spacious with decent amount of seating , also a self serve water dispenser -the place is kept quite clean. Bulgogi Poutine really hit the spot, great flavours and fries was still crispy. Chicken Katsu bowl, was also very delicious - the mayo mixed nicely with everything. The bao buns, was pretty good as well - however the beef on this one was just a tad dry - I would re-visit to explore the menu again - if I find myself in Calgary again!

We came for a quick bite before our flight and saw some good reviews. I got the soy garlic chicken,…read morewhich was a decent portion but really lacked flavor. It was also a lot of breading. We also tried a bit of the bulgogi poutine which was definitely better, but nothing spectacular either.

Had a great experience at Korilla! If you're looking for Korean BBQ in Calgary, this is definitely…read morea spot worth checking out. The meat was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly, and everything paired really well with the Korean side dishes. The portions were generous and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout our meal. A great choice for authentic Korean BBQ and Korean food in Calgary. Perfect for dinner with friends or family. We'll definitely be coming back!

One of the better spots for Korean BBQ in Calgary! Clean space set up to look like a real Korean…read morespot with the round metal tables. I like that you can tuck your coat inside your chair so that it doesn't absorb too much of the bbq smell. Korilla has excellent quality meat, including some premium wagyu options. I found the pork set deal to be quite good value (~$30 per person). They don't skimp on banchan side dishes, which is a delight, and on top of all that, they even gave us a complimentary mango bingsoo dessert at the end! Don't forget to end your night in one of the karaoke rooms!

Oh Rodney's. If I lived here, you'd be my home away from home…read more It's gorgeous inside--great natural light, bright and airy, the sexiest erotic art in the bathrooms. We were greeted warmly by all the staff we encountered. Waited on with smiles and never once did we feel neglected. But the oysters were the star of the show! Fresh, clean, shucked to perfection. Displayed beautifully. The carousel of housemade sauces was so fun--I loved trying them all, the white boy was my favorite though. I will most assuredly return!

Happy hour is a great deal! The oysters were so fresh and delicious, you could tell they were…read morehigher quality products. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Rodneys produces its own line of sauces and each was more delicious than the last, not too spicy and a great range of flavours. The interior is very spacious, bright, and lightly themed enough that it is recognizable, but not obnoxious. Keeping it classy and not tacky! LOVE the bathroom art-- it comes with a cheeky warning! ;) And the soap was super nice, I am such a bathroom girl hehe. We will have to come back when we are in town, looking forward to it!

I ordered the Pad Thai Kit ($10), Tom Yum Soup ($5), Large Green Curry Kit ($23) plus Large Green…read moreCurry Cubes ($50). The pad thai had the right tang to it - not at all sweet or ketchupy like some restaurants. Soup was light and fragrant. The green curry was incredible. I've never been to Thailand before but my husband has and he said the flavours were legit. The kits come with fresh herbs and hard to find ingredients, such as galangal, lemongrass, chilies, shrimp paste, tamarind juice, palm sugar, peanuts, and fish sauce. Prices are reasonable - it works out to be less than Thai restaurants in Calgary but it tastes to me, much healthier and less sweet/oily. There are discounts if you order $100 or more, plus free delivery. Pro tip - cut up the chilies in tiny slivers. I thought it was a red pepper and chomped on it. My mouth was burning for a good hour.

I LOVE Thai Manna! We recently discovered these amazing kits at Bearspaw Lion Farmers Market in NW…read moreThey also are at the Millarville Farmers Market. A small is $15, feeds 2 and $24 for 3-4. They provided samples here for various types, green, red, yellow and Penang curry. They are all DELICIOUS! The price is average and I think about how much it is to go out for Thai, portion sizes are a lot smaller, I feel flavours are restaurant quality and I like how I know what is exactly going in the dish. You can substitute for what you like, coconut milk is provided and you can make it a "lighter" version by adding water. Rice is also provided and is really tasty. They are easy to make and fool proof! Easy directions with all ingredients provided to make, though you add your own vegetables and protein. I've bought all of them and love, it's a really good and fast supper. We add tons of vegetables and we have enough for me, my husband and leftovers for lunch. Downside is I wish they were more easily found! You can go to their website to find locations that carry these kits year round, though pricing is slightly better at the seasonal farmers market. They will give you $1 off if you bring back the box and if you buy 3 kits you'll get a free Tom Yum soup. BTW, I tried and it was also soooo good! Give Thai Manna a try you'll love!!

While visiting Calgary for a business trip, I had a sudden hankering for some Korean food…read more Fortunately, Stone Bowl was a quick 10 minute walk away. Upon walking in, I immediately felt like I was transported back to Korea with the seating arrangement, self-help water station (much preferred for people like me that drink a lot of water), the K-pop music playing in the background, the warm welcome from Kim and Sarah, and a genuine taegukgi (Korean flag) from the Korean War (SUPER COOL, see picture). The beef stone bowl was one of the best I have had in North America (no joke) and reminded me a lot of my time in South Korea. The ratio of meat, rice, and vegetables were spot on and the marinade on the meat was so good. The egg was cooked perfectly with some runny yolk. And the cherry on top was the slightly crispy rice on the bottom of the stone bowl. I honestly would have had another bowl if I didn't have to catch a flight. The seaweed soup complimented the stone bowl perfectly. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better traditional Korean meal before my flight. The other thing that makes this restaurant special is the customer service. Kim and Sarah were so welcoming and we even shared some great conversation. I would come back just for them. An employee of a business within the same building came in and you can tell based off their interaction that Kim and Sarah are respected and loved in the community. Thank you Stone Bowl, Kim, and Sarah for giving me a little taste of Korea during my work trip. I will be back!

Easy to order, fast and friendly service, and the food was delicious! Self service water + utensils…read morein the box at the table feels like I'm back in Seoul. Spicy Pork Bibimbap came out sizzling in the hot stone bowl. Housemade sauce was superb.

Falsely advertised as hand-on, and several of us in the class were quite disappointed with every…read moreone of the lecturers. When I phoned in, she blamed all of us, claiming it wasn't advertised as hands-on but instead as an "info session" which is not true. We wouldn't have registered thinking we'd get a take-home project if it hadn't said there was one. Not only did she not offer a refund, but she claimed none of us had seen the hands-on project to take home, but how else do you explain a whole class expecting that and being disappointed by the long boring lecture?! A credit towards a future class would have been nice, but since they don't even care that they falsely advertised, I'm not willing to risk another terrible boring lecture.

Always great prices and fresher than fresh foods. Slight discounts on close to date due items…read more Yummm I did sign up for the email for future shopping too.

Racial Profiling - plain clothed security…read more Went in to the 10th avenue store to look for supplements to help with my joint pain. Went to the supplement area looking for help, no one was there for ~5 minutes so I walked around till a staff member appeared and I asked for help. During that time, a plain clothed security follow me and watched me as I looked for products. Even when I was talking to a staff member, he followed us around and stared at me. After I decided on the product, I mentioned to the staff that it was very rude what the plain clothed security did to me. She said she noticed it as well and apologized. I went to the till to pay and to no surpise, the security guard was still staring at me. I them waved to him and paid. I called to complain to the main help line, told them my issue and said they would get back to me. It has been over two weeks. Probably didnt get back to me as they never asked for my contact information This is a classic case of racial profiling. No response from Community Natural Foods. Want to help a local business but not after this incident .