Product Review – Page 57

June 30, 2014

Billy’s Burger – Calgary, AB

We make it to the weirdest places sometimes and this time was Billy’s Burger which is located on Edmonton Trail, really near much besides commercial buildings.

We were here for breakfast and their breakfast food was pretty good! We had a group of us and I basically can’t remember who had what – but I know what I ordered was good! I had their Wor Wontons which came in a giant bowl of soup, and everything was really tasty!

Then, the guys either had Bacon and Eggs or Sausage and Eggs. I’m pretty sure it as my husband that had sausage and eggs as it’s usually “Meal A” in a lot of restaurants – and it’s what he likes.

Just because I can… here’s the bacon and eggs breakfast:

The last breakfast is definitely not your typical breakfast, but it was Fried Chicken! I should totally have gotten that as the chicken was beautifully fried and the fries were amazing!! Next time!

Overall, you can pretty much order anything under the sun from here and it’ll taste pretty good! The prices are great, the service is great, it’s just a neat little place!

Billy’s Burger

3927 Edmonton Trail NE
Calgary, AB
(403) 276-3930

June 29, 2014

Highlevel Diner – Edmonton, AB

I first heard of Highlevel Diner on TV as I watched “You Gotta Eat Here”, and they were recommending their famous Cinnamon buns. So, we knew when we stayed overnight in Edmonton, this was a breakfast place on the top of our list.

Nothing starts my day better than with some Hot Chocolate and so I ordered some here. It’s a nice treat to have hot chocolate in my diet as I love it, but often find it’s really sweet.

I ordered their Farmers Omelette which was an amazing omelette with bacon, onion, potato, and cheddar cheese. It kind of reminds me of the items I love in my perogies! These items tastes amazing wrapped in eggs!

Finally, the star of the show, the Cinnamon Bun where we ordered 1 to share. Thank goodness we did as they were the size of my head! It was soft, warm, fresh, gooey and not too sweet. It was the perfect cinnamon bun which needed nothing else with it. It was amazing!

Overall, the cinnamon buns are to die for! There’s a few other places on my “to go list” that include cinnamon buns now as it’s one of my favourite food items. I especially love cinnamon buns around Christmas time as it’s warming, inside and out! So, if you go to this diner, be sure to order yourself a cinnamon bun from here!

Highlevel Diner

10912 88 Avenue
Edmonton, AB
(780) 433-1317

June 29, 2014

Papa George’s Restaurant and Wine Bar – Jasper, AB

It’s actually funny how we made it here – I was actually both hungry and needed to use a bathroom, so we basically went to which ever restaurant that was opened, and I didn’t need to wait for a table. So, we walked inside of Papa Georges Restaurant and was greeted and seated immediately.

We really didn’t know what we wanted as it was the weird in-between hour of lunch and dinner, so we first started with their daily soup Cream of Mushroom Soup and it was creamy and delicious, although not very pretty.

As we searched the menu, I figured I wanted more a lunch item, so I picked their Blackened Salmon Sandwich, a filet of wild sockeye salmon rubbed with blackened spices, topped with vegetables and tarter sauce on ciabattia bun.

My husband choose to have more a dinner item and he opted for their Bison Meat Loaf which was an all bison meat loaf with some vegetables on the side. We were worried it would be dry, but it was still moist and the gravy on top was really good.

Our overall dining experience here was memorable. We really enjoy Jasper and the food choices they offer. The prices was at par with restaurants around.

Papa George’s Restaurant and Wine Bar

404 Connaught Dr
Jasper, AB
(780) 852-2260

June 29, 2014

Banff Ave Brewing Co – Banff, AB

Banff is always great, you can just randomly go anywhere and you know it will be wonderful! This particular day, we stumbled into Banff Ave Brewing Co right on Banff Ave which is more of a bar/pub scene. It’s not a bad place during the day either, but it really comes to life at night!

We were only half hungry and basically just wanted to grab some snacks, so grub was the best way to get it! We sat down, ordered some drinks and I choose to try their Beer Braise Pulled Pork Sandwich which was tender and flavourful pulled pork, topped with some slaw and cheese on a soft pretzel bun. It was absolutely scrumptious!

I also wanted to try their Spicy Spring Lamb and Beef Chili which was a delicious chili served in a warm sourdough bolw topped with cheese and tortilla chips. The meat was also very tender and succulent! These were the perfect snack as to what we were looking for. The portions were actually a great size if you’re looking to grab a bit and go!

Overall, the experience here was magnificent! Tons of space here for any time of day and it’s a great place to just relax and fill up your stomachs. It was nice to sit back with a drink and some food – and enjoy the afternoon.

Banff Ave Brewing Co.

Clock Tower Village Mall
2nd Floor 110 Banff Ave Banff, AB
(403) 762-1003

June 28, 2014June 28, 2014

Fiddle River Restaurant‎ – Jasper, AB

We made it to Jasper and had no idea where to eat. As we walked around it seemed like pizza and ice cream were the 2 options, so we randomly went into Fiddle River Restaurant as they had an upstairs patio – where we sat.

As mentioned, we sat on the patio, which was on the 2nd floor. It was beautiful as it looked over to the train station. It was neat as my husband likes trains!

We started off with our drinks and a bread basket came. It was really nice and relaxing – then with some fresh bread and butter, we were doing great!

We ordered an appetizer on this fine day, we tried their Earl Grey Smoked Candied Salmon cured Atlantic salmon with hickory potato cake. The candied salmon was wonderful as it was slightly sweet with a nice smoke to it.

I ordered the Fiddler’s Fish Pot which was a delicious bowl of mixed seafood with salmon, halibut, mahi mahi, prawns, mussels and clams, simmered in a tomato, saffron & fennel coconut broth. It was absolutely divine and the best fish pot I have had to date.

My husband ordered their Bison Lasagna which lasagna has always been something he adores! He loved this one as well! This one was no exception made with bison bolognese topped with a herbed ratatouille, it was delicious!

Overall, we loved this place. It’s actually bringing back smiles as I do this blog and discussing it with my husband. We’re probably going to be going back some day soon!

Fiddle River Restaurant‎

620 Connaught Dr
Jasper, AB
(780) 852-3032