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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Restaurant Spotlight: Blink</title>
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Blink is a great choice for dining in Calgary when you’re looking for a restaurant for all occasions. It’s not only in a beautiful location in downtown Calgary but the restaurant offers a sophisticated yet humble approach their guests’ dining experience. This Calgary Restaurant and Bar offers delicious food in a great location found in the heart of downtown Calgary on the historic Stephen Avenue. Make your reservation for lunch or dinner and see why everyone’s choosing Blink over the rest. 


What to Expect


The restaurant is located at 111, 8th Avenue SW in Calgary with hours from Monday through Saturday. Stop in for lunch from 11am to 2pm on weekdays and dinner hours from 5pm to 11pm Monday through Saturday. You’ll enjoy fine dining, a full bar and a sophisticated yet humble atmosphere. Enjoy a culinary journey inspiring your taste buds.


You’ll love the sights, smells and textures found in the restaurant’s cuisine and ambiance. Enjoy a wine list from the region, California and Europe as well as fresh, local, seasonal menu options. The modern interior, contemporary dining and relaxing atmosphere will make you fall in love with Blink.


The Menu


The menu features American and French cuisine. Start with a soup, salad or appetizer like the Asparagus Soup, the Steelhead Trout and the Salad of Old West Ranch buffalo mozzarella with burnt walnut puree, watercress, mint and lemon vinegar.


For your main course, try the Wild caught Pacific halibut, the Angus striploin of beef, the Roast filet of red spring salmon or the Fresh tagliatelle. All of the dishes support local family farms in Alberta. Their main suppliers include Poplar Bluff Organics and Fifth Element Fine Foods.


When you arrive to Blink you’ll notice the hardwood floors, the beautiful white chairs, the modern simplicity and the historic brick walls with wine racks and beautiful art. You’ll feel spoiled eating with such beautiful dishes and you’ll feel nice and cozy sitting on one of their plush leather chairs at a table or the bar. Enjoy the luxury, comfort and sophistication found only at Blink in Calgary.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2015 11:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Which Vintage Clothing Stores are the Best in Calgary?</title>
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Where do you go in Calgary when you’re looking for a good vintage outfit for your closet? Fortunately for Calgary folks, there are some excellent places to shop. You don’t want to wear what everyone else is wearing from the mall; you want something truly unique, timeless and that everyone will envy but not be able to get themselves.


Since the city has some of the best vintage shops selling everything from basic T’s to big names in fashion, you’ll have no trouble stocking your closet on a budget. Here is a look at the stores to check out in Calgary.


Vespucci Ladies’ Consignment – 8244 Elbow Drive SW


Vespucci is the perfect place to shop because all of their pieces are resales of designer and luxury fashion. They sell women’s clothing, furs and accessories. Find only high-end items that vintage lovers will drool over. It’s one of the largest consignment shops in Canada.


Pretty Little Things – 1317 9th Avenue SE


If you head over to Ramsay, there’s a little boutique called Pretty Little Things featuring more than just high-end apparel. You can furnish your home and find some great antiques too Check out the items hand-selected by Debbie Dalen.


Cat’s Eye Vintage – 1235 17th Avenue SW


When you’re looking for a store that is definitely going to have a great piece from the 20’s or even the 80s, Cat’s Eye Vintage is the perfect stop. They only hold retro fashion, accessories, furniture and collectables from the 20s through the 80s. You’ll find the perfect costume for that upcoming party and some great timeless pieces to add to your closet.


Check out these shops around Calgary for your vintage clothing needs.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2015 11:18:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Restaurant Spotlight: Rouge</title>
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Located just south of the Bow River, Rouge nests in a cozy corner at the intersection of 8 and 12 Southeast. With a garden on-site that provides many of the ingredients for the delicacies served under its roof, Rouge exemplifies the concept of farm to table. Keep reading to learn more about what this delicious restaurant has to offer you.


The Property


The entirety of the Rouge's property encompasses six lots and flourishes with trees, gardens and flowers. When dining, you can sit in one of many different areas of the house, or if weather and season permits, out on the patio or in the garden. The garden is tended by the chefs and staff, and provides a spectacular view when dining on the patio.


The Menu


The highlights of their dinner offerings are many. The playful Greens, Eggs, &amp; Ham are a delicious combination with the rhubarb mostarda playing a sweetly tart counterpoint to the moist duck. The brown-butter poached halibut is also amazing with the herbed gnocchi cooked wonderfully.


The lunch menu also has its stars, among them the Rabbit Confit with the sweet nettle cavatelli. The seared Itsumo Tuna with pickled Hana seaweed was sublime with the peashoot salad a green crunch counterpoint to the richness of the tuna.


If you are in an adventurous mood, Rouge offers a Chef's tasting menu with a wine flight. This allows you to sample creations that you won't find on the standard menu. The optional wine pairings come in a standard and a deluxe, both of which have their merits.


Reservations


For a special evening with a loved one, or a casual celebration with friends, Rouge is happy to help you. Call for reservations today and look forward to a wonderful night of food, wine and friends. With the reservation, you can ensure you get one of the better tables in the joint.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2015 11:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Discover Full Relaxation at Sante Spa</title>
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Santé Spa, located near downtown Victoria, offers several relaxing options to suit your pampering needs. There are packages for women, men, and couples. Here is a little more about what you can get out of this spa and how you can fully relax.


Facials


Refresh your entire body and mind with the Quartz Crystal Facial Experience, which includes a foot and back massage. They even have a teen facial that is specialized specifically for teenager's needs. For men, the sports facial will take care of refreshing the skin, dryness, and razor burn.


Massages


There are several massage packages available. There massages use a combination of stone placement, essential oils, and a bath to relax the muscles, leaving you with a relaxed, energetic feeling when you go back out that door. There are also massage packages suitable for expectant mothers and mothers who just gave birth.


Manicures and pedicures


Why not have a girl's afternoon out with a group of friends or some special mother daughter time? Have your choice of an essential manicure or get extra soaking and exfoliation with a signature manicure or pedicure. If you get a pedicure, make sure to wear open shoes, so they nails won't become smudged before drying.


Makeup lessons


A unique feature at Santé Spa is makeup classes. Their makeup contains SPF, protecting your skin from the sun. Have makeup applied while learning how to improve or enhance your at home makeup routine.


Group packages


Getting a massage or facial for two will be a good experience for mother and daughter or a couple. Upgrade the experience to Coast to Clouds Escape Package that includes a foot soak and full body exfoliation.


No matter what the occasion, put your best skin forward while feeling confident at the same time by scheduling an appointment for one of their packages today.
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    <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2015 10:17:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Which Vegetarian Restaurants are the Best in Calgary?</title>
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When you are a vegetarian in a restaurant, finding something that both fits your lifestyle choice and is not just a salad can be challenging. Thankfully, vegetarianism is becoming more accepted and even catered to by eateries. Try these dining establishments the next time you want a night out.


The Himalayan


If you like spicy food, Indian is not your only vegetarian haven. The Himalayan serves Nepali dishes that can range from mild to mouth-scorchingly hot. They are not exclusively vegetarian, but many of their dishes are meatless. Order the Dal Bhat plate, which starts with a lentil soup and comes with rice, creamy spinach, and cottage cheese with a cashew tomato sauce. It comes with an amazing mango rice pudding for dessert.


Buddha's Veggie Restaurant


Buddha's Veggie Restaurant's name says it all. Even though they have switched from purely vegetarian to serving some meat dishes, they are still very careful in cooking. They have separate fryers and cook stations for meat dishes, so you can be assured that you won't be getting any trace of meat in your food. Even though the vegetarian menu may have meat names, they are completely vegetarian.


Buffet-style in a Vegetarian Friendly Market


The Sunflower Café is nestled inside of the Community Natural Foods Store. You will find something that you like with daily hot food specials, a smoothie bar, an extensive salad bar and a burrito section. There are also usually hot soups, curries and grain salads. Try the curries; you won't be disappointed with the flavours.


Just because you are vegetarian does not mean you have to be relegated to picking at lettuce when you go out to eat. Celebrate your choices and visit one of these restaurants today. You will be happy dining at any of these delicious establishments.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2015 10:10:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>What type of Luxury is found at RnR Wellness THE SPA?</title>
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Whether or not you are staying at the Fairmont Palliser Hotel, treat yourself by going to RnR Wellness. There are many advantages included in their packages. Here is a better look at what the RnR Wellness THE SPA has to offer.


Parking


Don't worry about parking when you purchase a luxury spa service. Even better, you will be all the more relaxed knowing that your parking is free for the first three hours with your purchase with a possible extension.


Spa/Hotel Combined Services


The hotel shares some of its amenities with the spa, including its heated pool, sauna, whirlpool, fitness centre, snacks, and locker rooms.


Luxury Packages


There are luxury packages available for men, women, and couples. Get a facial customized for your skin's individual needs, anti-aging, or organic in order to keep your skin healthy. Whether or not you do heavy lifting, a massage package might be just what you need to relax those right muscles.


All of the massages are sixty minutes long, and choices include an RnR classic massage that is customized to be a deep tissue or Swedish massage, basalt stone massage, or a just for you massage.


Seasonal Specials


Seasonal specials change, but currently it is time to book an appointment for some dad time at RnR Wellness for Father's Day. There are two packages to choose from: the Cave Mann package and 1 dad. The cheaper of the two is 1 dad, which offers a thirty minute quick fix massage and a thirty minute sports pedicure. The Cave Man package offers a sixty minute classic massage and a sixty minute man space facial. The Father's Day specials are only available in June.


The first part about wellness is allowing yourself or someone close to you to be treated. Order a package on their website or call to make an appointment.
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    <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2015 10:04:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Restaurant Spotlight: Model Milk</title>
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Model Milk's current building in uptown Calgary started out as a dairy that was important throughout Calgary's history. It would be only fitting to keep the milk tradition, at least within the restaurant's name, alive. One look at the menu lets you know that Model Milk is anything but milk though.


Atmosphere


Model Milk can be a little noisy at times, but that just means everyone is enjoying themselves Model Milk is an excellent place to take any out of town guests or a group of people. There are private rooms available for groups with reservations. Despite the constant action at Model Milk, you won't feel rushed by the staff at any point during your meal.


Service


Service is energetic and they are quick to make recommendations on the menu if you are not sure what to order. This can be extremely helpful if you happen to bring someone with you who never knows what they want to eat.


The Menu


The ingredients are fresh and local, and the menu items are creative with a large selection of tapas items. With so much food to try of the menu, this restaurant will be good for several people to go to in order to sample more plates. The most interesting item on the menu is rabbit mortadella, and it is possible to order a burger cooked the way you want here, even if it is medium rare Every Sunday, they serve a different themes family style supper.


There is a bar, and the bartenders are always up for a lively chat with people. There is a good selection of bottled beers and wines.


You will be guaranteed to have a fantastic dining experience at Model Milk. It is highly recommend making reservations though, since Model Milk is so popular. You will not regret giving this restaurant a try.
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    <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2015 10:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Will you Find Luxury at the Le Germain Hotel in Calgary?</title>
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Found at the food of the Calgary Tower, LE Germain Hotel provides a luxury lodging option in downtown Calgary. This hotel is just a few steps from the Arts Commons Centre, Stephen Avenue Walk and the TELUS Convention Centre.


The hotel provides 143 well-designed rooms with top-of-the-line amenities. Each room is outfitted with eco-friendly fixtures and plenty of luxury features for incredible comfort.


Rooms


The rooms provide a mix of cozy warmth and elegance with plenty of technology and amenities. A deluxe continental breakfast is provided with your stay. Rooms include:




The Classic - From $279, provides 450 square feet with one king bed, one queen bed or two queen beds.


The Signature - From $309, provides 500 square feet and a king bed.


The Privilege - From $329, provides 550 square feet, a king bed, spacious closet and reading area. This is a corner room with a view.


The Prestige - From $359, provides 650 square feet one king bed, double vanity, reading area and a spacious closet. This is a corner room with a view.


The Apartment Suite - From $759, provides 1,100 square feet with a king bed, double vanity, living and dining area, powder room and 52-inch HD TV.




The rooms are all outfitted with the finest furnishings.


The Hotel


The actual hotel complex features plenty of amenities including:




Charcut Roast House Restaurant


Fitness Room


Lounge Central 899


Sante Spa


And More




Along with the amenities, the hotel is located in the heart of Calgary and you can use the Concierge to see the city.


Overall, the Le Germain Hotel found on Centre Street SW is one of the finest luxury hotels in Calgary. It provides fine rooms, plenty of amenities and a very desirable location in downtown Calgary.
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    <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2015 10:06:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>What does Carnmoney Golf Club Offer for Members?</title>
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Members of Canmoney will enjoy plenty of great golf and more. This course provides all types of fun golf adventure with yardage ranging from 5,165 to 6,836. With multiple tee stations, it's easy for any skill level of golfer to enjoy golfing at Carnmoney.


The club was established in 1992. It's a member-owned private club found in the country setting of DeWinton, which is just south of Calgary. Les Furber designed the course and many golfers use it as a place to escape.


Carnmoney has hosted multiple tournaments including the 1997 Alberta Senior Amateur Championship, the 1998 Canadian Club Champions Championship and the Alberta Open from 2006 to 2011.


Dining at Carnmoney


Along with golf, members enjoy plenty of dining in the clubhouse, which opened in 2004. The Dunbown room provides fine dining, while Bunker's Lounge is quite a bit more casual.


The clubhouse is a great place for socializing and business functions. It's open during the season and serves both members and guests with a dress code always in effect.


Events


Carnmoney Golf Club is well-known as a top place for weddings and special events. It's one of the finest private clubs in the area and provides just what you need for your next event. The main dining room seats up to 150 with a dance floor and beautiful patios. They also offer a large member of items to choose from for your event.


Membership


Two equity membership types are offered: Individual Founders Equity Membership and Corporate A Founders Equity Membership. Three common shares and partial equity are provided with the individual membership, while a corporation can assign one designate per years.


Members also have the ability to add associate memberships for spouses, intermediate memberships for those 19 to 29 years of age and junior memberships for children ages 10 to 18.


The club also offers a limited number of annual memberships based on those inactive or out of town. A number of weekday corporate packages are also offered each year.
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    <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2015 10:16:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre Real Estate Team)</author>
        <title>Restaurant Spotlight: Raw Bar by Duncan Ly</title>
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An award-winning restaurant with plenty of great choices on the menu, Raw Bar was recently renovated and reopened. It's a Vietmodern themed restaurant with a new look. The talents of Chef Duncan Ly are showcased at the Raw Bar with plenty of great choices.


The Menu


You can enjoy the very popular Pad Thai or one of the many types of oysters provided. The restaurant offers plenty of other choices, as well, including:




Pan Seared Scallops


Grilled Whole Squid


Crispy Rice Cakes


Pork Imperial Rolls


Beef Short Rib Steamed Bun


Crispy Sweet Potato Roll


Stir Fried Gailan


Maple Ginger Black, Cod


Fried Whole Trout


Grille 8-ounce Flat Iron Steak


Lemongrass Roasted Half Duck


Pad Thai


And More




You can even enjoy the Chef's Family Collection for $35 per person. This includes Spicy Tuna &amp; Salmon Tartar, Stir Fried Gailan with XO Sauce, Chargrilled Flat Iron Steak and other choices.


For dessert you can enjoy a Green Tea Crepe Cake, House Made Chocolate Bars, Coconut Tapioca Pudding and many other delicious choices.


Of course, you will want to try one of the many house cocktails including Circa Sips, Classics, Punch Bowls, Creative Juices and more. Some of the top choices include the Kentucky Cream Soda, Rose Apero Spritzer, Aviation and many others. You can also choose from plenty of beer and wine choices.


Live Music


Local artists perform at the Raw Bar regularly. The line-up has included performers, such as Jon Matwiv, Alanna Clarke, Matt Blaiz and many others. Amy Thiessen provides a weekly set with Calgary-based musicians and you can enjoy plenty of great cocktails while the music plays.


Location and Hours


The Raw Bar is found at 119 12 Avenue SW in Calgary. They are open from 4pm to 11pm, Monday through Thursday and from 4pm to 12am on Friday and Saturday. The restaurant is close on Sundays.
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    <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2015 08:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
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