Queen's Bolognese Poutine The key to this one is obviously the sauce. Gather and prep your ingredients, follow instructions precisely – including times and temperatures, and as always, use fresh, quality ingredients. “Learn from your mistakes,” says Chef Jenny Chan of Calgary's Queens Breakfast Cocktails. “If a recipe doesn’t turn out as expected, make adjustments next time, and keep notes. Have fun, and don’t stress over perfection. Experimenting in the kitchen can lead to d

Often, the chefs we speak to are inspired by culture and cuisine from places across the globe. For Ming Shen, Executive Chef at The Derrick and Untitled in Calgary, it’s the opposite. “My cooking is influenced by North American culture and my personal experiences,” he explains. Dishes like Montreal Smoked Meat or a simple Applewood Smoked Chicken Breast score high with Chef Ming. “In the world of cooking, smoking and BBQ are like a slow dance with flavours, and it is big i