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GADO, ROSEWOOD FOODS
HAPPY
& OLIVE
Let’s face it, brunch is pretty awesome, no matter where you go. Eggs. Pancakes. Waffles. Fruit. Sauces. Bacon. But, a Sunday brunch at Happy & Olive stands out because of the little details. Chicken and Waffles comes with a coleslaw that’s covered in spicy sauce. The French Toast is laden with bananas, as well as a scattering of spiced cashews. This Crestwood space is great for people watching, the coffee-refill offers are plentiful, and there are one or two fine details added to each and every dish that push them from “great” to “excellent.” —S.S.
● 9640 142 ST. NW
● 825-401-4958
● HAPPYANDOLIVE.CA
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PIP
Does the term “greasy spoon” apply
to places that aren’t, well, greasy? If we’re talking about a go-to brunch spot that doesn’t break the bank and can
be reliably trusted to come correct with the eggs, bacon and hash any day of the week, then Old Strathcona’s Pip certainly fits the bill. With bright, chic decor and a beanie-clad clientele, Pip has become a staple brunch spot for the Whyte Avenue cool crowd looking to ease their Sunday morning hang-
xiety. But even if you’re not in need of a hot-hollandaise infusion to mend what ails you, Pip is a culinary delight. Think buttered Blue Crab Eggs Benny with those deep orange yolks, dill-infused hollandaise on fresh sourdough toast and cast-iron Dutch pancakes (drool).
If this is what a hipster’s greasy spoon looks like, slap on my beanie and sign me up. —J.C.
● 10335 83 AVE. NW
● 780-760-4747
● PIPYEG.COM
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