#InsideEdmonton Edmonton by SALINA YARA HALABI
Edmonton
CHBA - EDMONTON REGION 2022 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING
WHAT’S HAPPENING On Saturday, April 2nd, the Canadian Home Builders’ Association - Edmonton Region honoured some of the industry’s best at their annual Awards of Excellence in Housing gala. The 2022 awards welcomed guests back to an in-person event, which took over the Shaw Conference Centre with a Roaring Twenties theme. Fabulous food and entertainment set the celebratory tone of the evening, which was all about putting the spotlight on Edmonton’s finest in home building, community development, renovations, sales and marketing. The most anticipated awards of the night were the coveted Builder of the Year trophies. This year’s winners were Encore Master Builder for Small Volume, Coventry Homes for Large Volume, and Cantiro for Multi-Family. The 2o22 awards showcased another year of spectacular quality, innovation, and creativity that is present in Edmonton’s housing and renovation industry. For a complete list of all the winners from the evening visit chbaedmonton.ca
All about the new in 2022
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Check out these fresh, new and fabulous businesses for some the most exciting and exceptionally delicious bites in the city.
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Rally Social Room
Flirty Bird
Birch & Bear Pizza
This comfort food destination comes from the team behind the authentic Cajun and Creole eats of Louisiana Purchase. Expect a flavourful soul-food inspired menu and a delicious, Instagram-worthy weekend breakfast and brunch line-up (like the 5-stack pancake tower!). Find them within downtown’s Matrix Hotel.
A new night-out destination has opened its doors on Whyte Ave! Located within the iconic Old Strathcona Post Office, you’ll find craft food (like their signature NY style pizza), a drink menu with fun cocktails and an impressive beer menu here. Plus, the incredible space features a variety of social games – including ping pong.
This Nashville-style hot chicken restaurant (originally from YYC) has opened its first Edmonton location. Indulge in crispy chicken sandwiches, tenders, and some perfectly paired sides like crinkle cut fries, macaroni salad, and creamy slaw. You’ll also be able to choose from six levels of heat! Visit them at 10455 Whyte Ave.
From the creators of Toast Culture, comes a west coast inspired artisan pizzas & salad spot that is sure to be a hit. The fusion menu includes vegan & vegetarian pizzas and salads (“The Birch”), as well as some carnivore focused options (“The Bear”) – like their Korean Bulgogi Beef pizza! Find them at 11965 Jasper Ave.
New Home + Condo Guide | April 29–May 27, 2022
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