Fellow Beyonders,
This forum is filled with people of varying tastes. Some love a great steak; others love it spicy and have a kick in their lives; while others prefer a relaxing meal with 'comfort food'.
I read Where's '75 Tastes of Calgary' (http://www.where.ca/the-west/alberta...es-of-calgary/) a while back and I've tried some of the ones listed and so far, I agree with what they have.
But I think we can come up with a better list.
So here is my challenge. I think if Beyond helps out and contribute, we can easily make a list of 100 things to try in Calgary. Things that we can brag to tourists or friends, whatever...
'(This) is awesome over at (here)' or,
'you gotta try (this) at (there)!'
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We have come up with a new and fun system to promote the foodie scene within Beyond and to keep the integrity of the list at a high.
There will be a bulk list of dishes that people like but only one dish per restaurant can exist in 'Verified by Beyond.ca' List.
The goal is to have a list of 100 dishes verified by fellow Beyonders.
RULES
1. The list is never solid; any dish in the 'Verified by Beyond.ca' list can be challenged and dethroned, but the challenger has to provide a competing dish.
2. In order to be on the 'Verified by Beyond.ca' list, it has to win against a competing dish of similar caliber
3. Competing dishes are lined up based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Within proximity of each other (Will probably take precedence in the Beyond Foodie Meets for planning purposes)
- Type of meal (ex Main course vs. Main course)
- Similarity of dish (ex. Pho vs. Pho)
-Similarity of cuisine (ex. Japanese sushi vs. Japanese ice cream)
4. If all criteria cannot be met, then the dish will be put in a 'battle royale' pool and will compete randomly with other dishes
5. The competing dishes requires 2 foodies to cast votes (3 in case of a tie-breaker). There can only be one dish out of the two competing dishes to be honored with the 'Verified by Beyond.ca' badge.
6. The foodies will try out either a dish or both dishes in question. It can be done by themselves and reporting back on the thread, or a Beyond Foodie Meat. Beyonders through most positive reviews, will determine which of the two belongs in 'Verified by Beyond.ca'
7. The dish will be graded on:
- Taste
- Presentation
8. Each foodie has to state the dish they tried, why the dish they picked out of the two is the best and deserves to be on the list. Likewise, tell us if you don't think it belongs in the verified list. Use the template below,
9. If there are different dishes from the same restaurant, they are considered to be duplicates and must compete in-house to be 'Verified by Beyond.ca'; no sudden challenges between dishes!- Dish Chosen:
- Taste:
- Presentation:
- Does it Deserve to Be On Beyond's List? (Y/N):
10. If a dish cannot be ordered under any circumstances, it loses contention and/or their spot on the list
11. If there are >2 unique endorsements for the same dish before any challenge has been implemented, it's automatically verified by 'Beyond.ca'
12. Eat, live, and have fun!
13. CCR is optional lol. Whoever wants to play when we do a foodie meet, has to say they want to play before ordering and must sit together so it's simple for the waiting staff.
EDITED: August 15, 2014
Challenge:
THE BULK LIST:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8F...it?usp=sharing
The following has been verified by Beyond.ca members:
Donuts @ MARKET
Gnocchi @ Borgo Trattoria
4-Maggi Pizza @ UNA
Lobster Poutine @ Brava
Lobster Poutine @ National
Crab Rolls @ Model Milk
Gladys Ridge @ Burger 320
Chicken Liver Parfait @ Black Pig Bistro
Chili Goma @ Shiki Menya
House Roll @ Zipang
Mafiosa Pizza @ Pizzeria Gaga
Duck Fat Poutine @ Charcut
14oz Ribeye at Vintage @ Vintage
Soul In A Bowl @ Over Easy
Brownie @ Choklat
Pumpkin Pie @ Blackfoot Diner
Spicy Italian Sub @ Spolumbo's
Halo-Halo @ Pacific Hut
Rose and Lychee Macaron @ Yann Haute Patisserie
Tenderloin @ LeVilla
Bistecca @ Mercato
Beef Tataki @ Shibuya
Matsaman Curry @ The White Elephant
Smoked Meat Sandwich @ Alberta's King of Subs
Sate Beef Pho @ Basil
Swimming Rama @ Chili Club Thai House
Potato, Onion, Bacon & Cheese Pannenkoek (w/ Sour Cream) @ Pfanntastic Pannenkoek Haus
Chicken/Beef Donair @ Jimmy's A&A
Duck Poutine @ Laurier Lounge
Crabcakes @ La Vita E Bella
Wild Rose Oatmeal Stout @ Wild Rose Brewery
So come on, foodies! Discuss and let the drool out. It's okay.