February Foodie Finds: Exploring Edmonton’s Culinary Scene

Edmonton’s winter charm is best complemented by its vibrant food culture. Whether you’re craving a cozy brunch, adventurous international flavours, or decadent desserts, February is the perfect time to explore. With Edmonton’s Best Hotels’ 123 Rewards Deal, you can earn up to $225 in rewards, turning your foodie getaway into an even more rewarding experience.

Here’s your guide to Edmonton’s must-visit culinary destinations, all verified as open and active in 2025.

Brunch Spots to Start Your Day

Start your day with one of Edmonton’s best brunches, where local ingredients meet inspired creations:

  • Toast Culture: Famous for its innovative, locally sourced dishes, Toast Culture is a brunch hotspot. Try their modern avocado toast or savoury breakfast bowls for a meal that highlights Edmonton’s culinary creativity​.
  • Under the High Wheel: This Old Strathcona staple is perfect for farm-to-table brunch enthusiasts. Their fluffy pancakes and house-made sausages are wintertime comfort food at its finest​.
  • Cafe Bicyclette: Nestled in La Cité Francophone, this French-inspired café offers delicious brunch dishes in a cozy setting. Enjoy their croque-monsieur by the outdoor firepit, wrapped in a blanket, for a truly Canadian winter experience​.

Savour International Flavours

Take your taste buds on a global adventure with Edmonton’s rich array of international dining options:

  • Padmanadi: A vegan mainstay, Padmanadi redefines plant-based dining with Indonesian and Asian-inspired dishes. Don’t miss their signature soy-based “chicken” and creamy coconut curry​.
  • Old Beverly Cafe: A hidden gem with a menu that bridges Canadian and global tastes. Featuring Mediterranean-inspired plates and comforting classics, this café offers a cosy, welcoming atmosphere​.
  • Sofra Turkish Cuisine: Traditional Turkish dishes like savoury kebabs, lentil soup, and sweet baklava take centre stage here. The elegant setting and authentic flavours transport diners to the heart of Turkey​.

Sweet Treats and Dessert Hotspots

Indulge your sweet tooth at these top Edmonton dessert destinations:

  • Made by Marcus: This artisan ice cream shop is celebrated for its inventive flavours like roasted strawberry buttermilk. Even in winter, their creamy creations are irresistible​.
  • The Colombian: Known for its specialty coffee and fresh alfajores, this café is a haven for dessert lovers. Pair your treat with a smooth latte for the ultimate pairing​.
  • Chocorrant Pâtisserie + Café: A Parisian-style patisserie offering buttery croissants and vibrant macarons, Chocorrant is a must-visit for anyone seeking an elevated dessert experience​.

Craft Breweries to Cap Off Your Day

Edmonton’s craft beer scene is thriving, with breweries offering unique brews and inviting atmospheres:

  • Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company: This brewery focuses on innovative beers crafted for adventurous drinkers. Their tasting flights provide the perfect introduction to Edmonton’s craft beer culture​.
  • Sea Change Brewing Co.: A local favourite, Sea Change combines bold beers like Prairie Fairy with a welcoming, laid-back vibe​.
  • Campio Brewing Co.: This downtown brewery blends urban style with bold beer flavours. Pair their hoppy brews with wood-fired pizzas for a perfect evening​.

123 Rewards Deal: Your Culinary Adventures Made Better

Edmonton’s Best Hotels makes your trip even more rewarding with the 123 Rewards Deal.

Here’s how it works:

  • Book a 1, 2, or 3-night stay and earn rewards to the value of up to $225.
  • Redeem rewards as cash, gas, or meal cards, perfect for fuelling your foodie adventures or saving on travel expenses.

Imagine exploring Edmonton’s vibrant culinary scene, knowing that your stay comes with extra rewards to enhance your experience.

Conclusion

This February, let Edmonton’s culinary scene warm your heart and delight your taste buds. From creative brunches to international delicacies, decadent desserts, and bold craft beers, there’s something for every palate. Pair your adventure with Edmonton’s Best Hotels’ 123 Rewards Deal for a stay that’s as rewarding as it is delicious.

Plan your February foodie escape today and discover the best of Edmonton—one unforgettable bite at a time.

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The “1,2, 3 Pick Your Rewards”, Terms and Conditions and Blackout Dates 

Rewards Program campaign dates

Reward package available to book from January 5, 2022 for stays to December 31, 2025 for rewards except for possible blackout dates. At present there are no blackout dates scheduled.

Rewards are subject to while supplies last.  Substitutions of equivalent kind, value may be made as necessary.  Rewards are non-transferable, no cash value, no cash back.

  • Rewards are non-transferable, non-exchangeable, have no cash value, no cash back.
  • Rewards cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion.
  • Reward deal is net non-commissionable.

Blackout dates

At present there are no blackout dates scheduled. 

In the event blackout dates are scheduled, any guest who makes a booking for a hotel stay during the blackout period prior to the blackout period being named will receive the rewards they are booked for. 

Rewards Program offerings

Book one night’s stay with Edmonton’s Best Hotels and receive your choice of one of three $50 rewards excluding blackout dates:

  • $50 Gas Card or
  • $50 Prepaid Mastercard, or
  • $50 Ultimate Dining Card

Book two night’s stay with Edmonton’s Best Hotels and receive your choice of one of five reward packages excluding blackout dates:

  • $150 prepaid MasterCard, or
  • $75 Gas card and $75 MasterCard, or
  • $75 Gas card and $75 Ultimate Dining Card, or

Book three night’s stay with Edmonton’s Best Hotels and receive your choice of one of four reward packages excluding blackout dates:

  • Three Night Reward 1: $225 Prepaid Mastercard
  • Three Night Reward 3: $75 Ultimate Dining Card + $75 Prepaid Mastercard + $75 Gas Card

One choice of reward per stay. 

Guest must be 18 years of age or older at time of redemption. 

Virtual Prepaid Mastercard offer three convenient ways to shop. You can use it for online purchases anywhere Mastercard is accepted, add it to your mobile wallet for contactless in-store payments, or request a physical card after activation for traditional in-store purchases.

Rewards distribution

Rewards will be emailed directly to guests within 48 hours of Edmonton’s Best Hotels confirming their check-in.  Rewards are not provided by the hotel’s front desk.   All rewards are sent electronically. 

Reservations

Guest must reserve a minimum of 24 hours prior to arrival.

Rewards are NOT available for reservations made less than 24 hours in advance of arrival.

Reservations made directly with hotels and not through Edmonton’s Best Hotels are not eligible for rewards. No exceptions. Rewards are only provided to guests who book through Edmonton’s Best Hotels online booking platform.  Booking reservation confirmations will have Edmonton’s Best Hotels branding on them. Rewards not provided for hotel reservations during specified blackout dates.

Reservations cannot be extended by hotels for additional rewards.

Guests may add a night to an existing one-night deal reservation and receive additional rewards if the request is made a minimum of 24 hours in advance of arrival.

Booking terms and conditions

Rewards provided for more than one night, must be for consecutive nights under one registration under one name at one property. In addition, no more than up to three consecutive nights will be honoured. If a guest checks in for three days and then checks out and re-checks in for the next day, this is considered a consecutive night booking even if the second booking is made at different hotel.  

There must be a minimum of three days between bookings.

Multiple reservations for the same person for the same night(s) is considered a double booking and only one of those bookings will be eligible for rewards. For example, if a guest books two nights on x and y date and then makes another two-night booking for the same dates at the same hotel or another hotel, EBH considers this a double booking and will honour rewards for only one of those bookings. 

Is there a limit on the number of bookings I make on different dates?  Edmonton Best Hotels welcomes repeat business.  Some of our guests visit Edmonton every month.  Please note as stated earlier there must be a minimum of three days between bookings. Please also note stated blackout dates.

Cancelling and date changes to reservations

If a guest wants to cancel or change the dates of their booking.

What if I want to cancel my booking?  Edmonton Best Hotels must cancel your booking (not the hotel).  If you want to cancel, contact info@edmh.ca and let us know.  We will cancel your booking and send you a cancellation number for your records.  Please do not cancel directly with the hotel.

What if I want to change the dates of my booking?  You must contact Edmonton Best Hotels at info@edmh.ca and let us know you want to make a date change.  Your original booking must be cancelled first.  You will receive a cancellation number for your records.  Then, you must rebook for your new dates.  The hotel nor Edmonton’s Best Hotels cannot make date changes to the original booking.  Please note this does not guarantee you will receive the same hotel rate when you rebook for different dates.

Any questions, please contact Edmonton Best Hotels at info@edmh.ca 

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