Archive for December, 2007

The Wisdom of Crowds

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Calling all Edmontonians, ex-Edmontonians, and current and ex-Stalbertans!  A friend of mine from Saskatoon just got a job at the U of A and wants to know the ins and outs of the Gateway to the North.  I recommended:

- Da-De-O on Whyte for their fabulous oyster po’boys

- Phobulous (the new Vietnamese place that took over the Kyoto slot across the street from the Garneau theater) for cheap, delicious eats in a fun atmosphere

- Kyoto itself, of course

- The Garneau and Princess theaters for indie films

- The Muttart Conservatory in any other season than high summer, because OMG, can has heatstroke?

- The Urban Diner and the Glenora Grill, depending on how fancy you want to get, for tasty tasty brunch

- Nokomis, Avenue Clothing, and the Plaid Giraffe on Whyte for unique wearables

- The Mall - suggested day including mini-golf, a sea-lion show, and a Galaxyland session (or skating)

So, other ideas?  We’re especially looking for other ideas from former campus-dwellers, and for people who live in other neighbourhoods, what’s cool about your area or what neat things would you recommend?  Day-trips?  Cheesy tourist attractions?   :-)

Kickoff

OK, it’s not the hippest advent calendar out there.  But we’re three days in, man!  Get on it!