Alana Willerton

Calgary

Digital Managing Editor at Avenue Calgary

Senior digital editor at @AvenueMagazine in #yyc. Probably out eating brunch. She/her.

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Articles

Calgary's Best Restaurants 2025 - Avenue Calgary

2 weeks ago | avenuecalgary.com | Alana Willerton |Chris Landry

At Nupo, the à la carte menu is executed with the meticulous precision and detail that's characteristic of world-class establishments. Who's Behind It Chef-Owner Darren MacLeanThe Dish to Eat The Omakase Sushi ExperienceFor chef Darren MacLean, Nupo is about honouring his mother's influence on his cooking (her maiden name, Nuponnen, inspired the restaurant's name). Nupo is an ode to her love of plants and vegan food and factors heavily into the plant-based and fish-forward menu.
There are 53 New Midway Foods to Try at the 2025 Calgary Stampede

3 weeks ago | avenuecalgary.com | Alana Willerton |Chris Landry

From Skittles-infused hot dogs to Dubai chocolate funnel cakes, there's something for everyone on the midway this year. Every year, the Calgary Stampede's list of new midway foods is one of the most anticipated reveals of the summer. As usual, this year's list features a mix of treats that are takes on classics and one-of-a-kind creations you won't find anywhere else.
Fun Art and Crafting Classes to Check Out in Calgary

3 weeks ago | avenuecalgary.com | Viancy Riana Salubre |Chris Landry |Alana Willerton

Looking for a creative outlet? There are a variety of art classes and workshops to try your hand at everything from candle making to pottery. These classes can be a great way to de-stress, learn a new skill or just express yourself. Many studios and shops offer classes for all skill levels and often provide all the materials needed to create your own unique art piece. Most studios also offer studio bookings for private parties or corporate events.
Looking for Exercise and Community? Join a Calgary Run Club

3 weeks ago | avenuecalgary.com | Chris Landry |Alana Willerton |Viancy Riana Salubre |Tsering Asha

Run clubs are a great way to get outside, get some exercise and meet new people. Here are some of the Calgary run clubs you can check out. Whether you're a professional or just getting into it, running can be hard. Working up the motivation to get yourself up, put on your running gear and get out the door for a run can be a daunting task. Run clubs can make it easier though.
The Wilde on 27 | Calgary's Best Restaurants 2025 - Avenue Calgary

3 weeks ago | avenuecalgary.com | Chris Landry |Alana Willerton

The French-influenced Canadiana cuisine and sleek 27th-floor dining room have earned this restaurant many accolades.
9 Cool Record Stores to Check Out in Calgary

1 month ago | avenuecalgary.com | Viancy Riana Salubre |Tsering Asha |Alana Willerton

Whether you're a seasoned vinyl collector or buying your first one, there's nothing quite like flipping through crates of records in search of that perfect find. At these local vinyl shops, there's something for everyone to listen to with music from all genres and decades. Owned by a father and son, this shop features all kinds of physical media including books, board games and records.
Inside Offline Wellness Club's New Sauna and Cold Plunge Facility in the Beltline

1 month ago | avenuecalgary.com | Tsering Asha |Alana Willerton

Offline Wellness Club has evolved from a running group to a social and wellness club. Last April, Nina Hill and Katherine Smith started a run club which met every Wednesday evening in Lindsay Park. While run clubs aren't anything new, Hill says they started their club specifically for people who wanted in-person community gatherings and social opportunities, whether or not they were already into running as a sport.
How Multi-Generational Living is Reshaping Calgary's Housing Market

1 month ago | avenuecalgary.com | Michaela Ream |Alana Willerton

For many Calgary homebuyers, how they're living and who they're living with is changing. Shifts in Calgary's housing market, demographics and culture are motivating many homebuyers to opt for multi-generational living. This approach is a practical, and even preferred, solution for a growing number of Calgarians. Some buyers wrestle with affordability and changing family dynamics, while others find advantages in being all together under one roof.
How Popular Calgary Brunch Spot Maven Makes its Breakfast in Manila Dish

1 month ago | avenuecalgary.com | Chris Landry |Viancy Riana Salubre |Alana Willerton

Chef Leroy Borrega breaks down one of his favourite brunch dishes showcasing Filipino flavours. Maven is well known as one of the best brunch spots in the city, sporting a menu of homestyle, yet elevated, Asian dishes from owner Mish Hobbs' childhood and culinary journey. Recently, Leroy Borrega took over the kitchen after a previous position overseeing Shokunin, and he's bringing his own Filipino heritage to the menu, including fine-dining dinners.
This Springbank Home Underwent the Ultimate Backyard Renovation

1 month ago | avenuecalgary.com | Michaela Ream |Alana Willerton

A grassy field was transformed into a luxury vacation-level backyard family resort with an infinity pool, a sunken fireplace, a mini-putt course and more. A glamourous infinity pool, an enormous sunken fireplace and a complete outdoor kitchen aren't typical features of a Calgary-area home. But, for a Springbank family of five, that was exactly the point.