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Posted on
August 25, 2011
by
Rob Campbell
Well… we have been “kidless” around our house for the last few days, so the wife and I have been enjoying some romantic nights out. My good friend Jared Kichula and his stunning wife Aja have just returned from their honeymoon, so they invited us to join them for dinner at their wonderful restaurant La Vita e Bella, in the historic Dafoe Terrace Building in Victoria Park.
La Vita e Bella has been a labor of love for Jared and Aja, and it shows in every aspect of this warm and s...
Posted on
July 25, 2011
by
Rob Campbell
Well this is a first for me. A client texted me yesterday to let me know that he was sorry that the café in Canmore that he was considering buying had “ditched”. Unsure of what he meant, I called to ask. He informed me that a family member who lives in Canmore was told that the owners of the restaurant had done a “midnight move” and stripped the place bare. Not only that, but they had left a DEAD horse on the front lawn!
Not that I didn’t believe him or his kin,...
Posted on
March 6, 2011
by
Rob Campbell
Can I use the word “WOP” without offending my many Italian friends? Well…. in this case I don’t have a choice and if I offend you with the reference, then go down to 1216 - 9th Ave SE, walk upstairs and tell Executive Chef Angelo Contrada and his business partner Jesse Johnson how you feel. But while you’re there..... try the pizza!!
This is the latest homerun from the duo that brought us Sugo in 2001. WOP is located right next door to Sugo in the old Nectar Desserts...
Posted on
October 1, 2010
by
Rob Campbell
I just want to take a minute to thank the Alefantis Brothers of The Broken Plate Group of Restaurants for the invite to last Saturday's inaugural Greek Poker Tourny. All of the profits went to benefit the Calgary Hellenic Society's Special Projects Fund.
Now... being a poker virgin, I was a little hesitant to sit down at the tables. But after hearing that the 4th place player had never played before, and had a set of rules in his pocket, I am bound and determined to play next time!
The cast of characters...
Posted on
May 27, 2010
by
Rob Campbell
Doing our best to get in a little "no kids/date time" last week, my wife and I managed to escape for a few hours and enjoy some patio time on Stephen Ave. With the weather as warm as it was, the patios were packed, but we were glad to get a space at Divino's. We enjoyed a number of appetizer plates (the House Made Rabbit Sausage was outstanding!), and a great bottle of wine (2007 Robert Weil Riesling). Our server Brett was very well versed on the menu and wine list and made the evening.
While we were...
Posted on
March 8, 2010
by
Rob Campbell
Well it was another reason to hire a babysitter and explore the Calgary food scene, my lovely wife's birthday! When our close friends Oliver and Meg Malana (Oliver is the GM of Canadian Linen here in Calgary) heard the reason for the proposed night out, they quickly called one of Oliver's accounts and made reservations. This was my first visit to Il Sogno, so the anticipation was high to sample the culinary artistry I had heard so much about.
We arrived a few minutes early and were greeted with a...
Posted on
November 11, 2009
by
Rob Campbell
It was an amazing night of music, food and friendship at the University of Calgary Theatre on Monday night as the AHEPA Family, The Broken Plate Restaurants and the Alefantis Family sponsored an evening of music to benefit FARA and the search for a cure for Friedreich's Ataxia. This debilitating disease has recently touched the Greek community in Calgary and they rallied to raise as much money as possible to aid in researching a treatment and hopefully a cure. Dana and I were very grateful to be invited...
Posted on
November 1, 2009
by
Rob Campbell
Got an email this morning from my buddy Rob Hilditch of the Joey's Only group of companies, telling me he is growing a moustache (Texas handlebar with a soul patch I was later informed) to raise money for Prostate Cancer research. So after I stopped shaking with laughter and found my Blackberry on the floorboard of my truck, (all the while trying not to drive off the road) I fired up the laptop and donated $50 bucks to this physically impossible, yet very good cause on behalf of Rob's efforts.
Now...
Posted on
October 14, 2009
by
Rob Campbell
On Saturday night I met some friends at 1600 World Bier Haus, in the Glenmore Landing Shopping Centre at 90th Ave and 14thStreet SW, to celebrate a birthday. Now, it was a short notice kinda thing, so when it was put together, I got a call asking if there was anyway I might be able to help out with getting us a table. (I know a couple of people in the restaurant and pub biz I guess was the rationale for the call, LOL)
Well... I sheepishly called my good friend George Haralabakos to...
Posted on
October 4, 2009
by
Rob Campbell
Once again, Twitter has lead me to another unique find, a Blog by a local Calgary foodie!
If you are into eatin', loungin' or just plain hangin out, this is a great look at the Calgary food scene from the eyes of a local lover of food and traveler. Take a minute and scroll through the tastes and textures of ugonnaeatthat.com. I enjoyed it, and I know you will too!
Cheers!
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Here is a new listing that I am happy to post in Calgary. Here is a great opportunity to acquire an existing quick service restaurant location in a strong northwest Calgary trade area without having to start from scratch. This location is already built out for food service use and may appeal to an owner operator, growing local brand, franchise group, or buyer looking for a ready-made restaurant space that can be operated under the existing concept or potentially converted to a new food service model.
The space benefits from an established commercial area with surrounding residential growth, steady traffic, and access to a customer base that supports takeout, dine in, and delivery style operations. The existing improvements may help reduce the time, cost, and uncertainty that typically comes with opening a new restaurant location.
A buyer may choose to continue with the current concept, subject to the required approvals and agreements, or explore bringing in their own restaurant brand, menu, and operating style. Any change in concept, use, assignment, or tenancy would be subject to landlord approval and any applicable municipal, licensing, and regulatory requirements.
Business name, exact location, lease information, and additional operating details will only be released to qualified buyers after a signed confidentiality agreement has been received. 
Here is a new listing that I am happy to post in 109 6404 Bowness ROAD NW in Calgary. Prime Restaurant & Pub Opportunity in the Heart of Bowness
Come and look at a rare opportunity to secure a fully renovated, turn key restaurant and pub space in one of Northwest Calgary’s most established and community driven neighbourhoods. Located along vibrant Bowness Road, this well designed premises offers exceptional visibility, strong local traffic, and a hyper local customer base that values quality, comfort, and community minded operators.
With upgrades throughout, including a large two sided hood fan in the spacious kitchen, this space is ready to support a wide range of food and beverage concepts.
The wide open interior provides excellent flow for both dining and bar service, while the flexible layout lends itself well to a sports pub focused concept, family-friendly dining and neighbourhood pub in this underserved area. There is an area that would lend it self to a games area for pinball and retro arcade games.
Bowness continues to grow, drawing young families, long-term residents, and visitors seeking authentic local experiences. This location is ideally positioned for a well qualified operator to establish a thriving destination with room to build loyalty and expand offerings over time.
Whether you’re looking to introduce a new concept or expand your existing brand, this is a turn-key space with outstanding potential, strong bones, and the opportunity to become a cornerstone of a tightly knit community. 
Here is a new listing that I am happy to post in 9432 Hwy 3 & 95 in Out of Province_Alberta. Great opportunity to own, Development of fully serviced RV park and Resort, in the heart of Kootenays, Rockies. - Crown land all around.- 3/4 mile of Moyie river frontage- Approximately 100 + Acres of Land on both sides of the Major Hwy, only 10 km from the 24 hour open, Kingsgate U.S. Border. About 45 acres on one and 60 acres on the other side of the Major Hwy(3/95).- Land is UNZONED, so any other kind of development( i.e. Motel, gas station & convenient store, or liquor store, is possible to add on to. Unlimited future potential. - Site has own gravel, dirt, rocks available for use. - Cleared path to Forestry Trunk Road- All environmental studies/report's completed.- Own Excavator, dump truck , compactor, golf cart, Tractor Mower.- 30 Amp and 50 Amp power to sites.- Water, Sewer, telephone(TELUS), Internet access.- Cell phone coverage.- 911 coverage and availability.- Many sites can be used as trailer park(Large lots).- Took 7 years to permit and develop. LOCATION- 12 Km. from, 24 Hr. open, KINGSGATE U.S. Border.- 2 Km. from Town of Yahk, B.C.- Off the Main Hwy(3/95).- 65 kilometres from Cranbrook, and 45 Km. from Creston.- Many golf courses and lakes near by. Moyie lake about 10 minutes away.- Great outdoors, with access to urban facilities.- Whole Park fenced and burmed. (enclosed with gate access).- Forestry Trunk road access from 60+ acres(on other side of the Hwy.) BUILDINGS ON SITE- 2500+ Sq. ft. restaurant building(empty, and needs some work).- 2000 Sq. ft. house.(on 9482 adjacent property)- about 5000 Sq.Ft covered shed/common area for park user's.- Office building with attached 2 room apartment.- Tool shed and workshop.- Sewer treatment plant and building.- Water treatment building.- Electrical meter sheds(8).- M+F Common Bathrooms and Laundry building.- 5 acres of common area - grassed, and playground. sites(all on the RIVER side of the Hwy). Phase I -135 sites ready to go - has 30 river front sites and 105 other sites. Phase 2 - 60+ sites, can be hooked up to existing structures with minimal cost - 30 river front sites and 30+ other sites - only need to be hooked up to the main water line and sewer line - both plants are all in place. Revenue Potential: there're two ways to rent out the sites (as it is commonly done in the area) - Lease/Sale of each site, or Lease only of each site, it can also be a mixture of both, Lease/sale gives the buyer of the site to sell the lease in the future (and make profit), with Lease sale, the buyer pays a yearly maintenance fee for the site to us, Lease sale returns your capital immediately, Lease only we retain the ownership of the site, potential/projection for both avenues of revenue can be provided upon serious inquiry. Be Your Own Boss! |
