Buzz Job

Last night most of us, in town for the folk Festival meetings went over to the Virtigo Theatre, situated in an ironically appropriate location, at the foot of the Calgary Tower, to see Buzz Job, billed as the true story of Cal Cavendish.

This calaboration between David van Belle and Kris Demeanor brings us Cal Cavindish's last gig and walks us through Cal's life and what for him was the last straw and the event/adventure that changed everything.

Kris Demeanor and his Crack band give us a great story and some really good music, some of Cals, some written by Chris Demeanor. It is a sad and funny story. I am not sure when I have laughed so much.

As an added treat, Cal was there last night and after the play was invited up to play a few songs and to meet the audience.

The play has a short run so, if you happen to be in Calgary. Get a ticket pronto.

You won't regret it.

Nellie's For Breakfast

If you are in Calgary and are looking for a basic, old fashioned, diner breakfast, in my experience, you can't beat Nellie's. You won't find some packaged deep fried potatoes passed off as hash browns here. The servings are substantial and the service is casual and friendly. They have the feel of old fashioned diners.

There are five Nellie's restaurants in Calgary, two within a couple of block of each other on 17th Avenue. I can vouch for both of those ones but I haven't tried the others.

A couple of eggs easy over, hash browns, toast and sausage along with some good coffee will take you easily to lunch, and beyond. So next time you are in Calgary, relax, settle in, read the paper and have a few cups of coffee. The staff are friendly and they don't seem to mind when you take your time. It is just a great way to start the day.

Five star breakfast everytime.