Dan Clapson
Dan Clapson is a best-selling author and award-winning food and travel writer based in Calgary. The accomplished writer has contributed to a wide range of acclaimed publications including Out Magazine, The Globe & Mail, Air Canada enRoute, Eater, Xtra, Canada’s 100 Best, Calgary Herald, Food Network Canada online and many more. Clapson’s debut cookbook 'Prairie' (co-authored by Edmonton writer Twyla Campbell) became a The Globe & Mail No. 1 Bestseller in September 2023. Clapson is also a frequent culinary expert for news outlets and programs such as Global News Calgary, The Good Stuff with Mary Berg, CTV Morning Live, CBC, and more. Outside of the food realm, Clapson is the founder of the award-winning Blue Jay Sessions music event series as well as a co-owner of The Prairie Emporium in Calgary.
The Prairie Grid Series: A brief history
Why we celebrate all things Prairie food and drink every fall
Eau Claire Distillery launches latest spirit, Rupert’s Whisky
A new Alberta-made whisky has hit the market
The Great Canadian Baking Show announces new hosts for season 4
Meet the two new faces of The Great Canadian Baking Show's upcoming season
Calgary's Common Crown Brewing named Canadian Brewery of The Year
This Calgary brewer is considered Canada's best for 2020
One day in Saskatoon: singer Theresa Sokyrka
The popular singer on delicious eats and drinks in Saskatoon
Calgary Produce Marketing Association's Fall Harvest Sale raising funds for local charities this weekend
Head to Heritage Park to buy your veggies for a great cause
New restaurant documentary "Paper Lantern" celebrates Vietnamese-Canadian family ties
Filmmaker Vicki Chau explores a multi-generational restaurant operation in Calgary
Beginner's guide to infusing spirits with fruits and herbs
Work your summer bounty even harder this year
Common Crown Brewing Co. debuts drink collaboration with Calgary Pride
Sip to celebrate the last big Canadian Pride festival of the season
One day in Vancouver: singer Chrystal Leigh of Sons of Daughters
The Canadian country singer on family food traditions, favourite eats and more.