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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

Sep 19, 2020

Eau Claire Distillery launches latest spirit, Rupert’s Whisky

A new Alberta-made whisky has hit the market

Sep 17, 2020

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

Sep 16, 2020

Calgary's Common Crown Brewing named Canadian Brewery of The Year

This Calgary brewer is considered Canada's best for 2020

Sep 15, 2020

One day in Saskatoon: singer Theresa Sokyrka

The popular singer on delicious eats and drinks in Saskatoon

Sep 14, 2020

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

Sep 11, 2020

New restaurant documentary "Paper Lantern" celebrates Vietnamese-Canadian family ties

Filmmaker Vicki Chau explores a multi-generational restaurant operation in Calgary

Sep 10, 2020

Beginner's guide to infusing spirits with fruits and herbs

Work your summer bounty even harder this year

Sep 9, 2020

Common Crown Brewing Co. debuts drink collaboration with Calgary Pride

Sip to celebrate the last big Canadian Pride festival of the season

Aug 28, 2020

One day in Vancouver: singer Chrystal Leigh of Sons of Daughters

The Canadian country singer on family food traditions, favourite eats and more.

Aug 24, 2020