INTERNATIONAL FLAVOURS AT THE CALGARY STAMPEDE
Experience a world of bold flavors right on the Midway! From spicy Indian street food to savory Asian delicacies and Authentic Mexican bites, these must-try global dishes bring a taste of the world to Calgary. Check out the most eye-catching, mouthwatering international eats below!
Cowboyyaki
Vendor: Cowboyaki Description: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, brushed with teriyaki sauce and salad dressing. Filled with meat floss, seaweed strips, octopus chunks, pickled ginger, and cabbage. Every bite is a unique blend of flavors.
Korean-Waffle
Vendor: Burger Joint Description: A 5 oz. smash patty cooked to perfection, topped with pickled onions, kimchi, baby greens, pickled radish, cheese, and a drizzle of Korean BBQ aioli, served on a waffle.
Lobster Bao Bun
Description: Sold at the Dumpling Hero. A New England lobster roll with an Asian twist. Soft steamed bao bun filled with lobster meat, celery, scallions, and house mayo.
Vendor: The Dumpling Hero
Description: Crispy soft shell crab coated in a buttery garlic salted egg yolk sauce, creating a balance of savory and sweet, nestled in a fluffy steamed bao bun.
Vendor: The Dumpling Hero
Description: A seafood lover’s dream, combining both the Lobster Bao and Golden Spider Bao for the ultimate duo.
Vendor: Empanada Queen
Description: Hot dog topped with fresh tomato, guacamole, and chimichurri aioli for a South American twist.
Vendor: The Dumpling Hero
Description: Crispy soft shell crab coated in a buttery garlic salted egg yolk sauce, creating a balance of savory and sweet, nestled in a fluffy steamed bao bun.
Vendor: The Dumpling Hero
Description: A seafood lover’s dream, combining both the Lobster Bao and Golden Spider Bao for the ultimate duo.
Vendor: Empanada Queen
Description: Hot dog topped with fresh tomato, guacamole, and chimichurri aioli for a South American twist.
Vendor: Wiggle Chips
Description: Crispy taters topped with sliced chicken tossed in homemade Chana masala sauce, green chili, diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and onions. Garnished with fresh coriander and ginger.
Vendor: Jamaican Mi Juicy
Description: Two 8-inch tortillas stuffed with shredded cheddar cheese, jalapeños, corn, and jerk chicken, deep-fried to perfection.
Vendor: Curry N Hurry
Description: Delicate fish fry coated in gram flour, seasoned with Indian spices, and fried until crispy. A staple Indian appetizer.
Chicken 65 Bao Buns
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Vendor: Mumbai Bites
Description: Crispy chicken chunks tossed in Indo-Chinese 65sauce, served in steamed bao buns. Includes 3 pieces. Review: "Bold, crispy, and packed with flavor—Chicken 65 BaoBuns are the undisputed international food champion of the Calgary Stampede!"
CRAZIEST FOOD CREATIONS AT THECALGARY STAMPEDEThe
The Calgary Stampede is famous for pushing food to the extreme, and this year’s wildest creations are no exception! From deep-fried delicacies to outrageous flavor mashups, these one-of-a-kind bites are as daring as they are delicious—are you brave enough to try them?
Vendor: Avatara Pizza
Description: A thin-crust flatbread pizza featuring alligator pepperoni, caramelized onions, crushed tomatoes, and sustainably grown basil.
Vendor: Mr. Vegetable
Description: Pickled French fries, seasoned and fried to perfection ,topped with Quebec cheese curds and hot gravy. The perfect fusion of dill and poutine!
Vendor: Concessions Inc
Description: A burger served on a watermelon sesame bun with feta, spinach, fresh mint, and balsamic reduction. Also available as vegetarian.
Vendor: Rick's Pizza
Description: Hand-tossed dough topped with creamy dill sauce, mozzarella cheese, crispy dill pickle chips. Served as a slice.
Vendor: BBQ BOSS
Description: Breadsticks flavored with spicy sriracha, dill pickle vinegar ranch, and a garlic spice mix, garnished for extra flavor.
Vendor: BBQ BOSS
Description: A chicken sandwich with chipotle aioli, toasted coconut chicken, fried onion, citrus slaw, bacon, and optional pickled jalapeños.
Vendor: The Poutine King
Description: Fresh-cut fries, cheese curds, and rich gravy topped with sweet pickle slices, sour pickle slices, baby greens, and drizzled with jalapeño lime aioli for a tangy twist.
Vendor: Attavito's Fries
Description: Crispy fresh-cut fries topped with cheese curds, dill pickle chips,and smothered in homemade creamy dill sauce. A must-try for pickle lovers!
Vendor: The Colossal Onion
Description: A colossal onion with a sweet and spicy twist, featuring candied jalapeños known as Cowboy Candy for an exciting flavor.
Rick’s Flamin’ Hot Cheetos Pickle Pizza
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Vendor: Rick's Pizza
Description: Hand-tossed dough topped with creamy dill sauce, mozzarella cheese, crispy dill pickle chips, and finished with Flamin’ Hot Cheetos for a spicy, tangy flavor explosion. Review: "This unique pizza combines the tangy crunch of pickles with the spicy kick of Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, delivering a flavor experience that's both bold and memorable!"
FEEL-GOOD EATS: STAMPEDE’S BEST COMFORT FOODS
Indulge in the rich, cheesy, and deep-fried classics that bring ultimate comfort to the Calgary Stampede - because nothing beats hearty, crave-worthy eats after a day on the Midway!
Vendor: Ogopogo Mac & Cheese
Description: Italian-inspired homemade mac and cheese topped with meatballs, rich marinara sauce, fresh parmesan, and green onions.
Vendor: Fry Guys
Description: Classic poutine with a bold twist - three types of pickle creations for an irresistible tangy flavor punch.
Vendor: Curly's Curds
Description: A massive mozzarella stick coated in homemade batter and fried to crispy, gooey perfection. Served with marinara or ranch.
Vendor: Our Carnival Kitchen
Description: Juicy corndogs battered and deep-fried to perfection, then split open and served with your choice of chili, cheese & Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, or cheddar cheese and bacon. A bold twist on a classic favorite!
Vendor: PK BBQ
Description: Beef brisket mixed with spices and cream cheese, stuffed in a jalapeño, wrapped in bacon, and drizzled with BBQ and aioli.
Vendor: The Colossal Onion
Description: A colossal onion with a sweet and spicy twist, featuring candied jalapeños known as Cowboy Candy for an exciting flavor.
Vendor:Concession
Description: A massive, juicy footlong hotdog grilled to perfection and served in a soft, toasted bun. Customize it with classic toppings or go bold with specialty sauces, making it the ultimate comfort food indulgence at the Calgary Stampede!
Vendor: PK BBQ
Description: Beef brisket mixed with spices and cream cheese, stuffed in ajalapeño, wrapped in bacon, and drizzled with BBQ and aioli.
Vendor: Steve's Fried Chicken
Description: Crispy fries topped with extra cheesy mac 'n cheese and Steve-O's famous popcorn chicken. A delicious combination of three fan favorites.
Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese
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Vendor: Ogopogo Mac & Cheese
Description: BBQ pulled pork with crisp coleslaw, green onions, and parmesan panko atop house-made mac and cheese.
Review: Perfection. The best bang for your buck!
SWEET STAMPEDE TREATS: STAMPEDE’S BEST DESSERTS
Indulge in the most decadent, deep-fried, and sugar-coated delights the Calgary Stampede has to offer - because no Stampede experience is complete without a sweet treat!
Vendor: Mi Churro
Description: Churros rolled in cinnamon sugar paired with vanilla ice cream, smothered in salted caramel, and topped with crispy bacon. A perfect sweet and savory delight
Vendor: Mi Churro
Description: A Cookie Monster-inspired sundae with churros, vanilla ice cream, cookie dough bits, chocolate chip cookies, whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and blue sprinkles. Om Nom Nom Nom!
Vendor: Empanada Queen
Description: Cookies filled with manjar (dulce de leche), topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of dulce de leche.
Vendor: Cin City Mini Donuts
Description: A dozen mini donuts topped with Biscoff butter drizzle and finished with a Biscoff cookie sugar.
Vendor: Ogopogo Artisan Mini Donuts
Description: Mini donuts topped with cream cheese glaze, chocolate drizzle, cheesecake chunks, Oreo pieces, and powdered sugar for a decadent treat
Vendor: Ogopogo Artisan Mini Donuts
Description: Warm mini donuts topped with lemon pie filling, vanilla glaze, powdered sugar, and graham crumbs.Perfect for lemon lovers
Vendor: Raeside Cotton Candy
Description: A frosty snow cone topped with sweetened condensed milk for a creamy twist on a classic summer treat.
Frosting Vendor: The Little Donut Bakery
Description: Purple donuts infused with vanilla, fig, and pistachio flavors, paired with Ube Creme and sweet coconut.
Vendor: The Little Donut Bakery
Description: Classic little donuts topped with the signature Ube Creme for a unique and flavorful treat.
Vendor: Mi Churro
Description: Thin, crunchy churro fries drizzled with caramel and chocolate sauce for a sweet and crispy adventure.
Vendor: Summerland Soft Serve
Description: Sour-infused soft-serve ice cream topped with sour candy pieces, perfect for candy lovers.
Vendor: Tin Lizzy Old Fashioned Hot Dogs Ltd
Description: Mini donuts topped with a unique sauce and Takis, offering a spicy and crunchy twist.
Dunkaroos Mini Donuts
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Vendor: Cin City Mini Donuts
Description: A delightful twist on a nostalgic favourite, these vanilla cookie mini donuts are served with a deliciously dunkable rainbow chip frosting, bringing back the fun of Dunkaroos in every bite.
Review: The Dunkaroo mini donuts are the best iteration of mini donuts we've had.
Vendor: Burger Joint
Description: A 5 oz. smash patty cooked to perfection, topped with pickled onions, kimchi, baby greens, pickled radish,cheese, and a drizzle of Korean BBQ aioli, served on a waffle.
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