WHAT’S HAPPENING: Sunshine and warmer temperatures in Edmonton means two things: spring is definitely in the air and the return of Full House Lottery! Now in its 29th year, this annual lottery has raised over $99 million to help advance the care of Albertans in critical need. For 2022, the spotlight is on two important causes – enhancing elderly care at the Royal Alexandra Hospital and focusing on patient-and-family-centred care at the University of Alberta Hospital. There are over 1,000 glorious prizes to be won, including an incredible Canmore condo valued at $641,000, dreamy vacations, impressive cars, and twomagnificent grand prize homes! The $2.4 million first grand prize home is presented by Parkwood Master Builder and delivers endless California-style luxury. And, the second grand prize home? Another gorgeous design by Kondro Homes valued at $1.6 million. Visit fullhouse.ca for tickets and more information.
Hop Over to Afternoon Tea
There’s something special about Afternoon Tea. Petit bites and decedent sweets are perfectly paired with flavourful sips…it’s the perfect little treat for Easter long weekend!
Head over to the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald for the royal treatment at one of the most celebrated Afternoon Tea experiences in the city. Enjoy a selection of fragrant loose-leaf teas, savory sandwiches and divine pastries – including their signature house-made Mac Honey Scones.
The Art of Cake
Booking a charming High Tea Sitting at this popular spot is highly recommended – but if you can’t snag a seating, they also offer High Tea 2 Go! Indulge in the classic experience of bites and decadent sweets, plus some oh-so-delicious tea scones with house made clotted cream (so good!) and preserves.
Choose from three different Tea Set menus, each offering a wide variety of petit fours and baked pastries to choose from – like the Mini Mont Blanc, Apple and Raison Scones, and Pain au Chocolat. Feeling like a lite bite? Stick to the lowest set option. Or, go for the full savory and sweet experience with the top tier choice.
This beautiful floral café often hosts Afternoon Tea events (that sell out quick!), but you can also get the experience via a take-out box. Enjoy three tiers of lovely bites, which includes their signature red velvet cake. If you don’t dine-in their gorgeous space, you can add a Bloom Jar to your order for some fresh flower glamour.
Did You Know? The Edmonton Music and Speech Arts Festival is taking place from April 19 – May 1. Enjoy a mix of live and virtual performances for the 114th annual event. Details at emsaf.ca
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