We love Mission for its tree-lined beauty as well as charming shops and restaurants. Here are five of our favourite Fourth St. haunts.
Frilly Lilly
Calgary’s best bet for the perfect no-nonsense Brazilian wax ($68) also stocks some of our favourite beauty products. Our current obsession? The deliciously scented Sugar Lilly Parfum ($29).
Frilly Lilly Mission; 2105 4 St. S.W.; 403-229-4023; www.frillylilly.ca
Mercato
Our inner gourmand feels right at home at this well-stocked market featuring delicious prepared food and kitchen staples directly from Italy.
Mercato; 2224 4 St. S.W.; 403-263-5535; www.mercatogourmet.com
Yann Haute Patisserie
Sure, they’re trendy and all, but our love for macarons will never go out of style — and this très chic little bakery makes some of the best in town. Be sure to try the divine Black Currant & Violet ($2).
Yann Haute Patisserie; 329 23 Ave. S.W.; 403-244-8091; www.yannboutique.com
Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria
The taste of authentic hand-tossed pizza dressed with classic and New World toppings is more than enough to keep us coming back for more. Lots more.
Famoso Neapolitan Pizzeria; 105-2303 4 St. S.W.; 403-455-3839 www.famoso.ca
Vin Room
Forget cinq à sept; we could stay at this cosy restaurant all night long sampling delicious flights of wine and perfectly paired tapas — especially the divine Eggplant Chips ($10) and Lobster Nachos ($12).
Vin Room; 2310 4 St. S.W.; 403-457-5522; www.vinroom.com
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