BY C STONE | STONE NEWS NETWORK ||| CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA
We love the Greatest Show on Earth, and this year's food will be a spectacular arrangement! The Calgary Stampede has always been close to my heart, and with this, we post the images and descriptions of the midway food.
The Stampede runs from July 4 - 13th of this year. And yes, we'll be reporting on the food, music, and hospitality that you can find at this fine event.
On with the food list. We'll post links to the variety of information available online. Book now, hotels in Calgary typically fill up in early July for the Calgary Stampede.
Spicy Salmon Nori Taco
Everything you find in a sushi roll but in taco form. Our shell is made out of nori (japanese seaweed) deep fried in tempura batter. In the shell you'll find the traditional sushi rice and cucumbers and on top, your choice of fresh fish or other toppings.
Cowboy Bao
East meets west with fried thick cut honey glazed bacon, sliced pickles and buffalo ranch dressing in our fluffy steamed bao.
Wagyu Exquisite Poutine
Indulge in a luxurious twist on a classic favourite. Crispy, fresh-cut fries layered with rich cheese curds and smothered in a velvety Crown Royal peppercorn gravy. Succulent, perfectly cooked Wagyu takes center stage, topped with sweet caramelized onions, earthy oyster mushrooms, and a delicate quail egg. Finished with decadent black truffles, shimmering gold flakes, a drizzle of hot & sweet aioli, and a hint of fresh cilantro for the perfect balance of flavours. A poutine experience like no other.
Sassy Puerquita
A delicious stuffed arepa with juicy pulled pork, paired with a refreshing coleslaw mango salad, topped with crispy chicharrón bits, and drizzled with our irresistible passion fruit spicy sauce. A bold touch, a perfect combination, and the unique signature of Arepas Ranch. Try it and let the flavours win you over!!!
Nashville Hot Chicken Mac
Nashville Hot Chicken Mac is here! Our classic mac topped with crispy chicken coated in Nashville hot rub, deep fried pickles and a creamy dill white sauce!
PB&Jammin’ Chicken
PB&J just grew up and chose violence. Grape jelly-glazed crispy chicken, hit with that savoury peanut satay drip, served in a waffle cone. Sweet, salty, wild.
Pork Hind HocksA massive pork hind hock cured and smoked to perfection in our on site rotisserie oven & smokehouse. Served with a side of German mustard & Sauerkraut.
Apple Cinnamon Crumble Perogies
Potato and cheddar filled bite sized perogies are dusted with cinnamon sugar, topped with warm apple pie filling and drizzled with a smooth vanilla glaze. A sprinkle of apple crumble and Cinnamon Toast Crunch bits add the perfect snap. Served with a side of sweet cream to dip.
Flamin' Hot OR Cheesy Cheeto Potstickers
Don't miss out on this delicious fusion, the bold, delicious twist your taste buds have been waiting for! These irresistible bites are glazed in a sweet and savoury teriyaki sauce, then coated in your choice of Flamin' Hot Cheetos for a fiery kick! OR go cheesy! Opt for the cheesy Cheetos coating for a creamy crunch. Perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these pot stickers deliver a flavour explosion that will leave you craving more.
Meet the Freaky Tzatziki Twisted Pickle, where the cool, creamy magic of tzatziki collides headfirst with a bold, battered pickle crunch. It’s fresh, it’s tangy, and it’s got just the right amount of what the heck did I just taste?!
Ube Corndog
Meet the Ube Corndog from the Corndog King! This twist on a classic features a hot dog coated in a crispy, golden batter blended with ube (purple yam) with a subtle sweet and nutty kick. Fried fresh and served on a stick, it’s a delicious, Stampede-ready treat that’s hard to resist.
Mopane Worm Poutine
Dive into a bold Stampede adventure with Mopane Worms Poutine! This unique twist features crispy, protein-rich mopane worms mixed with creamy cheese curds, all smothered in rich, savoury gravy. It’s daringly delicious!
Maple Bacon Cheesecake Burger
A traditional burger with cheesecake slices, grilled bacon and maple mayo sauce.
Cowboy Candy Mango Soft Serve
The union of sweet and spicy in each mouthful! Refreshing mango soft serve, rimmed with Tajin (chili/lime) topped with a touch of sweet heat - CANDIED JALAPENOS, otherwise known as COWBOY CANDY!
Tanghulu Candy Fruits
Tanghulu is a well-known artisanal dessert product among youth, and is very popular in Asia with hundreds of years of history. Super Crunch Tanghulu innovates on the traditional Tanghulu by combining various fruit into a beautiful design. We have featured our unique Tanghulu at over 70 festivals in 2024, with fruits that are crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside!
Dill Pickle Mini Donuts
These hot, fresh mini donuts are dusted with a tangy pickle-infused sugar and sprinkled with just the right touch of dill. Sweet, salty, and a little bit sour, they’re the ultimate mashup of comfort food and zesty goodness. A must try for the 2025 Calgary Stampede.
Deep Fried Cinnamon Buns
These soft, gooey cinnamon buns are deep-fried to a golden crisp, then dusted with icing sugar and drizzled with rich caramel sauce. It’s a warm, sticky, and oh-so-delicious treat that’s perfect for satisfying your Stampede dessert cravings.
Extreme Sour Lemon Double Dippers
Test your tastebuds with Covet and see if you can handle our extreme sour lemon frosting paired with adorable mini graham cracker cookies. Sweet and sour for the perfect pucker!
Spice up your sip with a bold twist! Coke meets fiery pickled jalapeños and a tangy dill pickle spear for a flavour combo that'll make your taste buds line dance!
Crocodile-Aid Buckets
Swampy, sweet & totally wild: Step into the swamp with this over-the-top adventure straight from the heart of the bayou. Crocodile-Aid bucket is a jumbo-sized swampy sensation—filled to the brim with ice-cold sweet tea mojito lemonade, bursting boba pearls, and swimming with chewy frogs and worms. Served in a clear bucket with a giant alligator, this drink is part refreshment, part candy treasure hunt, and full-on fun.
Lobster Tornado Roll
Embrace the essence of summer rolls with a contemporary flair and on an easy handheld stick. This dish combines the timeless flavours of lobster with a twist of flavour from our homemade sauce. The result is a delightful taste honouring the classic roots of Vietnamese cuisine, with layers of meat and veggies.
Spam-pede Bao
Inspired by a traditional Hawaiian snack filled with savoury spam, juicy garlic shrimp, sweet pineapple, fresh cucumbers, seaweed and drizzled with teriyaki sauce.
Ramenrito
Cheesy ramen noodles tangled up with juicy chicken and fresh veggies, all hugged by a warm, grilled tortilla. It’s creamy, savoury, and straight-up addictive. One bite and you’re hooked! This ain’t your average burrito.
Maple Glazed Donut Grilled Cheese
This delicious twist features a maple glazed donut sliced in half, filled with our ooey gooey four cheese blend and then toasted to perfection. To balance it all off pick from crispy bacon or tender pulled pork to accompany it for the perfect sweet and savoury taste.
Spicy Cowboy Empanada
Take your taste buds on a journey with this mozzarella, bacon, and jalapeño empanada! The gooey, melty cheese and crispy bacon bring rich, savoury flavours, while the jalapeños add just the right amount of heat. With every crispy bite, you'll taste the boldness of Stampede spirit, making it the ideal snack between all the action-packed moments.
Flamin' Hot Bacon Wrapped Grilled Cheese
Bacon lattice wrapped around Texas toast and stuffed cheddar cheese and Flamin' Hot Cheetos.
Spicy Pickle Fries
Hand-cut, fresh, and full of flavour! These crispy fries are brined to perfection, then seasoned with a bold blend of spices that’ll keep you coming back for more. Each fry is packed with a tangy kick from the pickling process and a spicy punch that’s perfectly balanced for maximum fun.
Doritos Fried Pizza Slice On A Stick
A classic cheese slice gets halved, dipped in pancake batter, rolled in crushed Doritos, deep fried to crispy perfection, and skewered for easy handling. Finish it off with your choice of bold sauce drizzles, peppercorn ranch, buffalo & ranch, or smokey Texas BBQ & ranch, for a flavour explosion worthy of the wild west.
Fruit Loops Chicken Burger
Calgary Stampede's favorite chicken burger and Canada's favourite cereal have come together to create this delicious sweet and savoury master piece of a chicken burger! The bun and chicken are drizzled with strawberry and then rolled in fruit loops.
Deep Fried Pickle Oreos
This viral crispy, golden creation takes a double-stuffed Oreo, splits it open, adds a pickle inside, then deep-fries it in a custom shredded pickle batter at 350°F. Served warm with fresh dill and a vanilla drizzle, it’s a bold, delicious flavour mashup, the ultimate Stampede comfort food you didn’t know you needed.
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Smoked Tongue on a Stick
Not for the faint of heart! A pork tongue cured & smoked to perfection in our on-site smokehouse. Served with a side of German mustard & Sauerkraut.
Spicy Coconut Avocado Ice Cream
The viral silky smooth summer treat with a subtle kick has finally landed at Stampede park! Where coconut and avocado flavours freeze perfectly together with Tajin spice shaped into an avocado! This summer treat is as beautiful as it is delicious, inside and out!
Sour Rainbow Crunch Mini Donuts
Get ready for a flavour explosion with our Sour Rainbow Crunch Mini Donuts! These little bites of happiness are coated in a sweet, sugary glaze and topped with vibrant freeze-dried sour Skittles dust for the ultimate tangy crunch in every bite! Bursting with fun colours and unbeatable flavour, these mini donuts are the perfect treat to make your day at the Stampede unforgettable! Don’t miss out, grab yours now and taste the magic!
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