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Global News
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Global News
Spam buns, worm poutine and deep-fried pickle Oreos on 2025 Calgary Stampede menu
The Calgary Stampede menu this year is set to include a heaping of pickle flavours and something for those with a cast-iron stomach. There will be fiery dill Coke, deep-fried pickle Oreos and tzatziki-twisted pickles, along with fruity pebble Korean hot dogs. Mopane worm poutine features the species of emperor moth, an important source of protein in South Africa. The 'Spam-pede' bao bun, inspired by the Hawaiian snack, is filled with Spam, garlic shrimp and pineapple. On the artery hardening side of things, there will be Nashville hot chicken macaroni and cheese, a lobster tornado roll and deep-fried cinnamon buns. View image in full screen The Spam-pede boa — inspired by a traditional Hawaiian snack, filled with savoury spam — will be one of the food offerings at this year's Calgary Stampede. Global Calgary Organizers say more than 50 new midway foods will be available during the 10-day rodeo and exhibition, running July 4 to 13. Story continues below advertisement 'Our exhibitors spend months curating unexpected dishes that you won't find anywhere else but at the Calgary Stampede midway,' said Stampede midway manager Ashley Warner. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'The goal is to surprise, delight and satisfy every kind of craving.' 1:39 Shania Twain officially announced as 2025 Calgary Stampede Parade Marshal — With files from Global News
Winnipeg Free Press
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Spam buns, worm poutine and hot mac ‘n cheese on the menu for Calgary Stampede
CALGARY – The Calgary Stampede menu this year is set to include a heaping of pickle flavours and something for those with a cast-iron stomach. There will be fiery dill Coke, deep-fried pickle Oreos and tzatziki-twisted pickles, along with fruity pebble Korean hot dogs. Mopane worm poutine features the species of emperor moth, an important source of protein in South Africa. The 'Spam-pede' bao bun, inspired by the Hawaiian snack, is filled with Spam, garlic shrimp and pineapple. On the artery hardening side of things, there will be Nashville hot chicken macaroni and cheese, a lobster tornado roll and deep-fried cinnamon buns. Organizers say more than 50 new midway foods will be available during the 10-day rodeo and exhibition, running July 4 to 13. 'Our exhibitors spend months curating unexpected dishes that you won't find anywhere else but at the Calgary Stampede midway,' said Stampede midway manager Ashley Warner. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. 'The goal is to surprise, delight and satisfy every kind of craving.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2025.
