Calgary Stampede unveils audacious, quirky food lineup
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 12:21 pm
Festival organizers at the Calgary Stampede are wowing attendees with an offbeat menu featuring Spam buns, worm poutine, hot mac ‘n cheese, and even a Skittle dog with Fruit Loops burger. The innovative food extravaganza adds an unexpected twist to the traditional fare, generating both amusement and appetite among festival-goers.
Deep-fried pickle Oreos, worm poutine, Spam buns and lobster tornado rolls are a few of the unusual offerings on the menu for this year's Calgary Stampede, unveiled Wednesday.
Other menu options include fiery dill Coke, deep-fried pickle Oreos, tzatziki-twisted pickles and fruity pebble Korean hot dogs
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.
This year's lineup celebrates creative twists on classic dishes with global inspiration. Highlights include a skittle dog and pickle donuts.
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