Lethbian Love

To Hell with WestJet

Jonny — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:38:20 +0000

WestJet is abandoning Lethbridge. A city of 100,000+ people. Zero airlines, zero chill. Only debt, doubt, and ire.

The Saigonese is BACK

Jonny — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 17:21:39 +0000

A long-time favourite in Lethbridge has been the Saigonese Restaurant, which unfortunately closed roughly around the onset of the pandemic. Now that we've made it to 2023, we're happy to see an old favourite make a comeback.

Lethbian Love’s guide to surviving the COVID-19 pandemic, part 3

Jonny — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:47:08 +0000

It's March 31, and we don't know if that's just a date or just another decade. Everyone has been stuck inside, and probably hasn't seen many other humans in awhile (except when we stare suspiciously at each other at the grocery). If you've reached the end of YouTube, this post is for you.

Lethbian Love’s guide to surviving the COVID-19 pandemic, part 2

Jonny — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 22:48:36 +0000

Skip skipping the dishes, and eat your best life at home! Okay, maybe that doesn't make much sense but many folks that I know are (re)discovering their love for cooking and baking during these times of social distancing.

Lethbian Love’s guide to surviving the COVID-19 pandemic, part 1

Jonny — Sat, 21 Mar 2020 22:09:25 +0000

While we're not doctors, we have the internet. That makes us qualified enough to write a series about what you can do to during this pandemic to stay healthy, well fed and sane. Let's start with the most obvious first: good hygiene, social distancing, flattening curve, and where to get help.

Eric Dyck’s Slough Chew Revue: Mocha Cabana

Eric Dyck — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 00:05:08 +0000

Welcome to Eric Dyck’s Slough Chew Revue! These aren't restaurant "reviews.” These comics are where Eric features restaurants that he thinks are special. This time around, Eric visits Mocha Cabana with Teri!

Unboxing Mocha Local

Jonny — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 18:29:00 +0000

We had the opportunity to beta test Mocha Local last year. Now this locally-grown meal kit service and online farmer's market is sating both wallets and appetites with locally-sourced ingredients.

Christmas Santa’s Circle, with local author Julius Varga

Jonny — Sat, 14 Dec 2019 02:30:52 +0000

If you've frequented the Telegraph Tap House, you'll likely recognize Julius as a regular figure there. Not only is he a server at one of the finest taphouses in Lethbridge, but he's a passionate author who wants to give back to his community.

Catching up with The Little Locavore, Liam Lewis

Jonny — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 23:05:48 +0000

We featured Liam back when he was only ten years old. Nearing a decade later, he still hones his blades (both knives and skates) to create culinary experiences and inspire youth to cook food using local ingredients.

We got busy, and then some!

Melissa Johnson — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 02:56:31 +0000

When the Lethbian Lovers aren't blogging, and we're usually not, we jetset to Croatia for a (second) wedding and a honeymoon, taking in a Foo Fighters concert after raising a stink, and then expecting a stink to raise! Read our latest recap to see just how many bags of leaves you can pickup downtown too!

Celebrating a (downtown) hero

Jonny — Thu, 16 May 2019 21:43:53 +0000

Our very own Melissa is one half of Lethbian Love. She's a yogi, mountain biker, my wife, and the manager for the Downtown Lethbridge BRZ Clean Sweep Program. She's also the winner of the 2019 "Unsung Hero" award from the Celebrate Downtown event!

Bridge City Bachelor

Jonny — Thu, 09 May 2019 16:15:20 +0000

We interrupt our regularly-scheduled program to introduce you to Srećko Ponjavic, star of the Croatian reality TV show "Ljubav je na selu". The show's title roughly translates into "Love is in the Village"; a Bachelor cum Temptation Island dating show featuring farmers looking for love in all the wrong stables.

My Style YQL featuring Meghan MacWhirter, revisited

Melissa Johnson — Sun, 21 Apr 2019 20:10:03 +0000

In ~2010, our fashionista friend Joanne (Edit Shoppe) spotted a young girl with a flair for fashion. We thought it was time to catch up with Meghan MacWhirter.

Eric Dyck’s Slough Chew Revue: Namaste Nepali Restaurant

Eric Dyck — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 17:42:08 +0000

Boom! Kapow! I Do!

Jonny — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 18:49:07 +0000

Who silently gets married in a comic shop and lets it spill to social media? The Lethbian Lovers do, that’s who. We chose to have our wedding in the presence of the God of Thunder at Kapow, and we'd like to share some of that with you.

That time I brewed beer @ [Theoretically] Brewing Co.

Melissa Johnson — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:04:17 +0000

[Theoretically] Brewing Co. has been on the #YQL beer scene since 2015 and has participated for the past few years in the International Women’s Collaboration Brew Day. This day just so happens to coincide with International Women’s Day celebrated annually on March 8th. I had the wonderful opportunity to help out with a crew of diverse women who were ready to get their hands dirty in the art form of micro-brewing.

Big hike to Bertha Lake

Jonny — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 20:25:52 +0000

Although Lethbridge is situated on a prairie, it's only a 2-hour drive from the Rocky Mountains in Alberta/British Columbia. Waterton Lakes National Park is one of those very special places we enjoy yearly.

We rescued a dog (and so should you)!

Jonny — Mon, 25 Feb 2019 23:15:59 +0000

Rescue puppers are best puppers. We recently adopted a dog named Finnegan, and were able to support Windy City Canine Rescue and their efforts by doing so. We think you should too 🐶

Settling the debate: Lethbian, Lethbridgian or Lethbridgite?

Jonny — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 13:13:19 +0000

There would be some who would want you to believe that a person from Lethbridge is not called a "Lethbian," and those people are wrong. But what do you call a person from Lethbridge?

Celebrating a decade of Lethbian Love

Jonny — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 04:13:08 +0000

In 2009, I was feeling a bit bummed. Maybe things were a little too mundane, and old man winter was wearing on me. That's when I decided to start a blog that would end up meaning more to me than I'd have ever expected.

Eric Dyck’s Slough Chew Revue: Sawa Japanese House

Eric Dyck — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 16:00:43 +0000

Welcome to Eric Dyck’s Slough Chew Revue! These aren't restaurant "reviews.” These comics are where Eric's going to be featuring restaurants that he thinks are special.

Q&A with Eric Dyck

Jonny — Sat, 26 Jan 2019 03:25:27 +0000

Over the years, I've seen the artwork of illustrator Eric Dyck spread itself around Lethbridge more fierce than the 2017 coulee fire. His style of art and humour is well-known in Lethbridge, and I wanted to introduce Eric to those who haven't yet heard of Slaughterhouse Slough. Let's get to know Eric.

Where to “Namaste” in YQL

Melissa Johnson — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 01:22:45 +0000

Lethbridge has certainly embraced the Zen life hard over the past few years. Come 'Namaste' with us in YQL! We got all the good ASANA that your blissed out yoga hearts are craving ❤️

The best and worst places to 💩 in Lethbridge: inaugural edition

Jonny — Sun, 06 Jan 2019 03:19:08 +0000

Where do you go when you gotta go‽ When would you rather risk the dirty squirties? We're collecting information on the best and worst places to shit in Lethbridge, and are seeking solid submissions!

Last-minute Lethbridge: Christmas edition

Jonny — Sat, 22 Dec 2018 21:02:02 +0000

Ah, Christmas time in Lethbridge. With children sliding down the Sugar Bowl regardless of snow, and hapless dads lost in Park Place Mall, looking for whatever gifts are leftover at that as-seen-on-TV store. Here's the reality: Lethbridge is a last-minute city when it comes to Christmas.

ELEVEIGHT

Jonny — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 14:16:40 +0000

My friend Michael Warf messaged me asking to me help promote an inspiring event he's hosting, which happens to be today! ELEVEIGHT is a new "TED-esque" speaker series on the scene in Lethbridge. Why a speaker series? Through branding work I’ve been involved in with IDID, I’ve met countless positive influences on my life – ...

“Spring Flood”

Jonny — Sun, 22 Jun 2014 16:20:04 +0000

Richard Gottardo produced this beautiful aerial video of Southern Alberta landscape during the recent flooding. Watch: To learn more about how it was made, head on over to PetaPixel or check out his Reddit post.

Nishikaze 2014

Jonny — Wed, 11 Jun 2014 01:46:14 +0000

Dear fellow Otaku, It has come to my attention that Nishikaze, meaning "west wind," is once again upon us. Yes, Lethbridge's very own anime and Japanese culture con is happening on Saturday, June 28 at the University of Lethbridge. Expect nosebleeds this time, because there will be a maid café! Not to mention a cosplay competition…I'm betting on ...

What’s a “Chinook”?

Jonny — Fri, 31 Jan 2014 00:49:07 +0000

After mentioning the Chinook in my last post, I came to realize that outsiders might have no clue as to what the hell that is. Our city’s unofficial slogan is, “Get blown in Lethbridge!” For your consideration: At first, one might be led to believe that this young gentleman is impersonating Miley Cyrus’ “Wrecking Ball,” ...

Lethbian Love’s guide to tobogganing

Jonny — Thu, 30 Jan 2014 17:30:07 +0000

When our Chinook isn’t breathing her gentle 130 km/h winds in Southern Alberta, Old Man Winter takes over and loads upon us ice and snow. But who doesn’t like a good dump once in awhile? Now, let’s toboggan! Step 1: Gear up on the cheap First things first, if you’re like me and can’t afford ...