sake vs wine vol. 2

Tuesday, April 30th

Brace yourself for the ultimate rematch at Olea! �Join us on April.30th, for 'Sake vs Wine V2', where the drama unfolds anew. After his first battle defeat, Stephen Pye of Select Wine returns with a vengeance to challenge our international sake sommelier and managing partner, Amane. Experience a thrilling clash of flavours as each dish of our specially curated 4-course dinner is paired expertly with both sake and wine. For $100 (plus gratuity and tax), immerse yourself in this extraordinary culinary duel and cast your vote on which pairing outshines the other. Don't miss this exclusive ticketed event. Book your seats now and witness a night of intense flavour battles and refined pairing at Olea.

who will claim victory this time?

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every thursday

$2 buck a shuck oysters & half-price sake

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Limited time feature

only available until April 30th

west of asia

the lil Mac bao

Wagyu Beef Patty, American Cheese, Buttleaf Lettuce, Bread and Butter Pickles, Secret Sauce

$5 each

Sake 101
class

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Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned sake lover, our International Sake Sommelier, Amane Kanai, can take you through a fun, interactive and informative Sake 101 class about the many different sakes available from all over Japan. Sake is one of the world's most complex beverages and it all begins with rice. Just how wine is made from grapes, Sake is made from a variety of rices, each with their own unique characteristics and subtleties. Flavours and nuances of each Sake are further enhanced and developed through the production process. You will learn everything from ingredients, brewing process, various grades, styles and regional characteristics of each sake - and become your own "sensei".

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Sake 101
Class


Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned sake lover, our International Sake Sommelier, Amane Kanai, can take you through a fun, interactive and informative Sake 101 class about the many different sakes available from all over Japan. Sake is one of the world's most complex beverages and it all begins with rice. Just how wine is made from grapes, Sake is made from a variety of rices, each with their own unique characteristics and subtleties. Flavours and nuances of each Sake are further enhanced and developed through the production process. You will learn everything from ingredients, brewing process, various grades, styles and regional characteristics of each sake -and become your own "sensei".
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CocktailS

west of asia

west of asia

Cognac, Peach, Ginger, Lemon, Agave, Isla Whisky Mist, Fuzzy Peach
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Sunset east

Tequila, Fernet-Branca, Pineapple Juice, Agave Syrup
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tea ceremony

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Ichigo Mojito

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Murasaki Moonlight 

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about us

Where boozy cocktails flow to old-school beats, and a modern and rebellious take on Asian eats, serve up good times with mastery. Tucked away a stride from 17th Avenue’s nightlife, our intimate and urban space welcomes you all night and late-night. Our little-but-loud menu puts a boldly flavourful, yet nourishing spin on Korean and Taiwanese bites - all starring local ingredients and the beloved bao bun. Pair it with best in the city sake list and our curated cocktails and bow down to the bao with your inner Sensei.

meet the TEAM

Ryan Blackwell, Culinary Director
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Ryan is an award winning Chef whose past experiences include Executive Sous chef of Glowbal Grill, Sous Chef at Coast, a 425 seat,5-star restaurant, and Chef De Cuisine at the award winning wine and tapas bar, Bin 941 Tapas Parlour. Most recently, Ryan opened Elbow Room in Britannia, Calgary. Elbow Room earned Calgary’s #3 Best New Restaurant, Open Table’s Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants, and Avenue Magazine Calgary’s Top 25 Restaurants.
Amane Kanai, Managing Partner/ International Sake Sommelier

Along with being an International Sake sommelier and double black belt born and raised in Tokyo, Amane Kanai brings over 20 years of diverse experience to Sensei bar. With a passion for leadership and team building, he shares his depth of knowledge in the service industry and of sake - our own sensei.
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west of asia

Little "Mac"

AAA Alberta beef, cheddar, secret sauce, onion, butter pickle, lettuce
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Char siu

kimchi bokkem-bap, oaxaca, bib lettuce, bao, hoisin, gochujang kewpie, miso pineapple mayo
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tea ceremony

west of asia

Little "Mac"

AAA Alberta beef, cheddar, secret sauce, onion, butter pickle, lettuce
view menu

Char siu

kimchi bokkem-bap, oaxaca, bib lettuce, bao, hoisin, gochujang kewpie, miso pineapple mayo
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tea ceremony

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403.452.5929

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Hours

Golden Hour (Happy hour)

4PM to 6PM (Wed - Sun)
9PM to late (Fri - Sat)

Dinner to Late

Wednesday to Sunday | 4PM to Late

1520 14th Street SW
Calgary, AB T3C 1C9

‍Limited Free Guest parking is available upon registering your plate number inside the restaurant.

Policies

parties of 10 or more are
provided with a specially
designed food menu.
              
we include 20% gratuity on
parties of 6 & up.               

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