Fishworks Dine Out 2023
I was invited in to try the Dine Out Vancouver dinner menu of their 3 course $49 prix fixe which I did recently. The dishes are all shown below and I noted which ones were my favourites from the 3…
Interview with Masa Shiroki of Artisan SakeMaker
How and why did your company start production on Granville Island? The reason why I chose Granville Island specifically was because it’s an international scene meaning that lot of people not only the locals or BC or Canada come here,…
Dumpling Fest Vancouver Winter Edition
It was another memorable night as guests travelled around the city visiting restaurants in downtown Vancouver, Kitsilano, Strathcona and East Van tasting many different types of dumplings. This Dumpling Fest was held on January 18th and presented by Vancouver Foodster…
Noodle Mania around Vancouver
Our 9th Annual Noodle Mania dining tour around Vancouver took place at these restaurants and establishments on Wednesday night and here are the tasty plates and desserts they served. At Crab Hot Lau they served the Northern Vietnamese specialities; Sea Crab…
Dine Out Vancouver 2023 Restaurants and Experiences
With over 365 participating restaurants diners can explore more restaurants than ever before and support local eateries in their community. The full list of Dine Out Vancouver Festival’s participating restaurants and their menus are now available on dineoutvancouver.com. Book your table and…
Vancouver Signature Coffee Drink Challenge
Welcome to the 9th annual Vancouver Coffee Drink Challenge. Cafes from around the city were invited to enter their respective signature coffee drink creation into this challenge. Each café will be featuring their Signature Coffee creation on their menu from January…
Art, Eat & Sip on Granville Island on January 25
As part of the Dine Out Vancouver Festival – Get set for another extraordinary night of art, eating and drinking on Granville Island. Visit resident artists, local producers of beer, sake, wine and spirits, and taste dishes from several of…
Dumpling Fest Vancouver Winter Edition on January 18
Join us and tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants in Vancouver to taste different kinds of dumplings. Experience different restaurants and tastes that may include Chinese dumplings, to Italian gnocchi, Japanese gyoza to Korean mandu, East African dumplings and…
Best New Vancouver Restaurants in 2022
I have dined at a lot of new restaurants that have opened in 2022. These are the Best NEW Restaurants in metro Vancouver that newly define how we eat, drink and play. There are many elements to a restaurant being…
KARMA INDIAN BISTRO
2741 W 4th Ave, Vancouver Tel: (604) 559-1666 Web: https://www.karmaindianbistro.ca/ Instagram @karmaindianbistro Advice: Walkins always welcome. Happy Hour 3-5pm daily. Specializing in traditional Northern Indian cuisine with a hint of Southern Indian cuisine, this Kitsilano eatery has regulars returning…
Best Desserts of 2022
I have eaten a lot of desserts inside and outside Vancouver restaurants in the past year, these are the ones that are standouts, ones that you remember for a long time to come. This list is devoted to my favourite…
Best Savoury Dishes of 2022
I have eaten a lot of dishes inside and outside Vancouver restaurants in the past year, these are dishes that are standouts, ones that you remember for a long time to come. This list is devoted to my favourite dishes…
SUYO MODERN PERUVIAN
3475 Main St, Vancouver Tel: 604-322-1588 Web: https://suyo.ca/ Instagram @suyorestaurant Advice: Reservations are a must. Closed Sunday and Monday. Specializing in Modern Peruvian cuisine, here it is all about inventive cocktails, dishes and desserts that are all in sync. Enjoyed…
NOSTOS TAVERNA
3162 W Broadway, Vancouver Tel: (604) 730-9303 Web: https://nostostaverna.com/ Instagram @nostos.taverna Advice: Closed Sunday and Monday. Reservations to be made by phone only. Specializing in Greek cuisine of the island of Evia where Chef and Owner Eleni grew up. The…
ARABESQUE CAFÉ AND BAKERY
UPDATED – BUSINESS HAS CLOSED 1039 Granville Street, Vancouver Tel: (604) 423-4449 Web: https://arabesque-cafe-bakery.business.site/ Instagram: @arabesquecafebakery Advice: No reservations, walk-ins welcome. Specializing in Syrian and Mediterranean cuisine, it’s all made from scratch at this Granville Street eatery by owner/chef Nader…
SUSHI HIL RESTAURANT
3330 Main Street, Vancouver Tel: (236) 482-9060 Web: https://www.sushihil.com/ Instagram @sushihil_restaurant Advice: Advance reservations are suggested., closed Sunday’s. Specializing in Japanese cuisine with a focus on sushi and sashimi. owner/chef Hilary Nguy is dedicated to creating dishes with simplicity, finess and…
Around Metro Vancouver in the Honda Accord Hybrid
I recently spent a week test driving the Honda Accord Hybrid 2022 car around snowy Vancouver while enjoying a festive season lunch and catchup with friends. Headed over to Showcase Restaurant in the Coal Harbour neighborhood for a festive holiday…
CARLINO RESTAURANT
1115 Alberni St, Vancouver Tel: (604) 695-1115 Web: https://www.carlinorestaurant.com/ Instagram @carlinorestaurant Advice: Reservations suggested for dinner. Specializing in Northern Italian cuisine, the restaurant focusses on dishes that feature as much local and seasonal ingredients as possible working with many farmers…