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MAHONY & SONS

March 13th, 2012 admin

1055 Canada Place, Vancouver

Tel: 604-647-7513

Web: www.mahonyandsons.com

Twitter: @MahonyAndSons

Advice: Many different areas of seating for larger and small groups alike. Reservations needed for large parties.

Sitting at the foot of the harbour overlooking Canada Place, this Irish public house not only offers great views of the North Shore and Burrard Inlet, they also offer a bustling dining area.

Irish Beer Sampler

Cheddar Jack Nachos

I have dined here on a few occasions, most recently I had their Irish Beer Sampler ($8.75) featuring 4 6oz glasses of each of the Guinness, Kilkenny, Smithwicks and Harp to have with their huge platter of Cheddar Jack Nachos ($21.90) tomatoes, jalapenos, pico de gallo salsa, sour cream and guacamole.

Irish Stew

Braised Short Rib Sliders

Gnocchi

I love the outstanding Irish Stew ($19.95) slow simmered lamb shank and vegetables in a Guinness demi-glaze with mashed potatoes. I also have enjoyed the tender Braised Short Rib Sliders ($13.95) with garlic aioli and crispy onions; as well as the delicious Gnocchi ($14.95) handmade gnocchi, basil mushroom cream sauce, truffle oil and parmesan cheese.

Butterscotch Sticky Date Pudding

I have only had one dessert as I am often quite full after dining here, I loved the hearty Butterscotch Sticky Date Pudding($7.95) with vanilla bean ice cream. You’ll find an authentic Irish experience along with Irish food, drink and music!

Review By: Richard Wolak

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BONETA

February 29th, 2012 admin

12 Water Street, Vancouver

Tel: 604-684-1844

Web: http://www.boneta.ca/

Twitter: @bonetavan

Advice: Hidden off of Water Street in the back of the courtyard, reservations in advance are suggested.

Deep Fried Octopus Chips

Side Local Green Salad

Hidden off the beaten track of Gastown is foodie heaven, food lovers unite at this very well run establishment of exciting flavours whether it be for food or drink. The menu ever changing always offers wonderful dishes and flavours. In for dinner recently with a friend, I had the outstanding Deep Fried Octopus Chips ($6) thinly sliced Octopus with Thai Chilli & Lemon Dressing and my friend had the Side Local Green Salad ($6) & lemon Dressing.

Angus Beef Short Ribs

Duck Breast

For our entrees, I had the delicious Angus Beef Short Ribs ($24) Cauliflower Puree, Chanterelle Mushrooms, Kaniwa & Walnuts and he had the Duck Breast ($22) with Brussel Sprouts and Potatoes.

Jamieson Whiskey Butterscotch Pudding

Chocolate Trio

Of course dessert is a must to end my meals, and this dessert was heavenly, Jamieson Whiskey Butterscotch Pudding ($7) and my friend the Chocolate Trio ($7) chocolate ganache, chocolate ice cream,  and chocolate.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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ROMANA PIZZA

February 25th, 2012 admin

4660 Hastings Street, Burnaby

Tel: 604-298-7252

Web: http://www.romanarestaurant.com

Twitter: @romanapizza

Advice: Take a long a friend or two and share a variety of dishes.

For over 38 years the family has been cooking fine Greek cuisine at this locale, known for their pizza which I have enjoyed previously, this visit was to eat Greek. I brought along a couple of friends Jonathan and Emmy and we embarked on a tasting and sharing adventure.

Dip Platter

Greek Salad

Kalamari

We started off the meal with the large Dip Platter ($13.50) pita, and a selection of dips the homous, spicy feta, garlic eggplant and tzatziki; followed by a wonderful Greek Salad ($10) fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, onions, and feta; followed by the delicious Kalamari ($10) deep fried and served with tzatziki.

Spanakopita

Saganaki

Roasted Potatoes

Mousaka

Lamb Kleftiko

Chicken Thessaloniki

Next was the outstanding Spanakopita ($8) Spinach, feta, egg and dill wrapped in filo & baked; this was followed by another outstanding dish, the Saganaki ($10) Pan fried mountain sheep cheese done with a touch of ouzo. This was followed the delicious Mousaka ($16) layered ground beef, meliziano, and béchamel sauce, along with a plate of roasted potatoes. The next dish was the tender Lamb Kleftiko ($19) casserole along with the Chicken Thessaloniki ($19) tender chicken breast topped with steamed spinach, roasted vegetable sauce, feta and mozzarella.

Dessert Platter

We finished off our meal sharing a dessert platter with my favourite Eckmek and Bougatsa, both were delicious and were the perfect ending to our Greek night.

By: Richard Wolak

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THE ZA HOUSE

February 19th, 2012 admin

2857 West Broadway, Vancouver

Tel: 604-733-6611

Web: http://www.thezahouse.com/

Twitter: @TheZaHouse

Advice: If they don’t have a slice of the pizza you want, ask and they will make a whole pizza pie so you can have that slice.

The latest rage around the city has been for pizza by the pie, the whole pie to be exact, ZA is about the slice of that whole pie. Of course they do sell whole pizza pies as well, however the focus here is on gourmet slices. Sit at the inside counter where there is a cool chalk board set-up for customers to doodle and play in colours.

The Kits

I had a two slices of The Kits Pizza ($3 each) topped with roasted chicken, roma tomatoes, spinach and balsamic reduction and served on a wooden board.

You are probably as curious as I was to know what ZA meant, it is slang for pizza, yep they got me on that one too!

Review By: Richard Wolak

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THE RUMPUS ROOM

February 12th, 2012 admin

2689 Main Street, Vancouver

Tel: 604-839-5780

Web: http://www.rumpusroom.ca/

Twitter: @RumpusRoomMain

Advice: Bring a small group of friends as opposed to a large group. Limited complimentary parking spots in front.

It appeared as it was games night as I entered this funky room, on one side I saw Jenga and on the other Scrabble. My friend Joe Leary joined me for some comfort food, that was not only playful and reminiscent of the 1970’s, it’s all made in house.  The room has got character and kitsch, novelty items, photos and posters inspired by the 1970’s goes hand in hand with the 1970’s inspired dishes.

Deep Fried Pickles

Chicken Wings

We started off sharing the outstanding Deep Fried Pickles ($6) Served with their homemade tartar sauce; followed by the Chicken Wings (6 for $5 or 12 for $9) and my favourite was the honey garlic and this was served with a homemade ranch dip.

Chicken & Waffles

Meatloaf

For our entrees, I had the delicious Chicken & Waffles ($12) boneless chicken marinated in their secret recipe and then deep-fried to a crispy delicious perfection. Served on top of a fresh made waffle and served with real Canadian maple syrup and butter. Joe had the delicious Meatloaf ($13) Two slices of secret recipe meat loaf smothered in home-made gravy, served with mashed potatoes and a side of peas and carrots.

Deep Fried Reeses Peanut Butter Cups

Although I am not a huge fan of deep fried desserts, we both shared the Deep Fried Reeses Peanut Butter Cups ($4) is our guilty pleasure!

Before, during or after your meal you may want to invite a table mate to join you in a game of scrabble or challenge all your friends in playing one of the other games in the board game collection.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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NOVO PIZZERIA

February 8th, 2012 admin

2118 Burrard Street, Vancouver

Tel: 604-736-2220

Web: http://www.novopizzeria.com

Twitter: @NoVoPizzeria

Advice: Located in the 5th Avenue Cinema complex. One hour free parking in the underground parking garage.

I am so there when it comes to eating at a new Italian resto, I had dinner recently with my friend and fellow writer Sarah Rowland to do some damage. Our version of damage was to taste our way through several dishes off the menu, since we were both lovers of Italian cuisine.

Burrata

Sicilian Meat Balls

To begin, we shared the tasty Burrata ($13) with olive oil, sea salt and balsamic; followed by the Sicilian Meat Balls ($8) currants, pine nuts, regianno, marinara.

Mushroom Pizza

Verdura Cotta Pizza

Next we shared the Mushroom Pizza ($17) truffled mushrooms and fontina with a tomato sauce base along with the Verdura Cotta Pizza  ($16) goat cheese, onions, artichokes, roasted peppers, fior de latte with an olive oil base. Their pizza here is Napoletana style which follows the standards for this style of pizza with the ingredients used as well as the correct type of oven and cooking methods.

Gnocchi

Sausage Orecchiette

Next we shared the Gnocchi ($18) pan fried in sage butter with mushrooms; along with the flavourful Sausage Orecchiette ($18) with home-made sausage and fennel pollen.

Nutella Calzone

Tiramisu

For me dessert is always the best part of a meal, and the Nutella Calzone ($10) is a crispy pizza dough that is filled with a warm Nutella and hazelnuts mixture, this dessert that Sarah and I shared was heavenly. So, so good it should be on the menu, it is not on the printed menu, if you want it just ask your server and they will make it especially for you.  The second dessert that we shared was the delicious Tiramisu ($10) which was good, but it was the dessert that wasn’t on the menu that as had me wanting to return for more!

Review by: Richard Wolak

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ANATOLI SOUVLAKI

February 8th, 2012 admin

5 Lonsdale, North Vancouver

Tel: 604-985-9853

Web: http://www.anatolisouvlaki.com

Twitter: @AnatoliSouvlaki

Advice: Take a long a friend or two and share a variety of dishes.

I decided to create a couple of Greek Nights for my own personal indulgence recently and to visit a couple of long time restaurants who have been around for years. This was my first visit to Anatoli, a wonderful family run restaurant that has been serving fine Greek cuisine for over 30 years.

Dip Tasters

Greek Salad

I began the meal with the delicious Dip Tasters ($9) home-made pita, and a selection of dips the homous, eggplant and tzatziki; followed by a wonderful Greek Salad ($8) fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, feta & olives.

Spanakopita

Garithes

Saganaki

Paidakia

Kleftiko

Next was the outstanding Spanakopita ($9) Spinach, feta, herbs wrapped in filo & baked with mint – yum! This was followed by another outstanding dish, Garithes ($14) prawns and vegetables in white wine with tomato, feta and ouzo sauce.  The next dish was a known favourite that I had to try, a specialty in Greece, the rich and delicious Saganaki ($11) Pan fried mountain sheep cheese done with a touch of brandy. Next was to try the first of two lamb dishes, the Paidakia ($31) juicy flame grilled lamb chops followed by the Kleftiko ($23) another lamb dish, Shoulder of lamb braised until it melts off the bone and it was delicious.

Dessert Platter

Who could resist finishing the meal with some Greek sweets, I enjoyed all three as I savoured my way through the Veriko, Baklava and Ekmek.

The restaurant is quite large with seating throughout and very hospitable staff. Don’t take as long to visit for your first time as I did, I am looking forward to a return visit soon!

Review by: Richard Wolak

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THE MAC SHACK

January 24th, 2012 admin

5395 West Boulevard, Vancouver

Tel: 604-267-4225

Web: www.themacshack.ca

Twitter: @the_mac_shack

Advice: If you are going with a friend and having any of the Mac & Cheese dishes then share a medium size or get 2 smalls and share.

West Coast Salad

Having a Mac & Cheese growing up was never as fun as my recent visit to The Mac Shack for dinner. My friend Cassandra Anderton joined me to indulge in Mac & Cheese oooey gooey cheesy goodness! We started with some greens and each had a small West Coast Salad ($5) with tossed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, mushrooms and honey roasted pecans served with a light raspberry vinaigrette.

Lobster Mac

The Ultimate

Build Your Own

Bread Dippers

Next, we shared 3 of the Ultimate size of Mac & Cheese, all were served in large cast iron pans, the first was the outstanding Lobster Mac ($18) with asiago & Canadian cheddar, lobster meat, oyster mushrooms, lemon, dill, truffle oil and roasted garlic in a cream sauce. The second was The Ultimate ($16) with bacon, bell peppers, broccoli, mushrooms, chicken, chorizo, shrimp, with Mozzarella and Gruyere cheese in a tomato sauce. Third, was a Build Your Own ($16), which I built using the healthiest of ingredients on offer, ours had Aged cheddar and Asiago, along with whole wheat pasta, broccoli, caramelized onions, and mushrooms in a tomato sauce. We also added an order of Bread Dippers ($ .90) that perhaps was adding more carbs into the mix that we could have done without.

The Squish

The Skillet Brownie

We both thought dessert was in order to round up our comforting meal. We both shared The Squish ($4.75) double chocolate chip cookies filled with vanilla ice cream with a raspberry coulis, however it was the 2nd dessert that was the clear favourite for us both, The Skillet Brownie ($5.90) double chocolate brownie warmed in a skillet topped with vanilla bean gelato and drizzled with raspberry coulis.

The Mac Shack has taken Mac & Cheese to a new level, with the best cheese and quality ingredients this is surely Mac & Cheese that you are going to want to eat time and time again.

Review By: Richard Wolak

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