Posts Tagged ‘Dinner’

THE UNION BAR

April 8th, 2012 admin

219 Union Street, Vancouver

Tel: 604-568-3230

Web:  http://theunionbar.ca/

Twitter: @TheUnionBar

Advice: No reservations.

In this stylish room, this is a South East Asian eatery with a very hip look and feel. Located at the entrance of Chinatown, you will find communal tables and a bar that is filled with tropical ingredients to shake and stir those refreshing cocktails that go so well with some spicy eats.

Peanut Noodles

Bubur Cha Cha

I have always been a fan of peanut sauce or peanut anything for that matter, I had the outstanding and flavourful Peanut Noodles ($13) spinach, shiitakes, charred eggplant, sambal ginger peanut sauce followed by a very different type of dessert which is common in Asia and less common here, the Bubur Cha Cha ($7) caramelized sweet potatoes, yams and tapioca in coconut milk.

The menu is filled with an array of snacks and bowls, covering all of the regions in South East Asia, from Malaysia to Indonesia to Thailand as well as Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwiches; along with salads, greens and desserts. The bar menu is filled with all sorts of unique cocktails along with beer and wine.

I can’t wait to return to try the Cha Ca Fish as well as their Green Papaya Salad.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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VIA TEVERE PIZZERIA

April 5th, 2012 admin

1190 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

Tel: 604-336-1803

Web: http://viateverepizzeria.com/

Twitter: @ViaTeverePizza

Advice: No reservations, closed on Mondays.

From the moment I walked in to Via Tevere I was captivated by the warmth of the room, it’s as if the restaurant has been in the neighborhood for years. From the cool ambience to the top notch service to the outstanding authentic Neapolitan pizzeria I can assure you I was impressed.

Salsiccia e Rapini Pizza

I had the outstanding Salsiccia e Rapini Pizza ($15) with fior de latte, Italian sausage and broccoli rabe. The crust is key here, it was perfect from the texture to the appearance, both on the bottom and top, along with the cheese and other ingredients this was one tasty pie. The menu is quite simple, they offer pizza as well as some antipasti selections as well as a few desserts, keeping it simple is the way to go and it’s working here.

Already looking forward to my next visit.

Review By: Richard Wolak

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Dinner at The Grill – Vancouver Club

March 26th, 2012 admin

Chef Sean Cousins invited me in for dinner recently where I was treated to these wonderful dishes.

The First Course:

Weathervine and Baja prawn dumpling, apple beet slaw almonds

Weathervine and Baja prawn dumpling, apple beet slaw almonds

 The Second Course:

Fennel Pollen and clay pepper crusted ahi tuna, berkshire pork jowl, house chorizo ragu

Fennel Pollen and clay pepper crusted ahi tuna, berkshire pork jowl, house chorizo ragu

 The Third Course:

Rabbit Bollotine, cress, carrots 2 ways

Rabbit Bollotine, cress, carrots 2 ways

 The Fourth Course:

Butter poached Lobster, 24k leaf with acadian caviar, acquerello risotto

Butter poached Lobster, 24k leaf with acadian caviar, acquerello risotto

The Fifth Course:

Sezmu Beef duo, 72 hour shortrib, roasted tenderloin, smoked hollandaise

Sezmu Beef duo, 72 hour shortrib, roasted tenderloin, smoked hollandaise

 The Sixth Course:

Blood Orange Chocolate nitro ice cream

Blood orange nitro ice cream

The Last Course:

White Chocolate Truffles

White Chocolate Truffles

My Take:

Each of the courses were well presented and each had wonderful flavours. My favourite dishes were the Fennel Pollen and clay pepper crusted ahi tuna, berkshire pork jowl, house chorizo ragu; Butter poached Lobster, 24k leaf with acadian caviar, acquerello risotto; Sezmu Beef duo, 72 hour shortrib, roasted tenderloin, smoked hollandaise; Blood orange nitro ice cream hand-made table side was quite the experience and was a refreshing dessert and the White Chocolate Truffles.

Note: This is a members only club, The Grill is not open to the public, to dine there you must be a member or be invited by a member.

The Grill at Vancouver Club

915 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

http://vancouverclub.ca/

By: Richard Wolak

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SALMON & BANNOCK

March 14th, 2012 admin

1128 West Broadway, Vancouver

Tel: (604) 568-8971

Web: http://www.salmonandbannock.net/

Twitter: @SnBVancouver

Advice: Be adventurous and try some of their native dishes.

Bannock

Salmon Sampler Platter

I recently embarked on an aboriginal culinary adventure at a truly one of a kind restaurant that excels in serving home-made Aboriginal cuisine. My friend Sepy Bazzazi joined me and we began our meal with BC Nk’Mip Cellars wines along with their outstanding house-baked Bannock ($2.50) with Saskatoon berry jam, to follow we had the tasty Salmon Sampler Platter ($12.50) with indian candy, lox roll, barbeque salmon mousse, pickled wild sockeye and bannock crisps.

Wild Pacific Salmon

Bison Tacos

Our culinary adventure continued, I had the delicious Wild Pacific Salmon ($24) with creamy dill sauce with Ojibway wild rice and Sepy had the very unique Bison Tacos ($14) topped with organic greens, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream and red onions.

Berry Bannock Bread Pudding

Mixed Berry Apple Pie

Since dessert is always a must after any of my culinary adventures, we both then shared the outstanding Berry Bannock Bread Pudding with ice cream as well as the delicious Mixed Berry Apple Pie with vanilla ice cream.

Review By: Richard Wolak

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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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PIZZA BARBARELLA

March 9th, 2012 admin

654 East Broadway, Vancouver

Tel: 604-210-6111

Web: http://www.pizzeriabarbarella.com/

Twitter: @PizzaBarbarella

Advice: Bring a flashlight to read the menu. Sit at the communal table if dining solo.

Since I have been a long time pizza lover, I am quite particular about my favourite pizza pie. I had heard a lot of hubbub about this spot in East Van and as much as I love East Van, I am hopeful another pizzeria will open that hits that mark! The room was dark, spacious and it was very difficult to read the menu, the candlelight didn’t cut it.

Funghi Pizza

Bianco Rosa

I was dining solo and my mission was to try more than one pizza, so I ordered two of them, the Funghi Pizza ($17) bechamella, fontina, oven roasted cremini mushrooms, parmigiano reggiano and white truffle oil, where the cheese and toppings had a good taste, my taste buds were jarred with the charcoal burnt taste from the bottom crust. The second pizza was the Bianco Rosa ($14) red onions, rosemary, pistachios, parmigiano reggiano and extra virgin olive oil; which was the best by far with its Pistachios that created a wonderful crunch and flavour.

Oh and skip the fork and knife and eat this pizza with your hands!

Review by: Richard Wolak

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WIN 2 Tickets to Delhi 2 Dublin on March 17 & Dinner Mahony & Sons

March 8th, 2012 admin

In Celebration of St Patricks Day and everything that’s Irish, try your Irish luck, Enter to Win one pair of tickets to BIG St. Pat’s Night Out! Concert at the Vogue Theatre on March 17 (St. Paddy’s Day) at 8 pm featuring Delhi 2 Dublin and special guests Dream Catcher along with a $100 Gift Card to Mahony & Sons Public House.

Delhi 2 Dublin with Special Guests Dream Catcher is being presented on March 17th at 8pm at the Vogue Theatre as part of the CelticFest Vancouver festival that runs March 10-18.

A live collaboration in 2006 at CelticFest Vancouver put together this band as a one-off performance piece called Delhi to Dublin. It was so well-received that requests for additional performances led to the official formation of Delhi 2 Dublin. After three albums and international recognition, we are thrilled to be presenting this dynamic band again for the first time since its inception at the Festival 6 years ago.Delhi 2 Dublin continues to break the mold with the release of its new genre-busting album, Planet Electric, in 2010.

Mahony & Sons Public House

Irish music. Irish food. Irish craic. Who knew an authentic Irish experience could be found in Vancouver? But an authentic Irish experience is exactly what you’ll find at Mahony & Sons Public House. We feature live music, world and local sports on Satellite HDTV. And, of course, every day you’ll find delicious comfort food complemented by our selection of cold, Mahony sized pints, wines, and extensive selection of spirits. Phone us at P: 604.647.7513 (downtown) or P: 604.827.4444 (UBC)

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 CONGRATULATIONS OUR WINNER IS NATALIE @natalievana

Now for The Contest

Follow these 3 steps:

1) Write a comment below, tell us who is your favourite Celtic musician OR what your favourite Irish beverage is.

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All submissions will be entered to win for the random draw. The winner of this contest will be announced via twitter and posted.  The contest giveaway is to enter to Win one pair of tickets to BIG St. Pat’s Night Out! Concert at the Vogue Theatre on March 17 (St. Paddy’s Day) at 8 pm featuring Delhi 2 Dublin and special guests Dream Catcher along with a $100 Gift Card to Mahony & Sons Public House.- Value $175

Fine Print: Contest will run until 11pm on 3/12/12 You must enter your full name and twitter address if you have one and register with your email address when entering the contest.

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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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