I recently spent a week test driving the Acura MDX Type S Ultra 2026 around Vancouver visiting some new cafes and restaurants as well as to see the Bruno Mars concert. One of my favourite musicians was performing a sold out 5…
Enjoyed another delicious Moroccan dinner where the chefs added some new dishes. Lawrence joined me and we started off with a couple of their mocktails, I had the Apricot and Lawrence had the Pomegranate Lemonade. The drinks paired perfectly with…
Experienced the new menu by Chef Rory Bamber at their Langley winery bistro with Lawrence who joined me. These are the dishes we had: 1st course: Roasted butternut squash velouté, loved the hazelnut and pumpkin seed praline and crispy sage…
I recently spent some time test driving the 2026 Honda CR-V TrailSport around Toronto while visiting some cafes in the city. I was in search of Sourdough originally and found my way to Brodflour which wastucked into Liberty Village on Pardee Avenue,…
Earlier in the fall I revisited Toronto where I spent 7 days eating around the city. The city is known for its incredible multiculturalism, with its motto being “Diversity Our Strength.” It’s often cited as one of the most diverse…
If you are heading to Vancouver International Airport for a domestic flight or arriving at the domestic terminal, visit Lucky Lily Asian Brasserie at Gate C46. This recently opened restaurant is owned by SSP America in partnership with celebrated Canadian…
Tokyo is a city where tradition and modern innovation seamlessly converge, particularly when it comes to gastronomy. Whether you are wandering through historic alleyways or exploring high-end shopping districts, every neighborhood offers an incredible variety of food. Here is a…
It’s no secret that I have dined at Time Out Market Vancouver often since it opened in late May. These are my favourite dishes from opening through October. Note: These are not in any ranking order Pad Thai wrapped in…
Here are 3 new additions to Oakridge Park that I have tried which offer up some more great spots for food and drink inside the luxury mall. Armani/Caffè Vancouver Armani/Caffè brings the refined simplicity and quiet luxury of the iconic…
If you are looking for a little escape this fall without flying, here is an amazing experience you don’t want to miss! WONTON MAMA dining experience is now open and runs to the end of the year offering dinner service…
I recently spent a week test driving the 2026 Honda Pilot around Vancouver. The 2026 Honda Pilot receives notable tech upgrades, design refinements, and enhanced cabin comfort across its lineup. On the outside, the three-row SUV features a redesigned front…
Breakfast at Tiffany’s at The Blue Box Cafe is nestled inside the flagship boutique in Ginza, Tokyo and this was a wonderfully lavish experience. Lawrence and I enjoyed the full experience in the stunning dining room, which was decorated with…
I recently spent a week test driving the Acura MDX Type S Ultra 2026 around North Vancouver and points East to Maple Ridge and Langley while trying some dishes at eateries in the area. It was a beautiful day in the city…
Osaka, Japan’s bustling commercial powerhouse and third-largest city, is a vibrant, down-to-earth metropolis celebrated for its electric street life, warm-hearted locals, and world-famous food culture. Long known as the nation’s “Tenka no Kkitchen” (Nation’s Kitchen), the city is fueled by…
I experienced the inaugural dinner of this new series which is a celebration of the warmth of oak and the allure of smoke that defines the Pacific Northwest’s autumn harvest. Chef Harris Sakalis and his team have created this new…
Here are some ideas for celebrating Thanksgiving in and around Vancouver at home or at a restaurant, here is a random selection of restaurants offering brunches, buffets, dinners or turkey to go! Loam Bistro Loam Bistro is celebrating Thanksgiving with…
I recently spent a week test driving the 2026 Honda CR-V TrailSport around metro Vancouver. The dining scene across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley is shaped by its deep regional roots and rich international influences. From farm-to-table artisanal creameries in the…
Kyoto’s food scene is a deeply refined art form shaped by over a millennium as Japan’s imperial capital, where culinary tradition, seasonality, and Zen philosophy converge. Renowned as the birthplace of Kyo-kaiseki—a meticulously crafted, multi-course haute cuisine that balances delicate…
I always enjoy learning about the families that start their own restaurants for the first time. I had a chance to experience in this restaurant in North Vancouver that just celebrated their 1st anniversary for flavourful Northern Vietnamese dishes. Often the…
Ameeruddin began his post-secondary journey at the University of British Columbia (UBC) before pivoting his focus to accounting. He transferred to Langara College, where he earned his diploma/degree in business accounting, and went on to work as an accountant at…
Best of the West at the Harmony Arts festival was a wonderful evening of tasty food on the Ambleside Pier on a warm summer night for this memorable annual event. I tasted many of the dishes from the 12 participating restaurants…
I love neighbourhood cafes that are somewhat hidden off the beaten track and this is one of them. Located in the heart of the Westend this lovely spot serves daily brunch and was inspired by the South of France where the…