Yearly Archives: 2011

A Quest for the Best Meatballs

Meatballs are a staple on many menus not only here in Vancouver, also in many parts of the world. We often would find these little balls of goodness on the menu at an Italian restaurant on their own or served…

Summer Menu Tasting at Seasons in the Park

My family joined me for dinner recently to taste some of the new dishes as well as old favourites at Seasons in the Park. We dined on the outside patio and had a spectacular view of the city and mountains….

Appleton Rum Cocktail Competition

On Sunday May 29th the Fairmont Pacific Rim Lobby Bar played host to the Appleton Rum Mixologist Competition that saw 17 of Vancouver’s finest bartenders compete in a black box style competition. After 3+ hours of intense competition, Trevor Kallies…

A Taste of India Tea at the Urban Tea Merchant

Afternoon Tea is an art and should be an extraordinary experience one that you will cherish. Vancouver has some wonderful places for you to indulge in an Afternoon Tea experience. Each of the places is unique in what they offer…

Adesso Bistro Celebrates 1 Year

On Sunday June 5th I attended the 1st Anniversary Party at Adesso Bistro where proprietors Carol Gadsby and Luciano Loi greeted guests. Both white and red wine was poured as guests mingled and lounged on the outside patio. Delicious Ligurian fare…

Chef Robert Belcham

Vancouver is home to some of the best chefs in the world, many have worked for the top chefs and restaurants around the world as well as around the city. Dishing with the Chefs is a series of Interviews with…

TABLEAU

1181 Melville Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-639-8692 Web: http://tableaubarbistro.com/ Twitter: @tableaubistro Advice: Try to get a banquette seat in front of the bar for best people watching or sit outside on the patio. Located inside the Loden Hotel. Starting out the…

Interview with Jason Browne

Jason Browne | Calabash Bistro | Vancouver Jason Browne is a Bartender at Calabash Bistro in Vancouver, where he has been mixing drinks for the restaurant since they opened in 2010. He was previously a Bartender at the Revel Room…

Calabash Bistro Celebrates 1 Year

On Wednesday June 1st I attended the 1st Anniversary Party at Calabash Bistro, the party happened to take place in conjunction with the Vancouver Canucks playing their 1st game in the Stanley Cup finals. Guests were fortunate to be able…

Street Food aka Sweet Food at Night at the Aquarium

Yes Vancouver is a paradise for great food it also has a growing mecca of Street Food carts! Students of the Pastry Class at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts have created  a selection of desserts dubbed ‘Street Food’ from…

PINK ELEPHANT THAI

UPDATED – BUSINESS HAS CLOSED 1152 Alberni Street, Vancouver Tel: 604.646.8899 Web: https://thaihouse.com/pink-elephant-thai/ Twitter: @pinkethai Advice: Go with friends and share the dishes. Loved the pink theme of the bright and spacious room with high ceilings and decorative light fixtures….

WIN a Summer Gelato Party

Kick-off summer in Vancouver with a sweet Contest where you have a chance to win your own Summer Gelato Party for you and 20 of your friends hosted by Bella Gelateria! Bella Gelateria is dedicated to preserving the true artisanship…

Indian Summer Festival July 7-17

In celebration of Vancouver’s 125th anniversary and the official ‘Year of India in Canada,’ the high-profile festival of arts and ideas, running July 7-17, 2011 in downtown Vancouver, will feature top contemporary and classical Indian talent in music, dance, literature,…

Dish n’ Dazzle June 17

Wines Chile presents Dish n’ Dazzle 2011 Pacific Rim Hotel – 1038 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC Friday, June 17th 6:30-9:30pm   Meet visiting winemakers and taste wines from wine regions across Chile from over 25 visiting wineries, each pouring up…

CARDERO’S

1583 Coal Harbour Quay, Vancouver Tel: 604.669.7666 Web: http://www.vancouverdine.com/carderos0experience.aspx Twitter: @carderos_van Advice: Make an advance reservation and request a window table or a spot on the patio. Located in Coal Harbour on the water with one of the most spectacular…

Interview with Arthur Chen

Arthur Chen| Vancouver Vancouver is home to some of the best pastry chefs in the world, many have worked for the top chefs and restaurants around the world as well as around the city. Star Pastry Chefs is a series…

THE RED WAGON

2296 East Hastings Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-568-4565 Web: http://www.redwagoncafe.com/ Twitter: @redwagoncafe Advice: Expect to wait in line awhile during weekend brunch. Brunching is a favourite past time for most, I like to explore different neighbourhoods and one of the best…

Summer Menu Tasting at Blue Canoe

I was into Blue Canoe Restaurant in Steveston to taste their Summer Menu last week, Chef  Kylo Hoy presented me and my friend Gio with a selection some of their new dishes. First Dish was the chilled Watermelon Soup with…

Jason Browne’s Rum Cocktails

Jason Browne is a Bartender at Calabash Bistro in Vancouver, where he has been mixing drinks for the restaurant since they opened in 2010. He was previously a Bartender at the Revel Room and prior to that he worked as…

Summer Splash at Goldfish June 22

Goldfish Pacific Kitchen heats up for charity swimwear event, Summer Splash Third Annual Fundraiser to benefit the Vancouver Native Health Society   Sports Illustrated – Anna Kosturova (holding glass in centre) The weather this year might have had you thinking…

CAFÉ IL NIDO

780 Thurlow Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-685-6436 Web: http://www.cafeilnido.net/ Twitter: @cafeilnido Advice: Pastas are available as half size just ask your server. Hidden off of Robson, tucked into the courtyard this long time restaurant has been serving customers for over 23…

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