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Exploring Chilliwack for the day in the Honda HR-V

I recently spent some time test driving the Honda HR-V 2024 car around Vancouver and then spent the day in Chilliwack which was only 1-1/2 hours East of Vancouver. We visited Smoking Gun Coffee (46168 Yale Rd #101, Chilliwack) for coffee and…

Interview with Selim Dahmane

Selim Louis Dahmane started cooking at the age of 20 casually for his friends and that’s when he realized it was his passion. At that time he was studying at a university in Paris on his way to do a Diploma…

First Taste of Good Thief

Specializing in cocktails, mocktails and dishes daily into the night. Good Thief is a reinterpretation of Vietnamese culture and innovative culinary artistry giving them new life in a modern menu of cocktails and “món nhậu”.  Inspired by global travels and a relentless pursuit…

Around Vancouver in the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Noir

I recently spent a week test driving the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Noir SUV around Vancouver while visiting some restaurants as well as a farm. Headed over to one of my favourite new bakeries in the Fraserhood neighbourhood, Mish Mish Bakery…

Summer Like an Italian in Vancouver

Another summer where I was hoping to travel to Italy and as that didn’t materialize, I had a chance to Summer like an Italian with Kitchen Table Restaurants without leaving Vancouver while we visited 3 out of 12 of their…

Eating around Metro Vancouver in the Honda CR-V Hybrid

I recently spent a week test driving the Honda CR-V Hybrid 2024 car around Vancouver while trying some dishes at some restaurants. I visited Crab Hot Lau on Kingsway one evening for an Iced Vietnamese Coffee, followed by their delicious Lemongrass…

Vancouver Sundae Challenge

Welcome to the 10th Annual Vancouver Foodster Sundae Challenge.  Cafes and food trucks from all over the city were invited to enter their Sundae creations into this challenge. Each cafe will be featuring one or two special creations on their menu…

Experiencing Pasta Polo in Coquitlam

Some of my friends joined me to experience this Italian eatery that has been running in the area for over 22 years, it was a first time visit for all of us. Almost everything is made from scratch at this…

A Field Trip to Gibsons for the Day

“FieldTrips” is either a day trip or a few days where I visit food areas of interest which may include farm visits, producers, wineries, restaurants and/or other places that people can visit. This is about offering Vancouver Foodster readers a…

Experiencing the Korean Secret Garden Fusion Buffet

It’s all about an Elevated Korean Buffet Experience and for under $40 you have an affordable dining all-you-can-eat experience in the Lougheed area of Burnaby. I loved the selection of dishes offered as well as these build-your-own dishes. At the buffet…

Summer Burger Festival

The Vancouver Culinary Fest presents our first Summer Burger Festival at a selection of restaurants around the city that are featuring their burger creations. Each restaurant will be featuring their Burger creations on their menu from August 1-31, 2024. How…

Interview with Aaron Lobo

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…

Food and Music at the 47th Annual Folk Music Festival

During the weekend of July 19-21, 2024 I enjoyed countless hours listening to music from musicians who performed at the 47th Annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival that was held at Jericho Beach Park. In addition to the music, I enjoyed…

Dumpling Fest Vancouver Summer Edition on September 4

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 wontons, Greek dumplings to Indian dumplings, Nepalese momos, to Mexican empanadas and more….

Northern Vietnamese Cooking Class on September 9

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our Demo & Dine-style cooking class, where culinary education meets delectable dining. In this intimate two and a half hour session, you’ll enjoy a three-course seafood dinner prepared right before your eyes. No…

Vancouver Culinary Fest August 1 – September 30

In recognition of our Vancouver Foodster 15th Anniversary, we are launching our inaugural festival August 1 – September 30, 2024 that features a selection of food related events that include cooking classes, food tours, talks and more. Summer Burger Festival –…

Interview with Martin Vargas

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…

First Taste of Life is Sweet Confections

A new confectionary and gelato shop just opened in the Lower Lonsdale neighbourhood of North Vancouver. Owned by Liana Gerber she. started making chocolates while she was at home during the pandemic, she loved it so much that she decided to…

VEGAS DONUTS

4003 Knight St, Vancouver TeL: n/a Web: https://vegasdonuts.ca/ instagram @vegasdonuts Advice: Counter service bakery This donut shop is inspired by owners Mike and Steve’s grandparents who once had a donut shop in Las Vegas in the 1960’s, their lineup of…

Vancouver Mocktail Challenge Winners

The Vancouver Mocktail Challenge was a success featuring creations from restaurants around Vancouver. Each spot featured their creation from June 14 – July 7, 2024. Our media judging panel determined the ultimate winners of the challenge, and this was quite the task…

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