As a part of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, on February 26, I attended this 13th annual awards lunch with an Italian theme, that was full of restaurateurs, sommeliers, wine makers, and other industry peers. Guests enjoyed a meal prepared…
A selection of my favourite foodie treats in no particular order that I have tasted recently and where to find them. 1) Yuzu Cheesecake an unbaked cheesecake topped with yuzu marmalade. Created by: Chef Hiro Amano Q Shi Q Japanese BBQ…
Brunch is a favourite past time shared by many and should be an extraordinary experience, one that you will cherish. Vancouver has some wonderful places for brunch. Each of the places I visit is unique for what is offered along…
On March 7, I attended this 3rd annual fundraiser event presented by The Chefs’ Table Society of BC. Foodies tasted unique and different curries from 8 participating restaurants as they competed for top judging prize as well as the people’s…
Tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants and establishments in the Marpole neighbourhood. Marpole is one of Vancouver’s oldest neighbourhoods, settled in the 1860’s.This tasting extravaganza will be centred around Granville Street between 67th and 74th, and is presented by Vancouver Foodster….
I indulged in this inaugural afternoon tea service to launch the new store and tea lounge. Michelle Nahanee and her daughter Paisley’s tea focussed shop features an indigenous selection of teas and accompanying products. After my selection of tea was…
On February 23, I attended the Shades of Italy dinner that featured 3 different regional wines (Canada, USA and Italy) based on a specific grape varietal. Each wine flight was paired with culinary delights created by Executive Chef, Romy Prasad….
Last night, I attended the book launch party at Barbara Joe’s Books to Cooks. Hot Thai Kitchen is by local writer Pailin Chongchitnant who grew up in Thailand where she spent her childhood with the kitchen as her playground. Years…
On Thursday, March 10, 2016, Dining Out For Life returns for its 22nd year in support of individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS and other serious illnesses in B.C. Since 1994, hundreds of participating restaurants from Whistler to White Rock…
On February 20th, I attended this hands on French Macaron class with Chef Yann Fougere and David Boetti at Bon Macaron in Kitsilano. Our class of 8 students were educated on the steps needed to make the best macarons from…
Welcome to the Vancouver Foodster Rice Bowl Challenge. Restaurants from all over the city were invited to enter their rice bowl creations into this challenge, most of the restaurants have created a special rice bowl just for this challenge. Each…
When writing about food and drink is the job, if it tastes good and it’s unique enough then our readers should know about it. Hy’s Cheese Toast Signature Cheese Toast – it remains as rich and decadent as ever, a…
The Chefs’ Table Society of BC’s third annual Curry Cup returns to Heritage Hall, 3102 Main St., Vancouver from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Each ticket includes samples of curry from all the teams, wine from Evolve Cellars, beer from R&B…
Salt Spring in the City is a Pop-Up Village Market, where the best producers and artisans from Salt Spring Island set-up a Showcase in Vancouver. This is a great way to discover the flavours of Salt Spring right here in…
On Monday February 29th I attended the opening party for the 2nd location of The Bibo Italian Restaurant at the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Mall near the Vancouver airport. A wide selection of Antipasti, charcuterie and cheeses were served to the…
The Vancouver Foodster 5th annual Poutine Challenge was a great success featuring unique creations at restaurants around Vancouver and Maple Ridge. Each restaurant featured their creation on their menu from February 4-28, 2016. and their customers voted for their favourites…
BC Distilled is back and bigger than ever. Canada’s premier craft and micro-distillery festival, featuring 26 BC artisan distilleries, is your chance to sample locally made gin, whisky, liqueurs, vodka and more. The main tasting event takes place on Saturday,…
When writing about food and drink is the job, if it tastes good and it’s unique enough then our readers should know about it. Dunn’s Double Down A deli favourite! Dunn’s Double Down delicious smoked meat, coleslaw and Swiss cheese,…
Executive Chef Hiro Amano guided me through a tasting of multiple courses of the yakitori focussed menu. The preparation of Yakitori involves skewering the meat with kushi, a type of skewer typically made of steel, bamboo, or similar materials. Afterwards,…
A selection of my favourite foodie treats in no particular order that I have tasted recently and where to find them. 1) Chocolate Ganache Topped with olive oil and a touch of Malden salt with dehydrated Meyer lemon is stunning in…
When writing about food and drink is the job, if it tastes good and it’s unique enough then our readers should know about it. Spam Musubi A Hawaiian favourite! On the daily feature menu, caramelized spam with tamago to…
On Wednesday February 17, we presented our 1st tasting tour of pizza held all over downtown and East Van. The evening event started off at the Hot Art Wet City gallery where guests had a chance to view a pizza…