Specializing in Indian cuisine, brothers and chefs Bassi and Lucky have set up a menu of Indian classics with some fun twists; flavourful dishes. The chefs are striving to make everything from scratch in their restaurant. I have visited and…
Specializing in Central Vietnamese cuisine, this restaurant opened recently serving authentic, tasty dishes at this family run spot run by 2 brothers aged 17 and 22, their family owns 10 restaurants in Vietnam. Their dad trained under an internationally famous celebrity…
With their authentic Italian focus this newly opened restaurant is situated inside the Italian Cultural Centre where they are serving authentic Italian pizzas, pasta, panini and more! With accomplished Head Chef James Buchanan running the kitchen they are cooking without…
It’s all about Globally inspired cuisine inspired by the travels of Executive Chefs Kanwardeep Ahluwalia & Chef Baldeep Singh. Bar Asra’s interior reflects a modern, organic aesthetic that evokes Vancouver’s natural beauty with lush foliage amongst a mix of cozy booths, communal…
Experienced new Vancouver restaurant which is also their first Canadian location; and the food was delicious. It’s a beautiful spot that has over 300 seats and a viewing window where you can see their dumplings being handcrafted. We tried a lot…
Serving a wide selection of Indian and Indian fusion dishes from wraps to bowls as well as juices, smoothies, tacos, quesadillas and so much more at their restaurant that is located on the edge of Surrey and White Rock. Owned…
Experienced this newly opened Modern Thai restaurant (The restaurant reflects a bold reinvention of Thai street food from the Kongsilp family behind the beloved SalaThai, which served the city for nearly 40 years) where they now serve cocktails, mocktails and flavourful dishes daily…
With it’s focus on globally inspired dishes Central (brought to us by the same people who own Craft Beer Market) is opening in downtown Vancouver on March 6th at 555 Burrard Street. I was invited to preview this beautiful new restaurant…
Specializing in all things plant-based this cafe is a recent newcomer to the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood and it is owned by Chef Lindsay (she was previously the private chef for notable Jimmy Pattison) and her partner Olly. They have a…
Newly opened in the Fairview neighbourhood is an impressive forward thinking cafe that is making everything from scratch, from baked goods, to the bread for the sandwiches, to the pastries, gelato and more! They serve coffee from one of the top…
Experienced recently re-opened Mexican restaurant at their new location in the Clayton neighbourhood Here you feel like you are in Mexico with the beautiful decor inside. Lawrence joined me and we started off with their tasty Queso Fundido with beef Barbacoa,…
A great new addition to downtown Vancouver’s Robson Street, this Italian sandwich café features Schiacciata a Tuscan bread that’s large and thin, crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for making Italian sandwiches. They serve these cold or grilled, they also…
Specializing in Vietnamese fusion this new restaurant located in the East Village neighbourhood is owned by Chef Kevin Nguyen who has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Chef Kevin moved to Vancouver 3 years ago from Saigon,…
It’s all about the best sourdough pizza and more at this new East Van pizzeria. The amazing crust that gives the pizza a chewy texture and a delicious base to the creative toppings and crusts that co-owners Chef Steven Che and…
Over a couple of visits I have experienced this newly opened café in the Crosstown neighbourhood; this beautiful cafe offers nostalgic and gluten-free Hong Kong-inspired food and drink. Founded by siblings Eric, Sarena, and Jamie Siu, the cafe space occupies…
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…
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…
Specializing in sushi hand rolls and other Japanese dishes in the heart of Yaletown, owners’ husband and wife Paulo and Priscilla have created a great spot featuring high quality seafood. Everything is so fresh and flavourful and you get to…
Marugame Udon is known world-wide for its made-to-order Sanuki-style udon, which is a specific type of udon noodle originating from Japan’s Kagawa Prefecture, formerly known as the Sanuki region. Sanuki-style udon is one of the most popular and well-known udon varieties…
With it’s extensive selection of whiskey’s the restaurant boasts the largest collection of whiskey in the country with over 3,000 bottles and growing. The cuisine is global and it’s best described as a culinary adventure. Chef Valerio Pescetelli leads the…
Specializing in homestyle Moroccan cuisine at this beautiful new restaurant in the Gastown neighbourhood of Vancouver. It’s owned by Chef/Owner Adil Dhilou and Owner Brahim Najem who are both passionate about welcoming their customers into their vibrant restaurant. These are…
Specializing in Middle Eastern cuisine at this beautiful new restaurant in downtown Vancouver. It’s owned by 5 best friends which is made up of Israelis and Palestinians and they have melded their cultures together to bring the cuisine from Haifa,…