Category: Parties & Events

Experiencing DIY Hot Pot at Piping Hot

It’s all about self-service, pay by weight for your individual hot pot and fry bar experience in Richmond. This type of hot pot experience controls the amount you eat as you are paying by weight ($3.99 per 100 grams). You…

First Taste of Hugos Mexican Kitchen in Surrey

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,…

First Taste of Dante Sandwich

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…

Dan’s Legacy 11th Annual Chefs Charity Dinner

On Saturday, November 16, 118 guests turned out to support Dan’s Legacy’s 11th Annual Chefs’ Charity Dinner presented by the BCGEU at the Freemasons Hall in New Westminster, and raised $77,685 for at-risk youth. The funds will go towards Dan’s Legacy’s…

Experiencing Indian Cuisine at Dhaliwal’s Lounge in Surrey

Specializing in Indian Cuisine, enjoy a blend of authentic flavors, cozy ambiance, and exceptional service.  I have experienced many of Chef Kesavan’s dishes from India using local ingredients along with spices from the region. 1st dish: Cheese and chilli stuffed…

First Taste of the Saigonville

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,…

First Taste of Just Pizza

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…

First Taste of Saan Saan Café

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…

New Dishes, Mocktails and More at L’Abattoir

Earlier this summer I had the pleasure to dine at one of my favourite spots in the city, L’Abattoir. Started off at the bar where I had the Universe and Lawrence had the Orion while watching Bar Manager Alexa Gervais and bartender Devin in…

Taste of Abby Night Market Kicks off Festival

An annual fall festival takes place in Abbotsford that features a range of different food and drinks events in the area. I attended the first event of this year’s festival, the Taste of Abby Night Market that featured a selection…

Feast of Fields at Athiana Acres

It has been one of my favourite food events each year for over 15 years and this year the annual tasty event took place at Athiana Acres for its 31st Annual Harvest festival. I was honored to be able to attend…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Awaken Canada Launch Party

Awaken Canada is a new exhilarating film at FlyOver Canada it is a new flying journey that captures the sights, stories and spirit of Canada. I attended the launch party recently where we enjoyed tasty food and drinks as well…

Carnaval del Sol July 5- 7

The biggest Latin American festival in the Pacific Northwest takes place on July 5th, 6th & 7th at Jonathan Rogers Park in the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood and this year’s festival will feature 17 Latin American countries with over 350 talented artists,…

Steak Masters at Chop Steakhouse

It’s been more than a few years since I last tasted through their popular Steak Masters feature at Chop Steakhouse. This time around I was invited to their Coal Harbour location to try out this feature menu by Chop’s Executive…

New Dishes Tasting at Pier 7 Restaurant

It’s been almost 10 years since my last visit and many menus have changed since; Executive Chef Skylar created a wonderful menu based on some dietary preferences for us; equally Bar Manager Christian created some standout mocktails. 1st dish: We…

Spring Menu Tasting at C Prime Modern Italian Steakhouse

Another season has passed with Spring now in full swing, and here are some delicious dishes by Executive Chef Behshad Zolnasr. 1st dish: TONNO TARTARYellow Fin Tuna, Avocado Mousse, Calabrian Chilies, Capers, Pistachio, and Squid Ink Crisp; beautiful and flavorful…

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