Interview with Chef Nourdine Majdoubi
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…
Salmon Chowder Cookoff September 27 at River Fest
The 2nd Annual Salmon Chowder Cookoff is happening this year on Saturday September 27th from 11am – 1pm at the River Market in New Westminster. Hosted by the Fraser River Discovery Centre, as five restaurants battle it out for the…
RIPE Feast on October 19
On October 19th, 2014, the Vancouver Farmers Markets will present their 6th annual dinner fundraiser event: RIPE: A Harvest Celebration, at the Roundhouse Community Centre from 4pm – 8pm. RIPE is a casual, family-style meal that includes a feast of…
DONER KEBAB
1956 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver Tel: (604) 558-1050 Web: http://www.donerkebab.ca/ Twitter: @DonerKebabVan Advice: No reservations. It’s counter service. Located in the heart of Kitsilano’s West 4th neighborhood, Ashgar is the ultimate host who takes care of his customers as he…
SIX ACRES
203 Carrall Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-488-0110 Web: http://sixacres.ca/ Twitter: @sixacres Advice: On a nice day the patio is the place to be. Every so often there is a restaurant that has been on my to try list forever, thankfully this…
Tasting Plates West End
On September 10, 2014 we presented our Tasting Plates West End event that showcased 8 establishments throughout the area. Marquis Wine Cellars MENU Our Tasting Cup included: 2 wines to taste during registration. SPAGHeTEI MENU Our Tasting Plate included: 1) …
Interview with Chef Tim Kozody
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…
LA CUISSON CAFÉ
2050 W 41st Avenue, Vancouver Tel: (604) 558-2589 Web: https://www.facebook.com/pages/La-Cuisson-Cafe/142054755871323 Twitter: @LaCuissonCafe Advice: Reservations requested for afternoon tea and afternoon coffee service. Hidden off the beaten path in the heart of Kerrisdale is a wonderous gem. Specializing in Syphon Style…
Tasting Plates West Van on September 23
Tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants in the Ambleside, Dundarave and Park Royal neighborhoods in West Vancouver. This evening tasting extravaganza goes from 6pm until 9:30 pm and is presented by Vancouver Foodster. Each restaurant will be serving up Tasting Plates…
Gyoza Bar Opening
Last night I attended the opening party of Gyoza Bar, the latest restaurant and their 3rd in Vancouver from Aburi Restaurants. Seigo Nakamura – owner of Aburi Restaurants opened Gyoza Bar to offer their distinct interpretation of the traditional gyoza…
Feast of Fields at Wellbrook Winery
It was my first time to Wellbrook Winery this past Sunday for the 20th annual FarmFolk CityFolk’s, Metro Vancouver Feast of Fields, this was my 5th Feast of Fields It was a beautiful day with a great crowd of passionate…
Vancouver Barista Signature Beverage Challenge
Welcome to the 2nd annual Vancouver Foodster Barista Signature Beverage Challenge. I have invited cafes from all over the city to enter up to two of their baristas and their respective signature beverage creation into this challenge, their baristas had to…
Brunch with Paolo Pietropaolo at Graze Restaurant
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…
Vancouver Fish and Chips Challenge
Welcome to the Vancouver Foodster Fish and Chips Challenge. Restaurants from all over the city were invited to enter their fish and chips creations into this challenge, most have created a special fish and chips creation just for this challenge. Each…
Deep Cove Craft Brewmasters Dinner at Craft Market
I attended this wonderful dinner at Craft Beer Market on August 26th that featured a 4 course meal created by Executive Chef Cam McGowan paired with a variety of beers from local brewer Deep Cove Craft. It was great to…
TACOFINO COMMISSARY
2327 East Hastings, Vancouver Tel: 604-253-TACO Web: http://tacofino.com/ Twitter: @TacofinoCantina Advice: Community sharing tables, so find a space and share your table. I have been a fan of their fish tacos ever since their food trucks hit the streets in…
Gastown BBQ & Chili Fest Winners
This past weekend I participated in the 3rd Annual Gastown BBQ & Chili Festival as one of the celebrity judges, I also had an opportunity to sample much of the fare during the weekend. It was Barbq madness creating a…
Food Talks Vol 11 on Sept 16
This is the eleventh event in this Food Talks series! Come join us to meet and mingle with other foodies, and to hear some enlightening speakers from the food community. Hosted by Richard Wolak – Founder of Vancouver Foodster and Food…
Sweet Bake Shop Opening
Last night I attended the opening party in Yaletown. Owned by Tessa Sam this sweet boutique offers home-made treats including cupcakes, cakes and cookies. They offer a selection of delicious cakes, cupcakes, cookies and other sweets daily and also take…
SATE BAKERY
UPDATED – BUSINESS HAS CLOSED 2879 Commercial Drive, Vancouver Tel: 604-725-8400 Web: www.bakerysate.com Twitter: @BakerySate Advice: Go early for the breakfast pastries as they come out of the oven. Patisseries have been opening in many neighborhoods around the city, now foodies…
Bella Gelateria Yaletown Opening
Last night I attended the opening party for Maestro James Coleridge’s new gelateria in Yaletown. This time around James has stepped it up to not only include his award winning gelato, he has added a full line-up of Italian Napoletana…
Gastown BBQ & Chili Fest August 30 & 31
I am looking forward to being one of the celebrity judges at this weekend’s, 3rd Annual Gastown BBQ & Chili Festival. This annual festival and competition features 12 Gastown restaurants competing against each other, check out the full event schedule….