Chef Michael Deutsch
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…
WIN 2 Tickets to Rose Revival
Liberty Wine Merchants & Bridges Restaurant proudly present the 3rd annual ROSÉ REVIVAL tasting event. Join us for an evening of fine rosé wines, fabulous hors d’oeuvres and great company. Monday May 16, 2011 7:00-9:00 pm Bridges Restaurant {Dining Room}…
Naramata at the Bayshore
On April 21st, I attended a food and wine pairing tasting that featured a large selection of wineries from all over the Naramata Bench area as well as a selection of local and Naramata region restaurants. The ballroom tasting along…
SLICKITY JIM’S CHAT ‘N CHEW
UPDATED – BUSINESS HAS CLOSED 3475 Main Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-873-6760 Web: http://www.slickityjims.com/ Twitter: @SlickityJims Advice: write your name on the sign at the door for your chance to wait in line until it is your turn to be seated….
Bao & Brew at Wild Rice
I was excited to taste the Bao & Brew menu recently on a couple accounts, first it is always a pleasure to taste Chef Todd Bright’s modern Chinese dishes, secondly my new radio show which is about beer and food…
Interview with Chef Poyan Danesh
Chef Poyan Danesh I sat down with Poyan at Miele last week whom I met for the first time and talked about his passion for cooking, competitions, leadership and excelling in the culinary world. Poyan is chef of Culinary Vision,…
Vancouver’s Best Desserts
It’s no secret that I have always been fond of desserts, here are some of the best desserts that I have had in the past two months in and around Vancouver. These desserts would make wonderful treats not only for…
Tableau Bar Bistro Opening
Last night I attended the opening party for Tableau Bar Bistro, that opens today connected to the Loden Hotel on Melville in downtown Vancouver. The beautiful room by local interior designer Franco Avignoni is going to become a people watchers…
BIG LOU’S BUTCHER SHOP
UPDATED 6/10/15 BUSINESS HAS CLOSED 269 Powell Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-566-9229 Web: www.biglousbutchershop.com Twitter: @biglousbutcher Advice: It’s a butcher shop and a sandwich shop in one. This is an old fashioned butcher shop that is everything but old fashioned, leading…
Interview with Chef Ben Genaille
Chef Ben Genaille I met up with Ben recently to talk about his passion as a chef, teacher and love for food. Previously I had the pleasure to meet and dine with Ben at one of his Aboriginal Feasts that…
WIN 2 Tickets to New Zealand in a Glass
Discover the fabulous array of New Zealand wines and enjoy your wine with a sampling of fine food and cheeses. In every glass of New Zealand wine is a world of pure discovery. Sample over 100 proven performers and stars-in-the-making…
HUBBUB SANDWICHES
859 Hornby Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-568-3398 Web: http://www.hubbubsandwiches.com/ Twitter: @_hubbub Advice: Pick your protein then have it as a sandwich or a salad – you choose when ordering. I was curious as to what the all the hubbub was about,…
CHOPPED LEAF
488 Robson Street, Vancouver Tel: 604-609-2467 Web: www.choppedleaf.ca Twitter: @choppedleaf Advice: Better value if you have the Chopped Water to stay. Starter size salad is good for one person, the full salad is good for 2 to share or for…
DELIZIA FUSION CUISINE
#2150 – 8391 Alexandra Road, Richmond, BC Tel: 778-297-7381 Web: http://www.deliziafusion.com/ Twitter: @DeliziaFusion Advice: Bring a friend or two and share some dishes. The take out menu is different than the dining in menu, if you are interested in a…
Red Cross Red Carpet Soiree May 12
The Canadian Red Cross Red Carpet Soiree is an annual gala event offering guests red carpet arrival with “paparazzi”, award-winning canapés, fine wine and a silent auction featuring items donated by celebrities, high-end retailers and Red Cross corporate supporters. This…
Food Fight! The Battle for Brunch 2011
On April 10th, for the 2nd year in a row, I attended Food Fight! The Battle for Brunch that benefited Variety – The Children’s charity. The event brought together some of BC’s finest chefs in a battle for best brunch….
Vancouver to host annual gathering of Canadian Chefs
More than 500 Canadian, American and world chefs will gather for the 48th annual National Chefs Conference, June 12 – 15, 2011 in Vancouver. Hosted by the Canadian Culinary Federation Culinaire Canadienne (CCFCC) and the BC Chefs’ Association, the conference…
Spring Menu Tasting at Market
I was into Market at the Shangri-la Hotel to taste their Spring Menu last week, Chef Wayne Harris presented us with a 6 course menu of some of their new dishes. First Course was the Salmon Sashimi with green chilli,…
Espana Lunch at Vancouver Playhouse Wine Fest
As a part of the Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival, on April 2nd I attended the Espana grazing Lunch celebrating the wines of Spain. The event was held at the Vancouver Convention Centre and their chefs created a wonderful lunch…
THE BIBO
1835 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver Tel: 604-568-6177 Web: http://thebibo.com/ Twitter: @Thebibo Advice: You can get half the pizza with one variety and another with a different variety, just ask your server. Slicing the pizza is not recommended, best to use…
Guilt & Co. Celebrates 1 Year
On Thursday April 7th, I attended the 1st Anniversary Party of Guilt & Co. in Gastown. Appetizers such as their tasty beet wrapped pea shoots, crisps and olives, hummus and selection of cheeses were served, along with wine, cava and…
Vanmag Awards
Attending the 22nd Annual VanMag restaurant awards yesterday was lots of fun, this was my 6th time attending these awards and as usual there were surprises, cheering and some award winner no shows. This is my favourite event of the…