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…

Eating around Metro Vancouver in the Honda Pilot Trailsport

I recently spent a week test driving the Honda Pilot Trailsport 2025 suv around Vancouver while trying some dishes at some of restaurants and more. It was the Les Dames BC chapter annual fundraiser and we enjoyed a delicious dinner at…

Vancouver Curry Challenge

Welcome to the 8th Annual Vancouver Curry Challenge. Restaurants from all over the city were invited to enter their curry creations into this challenge, most have created a special curry creation just for this challenge. Each restaurant will be featuring their…

Vancouver’s Michelin Guide Awards for 2024

The third Vancouver awards ceremony was held last night on October 3 and this time around it was held at The Commodore Ballroom. It was another exciting night for the Vancouver restaurant community as the Michelin Guide awarded 10 restaurants…

Vancouver 10th Annual Pasta Challenge

Welcome to the Vancouver Pasta Challenge. Restaurants from all over the city were invited to enter their pasta dishes into this challenge, some of the restaurants have created a special pasta creation just for this challenge and others have entered their…

Field Trip to Langley for the Day

“FieldTrips” is either a day trip or a few days where I visit food areas of interest which may include farm visits, producers, wineries, restaurants and/or other places that people can visit. This is about offering Vancouver Foodster readers a…

Northern Vietnamese Cooking Class

Chef Cherry Pham led an interactive Northern Vietnamese cooking class in her award-winning Crab Hot Lau restaurant where she showcased their specialized ingredients and showed all who attended how to make a few of their signature dishes. These were the dishes…

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…

New Chef, New Dishes at Riley’s Steak and Fish

Chef Lloyd Taganahan now leads the kitchen here at Riley’s and their corporate Chef Dennis Peckham had recently changed up many of the dishes. The menu is in the evolving stages, the experience of delicious food and drink remains the…

Interview with Chef Eric Wan

Eric was born and raised in the Vancouver area and did his culinary education at the Northwest Culinary Academy of Vancouver where he graduated in 2009. Prior to culinary school, his first culinary related job was at the Watermark Restaurant…

Vancouver Sandwich Challenge

Welcome to the next Vancouver Sandwich Challenge.  Cafes, Food trucks and restaurants from all over the city were invited to enter their Sandwich creations into this challenge. Each cafe will be featuring one special Sandwich creations on their menu from September…

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…

The Art of Thai Mastery at Baan Lao

Experienced a truly one of a kind dinner at Baan Lao Fine Thai Cuisine – Steveston where Two-Michelin star Chef Chumpol Jangprai of Bangkok’s R-Hann Restaurant wowed guests along with Chef Nutcha Phanthoupheng with a dining collaboration of Royal Thai Mastery…

Tasting Plates Commercial Drive on October 23

Join us and explore the Commercial Drive neighborhood and area at a selection of restaurants on this tour. Each restaurant/cafe will be serving up Tasting Plates for guests to enjoy and you will have a chance to visit different types…

Field Trip to the Southern Okanagan

“FieldTrips” is either a day trip or a few days where I visit food areas of interest which may include farm visits, producers, wineries, restaurants and/or other places that people can visit. This is about offering Vancouver Foodster readers a…

Touring and Tasting at Phantom Creek Estates in Oliver

After my last visit to Phantom Creek Estates a couple of years ago it was a must that I revisit to learn about their winery and award-winning wines. We were welcomed with a beautiful Sparkling Brut in the tasting room…

Long Table Dinner at Athiana Acres with Anh & Chi

What an amazing evening at Athiana Acres! It was their first ever long table dinner on their farm and it was with the award-winning Michelin Bib Gourmand Anh & Chi restaurant. Curated by Farm Director Daniel Garfinkel and Anh and Chi…

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