Experiencing Brazilian Cuisine at WhataFood

Enjoyed learning about Brazilian street food and discovered that WhataFood is a common expression in Brazil and that refers to the type of street food. I started off with a selection of Whatabites, and my favourites were the Bacalhau (cod)…

From Vancouver to Squamish in the Honda Passport SUV

I recently spent a week test driving the Honda Passport 2023 car around Vancouver and Squamish while visiting some restaurants. Headed to Commercial Drive for dinner at Livia, this is a spot that I have always loved for baked goods,…

Together at SoBo

This new cookbook by Chef Lisa Ahier features more recipes and stories from Tofino’s Beloved Restaurant and was recently released by publisher Appetite by Random House. I attended a wonderful cookbook launch party held at Tap & Barrel Bridges that…

Afternoon Tea at Acre Through the Seasons

Afternoon Tea is an art and should be an extraordinary experience one that you will cherish. Vancouver has some wonderful places for you to indulge in an Afternoon Tea experience. Each of the places is unique in what they offer…

Experiencing Mexican Dishes at Salsa and Guacamole

Take yourself on a culinary journey to Mexico in Surrey. I had the pleasure to taste my way through a selection of dishes on the menu at this restaurant that specializes in Mexican cuisine.. They feature an extensive selection of…

Summer Menu Tasting at Spicy 6 on Robson

Enjoyed a wonderful dinner tasting some of their new dishes and favourites at this 2nd floor restaurant on bustling Robson. 1st dish: Paneer pakora – one of the new menu additions that features a filling inside the paneer. 2nd dish:…

Mogiana Coffee Roasters

I met up with co-owners Cristina Dias and Carlos Bertin at their roastery in Burnaby where they are roasting the green beans that are imported from Cristina’s family coffee plantation in Brazil. Some background history of Mogiana Coffee that was…

False Creek Crab Fest on July 15

The BC Crab Fishermen’s Association and Mitch’s Catch are hosting the first ever Crab Fest at False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf on Saturday July 15 from 12 – 4pm. Feast away on a delicious crab boil prepared by Chef Vish Mayekar…

First Taste of Oakberry in Vancouver

The first of five stores to open in Vancouver this year is now open in Kitsilano; the company that was founded in Brazil in 2016, now has 600 stores around the world. Oakberry is known for its fresh, 100% natural…

Vancouver Iced Summer Drink Challenge

Welcome to the next Vancouver Foodster Iced Summer Drink Challenge. I have invited cafes from all over the city to enter their Iced Summer Drink creations into this challenge, some have entered their most popular creation from their menu and others created…

OFRA’S KITCHEN

1088 Denman Street, Vancouver Tel: (604) 688-2444 Web: https://www.ofraskitchen.com/ Instagram @ofraskitchen Advice: Closed Tuesday’s., not licensed but you can bring your own wine for a $5 corkage fee. After dining at this one of a kind restaurant in the heart…

Spot Prawn Tasting Menu at Missing Chopsticks

This hidden gem restaurant opened in an off the beat location in Richmond earlier this Spring and specialize in offering a specific Tasting Menu that runs for approximately four weeks. They usually offer two seatings nightly between Wednesday – Sunday….

Squamish Food and Drink Crawl

We presented our first ever Squamish Food and Drink tour that took place on June 25 at a selection of participating restaurants, cafe, cidery and a distillery featuring tasty dishes and drinks. Luz Tacos served a Root beat ‘sope’ of…

Sangria Challenge Winners 2023

The  Vancouver Foodster 5th Sangria Challenge was a success featuring sangria creations from restaurants and distilleries around Vancouver and Squamish. Each establishment featured their sangria creation from June 2-25, 2023 .  The Winners are: 1st Place: {110 points} Raincity Distillery Raincity Sangria Blanche…

First Taste of Archr Coffee

It’s all about being the community coffee house in the Willoughby neighbourhood of Langley. Locally owned by a husband and wife duo who wanted to create a place for their community to come and enjoy delicious coffee and food. The…

Railtown Tailgate Series returns this Summer

Get ready for the ultimate summer experience with delicious barbecue, cold drinks, and great company! After a three-year absence, Chefs Dan Olson and Tyler Day of Railtown Cafe and Railtown Catering are ready to fire up their custom-made 12-foot barbecue…

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