Tag: Dinner

First Taste of Central in Downtown Vancouver

With it’s focus on globally inspired dishes Central (brought to us by the same people who own Craft Beer Market) is opening in downtown Vancouver on March 6th at 555 Burrard Street. I was invited to preview this beautiful new restaurant…

Desi Indian Lounge Opening Party

I was invited to attend a wonderful grand opening party at Desi Indian Lounge ahead of it’s public opening to preview their new downtown restaurant. Their designer created a beautiful restaurant interior with feathered lighting, a beautiful bar, accenting colours…

A Year’s Worth of Dishes at Food by Fanta

It is no secret that I dine at Food by Fanta often and I do so as their team is so creative with the dishes and drinks they create. Creative chef and Founder Parinya Loptson is the creative force behind…

An Indian Feast at Tasty Indian Bistro in Yaletown

It’s been over 5 years since my last visit and it’s as good as I remember. Lawrence joined me and we had a feast trying many dishes including many that were new. Loved the tableside flambe Sharaabi Murgh Achari that…

Experiencing Chao Mami in Burnaby Heights

This family run restaurant serves up delicious home-made Vietnamese dishes. It is now run by the kids and mom is still in the kitchen cooking. Over a couple of visits I have tried several of their specialties that are offered for…

Dine Out East Van Dumpling Fest on February 5

This event is part of the Dine Out Vancouver Festival. Tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants in Mount Pleasant, Commercial Drive, & beyond to taste different kinds of dumplings. Experience different restaurants and tastes that may include Italian gnocchi,…

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,…

Experiencing Brazilian Cuisine at Mineiros Brazilian Bistro

Specializing in homemade Brazilian dishes as well as imported food products from Brazil. The family-owned eatery is serving up authentic food from their home country. A self-service restaurant is a common gastronomic establishment in Brazil, where food is made available for…

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…

Experiencing Thai Cuisine at Thai Ni Yom in Vancouver

Specializing in Thai cuisine this Kitsilano eatery is serving flavourful dishes from soups, curries, pad thai and so much more. I experienced several of their dishes during my solo visit. 1st dish: Roti & Curry dip and it is a…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Experiencing the Korean Secret Garden Fusion Buffet

It’s all about an Elevated Korean Buffet Experience and for under $40 you have an affordable dining all-you-can-eat experience in the Lougheed area of Burnaby. I loved the selection of dishes offered as well as these build-your-own dishes. At the buffet…

Dumpling Fest Vancouver Summer Edition on September 4

Join us and tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants in Vancouver to taste different kinds of dumplings. Experience different restaurants and tastes that may include Chinese wontons, Greek dumplings to Indian dumplings, Nepalese momos, to Mexican empanadas and more….

Northern Vietnamese Cooking Class on September 9

Join us for an unforgettable evening at our Demo & Dine-style cooking class, where culinary education meets delectable dining. In this intimate two and a half hour session, you’ll enjoy a three-course seafood dinner prepared right before your eyes. No…

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