Tag: Lunch

First Taste of AM Café

Specializing in all things plant-based this cafe is a recent newcomer to the Mount Pleasant neighbourhood and it is owned by Chef Lindsay (she was previously the private chef for notable Jimmy Pattison) and her partner Olly. They have a…

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…

First Taste of Avik Café

Newly opened in the Fairview neighbourhood is an impressive forward thinking cafe that is making everything from scratch, from baked goods, to the bread for the sandwiches, to the pastries, gelato and more! They serve coffee from one of the top…

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,…

First Taste of Dante Sandwich

A great new addition to downtown Vancouver’s Robson Street, this Italian sandwich café features Schiacciata a Tuscan bread that’s large and thin, crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for making Italian sandwiches. They serve these cold or grilled, they also…

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 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…

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…

Fanny Bay Oyster Bar & Shellfish Market Reopening Party

It was a fantastic affair last week as the owners hosted media along with many of their customers including chefs for a night of delicious imbibing. For those that wanted to drink to celebrate they featured a selection of cocktails,…

First Taste of Marugame Udon

Marugame Udon is known world-wide for its made-to-order Sanuki-style udon, which is a specific type of udon noodle originating from Japan’s Kagawa Prefecture, formerly known as the Sanuki region. Sanuki-style udon is one of the most popular and well-known udon varieties…

WOW FULL NOODLE HOUSE

505 Dunsmiur St, Vancouver Tel: (604) 620-8038 Web: https://www.clover.com/online-ordering/wowfull Instagram @wowfullasianrestaurant Advice: Counter service It’s all about Taiwanese noodle soups, dumplings and other dishes at this eatery centrally located in downtown Vancouver. Their speciality is the Signature Taiwanese Braised Beef Noodle…

JAMILA’S AFGHAN CUISINE

2586 Commercial Drive, Vancouver Tel: (604) 620-7686 Web: https://thejamilas.com/ Instagram @jamilas_afghan_cuisine_ Advice: Counter service This is the ultimate fast casual eatery for Afghan cuisine located in the Commercial Drive neighbourhood. The majority of the prices are the same for many…

First Taste of Skye Avenue Kitchen & Bar

With it’s extensive selection of whiskey’s the restaurant boasts the largest collection of whiskey in the country with over 3,000 bottles and growing. The cuisine is global and it’s best described as a culinary adventure. Chef Valerio Pescetelli leads the…

First Taste of Mogador Restaurant

Specializing in homestyle Moroccan cuisine at this beautiful new restaurant in the Gastown neighbourhood of Vancouver. It’s owned by Chef/Owner Adil Dhilou and Owner Brahim Najem who are both passionate about welcoming their customers into their vibrant restaurant. These are…

TOLOACHE MEXICAN KITCHEN

UPDATED – BUSINESS HAS CLOSED September 2024 586 Hornby Street, Vancouver. Tel:(604) 565 0511 Web:https://toloache.ca/ Instagram @toloachemk Advice: Counter service Specializing in Mexican Street Food, this wonderful eatery in the heart of downtown Vancouver. It’s a casual spot where you…

Field Trip to the Salish Lodge and Spa at Snoqualmie Falls

“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…

PIZZONE PIZZA

848 Powell St, Vancouver Tel: (236) 476-4707 Web: https://www.pizzonepizza.com/ Instagram @pizzone.pizza Advice: Counter service, no reservations. It’s all about tasty gourmet pizza and other dishes at this newly opened spot in the Strathcona neighbourhood. As you walk in the narrow…

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