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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Specializing in the Kerala cuisine from the South Indian region in India, Chef Sujith Raj has created a menu filled with dishes you would find there using local ingredients along with spices from the region. They are one of the…
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…
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…
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…
A new confectionary and gelato shop just opened in the Lower Lonsdale neighbourhood of North Vancouver. Owned by Liana Gerber she. started making chocolates while she was at home during the pandemic, she loved it so much that she decided to…
With the rising prices of ingredients an All-You-Can-Eat experience for a flat fee is the way to go whether it is for a dinner or a lunch buffet on the a week day or weekend. It’s all about an Elevated…
Specializing in sushi hand rolls and other Japanese dishes in the heart of Yaletown, owners’ husband and wife Paulo and Priscilla have created a great spot featuring high quality seafood. Everything is so fresh and flavourful and you get to…
I headed over to North Vancouver for another Persian dinner and this time we tried several different dishes and more as my friend and I learned more about the restaurant and the origin of its dishes. This restaurant does an exceptional…
Enjoyed a wonderful dinner where we experienced a variety of different Japanese dishes and their tasty sushi rolls. We started off with their Agedashi tofu followed by the Veggie gyoza and Miso soup. Loved the Power House Salad with salmon, smoked…
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…
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…
6459 Victoria Dr, Vancouver Tel: (778) 980-8880 Web: https://mnimesrestaurantbar.ca/ Instagram @mnimesrestaurantandbar Advice: Reservations are a must. Closed Wednesday. Specializing in Modern Greek cuisine, here it is all about inventive dishes and desserts by Chef Manos that are all in sync….
It’s all about Indonesian and Japanese inspired dishes, desserts and creative cocktails at this lively cocktail bar in the Westend. I had the Sierra Norte cocktail to start while Lawrence who joined me had the zero-proof Toucans dance. We started off…