I’ve enjoyed Persian food all over the North Shore over the years, though one of the restaurants that I hadn’t visited was Yaas Grill House. The family has operated their restaurants for almost 25 years, they set up their first…
Located inside the newly opened Seaside Hotel at the Shipyards in North Vancouver. Executive Chef Sandro Olivieri is serving up small plate tapas and regional creations, sourced locally and perfected for the table, from morning meals and midday brunches, to…
One of the most beautiful places to dine in the city on the summer is the garden at Orto Artisan Pasta; here guests are seated amidst the various fruits and vegetable plants where they can enjoy fresh air along with…
On Wednesday June 12, we presented our North Vancouver dining tour in our Tasting Plates series as we explored the area of Lower Lonsdale. Started off the evening with a beverage tasting at Shipyards Coffee after everyone registered. Shipyards Coffee…
Join us and explore the new Shipyards District and area in Lower Lonsdale in North Vancouver and tantalize your taste buds at selection of restaurants, cafes and markets. This evening tasting extravaganza is on Wednesday June 12 from 6pm until…
There is a new district in North Vancouver, formerly known as LoLo, this growing area of primarily restaurants is now to be known as the Shipyards District as part of Lower Lonsdale. Within this district is the new Polygon Gallery,…
Join us and explore the Lower Lonsdale and area of North Vancouver and tantalize your taste buds at selection of restaurants, cafes and bakeries. This evening tasting extravaganza is on Wednesday July 11 from 6pm until 10pm and is presented…
I had a chance to preview the new Whole Foods Market in North Vancouver today which opens to the public on Thursday April 26. This store is 7th for the company in British Columbia and is around 40,000 square feet….
I recently had a chance to tour this North Vancouver based Persian breads and sweets production bakery. This family bakery has been supplying their breads to a growing number of markets throughout the Vancouver area since 2004. Amin Tavangar, President,…
Since they opened in 2012, beer lovers in BC have discovered Bridge Brewing’s great tasting, high quality craft beer. Owned by Leigh Stratton and her husband, Jason Stratton they began their journey as Vancouver’s first nano brewery, since they built…
I have dined at a lot of new restaurants that have opened in 2017. These are the Best NEW Restaurants in greater Vancouver that newly define how we eat, drink and play. There are many elements to a restaurant being…
Join us and explore the Lower Lonsdale area of North Vancouver and tantalize your taste buds at a selection of restaurants and cafes. This brunch tasting extravaganza is on Saturday November 25 from 10am until 2pm and is presented by Vancouver…
On Wednesday April 26, we presented another amaziing tour in our Tasting Plates series as we returned to North Van to rediscover the lower Lonsdale area and it’s eateries. Attendees enjoyed a selection of coffee beverages to kickoff the event…
Join us as we return to North Van and tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants centered in and around Lonsdale. This evening tasting extravaganza is on Wednesday April 26 from 6pm until 10pm and is presented by Vancouver Foodster….
I have dined at a lot of new restaurants that have opened in 2016. These are the Best NEW Restaurants in greater Vancouver that newly define how we eat, drink and play. There are many elements to a restaurant being…
Located in North Van close to the 2nd Narrows bridge, this French bistro has been serving guests for over 5 years. I visited for brunch recently with a friend to enjoy some delicious French dishes as well as a chance…
I was recently a guest judge for a Stirfry competition in the Grade 6 class of Norgate Elementary in North Vancouver. In their Classroom Gardening and Cooking Program, chef volunteers are paired with elementary school classrooms (grades 1-3 for the…
Vancouver is home to some of the best chefs in the world, many have worked for the top chefs and restaurants around the world as well as around the city. Dishing with the Chefs is a series of Interviews with some…
A new culinary centre under the direction and vision of it’s founder Chris Jerome is set to open in early July in North Vancouver. It is going to be a one of kind culinary destination that mixes their own bar,…
Presented with a selection of teas for my choosing was the beginning of my afternoon tea experience. I chose the Earl Grey Crème Tea which was one of the selections my server suggested. After my selection of tea was served,…
I attended this wonderful dinner in the Lobby Restaurant at Pinnacle on the Pier on October 24th that featured a 6 course meal created by Executive Chef Joel Green paired with a variety of beers from local brewer Deep Cove…
Tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants and establishments in the Lower Lonsdale neighborhood in North Vancouver. This tasting extravaganza goes from 6pm until 10pm and is presented by Vancouver Foodster. Each restaurant will be serving up Tasting Plates and Tasting…
Vancouver is fortunate to have some great restaurants with outdoor patios that are secluded and hidden off the beaten track. This list represents some of the latest Best hidden patios in the city that you are going to love this…
Yesterday, Marcelo Ramirez Romero (co-owner) guided me on a tour of their new expansive space for the commissary kitchen and new eatery of La Taqueria which will be opening on Monday February 23, 2015. The North Vancouver kitchen will feature a…
Last night I experienced The Boil, joined by my friend Stephanie Stewart this was an exciting dining experience for two. Taking note from The Boils on the East Coast (Atlantic), this experience is all about the seafood, fresh seafood that…
Brunch is a favourite past time shared by many and should be an extraordinary experience, one that you will cherish. Vancouver has some wonderful places for brunch. Each of the places I visit is unique for what is offered along…