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It’s #ThrowbackThursday and today I wanted to share one of my favourite afternoon tea experiences.  When my family and I travelled to Lake Louise last year …

It had been a few years since I last visited Hida Takayama Ramen (see previous review here) so I was excited to revisit them again when …

Holidays means family, sharing and delicious treats.  This week, I made a salted caramel sauce (for the first time) with Natrel butter and whipping cream.  …

Have you ever wanted to know the ins and outs of cooking poultry at home so that you can create the ultimate dish at home?  …

Tractor Everyday Health Foods launched a fall menu featuring hearty dishes and warming flavours of the winter months.  Special highlights of the menu include rustic …

Newly opened in Kitsilano is Koko Monk Chocolates’ second location at 2883 West Broadway.  This new store is a 1,100-square-foot space featuring a dedicated Hot …

New at Pacific Centre is a stunning and sprawling Starbucks Reserve Bar, which is the largest of three premium Starbucks Reserve Bar experiences in Canada and the largest Starbucks store in …

In celebration of their 30th anniversary, the Water Street Cafe offered a special “Bring Back The Classics” menu featuring some favourite dishes that have been …

The Teahouse first opened its doors to Vancouver diners in 1978 and in the 40 years since then it has cemented its place as one …

As part of Cornucopia 2018, I attended an Il Salotto Cocktail Pairing Dinner where a variation of handcrafted cocktails showcasing a selection of international spirits from …

Wondering what to get the chocoholic in your life this holiday season?  Here are some delicious, locally-made and beautiful chocolate retail products (for under $20.00 too) …

It’s Matcha Madness Monday!  Matcha cream and mochi in a cream puff is a matcha made in heaven.  I loved the crisp outer shell, the …

Vancouver Christmas Market, the city’s signature yuletide celebration, is now on until December 24, 2018 with extended hours from 11:30 am to 9:30 pm.  This year’s …

Ganache Pâtisserie has announced new creations for this year’s Fall/Winter 2018 Menu.  The first is a new take on a classic French pastry, Paris Brest au …

Pink Pearl Chinese Restaurant, a storied restaurant in Vancouver’s Eastside, has joined the ranks of other sustainable seafood restaurants as it becomes an Ocean Wise …

The sugar high was real from attending this year’s EAT! Vancouver EAT! Pastry event.  15 award-winning pastry chefs and chocolatiers from Vancouver and beyond, including guest …

Do you like hot or cold pie better?  I pulled out my M&M Food Market homestyle pumpkin pie from the freezer and let it thaw …

Truffles…little balls of decadence, highly aromatic and highly prized.  CinCin’s annual Truffle and Mushroom Celebration is now on until November 30.  Black and white truffles …

Whistler, BC, is something of a jewel in the Canadian winter crown.  Attracting snow-worshippers from around the world each year, the long winter season runs …

When considering gifts for friends and family this holiday season, how about giving green gifts to support the environment?  Check out this list of Ocean Wise …

If you’re looking for an exciting but also restful getaway in the Pacific Northwest, Tulalip Resort Casino might just be the place.   This AAA-Four-Diamond-rated luxury resort casino …