Neighbourhood

Blue Water Cafe’s Unsung Heroes Festival, one of the most anticipated events on Vancouver’s culinary calendar, is back for the 15th year.  Offered from February 1 – …

Valentine’s Day falls on a weeknight this year, and here are some easy, delicious and fun ideas on how to celebrate with your sweetheart in the Fraser …

Newly opened on Commercial Drive is Ugly Dumpling, a restaurant specializing in pan-Asian comfort food with a farm-to-table approach.  Ugly Dumpling takes over the space …

A few months ago, I attended a wedding held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Vancouver. The dinner reception featured a 10-course Chinese banquet. While …

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ has been my go-to place for a Japanese Yakiniku dining experience where you grill bite-size meat and vegetables over a flaming charcoal …

Last month, I visited Fiore Famiglia in Kitsilano for dinner with some family and friends. Their focus is on simple, Italian dishes including pizzas and …

Newly open at Aberdeen Centre in Richmond is Spiritea, a modern tea house serving fruit and milk teas made with all-natural fruit, pastries and features …

In the past, I have declared that I’m a fan of Hon’s Wonton House. Growing up in Richmond in the 90s, Cantonese-style fast food was …

While there are many dining out options for Christmas in Vancouver (see list here), we decided on Granville Island’s iconic Dockside Restaurant for a Christmas …

It had been a few years since I last tried 720 Sweets, a local dessert shop chain known for their smoke-emitting soft-serve ice cream.  They first started …

Christmas is quickly approaching so have you finished your holiday shopping yet?  Yaletown is one neighbourhood where you can buy local for showstopping decorations, hosting necessities …

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 …

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 …

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 …

When it comes to authentic Neapolitan pizza in Vancouver, Nicli Antica Pizzeria serves the real deal.  In fact, Nicli is the first VPN-certified (Vera Pizza …

Things got really “out of hand” at the Halloween party this year… I picked up these Halloween goodies from Breka Bakery: Pumpkin Dule De Leche …

The 14th annual Taste of Yaletown presented by the Yaletown Business Association is now on until October 28 with 25 participating restaurants offering innovative pairings, and special menus at set …

The 14th annual Taste of Yaletown presented by the Yaletown Business Association is now on until October 28 with 25 participating restaurants offering innovative pairings, and special menus at set …

The 14th annual Taste of Yaletown presented by the Yaletown Business Association is now on until October 28 with 25 participating restaurants offering innovative pairings, and special menus at set …

Cardero’s has just launched their first ever Happy Hour menu.  The restaurant which has been open since 1997 is known for its fresh fare, ambience, …

While Davie Village is home to several restaurants serving Indian cuisine, a newly opened eatery called Mumbai Local is setting itself apart.  The restaurant is …