Strathcona

VV Tapas is a place for locals to gather for internationally sourced wines, craft beers and cocktails along with artfully prepared small plates. Disclosure: I …

Tacomio has been offering some delicious, affordable Mexican street-style eats these last few months from their super popular family feast taco kit to taquitos, quesadillas …

The second annual Dine Strathcona returns November 18 – 30, showcasing the neighbourhood’s vibrant culinary scene while raising money to provide support for vulnerable individuals …

Part grocery and part restaurant, Harvest Community Foods in Strathcona offers sustainable fare that is equally delicious and health-conscious to the local community.  As a grocery, Harvest Community Foods carries locally …

Last week, I attended a media tour of the Strathcona neighbourhood to support the Strathcona Business Improvement Association initiative of making East Hastings one of the most …

There is a movement to help East Hastings make a return as a vibrant pedestrian neighbourhood.  Led by the Strathcona Business Improvement Association (SBIA), the campaign …

After years of dreaming, Lisa Gardin opened up her very own chocolate-focused shop this past summer.  Lisa Lou Chocolate Bar is a culmination of Lisa’s …

Aside from the Snack Lab, the only real food establishment at Science World is Triple O’s.  I visit Science World regularly with my family and Triple …

Rainy days call for indoor activities and Science World is just perfect for that.  This past summer, we bought a family membership to Science World …

It is without a doubt that Beta5 is one of the top places in Vancouver for chocolates and pastries.  Ever since they opened up a shop just …

Ed’s Daily is a neighbourhood café and commissary serving grab and go breakfasts and hot lunches in the Strathcona area.  I came to know Ed’s …