Novella Coffee Bar – Artisanal Coffee, Real Food, and Michelin Star Pedigree...
This one is going straight onto my guide of Best Unique Cafes in Vancouver. What sets Novella apart is its remarkable lineage, being the brainchild of the same visionary minds behind the...
View ArticleJess' Restaurant [REVIEW] – Modern-ish, Pricey Korean in Kerrisdale Vancouver
If you told me 95% of Korean restaurants in Vancouver serve the same stuff, I would confirm that sentiment. That's why I'm genuinely curious when a Korean place pops up with a loud website or...
View ArticleBlack Walnut [OVERVIEW] – The Dry-Aged Fish Haven of Vancouver's Cambie Village
Black Walnut, located in Vancouver's Cambie Village, runs by their own rules and the result is one that's truly unique and interesting enough that folks outside the neighbourhood will sniff it out and...
View ArticleAlimentaria Mexicana [REVIEW] – Fancier Mexican for the Granville Island Soul
Vancouver has its fair share of taco shops but these are a fast-fry experience whose number one mission is to deliver tortillas and protein into your stomach as fast as possible. Alimentaria Mexicana...
View ArticleEdokko [REVIEW] – An Underrated Gem with Elevated Unagi in Richmond
Leave it to the Japanese places to have the most understated sushi, and Edokko is no different. They have a plethora of suppliers in that they can obtain both British Columbian and Japanese uni (sea...
View ArticleCollective Goods Bistro [REVIEW] – Fancy Farmhouse Classics in Vancouver
When an fancy concept restaurant opens in Vancouver, it's needs to do something special in order to stand out and distinguish itself from the plethora of fine dining options. Thankfully, that's exactly...
View ArticleRuex Cafe [REVIEW] – A Taste of Melbourne in Surrey
From Melbourne to Surrey comes Ruex Cafe and Bar, a bright and airy restaurant in which I had the pleasure of a catch-up brunch with some of my former coworkers. I wouldn't fault you for needing a...
View ArticleMiku [REVIEW] – $195 Holiday Kaiseki in Vancouver
When $195 is on the line in Vancouver dining, few mistakes are tolerated. Miku takes this money and returns an elevated Japanese dining experience that combines the aburi artistry that put them on the...
View ArticleSakuraco and TokyoTreat [OVERVIEW] – Japanese Snack Boxes for All Occasions
I am the type of person to consider giving a Japanese snack box as a gift so it's a little strange to be on the other end of receiving not one but TWO boxes from Sakuraco and TokyoTreats to try. While...
View ArticleSushi Hil [REVIEW] – The Best Non-Omakase Japanese Food in Vancouver
I used to think that the only way to have really good Japanese food in Vancouver was in an omakase experience. However, a combination of restaurants diluting omakase with an a-la-carte menu, and some...
View ArticleLuroufan Tasty [OVERVIEW] – a Taiwanese Pop-Up at Rice Cake Master
Rice Cake Master, formerly known as Nam Dae Moon, has been a prominent as rice cake dessert vendor in Metro Vancouver for quite some time. I've been there myself but I acknowledge that the old name did...
View ArticleBest Almond Croissants in Greater Vancouver [GUIDE]
My previous quest for the ultimate bread in Greater Vancouver was so much fun that I thought I would do it again for another one of my favourite treats. Almond croissants have long been my go-to at...
View ArticleSakuraco and TokyoTreat [OVERVIEW] – Cherry Blossom-Themed Japanese Snack...
I guess the first post did pretty well because Sakuraco and TokyoTreats came back to me with new subscription snack boxes to try. While both are filled with Japanese snacks, the branding and snack...
View ArticleFolke [REVIEW] – The Best Value Vegan Tasting Menu Experience in Vancouver
So, let me tell you about this gem I stumbled upon in Vancouver – Folke. Now, I'm not exactly a vegan, but I do appreciate a killer menu when I see one. And let me tell you, Folke's menu is giving The...
View ArticleSakuraco and TokyoTreat [OVERVIEW] – Japanese Snack Boxes for April 2024
A new month means new boxes from Sakuraco and TokyoTreats for imported snacks from Japan. While both boxes are filled with Japanese snacks, the branding and snack contents are made for slightly...
View ArticleSakuraco and TokyoTreat [OVERVIEW] – Japanese Snack Boxes for June 2024
A new month means new boxes from Sakuraco and TokyoTreats for imported snacks from Japan. While both boxes are filled with Japanese snacks, the branding and snack contents are made for slightly...
View ArticleH2 Kitchen + Bar [OVERVIEW] Themed Dinners for Every Season in Vancouver
Downtown Vancouver has one of the best spots for a Southern summertime dinner and it might be one of Vancouver's greatest secrets because you might not expect a hotel to have a barbecue specialty in...
View ArticleSakuraco and TokyoTreat [OVERVIEW] – Japanese Snack Boxes for July 2024
A new month means new boxes from Sakuraco and TokyoTreats for imported snacks from Japan. While both boxes are filled with Japanese snacks, the branding and snack contents are made for slightly...
View ArticlePujol [REVIEW] – The $3,495 MXN Tasting Menu Experience of Mexico City
My recent travels took me to Mexico City which meant I found myself at Pujol. I say "found" but the reservation was made 3 months in advance. I knew I was going to be at Pujol even before I had a plane...
View ArticleSakuraco and TokyoTreat [OVERVIEW] – Japanese Snack Boxes for August 2024
A new month means new boxes from Sakuraco and TokyoTreats for imported snacks from Japan. While both boxes are filled with Japanese snacks, the branding and snack contents are made for slightly...
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