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The Bench Bakehouse – French-Trained Bakery on Commercial Drive
One thing Vancouver really loves is bakeries. We've seen a few operations spring up over the years to challenge the national brands. Lift, Fife, and Bad Dog Bakery come to mind in the mid-2010s. Fast...
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BCPMA Annual Healthy Chef Competition 2019 [RECAP]
For those out of the loop, the food you consume matters. The BCPMA (i.e. BC Produce Marketing Association) represents all facets of the produce industry. Their mission is to increase the consumption of...
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7 Wines from the HQ Wine Portfolio [RECAP]
In my book it's always a fine time for wine. Last week, I had the chance to attend a portfolio tasting of HQ Wine, a local Vancouver purveyor of wines from BC, Italy, Chile, New Zealand, Austria, and...
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Colony Bar – Brunch in the Northwoods of North Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
Brunch is a topic that will never get old. On the brunch at the newly opened Colony Bar in North Vancouver, dare I say brunch has seldom been as relaxing? For that Whistler Village feeling, this 3rd...
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TurF – Sweat, Shop, and Savour in One Kitsilano Cafe in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
I've been to a lot of cafes, but what's going on at TurF in Vancouver has me intrigued. This cafe is also home to an athletic-focused shop and fitness studio while still retaining the usual bells and...
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The Evolution of Blue Grouse, a Cowichan Valley Estate Winery [OVERVIEW]
Anyone who's been to a wine tasting corridor (e.g. Golden Mile Bench, Vancouver International Wine Festival, etc.) has likely been put through the paces through a sales rep pouring you a wine while...
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White Spot – Avocado Beyond Burger Debut in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
Scream it from the rooftops because White Spot has finally added a new option to its family of burgers. As of April 15th 2019, the Avocado Beyond Burger is now available at all full-service White Spot...
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Bonus Bakery – A 100% Plant-Based Cafe in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
It's hard to find a new cafe opening these days that fills more than the standard mission of serving the neighbourhood. In the case of Bonus Bakery though, there's an alternative mission of providing a...
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Secret Garden Tea Company – Vegan High Tea in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
Tea is a pastime that's a hallmark of social gatherings in Vancouver. Its British origins began as far back the 1840s and remains strong at Secret Garden Tea Company, tea is a traditional experience...
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The Greek by Anatoli – Classy Greek in Gastown, Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
I was trying to think of a blog post title to better describe The Greek Gastown but the shorthand name really says it all. It's Greek food in Vancouver's historic Gastown neighbourhood. It's the only...
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Moltaqa – Moroccan Dinner in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
I don't know about you but I'm a big fan of Moroccan cuisine. I can imagine a vacation where the Mediterranean winds howl through the souks (marketplaces) of Marrakesh and I'm just trying to find a...
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Asaka Ramen – Ramen and Dessert 2-in-1 in Richmond [OVERVIEW]
Most ramen restaurants these days operate as a single stop for a classic bowl of Japanese noodles and a side of gyoza, and that's okay. For a little more variety though, Asaka Ramen in Richmond...
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Masayoshi – Once Upon a $120 Omakase in Vancouver [REVIEW]
Anyone familiar with Tojo's in Vancouver knows that Chef Masayoshi Saba left to form his own restaurant, Masayoshi, in the Fraserhood. As I'm sitting in my hotel room in Tokyo, I can't help but reflect...
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Tokyo, Japan – Foods to Write Home About [GUIDE]
After 15 days in Japan, I feel like I have a pretty okay grip on what's going on in the city of Tokyo, a megacity I spent 14 days eating in. Given the plethora of dining options (e.g. at least 5500+ in...
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Boca'O – The Spanish Tapas Food Truck Experience [OVERVIEW]
Thinking of grabbing a bite as the Spaniards would? Then Vancouver's newest food truck, Boca'O, might be right up your alley. Taking Spanish tapas classics such as potatoes, jamón serrano, and manchego...
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Tokyo, Japan – Foods Not To Write Home About [GUIDE]
After 15 days in Japan, I feel like I have a pretty okay grip on what's going on in the city of Tokyo, a megacity I spent 14 days eating in. Given the plethora of dining options (e.g. at least 5500+ in...
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Best Almond Croissants in Vancouver [GUIDE]
My previous quest for the ultimate bread in 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 cafes and...
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Shopping for Premium Olive Oil in and around Vancouver [GUIDE]
Food products are some of my favourites to give as gifts. When I was thinking of gifts for my sister, I came upon the idea of infused olive oil. These oils are premium olive oils flavoured with a whole...
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Dachi – A "One of Everything" Kind of Dinner in Vancouver [REVIEW]
Some restaurants have a few core food staples with which they'll make various takes on (hello, Romers). At Dachi, the choices on the menu touch a variety of palates and are meant to be served en masse....
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Ramen Koika – New Pocha (Korean Street Bar) Menu in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]
Ramen Koika, one of the few restaurants in Vancouver that produces its own noodles on-premises, is expanding into Korean pocha with new menu items while retaining the wide variety of Tokyo-style ramen...
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