GOODS: “The Union Bar” In Strathcona Has Joined The Growing Scout Community
March 19, 2012
We’ve invited The Union Bar in Strathcona to join our curated GOODS section as a recommended local restaurant. They’re now proud members of Scout, and as such we’ll be posting their news in addition to hosting a page for them on our awesome list of independent goodnesses. We’d like to take this chance to thank them for their support of Scout, and for making Vancouver a more delicious place to be.
ALL THE LOCAL “GOODS”
DINER: 243 Union Street In Strathcona Set To Become Locavore Grocer Called “Harvest”
March 15, 2012
by Andrew Morrison | Back in September of 2011, we posted about “This Space”, a little 600sqft box at 243 Union St. that needed a concept…
This Space is a community business project situated at 243 Union Street in Vancouver’s Chinatown/Strathcona neighbourhood. Over the coming months, a series of polls will allow people to vote on the various decisions needed to start a business in This Space. From big decisions such as “What type of business?”, to simpler questions like “What art should design the walls?”, the community will help us decide every aspect of This Space. If you live, work or play near This Space, you can vote on these and other questions. We encourage comments and discussion on all related topics. Every question will be important in building a sustainable business that your community needs. If you have skills, there will be opportunities along the way to work for This Space.
Anyway, the resounding consensus from the neighbourhood was to have it become a food store/grocery. And so it will be, which is cool, because we sure could use another one around here – one that offers better produce than the stuff we get a block away in Chinatown. “Harvest” is due in roughly two weeks, and will be open from 10am to 9pm, which would make it the only late suppertime ingredient-sourcing option around (nearby Benny’s shuts at 6:30pm). Here’s a conceptual look at the front branding…
It’s owned by Michael Leung, a 38 year old who returned from nearly two years of working development projects in Afghanistan (yikes) this past March. He’s looking to stock the shelves with local produce with help from Food Tree’s Anthony Nicalo (think CSAs, innercity farms). The cooler and freezer will be filled with dairy from Birchwood and Golden Ears, meats from Two Rivers and Maple Hill, and seafood from Daily Catch. I spied a pair of induction cookers while taking a look this afternoon, so there will be a limited hot food side of the operation as well. I’m told that we can expect creuset pots – stews, curries, and the like – as well as soups, sandwiches, and a steam bun or two. Word is that Top Chef competitor Trevor Bird is helping him get started in the chow department. Take a look below…
ALL ANTICIPATED OPENINGS
GOODS: “Just Like Dinner At Nonna’s” Series Set To Return To Campagnolo On Main Street
March 5, 2012
1020 Main St | 604-484-6018 | campagnolorestaurant.ca | 1944 West 4th | 604-288-7905 | refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Campagnolo
Vancouver, BC | Just like Dinner at Nonna’s, a series of home-style Italian meals offered Tuesday nights at 6:00pm for $19, returns to Campagnolo Restaurant. Starting March 13 and ending April 3, every Tuesday night Main Street diners can look forward to a hearty meal made from quality seasonal ingredients sourced from local farmers and purveyors, paired with a draught beer from R&B Brewing Co., for an affordable price. Take a look at the menus after the jump… Read more
The Union Bar
March 1, 2012
Details
219 Union Street, Vancouver, BC | V6A 2B2
Telephone: 604-568-3230
Web: theunionbar.ca | Twitter: @TheUnionBar
Hours: Monday to Saturday, 5pm – Midnight | Sunday, 5pm – 11pm
Gallery
THE PEOPLE
Owners: Wendy Nicolay, Nigel Pike, Nick Devine
General Manager: Lauren McConnell
Head Chef: Lisa Henderson
Bar: Arthur Wynne
ABOUT The Union
Opened in January 2012, The Union Bar is an 80+ seat restaurant and cocktail lounge straddling Chinatown & Strathcona. Chef Lisa Henderson offers up a menu of shareable plates and bowls, inspired by the flavours of Southeast Asia, while barman Arthur Wynne uses ingredients sourced from neighbouring Chinatown to infuse his inventive cocktails. The interior is a modern yet eclectic design by Evoke International Design, with reclaimed barn board, exposed concrete, large-scale light fixtures, custom designed wood tables & benches, and graphic details highlighting the surrounding neighbourhood.
Vancouver Detail #273: Smeagol The Eagle, A Winged Fixture Of The Downtown Eastside
February 10, 2012
This is Smeagol the Eagle, a bald eagle with an 8ft wingspan who is omniscient in the skies over Chinatown, Strathcona, and the whole of the Downtown Eastside. His daily perch sits atop the cross of the Korean Foursquare Church at 431 Princess (at East Pender), where he is well known to the kids of Strathcona School just across the street. Smeagol has a lifemate named Deagol, and the two of them can often be seen swooping, calling, hunting, or just plain hanging out out high, contemplating their urban domain. Next time you’re in the area, look up and say hi.
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Vancouver Detail is a new (and overdue) offshoot of Scout’s regular Seen In Vancouver column. With it, we aim to share the more macro scenes of our city’s awesomeness, the things that some of our more hurried readers might miss, from hidden works of art to all manner of unlikely but cool things lying in plain sight.
EVERYTHING SEEN IN VANCOUVER
Cool Thing We Want #330: Awesome Rukus Earrings From Strathcona’s Board Of Trade
February 9, 2012
Love the simplicity and style of these gold ‘Rukus’ earrings at Chinatown/Strathcona’s Board of Trade | $110
EVERY COOL THING WE WANT
AWESOME THING WE ATE #857: Hot Naam Jeem Wings At “The Union Bar” Off Main St.
February 8, 2012
Thai hot licks with Main St. Pilsener kicks | $12 | 219 Union Street | 604-568-3230 | TheUnionBar.ca
MORE AWESOME THINGS WE ATE
Seen In Vancouver #340: A Seaplane Over Strathcona Narrowly Escapes Lunar Impact
February 8, 2012
As seen over McLean Park a few days ago when last night’s amazeballs full moon was ripening.
EVERYTHING SEEN IN VANCOUVER
GOODS: Main Street’s “Campagnolo” Is Now Taking Bookings For Valentine’s Day Feast
January 24, 2012
1020 Main St | 604-484-6018 | campagnolorestaurant.ca | 1944 West 4th | 604-288-7905 | refuelrestaurant.com
The GOODS from Campagnolo
Vancouver, BC | Chef Adam Vaughan and Bar Director Giovanni Giardino plan a menu designed with couples in mind, in celebration of “la festa di San Valentino” – the festival of Saint Valentine at Campagnolo. Guests are encouraged to show their affection over a sumptuous 4 course dinner, available on one day only, Tuesday February 14. Giovanni will loosen things up with a thoughtfully prepared aperitivo while Adam prepares a romantic Italian dinner for two. Get details and the menu after the jump… Read more
GOODS: “Pizzeria Farina” On Main Street Is Looking To Hire A Part-Time Kitchen Helper
January 9, 2012
Pizzeria Farina is located at 915 Main Street in Vancouver, BC | 604-681-9334 | www.pizzeriafarina.com
The GOODS from Pizzeria Farina
Vancouver, BC | Pizzeria Farina is looking to hire a part-time kitchen helper. A minimum of 1-year restaurant experience is required (student cooks are welcome to apply). The successful applicant will be responsible, presentable and most importantly, passionate about food and cooking. Please apply in person to Pizzeria Farina (915 Main Street, Vancouver) from Tuesday to Sunday at 4pm. See and learn more about the popular pizzeria after the jump… Read more
