Food
Grab Tickets To “Welcoming Spring” Long Table Dinner
The clocks are just about to 'spring forward' and the Vernal Equinox is quickly approaching (March 21st). It's finally time to put winter behind us and fully embrace spring! What better way than with a community feast?
It’s Time to Getting Planting, Vancouver!
In the interest of getting as many herb and vegetable enthusiasts on the right track to food-producing crops this spring and summer, we’ve rounded up a few of our favourite seed sources for inspiration.
New Aburi Concept, WA! CURRY, Opening Soon in Downtown Vancouver
If all goes well, the new counter service style Japanese restaurant will be warming up bellies with wagyu beef and plant-based curries and stews, before Spring officially hits...
Late-60s Counterculture Inspired ‘The Painted Ship’ Opens Softly in Kits March 2nd
Michael Brennan, Christian Chaumont, Justin Cameron and Dan Uhrich took possession of the space near the corner of Broadway and Macdonald in the Fall of 2022. A few months and a serious amount of scrubbing, sanding, painting and re-wiring later, the restaurant, bar and venue is ready to open doors...
Tokyo’s ‘Bar Trench’ is Coming to Chinatown for One-Night-Only, March 9th
Get yourself to the Keefer Bar next Thursday, 6-10pm, to sip on good drinks amid a crowd of cool, fun people in good spirits - a mighty fine way to warm up during a wintry evening!
Chancho Tortilleria’s Yaletown Location is Packing It In and Moving East
It's official: the restaurant is shutting doors to its 560 Davie Street location at the end of the month. After Sunday, March 26th, you'll have to travel East for a proper taco fix...
New Italian Market and Cafe Settles into the Corner of 12th Avenue and Carolina
Focused on community, storytelling and comforting food, Mercato di Luigi is a welcoming old-school-inspired Italian deli and neighbourhood grocer complete with sliced meats, cheese, bread, friendly gossip, and discussion of ‘Calcio’ (soccer) scores.
Shaketown Brewing is Throwing a ‘Beer Poking’ Party, March 4th
This Saturday, the North Van brewery is putting on a milestone event that appeals to our historical and food science curiosities, as well as our thirst for good beer...
Congrats to Local Sommelier, Kelcie Jones, Named 2023 Best Sommelier in BC
We now know that, after a day of rugged competition and a couple hours spent by the judges comparing notes and scores, Jones was awarded the CAPS BC's highest honour. Kurtis Kolt was in the audience yesterday (February 27th) to witness - and capture - 'the moment'...
Plan a Trip to Vancouver Island for Victoria’s First Ever All Natural Wine Festival
On March 24th, the Barnyard Natural Wine Festival is setting a new precedent in the BC wine scene. We're telling you well in advance so that you can make your arrangements ASAP and don't miss out participating in this super cool event...
‘Tall Shadow Bakery’ to Open in Hastings Sunrise Early Summer 2023
Co-owners Cass Helps and Dayle Kennedy have enlisted customers and friends, Miki Ellis and Stephen Whiteside, to open a brick-and-mortar location at 2474 East Hastings Street.
Ten Reasons to Take Vignette’s New Tasting Menu for a Spin
I slipped into a staff tasting at the new Mount Pleasant spot a few days prior to the official launch of their evening menu last week. What follows is a photo-forward recounting of the details of that meal...
How to Secure Your Local Produce Summer Supply Right Now
Not only is a CSA subscription a great way to get your home cooking and eating in sync with the seasons, it’s also the easiest and most direct way of contributing to a sustainable local food system. AND it makes for happy farmers, which is always a good thing!
Mahony’s Tavern Convention Centre Re-Opening Soon at Canada Place
Brothers and owners, Pete and Gerard Mahony, want to keep the feel of the family brand but see the place become a little more contemporary and 'evolved'.
Sunja Link Does The Dishes
We already know that the local clothing designer and owner of Main Street boutique and spa, Sunja Link Body Shoppe, has discerning taste when it comes to the products and items that she puts on her body. So we're unsurprised that she's equally thoughtful about what food and drink she prefers to put into it.
There’s One Week Left to Apply for the 2023 Les Dames d’Escoffier Scholarships
Luckily, there's plenty of rain in the forecast between now and the cut-off date - great for cutting down on distractions, if not much else! Find a chunk of time over the next week to get your application sorted and sent ASAP.
Congratulations on a Decade of Service
Ten years in the restaurant industry is no small achievement, even when dealing with an ideal set of circumstances....Take a look at photos from a night of celebrating a decade of good food and good people at PiDGiN.
Botanist’s Lead Bartender, Jeff Savage, On Balance, Simplicity, and Connecting
Hospitality industry pros talk to us about why they chose the gig they did, and why they stick with it.
Join Ça Marche and Friends for a Four-Night Moules and Steak Pop-Up, Feb. 9-Mar. 2
Ça Marche is switching up their dinner service - swapping Breton(ish) style crêpes for French bistro fare - and they're kicking it off with a series of one-night-only dinners inspired by a couple of classics.
Add Some ‘Wild’ New Cooking Skills to Your Repertoire This Winter and Spring
Curious about cooking with wild BC ingredients but not sure where to start? Good news: beginning this February, EatWild has a solution for Vancouverites that doesn't even involve getting out of the city...
Desiree Nielsen Does The Dishes
The registered dietitian, recipe developer, podcast host and cookbook author leads us on a day of indulgent plant-based eating and drinking around her East Van neighbourhood.
Fuel Up with the Farmer’s Apprentice End-of-the-Week Midday Feast
Starting February 3rd, the West Side restaurant will be offering Basta Barbecue & Wine lunch, every Friday and Saturday from noon until 4pm.
Tocador to Host “Man I Love Flamingoes” Cocktail Competition, Feb. 7th
February is a short but tough month. Lucky for us, next month Tocador will be hosting a cocktail competition, that's sure to be packed with fun, tropical vibes and tasty drinks aplenty.
Ten Restaurateurs Weigh In on Rising Prices and What They Mean for Diners
As prices continue climbing, are we in danger of seeing some portion of the existing customer base - including those who actually work in restaurants - become unable to afford to dine out?
Baker’s Breakfast Joint is Serving Up Breakfast in Chinatown “All Night Long”, Jan. 27th
Baker's Breakfast Joint is usually only available for pre-order for delivery via their website, so this is a nice opportunity to enjoy their offerings (baos, steamed buns, egg tarts, cheesecake and more) in a more casual and interactive way.
Livia Dinners are Finally Happening, Four Nights of the Week
The rumours are true! If you're as amped about this news as we (and no doubt countless others) are, then showing up as early, hungry and patient as possible is highly recommended.
Seasons of East Van’s Mike DiPietro Does The Dishes
We work up an appetite joining local photographer and man-about-town on his typical Sunday route along the Drive, "taking photos and popping in and out of places to fuel up"...
Coffee Roastery Modus Prepares to Take On a New Nighttime Persona, Feb. 4th
Coffee Roastery Modus unveils an evening alter-ego with their "dinner/bevy/collab" series, Modus After Hours...
