Food
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...
Bartender Alex Black Discusses New Chinatown Spot, Bagheera
Back for another fun conversation, the seasoned bartender talks about his new bar concept, located just around the corner from Laowai speakeasy.
New Bar, Restaurant and Music Venue Heading for Broadway, Early Spring 2023
Michael Brennan of Strathcona's neighbourhood bar, The Heatley, takes some East Side charm to the West Side of Vancouver by teaming up with Christian Chaumont, Justin Cameron and Dan Uhrich to open a new full-service bar, restaurant and music venue on West Broadway.
Time To Score: The Bao Bei Chinese New Year Menu Covers All The Bases
Starting on the eve of the Chinese New Year (Saturday, Jan. 21st) and running for the next two weeks, Bao Bei will be offering a celebratory Lunar New Year 6-course menu that covers all the bases: noodles for longevity, dumplings for wealth, pork belly for prosperity, and fish for bounty.
‘Their There’ Throws It’s Hat in the Ring for Your New Favourite Brunch Spot
Not to worry, their signature mochi doughnuts and kick-ass coffee are going nowhere - the menu is just being filled out a little...
Sophia Lin Does The Dishes
For this special Lunar New Year edition of 'The Dishes', we thought it would be fun to consult with Sophia Lin, owner of the Mt. Pleasant based 'modern Chinese bistro', to find which Vancouver restaurants (besides her own) she recommends for celebrating this auspicious occasion in proper gustatory style.
Starting in February, Mount Pleasant’s Novella Turns into “Vignette” by Night
A coffee bar and breakfast joint by day, it was always the plan that Novella would transform into a wine bar with a dinner program by night - it just took a minute for the pieces to come together.
‘It’s Okay Bar’ Set to Bring Comfort and Assurance to Hastings Sunrise
Vancouver's inventory of independent neighbourhood joints fell by two with last week's announcements of the closure of Dock Lunch and Oh Carolina, so it's particularly nice timing for some positive restaurant-related news. Luckily for us, 'It's Okay Bar' is stepping up to the task.
Oh Carolina Cafe & Grocer Says ‘Farewell’ to Fraserhood on January 15th
This Sunday will be the last day of business for the Fraserhood cafe and corner store. In the meantime, don't miss your chance to get in there to say goodbye.
Oh! I Have a Recipe For: Speedy Sausage and Tomato Bake
In her latest edition, Maciel shares a simple five-ingredient recipe that's exponentially more impressive...
‘The Come Up’ with Tsai-Rung Sara Lee
This past December the aspiring young chef became the first ever recipient of the 2022 Andrew Morrison Memorial Award. On the heels of this momentous occasion, now seemed like the perfect timing to interview the young aspiring chef.
Get Cozy with The Stable House Bistro’s Sunday ‘Abendessen’ Menu
There are just three more opportunities to pull up a seat at the Fairview neighbourhood bistro for their traditional German 'supper' menu, created by Sous Chef Marcus Lenk.
Much-Loved Neighbourhood Restaurant, Dock Lunch, Has Permanently Closed
The small but enchanting Mount Pleasant comfort food eatery and neighbourhood, at 152 East 11th Ave., cafe permanently closed as of January 1st, 2023.
James Iranzad and James Langford-Smith Give Us Their 2023 Predictions
The boys are back with their insights and predictions of how the local restaurant community will evolve in the year ahead...
A Dozen Industry Folks Talk Tackling Food Waste and Offer Their ‘Insider’ Tips
Recent research estimates that 20% (or 11 million tonnes) of all the food produced in Canada each year becomes (avoidable) waste - food that could have been eaten, but was instead sent to a landfill, incinerated or managed as organic waste.
Ubuntu Canteen Announces Special Mid-January Dinner Series
Although the Fraserhood restaurant is in New Years hibernation for regular service until the end of the month, you should know that they’ll be opening doors for some ticketed wine dinners in the meantime...
Talking All About Tipping, with Corey Mintz
In this episode, the prominent food journalist offers up his insight and perspective on "tip creep" - what is it, actually, and what does it mean for the hospitality and business industries moving forwards?
Picking Grapes with Kurtis Kolt
Clearly, the love for local wine is strong with Vancouver-based wine consultant, writer and co-founder of Top Drop Vancouver and Pleasant Pairings.
‘Wine School’ is Officially In Session in Chinatown, Feb. 1st, 2023
The new "open, inclusive, and culturally relevant" concept will be ready to roll at 265 East Pender Street the beginning of February.
Revel in a Night of Seafood, Wine and Good Times at Juice Bar, Dec. 20th
Free up a chunk of space in your calendar tomorrow evening (December 20th) for Juice Bar wine bar's one-night-only 'A Feast of Seven Fishes' extravaganza.
On Modern Day Palates, Old Baseball Cards and Acura Legends, with Sam Payne
With another New Year fast-approaching, we think it's awfully apropos to check in and reflect with the co-owner of Port Moody's newest and most nostalgic brewery, Rewind Beer Co.
Alibi Room Readies for Changing of Hands at the End of December
Although the Alibi Room will continue to sling pints (under the management of Victoria, BC-based hospitality group, Four Top) the last day of service under their current ownership of extended family members - Nigel and Kerry Springthorpe, Raya Audet and Chef Greg Armstrong - will be Friday, December 23rd, 2022.
A Handy List of Grab-N-Go Bottle Shops Making it Easier For You to Pick Up Interesting Wine Right Now
Don't have the time or patience for liquor store lineups? These tiny shops pack a well-curated punch on the take-out wine/beer/cider front that will be faster, friendlier, and more fun than any BCL.
On Finding the ‘Magical Place’ With Buddies & Business Partners, Miki Ellis & Stephen Whiteside
We catch up with co-owners of Dachi, Elephant, Hānai and Mucker to talk about business, service and making it less hard to open independent restaurants in Vancouver.
On Expensive Hobbies, Title-Chasing & Getting ‘Rinsed’ in the Kitchen, with Josh Stel
The veteran Vancouver pan jockey and recently appointed Chef de Cuisine at The Mackenzie Room possesses a slew of attributes harder and harder to come by these days, so Rhys saw it fitting to reach out and see what makes him tick.
Chancho Tortilleria Set to Move to Commercial Drive in 2023
Commercial Drive will soon be getting a taste of Chancho Tortilleria, the popular Mexican restaurant that has been making some of Vancouver's best tacos out of Yaletown since 2017...
Let’s Talk Yelp and Google Reviews
Let's be honest: even if you can 'rise above' reacting, the mean comments still sting.
