Food
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.
Picking Grapes with Liam “Li” Johnstone
In this edition, we get the local wine lowdown from the artist, wine-lover, and Bar Programmer/Manager at New West's Moodswing Bar.
Sebastian Cortez Does The Dishes
The owner of eponymous butcher shop, Sebastian & Co. Fine Meats, walks us through his ideal day of eating and drinking around the Greater Mainland.
Here’s What Happened at Last Night’s ‘Canada’s Great Kitchen Party Vancouver’
Check out Thursday night's regional qualifier results, along with our exclusive photo gallery from the event.
Remote Hospitality in the Golden Triangle of BC: A Cook’s Reflection
Rhys Amber recounts his standout experiences and people he encountered while working in the famed mining region.
MILK CRATE INTERVIEW // Shifting to a Four-Day Work Week Model
Four days on, three days off. A new schedule is gaining traction, with several notable Vancouver restaurants now participating and many more toying with the idea. But is it all it's cracked up to be?
Beer Brief, Vol. 69
A bulleted briefing of beer news and imminent events, mapped for your crawling pleasure by Thalia Stopa.
What to Watch, Eat, Drink and Do During the 22nd Whistler Film Festival
Here's how we're dividing up our time while we're in town, including WFF screenings from Wednesday, November 30th through Sunday, December 4th.
