Food
TAKE THIS OUT // What to Order from Bandidas, Say Mercy, Mackenzie Room, Belgard Kitchen and Tableau
In the stressed out space between today's bubbles and tomorrow's vaccines, good take-out is increasingly easy to find.
‘Nancy Go Yaya’ Opening Soon in Chinatown
The Singaporean restaurant and wine bar arrives this summer from the team behind Bao Bei and Kissa Tanto.
We Want This Octopus-Shaped Wine Decanter
Chicago glass blower Josh DeWall handcrafts decanters that are likely just as much a joy to fill as they are to empty.
You Need to Try These Delicious Chocolate Cookies on Commercial Drive
We're usually down for their little cream-filled doughnut rounds but these cookies are just the right thing on a cloudy day.
Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?
Do you think you know Vancouver's restaurant scene well enough to identify this spot? Give us your best guesses in the comments...
What Does a Potentially Game-Changing, Long Lost Species of Coffee Taste Like?
Stenophylla is not only supposedly Arabica-like in taste but also possibly ready to withstand the rigours of climate change.
We Want to Fill Our Kitchen With Dosanko’s New Line of Retail Deliciousness
The new retail line of housemade products is currently available at the restaurant, online from Legends Haul, and via SPUD.
This Was One of the Most Influential Restaurants in Vancouver’s History
Harry Kambolis' "C" Restaurant was a game-changing icon that helped put Vancouver’s emerging food scene on the map.
PATIO CITY // Five More Outdoor Spaces to Enjoy During the ‘Circuit Breaker’ Shutdown
For the latest edition of Patio City we've detailed the decks of five beloved Vancouver establishments.
This Mt. Pleasant Restaurant Features ‘Sadio’, the ‘World’s Saddest Patio’
Most nearby restaurants were allowed temporary patio permits. Wallflower was denied theirs, but it hasn't broken their spirit.
We Want to Dig Into Fridge Magnet’s New ‘The Dude Chilling Platter’
Don't torment yourself waiting for the sun to make its comeback before picking up one of these chilled out platters to-go.
Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?
Do you think you know Vancouver's restaurant scene well enough to identify this spot? Give us your best guesses in the comments...
On Rallying to Spread Stupidity and Restaurants Jealous of Food Trucks
In her latest read of the food and drink headlines, Talia finds wasted food and a world running out of bubble tea.
Vaccine Passports for Restaurants, Yes or No?
Discussions are already taking place in BC about introducing digital proof of vaccination to access reopened dining rooms.
City of Coquitlam Announces New Mountainside Restaurant Lease Opportunity
The space is expected to be a hub for residents, business owners, workers, developers, and park and trail visitors alike.
TRACK & FOOD // Talking Trying Times With BCRFA President, Ian Tostenson
In this episode, Jamie and Mickey speak to another outstanding member of Vancouver's food and beverage community.
PATIO CITY // Another Round of Craft Brewery Patios and How to Make the Most of Them
In this edition, we once again focus on the community of brewery patios that have proliferated around the Lower Mainland.
COOL THINGS WE WANT // A Piña Colada Slushie To-Go From Chinatown’s Bao Bei
Hurriedly take yours east a few blocks to MacLean Park and allow yourself to be temporarily transported to the Caribbean.
Remembering One of Vancouver’s Longest Running Restaurant Institutions
La Bodega was a Howe Street fixture from 1971 to 2014, serving up Spanish classic like albondigas and pitchers of sangria.
We Tried to Make Trafiq’s Decadent ‘Chunky Monkey’ at Home
Though easy enough, this recipe does require some forethought due to the lengthy chill time before and after baking.
Five Years Ago in East Van, Patiently Awaiting the Arrival of Really Good Pie
The new Pie Shoppe address allowed for more room and natural light, not to mention the ability to actually seat guests.
Vancouver Would Be Cooler If It Had a Cocktail Bar Hidden in a Skytrain Station
This 15-seat speakeasy-style bar is located behind a nondescript door in New York City's 28th Street subway station.
Can You Correctly Identify This Vancouver Restaurant?
Do you think you know Vancouver's restaurant scene well enough to identify this spot? Give us your best guesses in the comments...
PATIO CITY // Another Five Outdoor Spaces to Feast on During the ‘Circuit Breaker’ Shutdown
For the latest edition of Patio City we've detailed the decks of five beloved Vancouver establishments.
Is Gastown’s Restaurant Scene Cooked?
All the recently shuttered restaurants in the neighbourhood will be replaced before long, but replaced with what?
TAKE THIS OUT // What to Order from Memphis Blues, Chez Christophe, Miku, Minami and Gyoza Bar
In the stressed out space between today's bubbles and tomorrow's vaccines, good take-out is increasingly easy to find.
This Long-Gone Restaurant Was Key to the Development of Vancouver’s Craft Beer Scene
The list of brewers who developed their skills at this restaurant speaks to the evolution of the Lower Mainland's craft beer scene.
You Need to Try One of These ‘Pivot’ Double Cheeseburgers From Como Taperia
These beautiful things come loaded with melted American cheese, housemade pickles and a quindilla-spiced Big Mac sauce.
