Food
On Whisky Libraries, Tricky Reservations and Ripping Off In-N-Out Burger
In this week's round-up of food stories, we find NIMBYs raising hell and both The New York Times and Eater discovering Vancouver.
Quantifying the Benefits of the Best Seat in the House at Gastown’s La Mezcaleria
If you've ever sat in the window at the Mexican restaurant on E. Cordova St. and thought, "This is awesome", you aren't alone...
Prohibition-Style Raid Goes Down at Fets Whisky Kitchen on Commercial Drive
Agents appear to have raided the venerable East Van establishment and seized a 242 rare bottles of whisky, valued at over $40,000.
Morning-to-Midnight ‘Sherwood’ Cafe & Bar to Open in Victoria this Summer
Shane Devereaux, the owner of Habit Coffee, is behind a new 65 seat project that will have a big impact on the city's downtown core.
The Always Busy La Mezcaleria on Commercial Drive Almost Never Happened
Five years ago this week the owners of La Mezcaleria were in crisis mode after having to wait nine months for an electrical upgrade.
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...
First Nation Toponym that Every Visiting Wine Lover Learns to Say
"I made some pork loin last night and knocked the pairing out of the park with an old Syrah from Nk'Mip..."
First Look Inside Coquille Fine Seafood, Opening Next Month in Gastown
The highly anticipated seafood restaurant is on track to open next month on one of Gastown's most conspicuous corners.
This Tiny Basement Bar in Mayfair for an Underground Address in Hastings-Sunrise
North Audley Cantine is a gorgeous, windowless basement bar that appears to be sprung from the colourful mind of local artist Andy Dixon.
Grapes & Soda to Host a Special Night of ‘Ethical Hedonism’ on February 11
The celebrated establishment welcomes Existential Eating chef Heather Dosman and teacher Camille Flanjak for a restorative evening.
Vancouver’s Trump Champagne Lounge is Turning Into a ‘Total Shithole’ on Yelp
An online mob reacts to Donald Trump's "shithole" comments by hitting his properties - including those in Vancouver - with bad Yelp reviews.
Catching Up with Jim Meehan, Spiritual Leader of American Cocktail Culture
The polymath was in town last week. We chatted about his new book and bar, plus the importance of socio-political awareness.
This Hot Mess Breakfast of Champions Deliciously Endures on Beatty Street
A decade-old favourite sees beef short rib with applewood smoked cheddar, roasted potato, apple, watercress and sunny-side up eggs.
On Restaurants Wriggling Out of Bad Reviews and Gentrifying the Downtown Eastside
A read of the food and drink headlines reminds us that sexual harassment in the industry runs rampant and developers don't have souls.
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...
Bracing for the Face Punch That Is Re-Up BBQ’s Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich
Spice rubbed fried chicken, chipotle mayo, thick coins of jalapeno, guacamole, bacon, sweetened slaw and shredded cheese, oh my...
Raising the Bar with the Matte Black Collection of Bar Tools from Cocktail Kingdom
Teardrop bar spoons, julep strainers, Leopold jiggers and Koriko metal shaker tins make up the new line from the New York company.
You Need To Try This Delicious Riff on the Classic ‘Cuba Libre’ Cocktail at Vij’s
Olivia Povarchook stirs 8 year old Bacardi with Amaro Averna, Amaretto and Angostura Bitters in this updated take on the legend.
The Sneaky Personal Heritage Homage Hidden in This Cafe Logo on Commercial Drive
Look closely at the Spade logo and you might learn a little something about owner Sammy Piccolo's personal roots...
Where to Eat Your Omelette at Vancouver’s Most Parisian of French Restaurants
Not all restaurant tables are created equal, and this is especially the case at the highly transportive and atmospheric Au Comptoir.
Two BC Beers Among ‘Gold Medal Pints’ Finalists at the Canadian Culinary Championships
The new competition within the CCC looks to judge the best of Canada's craft beers over the Feb. 2-3 weekend.
Autostrada Ready For Launch on Main Street
The new restaurant from Dustin Dockendorf and chef Lucais Syme opens Wednesday, January 10th at 4811 Main Street.
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...
Women’s Culinary Higher-Learning Resolutions Within Reach Through New Scholarships
Dovetailing with culinary New Year’s resolutions, annual Les Dames scholarship applications are being accepted until January 31.
Vancouver Would Be Cooler If This Brilliant Little Shop Opened on Robson Street
It ticks three Vancouver boxes. 1.) It has good branding. 2.) It's an Instagrammable one-hit wonder. 3.) People line up for it.
On Sexism in the Bartending Realm and the Media’s Annual Fixation on Food Predictions
A read of the food and drink headlines details rare spirits, the evolving etiquette of talking politics behind the bar, and much more.
The Most Delicious Thing on Granville Island Costs Only $2.10
"One doesn't leave Granville Island Public Market without at least a half dozen Honey Dips from Lee's. What we're you thinking?"
You Need To Try This Pork Chop with Apple, Bacon & Shrooms at Mamie Taylor’s
Chef Jeff Koop makes a delicious double cut pork chop at the Chinatown restaurant, serving it next to a brace of stuffing cubes.
