Food
Italian-Inspired ‘Folietta’ to Open Doors in East Vancouver in Early 2025
Wentworth Hospitality Group is growing their restaurant family, with Folietta set to open at 2419 Grant Street in the Grandview-Woodland neighbourhood next year — their first venture outside of the downtown core.
Prepare Yourself, Folks: Vancouver Cocktail Week is Returning from March 2-9, 2025
We're giving you more-than-enough notice to take whatever measures necessary to ensure that you've got space in your calendar to make the most of it!
Another Fine Reason to Hit Up Galiano This Fall: Recently Opened “The Pink Geranium”
Galiano Island is undeniably lovely in summer, but let’s be real: the crowds can be a bit much. Shoulder season is where it’s at, with its fewer ferry lineups, emerging autumn colours, and shifting wildlife patterns. There is so much to see, and if you give yourself space to contemplate, this is when the island’s true beauty really shines.
La Mezcaleria Set to Host ‘Día de Muertos’ Dinner – and Tickets Are Going Fast!
In Mexico, starting at midnight on October 31, the worlds of the living and the dead unite, allowing ancestors to return—not to be mourned, but to celebrate life with their loved ones during Día de Muertos. The foods shared during this time not only nourish the living but also symbolically sustain the spirits on their journey to Mictlán...
Listen Up, Vancouver: Burdock & Co is Having a ‘Taste Sound’ Dinner, Nov. 6th
By snagging a seat at the 'Taste Sound' table, you're not only signing up for an exceptional four-course meal created by Chef/Owner Andrea Carlson (with the help of her all-star kitchen team), you're also agreeing to have your food 'speak' to you via the simple marvel of science...
Room for Dessert, Vol. 1: Ekmek at Nammos
Ksenia Dempster is a baker and proud "dessert person". A firm believer that desserts should make people happy, she is on a mission to spotlight the final courses that are worth unbuttoning your pants for, and the talented local chefs behind them.
Vancouver Would Be Cooler If It was Included on ‘The Wasted “World” Tour’
Copenhagen-based food waste initiative, Eat Wasted, is currently on the road, working with a bunch of cool chefs to feed folks their up-cycled “Bread Waste Pasta” at pop-ups and food festivals in cities around Europe and North America (but not Vancouver?!)
Selene Aegean Bistro Set to Open in Hastings-Sunrise This Week
With a thoughtfully designed space reminiscent of a Mediterranean terrace and a menu that reimagines familiar dishes in surprising ways, Selene offers an experience that feels both rooted and unexpected.
Hightail It to Noah’s Cafe for a ‘Harvest Harmony’ Pop Up, Oct. 21st
If you haven’t already ventured out to the West End to congratulate the Japanese restaurant’s crew on their recent four-year anniversary, then we’ve got the perfect opportunity to do just that: by joining one of two seatings at their Harvest Harmony pop-up on October 21st.
‘Dinner of the Macabre’ to Provide a Hauntingly Unforgettable Experience, Oct. 25th
This immersive evening, hosted by Hycroft Manor’s newly appointed Executive Chef Mariana Gabilondo, invites the bravest of guests to take part in a spine-chilling five-course journey of food and beverage pairings inspired by the works of literary icons.
2024 Michelin Recognized Restaurants in Vancouver, Mapped
All 2023 one-star designated restaurants retained their stars in 2024. None earned an additional star, and one restaurant was added to the one-star fold. Michelin also added one restaurant to their Bib Gourmand list and two were added to the Recommended Restaurants list....
‘Niwa’ Set to Open on Powell Street This December
With The Pie Shoppe closing, the space at 1875 Powell is getting a fresh start. Chef Darren Gee, alongside the team from Ugly Dumpling and Dachi, is bringing Niwa to life before the year is through.
It’s Official: Strathcona Beer is Branching Out to the North Shore
Strathcona Beer Company is stretching its reach, expanding beyond its namesake neighbourhood with a second location on the North Shore, which opened earlier this week, on Monday, September 23rd.
Heritage Restaurant & Bar to Bring a Fresh Hit of ‘Elevated’ Chinese Cuisine to Main Street
Expect a bold new space and an inventive menu that mixes Chinese tradition with modern flair. Get ready for their opening on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024!
Steel Your Nerves for the Return of the “Dead Fellows Haunted Brewhouse” This October
For six nights only, Strange Fellows Brewing is embracing its morbid past by once again becoming 'Dead Fellows Brewhouse'.
For Italian-Style Autumn Comfort, Join Bar Corso’s Wine Pairing Dinner on Oct. 8th
As the evenings get cooler, there’s something innately comforting about a well-crafted meal paired with great wine - and next month the Commercial Drive restaurant has got you covered, with a six-course dinner inspired by the flavours of Piedmont and Tuscany.
Chef Jefferson Álvarez Announces October Pop-Up Dinner Series, ‘Cacao 2.0’
Bring on the tasty tropical vibes: this October Chef Álvarez is making his long-awaited comeback, with two highly coveted Sunday evening dinner dates locked in, on October 6th and 13th.
Hop to It! Rabbit Rabbit is Opening Soon in Victoria
The new wine bar concept from first-timer Sydney Cooper is opening in Downtown Victoria (658 Herald Street) this Fall. In the meantime, follow us “down the rabbit hole” and get to know a bit more about the upcoming addition to our Capital City’s dining scene and its owner-slash-GM.
“Subject To Change” is Moving Into 1879 Powell Street in Early October
Subject to Change is a new rotating chef pop-up concept inside the old Elephant location, offering a five-course menu by a different chef each week, starting with Vancouver chef Mark Singson, October 9th to 12th.
The Pie Shoppe is Set to Close This Month
Prepare yourself for heartbreak: Sisters and business partners Stephanie and Andrea French have just announced that they are closing The Pie Shoppe at 1875 Powell Street later this month.
Listen Up! In Conversation with Ryan Grifone and Thuy Bui, Owners of Soe Cafe & Listening Room
We recently tracked down Grifone and Bui to find out more about the couple importing a slice of long-ingrained Japanese culture into the Okanagan, and why it resonates so well.
Main Street Dominates Commercial Drive at the Flamingo Room / Havana Club Rum Bar Brawl
Being in the room for a showdown between bartenders from Main Street and Commercial Drive was a blast! Check out our photo recap and takeaways from the August 29th event.
Head to Strange Fellows Brewery for the Crop Drop Pop-Up Market, This Sunday!
How’s this for a dream collaboration: this Sunday, September 8th, our favourite oddball craft brewery an entirely local and regenerative farmer’s market-style pop-up!
Ice Cream: Our Choices for the Last Days Of Summer
Summer’s almost over (eep!), and we're determined to squeeze out every last bit of it. Since this week is shaping up to stay warm, we figure it’s the perfect time to load up on ice cream!
Yes Shef! Returns for Another Round on November 6th, 2024
Once again, a lineup of BC's most talented women working in the hospitality sector will be coming together in a singular room in support of an extraordinary cause...This is a big deal, folks!
How to ‘Do’ Chinatown, Pizza Coming Soon-Style
Chinatown is best explored with a crew who knows it inside and out; and the folks at Pizza Coming Soon are just that. Since opening in October 2020, the team have been tight-knit and deeply connected to the neighbourhood. Now, they are taking us on a tour of their favourite spots...
Mæst Food and The Dessert Club are Teaming Up for the “Be Kind to Earth” Dinner
Folke Restaurant is hosting a sustainable vegan dinner on Tuesday, September 10th - and it's one hell of a double-header! Chef Tomoko Tahara and Pastry Chef Sam Shem are combining forces for what is sure to be one memorable night...
‘Party of 5’ Skewers & Wine Event is Back September 7th, and the Lineup Looks Sweet!
The countdown is over: tickets for this year’s ‘Party of 5‘ event have dropped, and if last year is any indication, they won’t last long. It’s all going down this Saturday (August 24th) from 4-10pm at the Garden Villa Courtyard (127 East Pender Street).
