Ensemble Tap is now open for brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11-2. How could we not jump at the chance to have our breakfast cooked by Top Chef Canada, Dale Mackay? Mackay actually remains an approachable and down to earth chef, despite the fact that he has certainly garnered enough attention in the last while…
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Ludzu And Xie Xie at Gene Debut on March 16
As its name suggests, Ludzu & Xie Xie is one of Vancouver’s unlikeliest culinary partnerships, and this Friday, March 16th, you’re invited to experience the debut of Fei Bing Express, its boldest venture yet. Fei Bing Express will transform Gene, the iconic Main Street coffee bar, into a Chinese hawker stand. Occupying the corner of…
The Return of Favourites to Market by Jean-Georges
From Favourite Dishes to Favourite Pricing Market by Jean-Georges is bringing back ‘the favourites’ – from dishes to pricing that intrigued diners from the moment Market opened its doors in 2009. While the entire menu – the best of Jean-Georges – was eagerly received, some items immediately became ‘favourites’ of local diners and international guests. …
Just like Dinner at Nonna’s at Campagnolo
Home-style Italian meals offered Tuesday nights at 6:00pm for $19, returns to Campagnolo Restaurant Starting March 13 and ending April 3, every Tuesday night Main Street diners can look forward to a hearty meal made from quality seasonal ingredients sourced from local farmers and purveyors, paired with a draught beer from R&B Brewing Co., for an affordable price. Just…
Prestons Dinner (First ImPrestons) with @VanEats
VanEats has once again released a dining package, this time for Prestons in the Coast Coal Harbour. For a mere $21 the restaurant has put together a menu that delivers a lot of bang for your buck – you will not leave hungry. Purchase now on VanEats and use from February 29 to April 29, 2012….
March is Lobster Month at Le Gavroche
Le Gavroche’s famous Lobster Festival is back and for the month of March guests can enjoy a lobster-packed three-course dinner for only $39. Set in a historic Victorian house with views of the Coastal Mountains and Coal Harbour, Le Gavroche is the perfect setting to enjoy everyone’s favourite crustacean. To start, guests will have their…
Hawksworth embarks on Hong Kong culinary adventure
A prestigious invitation to cook at acclaimed SEVVA restaurant The Hawksworth Restaurant executive team are thrilled to have been invited by Bonnie Gokson, owner of Hong Kong hot spot SEVVA to present a series of showcase menus to discerning diners at the highly acclaimed international restaurant. This exciting opportunity offers a culinary exchange between two…
COCKTAIL CULTURE AT MARKET BY JEAN-GEORGES
RETURN OF THE MARTINI The Classic Martini is a Cocktail essential – simplicity and elegance in a glass. Starting February 27th, enjoy the best original Gin Martini or modern Vodka Martini in Vancouver for only$8, every day at MARKET by Jean-Georges. Made withNo.3 Gin or Belvedere Vodka. CRAZY ABOUT THE CLASSICS Celebrate the Classics every weekday at…
Ned Bell teams up with Dining Out For Life as Honourary Chef
BC’s biggest restaurant fundraiser is teaming up with Ned Bell, Executive Chef of YEW restaurant + bar at the Four Seasons Hotel Vancouver, to rally support for the 18th Dining Out For Life restaurant fundraiser and the 18,000 British Columbians living with HIV/AIDS. As Honourary Chef, Ned Bell will be available for cooking demos and…
The Urban Tea Merchant Sweetheart Trio for Two
In honour of the month of February and the season of love, Urban Tea Merchant is offering Valentine’s Sweet Tea Services, an ideal way to spend part of an afternoon or early evening. Until the end of February Chef Michael Batoux has created tea infused cakes, fondues and sandwiches for sharing with loved ones; whether…
Suika To Me Deal from VanEats
Suika has partnered again with the boys at VANEATs.ca (see the previous one) for a promotion called #SuikaToMe, an $18 menu running from February 15 – March 31. While Suika is not overly pricey to begin with, this four course menu is an absolute steal. The menu consists of salmon carpaccio, beef filet steak, oxtail ramen soup and…
The Top Six Must-Try Chinese Dishes in Richmond, British Columbia
Tourism Richmond -From casual Hong Kong-style cafes to traditionally ornate dining rooms, Richmond offers a true taste of the Far East on the West Coast With a population that’s 65 per cent Asian and with the largest proportion of Canadian residents of Chinese ancestry (45 per cent), Richmond is THE North American Mecca for Asian…
Red Card Opens for Brunch
Brunch Menu Fresh Seasonal Fruit Parfit 8 Strawberry and yoghurt granola Giardino Fritatta 12 Roasted peppers, mozzarella, arugula, served with spiced potato RedCard Sausage and Egg Sandwich 12 House made pork sausage patty with fried egg, rosemary mayo, Arugula, smoked tomato chutney with spiced potato Pulled Pork Hash 12 2 sunny side up eggs, potato,…
Mark Taylor Breathes Mediterranean Life into South Granville with Siena
Vancouver diners can now head to Siena, a casual Mediterranean restaurant, opening its doors on 12th avenue in the trendy South Granville area . Seasoned restaurateur Mark Taylor (owner of CRU on Broadway) is the man behind this inspired new eatery, bringing his wealth of restaurant experience to Siena’s tables at welcoming neighbourhood prices. Community…
Great eats, great prices on menu for third-annual Dine Around Comox Valley
Back again to tempt the taste buds of foodies living in (or visiting to) Vancouver Island’s North Central region is Dine Around Comox Valley – a month-long annual event that celebrates local cuisine. From Feb. 17 through March 18, 2012, a total of 25 Comox Valley restaurants (the most in the history of the event)…
Dunn’s Poutine Festival – February 21 – March 21
Poutine Platter – 6 poutine samples to choose from, 3 types of gravy + vegetarian Sample any 3 for $9.99 or all 6 for $17.99 available anytime or Late Night Special – available starting at 10 pm A full sized classic poutine Quebecois and draft beer for $9.99 Dunn’s Famous Montreal Smoked Meat Restaurant…
February is Chocolate Month at EBO Restaurant
Chocolate and Truffle Wine Pairing at EBO Lounge at the Delta Burnaby Take Home Chocolates and Macaroons 6 for $6 Chocolate Tasting Menu 42 per person, excluding taxes and gratuity (items available individually) Starter Roast Scallop and Chocolate Cauliflower Textures, Bitter Chocolate, Red Cabbage 13 Pairs well with McLarens on The Lake Shiraz 10 Main…
Chef Jan Trittenbach – Packrat Louie Edmonton – Gold Medal Plates
#goldmedalplates Chefs from Canada will meet in Kelowna from February 9-11, 2012 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates Canadian Culinary Championships. I sent them some questions prior to the challenge. Here’s the scoop on Chef Jan Trittenback from Packrat Louie, in Edmonton. Where did you first learn to cook? At Noga Hilton in Geneva Did you attend…
Chef Marc Lepine – Atelier – Ottawa – Gold Medal Plates
#goldmedalplates Chefs from Canada will meet in Kelowna from February 9-11, 2012 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates Canadian Culinary Championships. I sent them some questions prior to the challenge. Here’s the scoop on Chef Marc Lepine for Atelier in Ottawa. What was your first food memory? Trying to make ‘pudding aux chomeurs’ on my own…
Chef Jonathan Gushue – Langdon Hall Country House Hotel – Toronto – Gold Medal Plates
#goldmedalplates Chefs from Canada will meet in Kelowna from February 9-11, 2012 to compete in the Gold Medal Plates Canadian Culinary Championships. I sent them some questions prior to the challenge. Here’s the scoop on Chef Jonathan Gushue from Toronto’s Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa. What was your first food memory? Linguini and clams What was…
