Vancouver Good

Certain restaurants in Vancouver are known for their line-ups. And when people see the line-ups, they figure it must be great so they get in line, then others do the same, and before you  know it? A line up down the block! Most restaurants are not worth that wait. Some are. Here’s what I think: [...]

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[Update March 2011: Now closed, but in its placed is Cafeteria, another great restaurant] Near the corner of Main & 11th is….nothing, really. There are some stores and restaurants, but you’d never guess hiding amongst everything is Ping’s Cafe, a Japanese Restaurant specializing in Western influenced Japanese comfort food. Ping’s does not look like much [...]

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I recently joined the Vancouver Farmers Market Food Jury, which was very interesting. A group of us sat down, tried several products from possible exhibitors, and gave our feedback. The session reminded me of how much I love the Vancouver Farmers Markets! While the winter market recently concluded, the Vancouver Farmers Market is gearing up [...]

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I am about to head out to Campagnolo Restaurant for a later dinner. They restaurant has a lounge at the back where pizza and a beer are $12.50 after 9:30pm. I seem to regularly eat dinner after 9pm, so this is a deal for me! I was at Campagnolo last week for snacks/drinks with my [...]

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Vancouver probably has a few standard dessert places that I would recommend, depending on the occasion and person asking. Believe me, I wish this list was longer: True Confections (various locations including Kitsilano, Denman) Sweet Obsessions at Trafalgars (Kitsilano) Ganache Patisserie (although, they are not open late) Once in a while, I will also go [...]

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I’m a big fan of our local coffee chains like JJ Bean or Caffe Artigiano, but there’s something about those truly small independent shops that appeal to me. I stopped by Caffe Rustico tonight with my hubby for a late night coffee – a real treat. First, the owner is charming and welcoming. You feel [...]

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First let me say that I do plan to return to the Wallflower Modern Diner. However, my first visit to the diner had its ups and downs. Sunday morning, post Robbie Burns Party haze. A group of us are gathering for brunch to build our strength for the day. Although we are all still mourning [...]

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