They specialize in Persian cuisine, the restaurant features a wide selection of kebabs, stews and more. We started off with their unique Diyar soda yogurt. It was then on to the dishes, the Eggplant dip with homemade bread was outstanding as was the Tahdig Ghormeh…
I recently spent some time test driving the Acura ADX 2025 between Vancouver, Richmond and Langley; while visiting some new and not so new restaurants. I headed to downtown Langley to Food by Fanta at 20542 Fraser Hwy for dinner to try some new…
The Vancouver Foodster Iced Summer Drink Challenge was a success featuring creations from cafes and restaurants around Vancouver. Each spot featured their creation from August 7-31, 2025. Our media judging panel determined the ultimate winners of the challenge, and this was quite…
Specializing in Indian cuisine, brothers and chefs Bassi and Lucky have set up a menu of Indian classics with some fun twists; flavourful dishes. The chefs are striving to make everything from scratch in their restaurant. I have visited and…
Experienced the new Coal Harbour location and it is the largest in the local based chain with 180 seats; the room has tall ceilings and a beautiful wrap around bar in the center of the room. Tasted through several of their…
The start of a new school year calls for quick, no-fuss meals, and a Hamilton Beach toaster oven can be the secret sidekick that keeps breakfasts, lunches, and after-school snacks both easy and delicious. The oven is the perfect size…
I recently spent some time test driving the Honda CR-V Trailsport 2025 on the road from Vancouver to Whistler and Blackomb as we experienced some of the restaurants on top of the mountains as well as those in the village. I…
It is all about seasonal dishes using as much local produce and proteins available, it is hyperlocal and it is owned by Chefs Devon Latte and Lucas Johnston. My friend Lee Man and I visited for a catchup where we…
I recently spent some time test driving the Acura ADX 2025 in Vancouver while visiting some new and not so new restaurants. This is one of newest models from Acura and my first time test driving the ADX. The ADX is…
Kevin grew up in Saigon, Vietnam; after high school he worked in the hospitality industry for hotels (not in a cooking capacity) in various roles including the kitchen, housekeeping, and then as the sales and marketing manager. Back in Vietnam,…
It had been awhile since I had visited Whistler and an even longer while since I had been to the top of Whistler and Blackomb mountains. With just under a 2 hour drive from Vancouver we arrived to Whistler and…
After a day of exploring on Whistler Mountain after being on Blackomb Mountain earlier we then enjoyed a Mountain Top Feast at the Roundhouse Lodge which is on top of Whistler Mountain and is offered on Friday, Saturday and Sunday…
I love mountain top dining experiences and on the top of Blackcomb Mountain I visited Christine’s. They are open for lunch daily and feature a 3 course menu. You can dine just as I did recently enjoying a selection of dishes…
Welcome to the next Vancouver Iced Summer Drink Challenge. I have invited cafes from all over the city to enter their Iced Summer Drink creations into this challenge, some have entered their most popular creation from their menu and others created a…
I love mountain top dining experiences and on the top of Grouse Mountain at The Observatory Restaurant they feature a menu offering 3 or 2 courses for dinner. You can dine just as I did recently enjoying a selection of dishes…
Taste of the Summit at the Sea to Sky Gondola takes place on Thursday evening’s throughout the summer into September and this is a wonderful way to enjoy a Spanish Tapas dinner on the mountain in Squamish. Lawrence joined me and…
I recently spent a week test driving the Honda Civic Hybrid Hatchback 2025 car around the city while I was out and about trying some new dishes at restaurants and cafes in the Vancouver area. I visited the Dunbar Village…
Specializing in Nepalese, Indo-Chinese and Indian cuisine is serving up an extensive menu of authentic dishes in their Richmond based restaurant. Both the Chicken lollipop and Goat Biryani were tasty dishes and great ones for sharing as I did with…
Specializing in Central Vietnamese cuisine, this restaurant opened recently serving authentic, tasty dishes at this family run spot run by 2 brothers aged 17 and 22, their family owns 10 restaurants in Vietnam. Their dad trained under an internationally famous celebrity…
The 48th Annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival gets underway the weekend of July 18-20, 2025, starting off on Friday afternoon. This is a wonderful festival that features musicians performing from all over the world through Sunday night. This is one of my…
It’s Summertime and ARC Restaurant is featuring their Province to Plate 3 course dinner feature and during July the entree celebrates BC Halibut. We enjoyed a delicious dinner experiencing this special menu that was crafted by Chef Harris Sakalis. The 1st course…
Saskatoon is the largest city in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan, located along the South Saskatchewan River in the central part of the province. It’s known for its natural beauty, cultural diversity, and strong prairie identity. They have a growing…