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FOOTO DELIGHTS

September 7th, 2011 admin

820 Homer Street, Vancouver

Tel: (604) 568-6500

Web: www.footocroissant.com

Twitter: @FootoDelights

Advice: Watch for their daily Croissant specials.

Specializing in Croissants, Footo “Fresh out of the Oven” makes just that plain and filled croissants all day long! Owner Brenda Yip learned her craft at Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts in Vancouver where she studied pastry. The open kitchen allows for all to see the Croissants going in and out of the oven, you will also find house-baked macarons, everything is made using natural ingredients and having no artificial flavours, preservatives or chemical additives. The menu also features Croissant sandwiches, along with desserts that include panna cotta, tiramisu, chocolate and fruit mousse, strawberry tuxedos and frozen yogurt.

 

Almond Croissant

Cheese Croissant

Macarons

I had a tasty Almond Croissant ($3.25) as well as a Cheese Croissant ($3.25) filled with mozzarella and Cheddar. I also tried their Macarons ($3.25 for a 4 pack) and had a Lemonade ($2.50)

Their menu also features 5 kinds of hot chocolate which will be the favourite go to drink once the dark and cool days begin.

Review by: Richard Wolak

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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STEEVE RAYE PASTRY

November 27th, 2010 admin

2836 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver

Tel: 778.789.4455

Web: www.steeveraye-pastry.com

Advice: Go early for the breakfast pastries as they come out of the oven.

I love French pastry, since visiting the pastry shops in Paris and around France, I have always loved the aromas, and delicious array of sweets! As soon as I heard that this delightfully authentic French pastry shop in Kitsilano had opened, I was there.

Working in the fine tradition of French pâtisserie, Steeve offers customers an exquisite selection of fresh pastries, beverages and specialty lunch items. From delicate, buttery almond croissants, to sweet macarons and pain au chocolat, he showcases his unique flair and dedication to quality and authenticity.

Espresso & Orange Marmalade Vol-Au-Vent

On this visit, I had the Orange Marmalade Vol-Au-Vent ($2.55) a delicious pastry that was quite light with orange marmalade along with an Espresso ($2.25). Next time I will visit for lunch to try one of their sandwiches!

The room is warm and inviting with a large seating area, the service was wonderful as well. Steeve gained invaluable experience working in Michelin starred restaurants across Europe. His work along side such greats as Joël Robuchon in London and Olivier Bajard in Perpignan has provided Vancouver’s newest pastry chef with savoir-faire and an unwavering commitment to excellence, look for more sweet treats in the coming days.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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GANACHE PATISSERIE

April 27th, 2010 admin

1262 Homer Street, Vancouver

Tel: 604-899-1098

Web:  http://www.ganacheyaletown.com/

Advice: Come by after 11am daily for the fresh baked from the oven Almond and other Croissants.

Almond Croissant

Known for their pastries and spectacular wedding cakes, they are also a morning stop for many regulars who visit for their croissants as well as a coffee or other sweet specialties. I have had their outstanding delicious Almond Croissants ($3.25) as well as their delicious Pain au Chocolat ($3.00), a fellow by the name of Gaston swears by these pastries and he had suggested that I visit and that I did. The pastry case is filled with beautiful looking cakes, cheesecakes and pastries that range in price. They also have a variety of treats packaged on the side to go in this Parisian-style patisserie. There are seats inside as well where you can order an espresso or other beverage to accompany your sweets.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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GIOVANE CAFÉ

March 11th, 2010 admin

1038 Canada Place, Vancouver

Tel: 604-695-5501

Web: www.giovanecafe.com

Twitter: @GiovaneCafe

Advice: Wifi is available, ask for the code.

Sugar Bun

I found my new favourite café last week and have already visited a couple of times and expect that I will be moving in soon. Giovane is a stylish café, large and spacious with an ever so tempting pastry case where you can order cakes by the slice or by the cake. You’ll find a good selection of Breakfast items along with baked goods, the signature Sugar Bun ($4) sugared sweet bun filled with vanilla pastry cream is absolutely delicious and already popular amongst the café patrons.

Lucchese Panini

You will also find a range of home made pizza, Panini, soups, salads and their own selection of house baked breads. On my most recent visit I had the Lucchese Panini ($9) Grilled chicken, gruyere, sun-dried tomato pesto, garlic aioli served with a house salad; and a Double Espresso ($2.50). There is also a coffee bar on the other side of the café for you to order your 49th Parallel Coffees, tea and baked goods if you didn’t have the need to visit the tempting pastry case/sandwich bar on the other side. The interior of the café is stylish and I like the 50 foot long emporium wall that features an eclectic assortment of local crafts, including origami and culinary items and there is lots of seating at tables as well as at the window.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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SAVARY ISLAND

March 7th, 2010 admin

1533 Marine Drive, West Vancouver

Tel: Tel: 604-926-4021

Web: n/a

Advice: Come hungry, if the place is full it is worth waiting for a seat.

Pies

They have one of the best Grilled Cheese Sandwiches in the city, moreover one of the best pies selections too. Anytime I find myself in the neighborhood, I’ve dropped by for a visit to admire the pies, have a coffee and read the paper. This bustling bakery/café is always full of people eating great sandwiches, sipping lattes or indulging in slices of pie. They bake their own breads, and several different types of pies daily.

Grilled Cheese

Lemon Buttermilk Berry Pie

On my last visit I had the Grilled Cheese ($9.50) on their Italian bread with cheese, tomatoes and onions, crispy and grilled to perfection. I also had a slice of their Lemon Buttermilk Berry Pie ($4.95). They have a good selection of other sandwiches that can be grilled or not, soups, salads and a whole range of baked goods including the most delicious pies. There at least 10 different types of pies made fresh daily, by the slice or by the pie. For an extra $1.50 you can add a scoop of ice cream to your pie. Have a latte or a cup of tea, find a seat, read a newspaper and enjoy.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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BOULANGERIE CHO PAIN

November 5th, 2009 admin

Cho Pain 003

1165 Davie Street, Vancouver

Tel: 604-669-4271

Web: www.boulangerie-chopain.com

Advice: Ask when the filled croissants are coming out of the oven and line-up.

Chocolate Almond Croissant

Chocolate Almond Croissant

If you love a great loaf of bread and croissants this is the place to go. One of my friends had been nudging me to visit this French Canadian bakery and I was quite impressed. I had the Chocolate Almond Croissant ($3.25) which was filled with moist almond and delicious chocolate, topped with almonds and icing sugar, they also have a version without chocolate for ($3.05). I got a loaf of their Multigrain bread to go and it was one of the best that I have had. Everything including the croissants, breads, pastries and desserts are baked in the very large bakery behind the counter where you can see the bakers hard at work. The pastry case is filled with tempting pastries, there is some seating out front. Drop by early for an almond croissant and a 49th Parallel latte !

Review by: Richard Wolak

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SCIUE ITALIAN BAKERY CAFFE

October 27th, 2009 admin

Sciue 002

126 Davie Street, Vancouver
Tel: 604-689-7263

Web: http://www.sciue.ca/

Advice: You can order halves of the sandwiches if you ask.

Sciue 001

This Italian style café is always buzzing with activity, the presentation of the foods, beverages and desserts is everything and here it is all so well thought out. Pane Romano (Italian bread with toppings which is very similar to pizza) is sliced to order, then weighed and served on their wooden slab serving board (clever, asides from a great presentation it is also an easy way of serving). Their sandwiches are a good size made on the delicious, rustic Italian bread, (several selections to choose, it is the grilled chicken with pesto that is the clear winner). There are soups, salads, a full Rotisseria (homemade cannelloni, lasagna and risotto). Front and center is the espresso bar, perfectly planned this is the stage where the Barista prepares the coffee beverages using the fine Caffe Umbria coffees, the Master Barista is Davide Bonamici. To accompany your coffee or tea there is a large array of tempting desserts (including cannollis, tarts, cakes and Italian specialties) there are muffins, biscotti and a large selection of gelato. There is an extensive selection of wines by the glass as well. Comfortable seating inside with great views of not only the food but of the crowd, along with a large patio outside for dining.

Review by: Richard Wolak

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The BEST Challah List

September 17th, 2009 admin

There are many bakeries in the city that bake this Jewish bread. Challah is often eaten on Friday night to celebrate the Sabbath as well as for other Jewish holidays. You may want to get some Challah from one of these bakeries and it goes well topped with peanut butter, nutella or made into French toast for breakfast or brunch. I have tried them all and here is my list for the Best Challah in the Vancouver area:

#1 goes to Sabra 3844 Oak Street, Vancouver for the best Challah and my favourites are the Sweet and Whole Wheat.

#2 goes to Garden City Bakery 360-9100 Blundell Road, Richmond and my favourites are the Sesame, Poppy and Water Challah.

#3 goes to Solly’s (3 locations in Vancouver) 189 West 28th Avenue, 368 West 7th Avenue and 2873 West Broadway and my favourites are the Sesame and Poppy Challah.

#4 goes to Terra Breads (3 locations in Vancouver) 53 West 5th Avenue; 2380 West 4th Avenue and in the Granville Island Public Market

#5 goes to Mix Bakery 4430 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver

By: Richard Wolak

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