Posts tagged "vancouver"
Packing List: Vancouver
The list that details how we will pack our tummies while adventuring away from home can be as essential as the one that reminds us to pack our toothbrush. Here are some post-mortem thoughts on our travels that may be useful to you one day. I’m not sure if I can be called a New Yorker...
Today’s Special: November 2, 2011
Today’s Special: Sweet and sour eggplant, Ensemble I know I’m not alone when I say that Dale was not my favourite contestant on Top Chef Canada. My Alberta roots were fond of Connie and my Eastern sensibilities bet on Rob to win. But, Dale won, and we all moved on. Dale moved on by opening...
Today’s Special: September 7, 2011
Today’s Special: Waffles, Cafe Medina We’ve talked about the Liege waffles at Medina before, but I thought you could use a reminder. I certainly needed one. When some out-of-town guests fell in love with these famous waffles, I realized it had been ages since I’d made a visit… my lazy weekend routine means I’m usually...
Today’s Special: August 24, 2011
Today’s Special: Muffin, JJ Bean Yes, I am singing the praises of a muffin, peach oatmeal in this case. It’s simply the best coffee shop muffin I’ve ever had. And given that they are often sold out, there are others out there that agree with me. First off, I’ll give props to any cafe that...
Today’s Special: August 10, 2011
Today’s Special: Short rib, Suika Growing up, my taste for Japanese was more teriyaki than toro. As sushi became overwhelmingly mainstream, I learned to navigate the maki and nigiri menus enough to have a few favourites (mostly veg, cooked items, and salmon). When faced with living in a city where its inhabitants eat sushi...
Today’s Special: July 20, 2011
Today’s Special: Beef, lamb and lentil kebabs, Vij’s Rangoli Not the prettiest of appetizers, but certainly one of the tastiest. Just looking at that date-tamarind chutney makes me fidget. I want out of my current chair and into one at Rangoli, Vikram Vij’s other restaurant, or more commonly known as, the one that most people...
Today’s Special: July 6, 2011
Today’s Special: Chef’s Menu, Maenam I’ve heard others say that Chef Angus An of Maenam has done for Thai cuisine what Chef Vikram Vij has done for Indian cuisine. After having visited Maenam a few times since moving here, I totally agree. The dishes at Maenam remind you of all that you love about...
Today’s Special: June 29, 2011
Today’s Special: Clover Club and Bella Donna cocktails, The Diamond Don’t let the candy colours fool you. These are boozy drinks that, when sipped at the end of the work day, take the edge off all and any stress. They ease you comfortably into the evening and lighthearted conversation. Half the fun of drinking at...
Today’s Special: June 22, 2011
Today’s Special: Grilled vegetables and burrata on ciabatta, La Ghianda My favourite restaurant in Vancouver, La Quercia, has a sister daytime deli across the street. Of course I love it also, but given its location, it’s not the most convenient for workday lunches. My frequency there is much less than I’d like it to...
Today’s Special: June 15, 2011
Today’s Special: Punjabi Eggplant Masala, Jolly’s Indian Bistro It can be hard to look beyond the Vij’s empire when you’re eating Indian in Vancouver, but sometimes it has to be done. And why not? Monopolies are no fun, no matter how delicious and addictive. Jolly’s is a fine little place on West 4th that...
Today’s Special: June 1, 2011
Today’s Special: Pear, prosciutto and blue brie baguette, Finch’s A beloved sandwich in a place as cozy as a grandmother’s parlour. It’s hard to find anything wrong with this combination of a fresh, chewy baguette, creamy, strong cheese, ripe pear and melt-in-your-mouth prosciutto. It’s hard to do anything but find time in your calendar...
Today’s Special: May 4, 2011
Today’s Special: Spaghetti all’Amatriciana, La Quercia My favourite pasta at my favourite place in Vancouver. I’ve written about the pasta. I’ve written about the place. Having the experience more than once (I think I’m at eight visits with the next already booked) is truly a treat. I hope I get to have it with...
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