Feast on Autumn Flavours in Vancouver

Sourced from The Five Sails;  douceur de pomme verte

Autumn dining in Vancouver goes well beyond sipping on pumpkin spice lattes; rather, fall eating and drinking is about a shift in the palate toward deeper, more robust flavours and the celebration of harvested local ingredients. At this time of year, the farmers markets showcase an array of produce, like beets, squashes, Brussels sprouts, and apples, which also creatively appear on the menus of restaurants across the city.

Here are some autumnal offerings to keep you warm and cosseted:

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Feast on Autumn Flavours in Vancouver

5 Vancouver Food Events to Look Forward to in January 2020

Sourced from Burdock & Co.

A Happy Holidays to everyone!

While December has been full of activity in the city, January 2020 in Vancouver promises to be a busy and exciting month as well.

With new restaurant openings and tons of food and drink events, there’s plenty to keep your palate entertained in the New Year. Here are five ideas to get you started:

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5 Vancouver Food Events to Look Forward to in January 2020

Vancouver Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant

Welcome to Mount Pleasant! (Tourism Vancouver/Hubert Kang)

Often referred to as “South Main”, Mount Pleasant encompasses the stretch of Main Street between East 2nd and East 33rd avenues, including the residential streets on either side. The neighbourhood is packed with stylish breweries, vintage boutiques and eclectic eateries, forming a hipster-preferred ‘hood that’s come a long way from its early industrial days.

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Vancouver Neighbourhoods: Mount Pleasant

Vancouver Chef Andrea Carlson Set to Release Cookbook in the Fall

Photo Credit: Leila Kwok

Six years ago, Burdock & Co opened its doors, showcasing chef Andrea Carlson’s unique and attentive approach to local, seasonal ingredients.

A soon-to-be released cookbook has allowed Carlson to reflect on the evolution of her cooking, as well as the impact her restaurant has had so far on this city’s dining and eating landscape.

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Vancouver Chef Andrea Carlson Set to Release Cookbook in the Fall

Six of Vancouver’s Best Summer Brunches

photo: MARKET by Jean-Georges

Summer’s intoxicating blend of long, sultry days has us chasing every outdoor experience Vancouver has to offer – after all, these days our #lifegoal is to maximize every moment in the sun. And there’s no better place to start than brunch. A favourite pastime among Vancouverites, brunch is even sweeter in summer thanks to lazy days that encourage lingering over lighter dishes, indulging in easy-sipping cocktails and enjoying al fresco entertainment. Don your shades, grab a few friends and make tracks for one of our picks below.

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Six of Vancouver’s Best Summer Brunches