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From Eggs Benny to Afternoon Tea: Food for Celebrating Mom in Vancouver

by Tara Lee in Food & Drink on May 5, 2021

Photo: Minami’s Mother’s Day Bento, Credit: Cody Chan

Especially this year, Moms deserve an additional round of applause for the amazing support and love they provide their families. Restaurants around the city are featuring all sorts of exciting and diverse menus for paying tribute this weekend to Mom. Whether you want to dine on a lovely patio or pre-order a takeout package, there’s sure to be an option that will make your Mother’s Day celebration joyous and delectable.

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From Eggs Benny to Afternoon Tea: Food for Celebrating Mom in Vancouver

Swoon Over These Valentine’s Day Menus in Vancouver

by Tara Lee in Food & Drink on February 3, 2021

Valentine’s Day package from Hawksworth Restaurant; Photo: Hawksworth Restaurant

A lot of love is evidenced in the carefully crafted menus that restaurants in the city have dreamed up for Valentine’s Day this year. And during this difficult time, I think we can all agree that love is a welcome thing to embrace.

Whether you are planning to sup on a restaurant meal at home, go out to celebrate with a romantic partner, or take yourself out on a much-deserved self-date, there are plenty of options offered by Vancouver establishments.

Below are 10 ideas to get you started on your Valentine’s Day planning:

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Swoon Over These Valentine’s Day Menus in Vancouver

Brunchin’ in Vancouver Over the Holidays

by Tara Lee in Food & Drink on December 9, 2020

Garganelli with pesto verde; Photo Credit: Mark Yammine

While brunch is always the loveliest of meals, it becomes especially so with the celebratory mood of the holidays. Brunch’s bringing together of sweet, savoury, and bubbly (hello, mimosas!) make it the ultimate seasonal dining treat.

Vancouver has establishments aplenty that do brunch in delectable style.

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Brunchin’ in Vancouver Over the Holidays

Grab-and-Go Lunches in Vancouver: Sandwiches and More

by Tara Lee in Food & Drink on November 25, 2020

Capo sub; Photo sourced from Capo and The Spritz

The perfect lunch is an art. During the work week or when you’re short on time, you’re seeking something that’s low fuss, but still highly satisfying for a mid-day refuelling. Vancouver has a host of different lunch options that can be conveniently picked up as takeout. Due to the current pandemic, many restaurants have also adjusted their business models to allow for even more seamless pre-ordering of menu options.

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Grab-and-Go Lunches in Vancouver: Sandwiches and More

Where to Eat and Drink with Pride in Vancouver

by Tara Lee in Food & Drink on July 26, 2018

Sourced from Tacofino

In the lead-up to the wonderfully exuberant Pride Parade on August 5, 2018, in downtown Vancouver, dining establishments around town are offering a host of different ways to celebrate through food and drink.

Whether it’s feasting at a Big Gay Luao or sipping specialty themed cocktails, there are many ways in the city to get in the spirit of Pride.

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Where to Eat and Drink with Pride in Vancouver

Five Spooky Cocktails to Scare You Silly this Halloween

by Sonu Purhar in Food & Drink on October 18, 2017

Let’s get real: ghosts, vampires and witches can’t survive on blood and fear alone – after all, even the most terrifying ghoul needs a boozy pick-me-up after a haunting night on the job. This Halloween, we’ve scared up five cocktails that are just as delicious as they are disturbing, each best savoured at the bars of their origin. Inspired by spooky landscapes, horror films and exotic spooks, these drinks are sure to inject your All Hallow’s Eve with equal parts fear and fun. Happy bar haunting!

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Five Spooky Cocktails to Scare You Silly this Halloween

Where to Celebrate International Waffle Day (March 25) in Vancouver

by Tara Lee in Uncategorized on March 23, 2017

Waffles at Cafe Medina; Photo Credit: Amy Ho

In the debate between pancakes, French toast, and waffles, the latters always wins out for me. Because of my love for waffles, I’m especially looking forward to the upcoming International Waffle Day on March 25, 2017!

Brunch is also one of my favourite meals of the day, whether it’s a fun mid-day date with my boyfriend, or a catch-up with some of my favourite pals. Plus, I get to mix the savoury with the sweet on my plate for the ultimate meal combination.

If you’re wanting to enjoy waffles this Saturday, here are few recommended spots:

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Where to Celebrate International Waffle Day (March 25) in Vancouver