Zero-Proof Cocktails in Vancouver: Creative and Delicious

Blood Orange No-Groni; Photo: Fable Kitchen

Over the last few years, interest in zero-proof drinking in Vancouver has increased significantly. Due to the incredible bartending talent in the city, drink programs in restaurants and bars feature an array of mocktails for those who want a well-crafted, grown-up drink—without the alcohol.

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Zero-Proof Cocktails in Vancouver: Creative and Delicious

Swoon Over These Valentine’s Day Menus in Vancouver

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

Explore Vancouver’s Top-Notch Sushi and Poke Options

Sourced from The Lobby Lounge and RawBar

With its location on the Pacific coast, Vancouver has unparalleled access to fresh seafood. It’s no surprise, then, that the city has some of the best sushi and poke in North America. Not only is the quality of ingredients exceptional, but Vancouver chefs evidence well-honed technique (like knife cuts), as well as wonderful inventiveness in their creations.

The sushi and poke scene is vibrant and diverse, ranging from quick grab-and-go options, to more elevated dining experiences.

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Explore Vancouver’s Top-Notch Sushi and Poke Options

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