Hanson Do - Nosh and Nibble: Food and Drink Blog (Page 4)

Sushi Hil [REVIEW] – The Best Non-Omakase Japanese Food in Vancouver

I used to think that the only way to have really good Japanese food in Vancouver was in an omakase experience. However, a combination of restaurants diluting omakase with an a-la-carte menu, and some way-too-expensive omakase experiences have lowered my expectations from how omakase is defined in Vancouver. Enter Sushi »

Sakuraco and TokyoTreat [OVERVIEW] – Japanese Snack Boxes for All Occasions

I am the type of person to consider giving a Japanese snack box as a gift so it's a little strange to be on the other end of receiving not one but TWO boxes from Sakuraco and TokyoTreats to try. While both are filled with Japanese snacks, the »

Miku [REVIEW] – $195 Holiday Kaiseki in Vancouver

When $195 is on the line in Vancouver dining, few mistakes are tolerated. Miku takes this money and returns an elevated Japanese dining experience that combines the aburi artistry that put them on the map with seasonal ingredients and festive twists that leave you wondering the next time you' »

Ruex Cafe [REVIEW] – A Taste of Melbourne in Surrey

From Melbourne to Surrey comes Ruex Cafe and Bar, a bright and airy restaurant in which I had the pleasure of a catch-up brunch with some of my former coworkers. I wouldn't fault you for needing a double-take that this is in Surrey. It's a true »

Collective Goods Bistro [REVIEW] – Fancy Farmhouse Classics in Vancouver

When an fancy concept restaurant opens in Vancouver, it's needs to do something special in order to stand out and distinguish itself from the plethora of fine dining options. Thankfully, that's exactly what Collective Hospitality has executed with the opening of their third restaurant. In this »

Edokko [REVIEW] – An Underrated Gem with Elevated Unagi in Richmond

Leave it to the Japanese places to have the most understated sushi, and Edokko is no different. They have a plethora of suppliers in that they can obtain both British Columbian and Japanese uni (sea urchin) on the same day and you could order both, but only if you come »

Alimentaria Mexicana [REVIEW] – Fancier Mexican for the Granville Island Soul

Vancouver has its fair share of taco shops but these are a fast-fry experience whose number one mission is to deliver tortillas and protein into your stomach as fast as possible. Alimentaria Mexicana on Granville Island is a cantina that slows things down and gives diners a chance to try »

Black Walnut [OVERVIEW] – The Dry-Aged Fish Haven of Vancouver's Cambie Village

Black Walnut, located in Vancouver's Cambie Village, runs by their own rules and the result is one that's truly unique and interesting enough that folks outside the neighbourhood will sniff it out and visit to satisfy their curiosity. I'm here to spill the beans »

Best Unique Cafes in Vancouver [GUIDE]

The best cafes in Vancouver are hard to rank. Hundreds of businesses will serve you a cup of joe and for the most part, most coffee here is pretty good. In my particular ranking of coffee though, I have to take into account the entire experience. Fact of the matter »

Jess' Restaurant [REVIEW] – Modern-ish, Pricey Korean in Kerrisdale Vancouver

If you told me 95% of Korean restaurants in Vancouver serve the same stuff, I would confirm that sentiment. That's why I'm genuinely curious when a Korean place pops up with a loud website or influencer campaign proclaiming their status as a destination worth putting on »

Novella Coffee Bar – Artisanal Coffee, Real Food, and Michelin Star Pedigree in Vancouver

This one is going straight onto my guide of Best Unique Cafes in Vancouver. What sets Novella apart is its remarkable lineage, being the brainchild of the same visionary minds behind the Michelin-starred Published on Main. This pedigree is immediately evident as you step inside, with the cafe exuding an »