Nosh and Nibble: Food and Drink Blog (Page 15)

Moltaqa – Moroccan Dinner in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]

I don't know about you but I'm a big fan of Moroccan cuisine. I can imagine a vacation where the Mediterranean winds howl through the souks (marketplaces) of Marrakesh and I'm just trying to find a place where I won't get ripped off on the couscous. Thankfully in Vancouver... »

The Greek by Anatoli – Classy Greek in Gastown, Vancouver [OVERVIEW]

I was trying to think of a blog post title to better describe The Greek Gastown but the shorthand name really says it all. It's Greek food in Vancouver's historic Gastown neighbourhood. It's the only Greek restaurant in Gastown, actually. »

Secret Garden Tea Company – Vegan High Tea in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]

Tea is a pastime that's a hallmark of social gatherings in Vancouver. Its British origins began as far back the 1840s and remains strong at Secret Garden Tea Company, tea is a traditional experience that's celebrated 7 days a week in multiple tea sessions. »

Bonus Bakery – A 100% Plant-Based Cafe in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]

It's hard to find a new cafe opening these days that fills more than the standard mission of serving the neighbourhood. In the case of Bonus Bakery though, there's an alternative mission of providing a fully plant-based menu to suit all varieties of diets. »

White Spot – Avocado Beyond Burger Debut in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]

White Spot has finally added a new burger to its family of burgers. As of April 15th 2019, the Avocado Beyond Burger is now available at all full-service White Spot restaurants in BC and Alberta. »

The Evolution of Blue Grouse, a Cowichan Valley Estate Winery [OVERVIEW]

Great winery intros are hard for the public to run into. Last week, I got just this kind of introduction to Blue Grouse Estate Winery, a unique winery from the rain shadow climate of the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. »

TurF – Sweat, Shop, and Savour in One Kitsilano Cafe in Vancouver [OVERVIEW]

I've been to a lot of cafes, but what's going on at TurF in Vancouver has me intrigued. This cafe is also home to an athletic-focused shop and fitness studio while still retaining the usual bells and whistles of a cafe. »

Colony Bar – Brunch in the Northwoods of North Vancouver [OVERVIEW]

Brunch is a topic that will never get old. On the brunch at the newly opened Colony Bar in North Vancouver, dare I say brunch has seldom been as relaxing? »

7 Wines from the HQ Wine Portfolio [RECAP]

In my book it's always a fine time for wine. Last week, I had the chance to attend a portfolio tasting of HQ Wine, a local Vancouver purveyor of wines from BC, Italy, Chile, New Zealand, Austria, and more. »

BCPMA Annual Healthy Chef Competition 2019 [RECAP]

This year, the BCPMA held its annual charity fundraiser, the Healthy Chef Competition. This healthy competition celebrated a charitable event, a $6,000 scholarship to the BC Chefs Junior Chef Program, and an auction with proceeds to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and Canadian Cancer Society. »

The Bench Bakehouse – French-Trained Bakery on Commercial Drive

One thing Vancouver really loves is bakeries. We've seen a few operations spring up over the years to challenge the national brands. Lift, Fife, and Bad Dog Bakery come to mind in the mid-2010s. Fast forward to 2019, and The Bench Bakehouse is now on the scene in the Commercial Drive neighbourhood. »