The sun is coming so it's an appropriate time to talk about the newest opening of Soft Peaks. After a few years of dominating the Gastown soft serve scene (peace out, UYU), the owners have opened a new location across the street from Metrotown in Burnaby. Last week, I was »
Even though I'm not in college anymore, I appreciate a good study cafe especially if the music isn't too loud and the venue is accessible for my study group. Mr. Mustache appears to fit the bill, taking up residence in yesteryear's Cafe Joie. While the interior might be largely the »
Last week I was invited to try out Chongqing-style hot pot at Liuyishou in Burnaby. One of a few locations in Canada, this is actually a large chain from China with hundreds of stores. The purpose of last week's get together was to preview Liuyishou Hotpot Week and enjoy special »
Hey guys! A new restaurant has appeared in the Burnaby dining scene. MYST Asian Fusion, as the name suggests, offers a menu that touches Chinese, Taiwanese, and Japanese cuisines. With so much happening, it can be hard to know what to order. Luckily, I was invited to a media tasting »
Those who follow my dessert cafe reviews know I am particularly fond of non-Taiwanese shaved ice. Bingsoo is the Korean equivalent which grinds blocks of frozen milk to achieve a similar taste and then presented with various toppings. I had my eye on Sulmida in Burnaby close to Metrotown. Do »
