The Drops of the Gods
Who knew that the most influential voice in Asia’s wine market is, well, a comic book character. Manga to be precise. The Drops of the Gods follows 20-something…
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Who knew that the most influential voice in Asia’s wine market is, well, a comic book character. Manga to be precise. The Drops of the Gods follows 20-something…
Here’s a fun short film courtesy of our friend Nathan. Al Dente is a colourful and musical exploits of a little street girl who discovers the magic and the dangers…
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I have to preface this with a short confessional. I’ve got this growing interest in culinary exploration but in typical Vancouverite fashion I jump at every…
It’s not that I don’t LIKE vegetarians—I just don’t understand how they can live without bacon! So, the other day when I heard some TV host on the Food…
Though maybe technically a cookbook, it’s not really. The Album celebrates the 5th anniversary of Au Pied de Cochon and chronicles life at the restaurant over a one…
After a few years away from school and in the real world I’m diving back into the educational environment but being the web guy that I am, sitting in class just…
As someone who has been through basic French cooking training, I can tell you it’s an invaluable addition to your culinary knowledge. Of course, the hands-on,…
Ever wonder what type of wood to use in your bbq? Or even if it makes much difference? Chunks, chips, to soak or not? Hickory, maple, alder, mesquite? I just came across…
Just came across this great way for you Save-On-Foods points collectors to turn that lazy stockpile of points into something decent for summer: A new Cobb Cooker. Yes,…
I’ve enjoyed Michael Dinn and Heidi Noble’s Joie wines from their first vintage, and I was happy to have the opportunity to try the 2006 lineup last Saturday…
Over the past two weeks I’ve been enjoying the life of a King, consuming every known Filipino dish in large quantity and still leaving food on my plate. What is common…
I discovered Coco et Olive last spring. It’s a small French-style cafe, with minimalist but country-esque decor. I remember sharing a panini and a plate of goodies…
The Georgia Straight’s 10th Annual Golden Plates Issue just hit the street yesterday. There’s always a gem or two in there, especially from the critics. I find…
The best way to eat in a Japanese restaurant is to sidle right up to the bar so you can watch the magic. See if the sushi chefs make eye contact with you. Although, as I…
My first encounter with Giffard was at the Alibi Room in Vancouver. It was my birthday and I ordered a drink, the name of which now escapes me. It was a marvellous,…
Yet another stop on the continuing taco quest. El Taco (738 Davie St., Vancouver) opened its doors a few months back, as an off-shoot of a successful restaurant of the…
I don’t know why it’s taken so much time for me to discover The Flying Tiger, but last night was a great chance to take advice offered where else, but here by…
On my continuing quest for the best taco in Vancouver, I scored my first miss. A recent visit to Taco Loco (2651 Commercial Dr., Vancouver) proved to be a rather disappointing experience.
Since we’ve already told you about Dine Out Vancouver and Toronto’s Winterlicious, I thought we might as well add Ottawa’s Taste of Winterlude to the…