Where to Eat in Vancouver: White Spot Charity Lunch
As Christmas is right around the corner, many of us are busy scrambling around. Why not take a breather on Christmas day and enjoy an easy lunch at White Spot while supporting two local charities. For over ten years, the Richmond Centre and Kingsway White Spot restaurants have celebrated the season of giving by donating their proceeds to charities. On December 25th, management and staff from both White Spot locations will generously donate their time, tips and net proceeds to the Richmond...
Read MoreWhere to Eat in Vancouver: East of Main Cafe Officially Opens
Holiday Special: From today until December 31st 2012, save 20% on gift certificates. Read 3 reasons why our gift certificates make the perfect holiday gift. On November 19, Vancouver Food Tour attended East of Main Cafe‘s official opening event. Located on Georgia Street, literally east of Main Street, this cozy cafe stands apart on this little strip in Chinatown. On a particularly chilly and wet Vancouver evening, it felt great be welcomed into this beautiful and intimate space...
Read MoreWhere to Eat in Vancouver: TASTE Resto-Lounge at FIVESIXTY Opening
Last week, Vancouver Food Tour was invited to the VIP Launch for TASTE Resto-Lounge at FIVESIXTY, a new gem located at 560 Seymour Street in downtown Vancouver. Executive Chef Renaldo Decembrini created the menu of authentic share-plates and charcuterie with a focus on sustainable, locally sourced and organic product. With the intention of experiencing food and drink as one, cocktail and wine lists are expertly paired with menu items to create a multi-sensory experience for guests. The...
Read MoreWhere to Eat in Vancouver: New Brunch Menu at The Bibo
The launch of the new brunch menu at The Bibo Restaurant was, surprisingly, my first time at the restaurant. Bibo opened in March 2011 and could be one of Vancouver’s best kept secrets, despite its central location on W. 4th Ave. There seem to be two Bibo camps, those who are true, loyal lovers, and those who have never been. With this visit being my first, it’s easy to see why people are so loyal. Owners Lorenzo Bottazzi and Andrea Bini hail from Italy and opened Bibo with the intention of...
Read MoreWhere to eat in Vancouver: Meet Paris at Caché Bistro and Lounge
On April 26, 2012 Caché Bistro and Lounge in Yaletown will be launching off with their grand opening event, Midnight in Paris. Congratulations! Vancouver Food Tour was invited to a preview of some of their signature dishes. Chef and Owner Alex Mok’s menu style is classic French bistro-fare with a contemporary approach, focusing on seasonal ingredients. The restaurant is a continuation from Alex’s success with his previous private dining venture – the “Underground Supper...
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